Chrysler LHS

{{Infobox automobile

|image = File:1st Chrysler LHS.jpg

|name = First generation

|manufacturer = Chrysler Corporation

|production = February 1993 – 1997

|model_years = 1994–1997

|assembly = Canada: Brampton (Brampton Assembly)

|engine = 3.5 L EGE V6

|transmission = 4-speed 42LE automatic

|related = {{unbulleted list | Chrysler New Yorker | Chrysler Concorde | Eagle Vision | Dodge Intrepid }}

|wheelbase = {{convert|113.0|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}

|length = {{convert|207.4|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}

|width = {{convert|74.3|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}

|height = {{convert|55.7|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}

}}

Introduced in May 1993 for the 1994 model year, the Chrysler LHS was the top of the line model for the division, as well as the most expensive of the Chrysler LH platform cars.{{cite web|url= http://www.allpar.com/model/300LHS.html |title=Creating the second-generation Chrysler LHS and the Chrysler 300M |publisher=allpar |date=April 2014 |accessdate=November 7, 2014}} All the LH-series models shared a {{convert|113.0|in|mm|0|adj=on}} wheelbase and were developed using Chrysler's new computer drafting system.{{cite web|url= http://www.edmunds.com/chrysler/300m/1999/road-test.html |title=1999 Chrysler 300M and 1999 Chrysler LHS Road Test |date=January 1, 1999 |first=Greg |last=Anderson |work=Edmunds |accessdate=November 7, 2014}}

The car was differentiated from the division's New Yorker sedan by its bucket leather seats (the New Yorker had a bench seat) and standard features such as alloy wheels that were options on the New Yorker.{{cite web|url= http://www.allpar.com/model/lh2/index.html |title=1993–1997 Dodge Intrepid, Eagle Vision, and Chrysler Concorde, New Yorker, and LHS |publisher=allpar |accessdate=November 7, 2014}} Further differences between the Chrysler LHS and its New Yorker counterpart were a floor console and shifter, five-passenger seating, lack of chrome trim, an upgraded interior, and a sportier image. From the 1996 model year on the New Yorker was dropped in favor of a six-passenger option on the LHS. The LHS received a minor face change in 1995 when the corporate-wide Pentastar emblem was replaced with the revived Chrysler brand emblem.

Standard features of the LHS included a 3.5 L EGE 24-valve {{convert|214|hp|kW PS|0|abbr=on}} V6 engine, body-colored grille, side mirrors and trim, traction control, aluminum wheels, integrated fog lights, 8-way power-adjustable front seats, premium sound systems with amplifiers, and automatic temperature control. Unlike the New Yorker, leather seats were standard.

===1995===

• Due to complaints Chrysler received regarding poor brightness of the headlamps on 1994 models, they were redesigned for the 1995 model year and included a projector-style headlight beam, which was rather uncommon for its time. A new Chrysler medallion on the grille replaced the Pentastar.

• Body-color mirrors were no longer available, as well as the optional carphone. With the withdrawal of the New Yorker, front bench seats became optional. Homelink garage door opener and a hidden antenna became standard equipment.
• OBD-II is added.
• New engine ignition-carburetion management module.
• The antenna is now hidden inside the rear brake lights.
• New colours.
• More comfortable center console.

===1997===

• Transmission improvements were the primary change for 1997.

Production figures:

File:1st Chrysler LHS.jpg|1995 Chrysler LHS

File:1995-1997 LHS.png|1996–1997 Chrysler LHS

File:1997 Chrysler LHS, rear left side.jpg|1997 Chrysler LHS

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{{Infobox automobile

|image = File:1999-2001 Chrysler LHS -- 10-04-2010.jpg

|name = Second generation

|manufacturer = DaimlerChrysler

|production = 1998–2001

|model_years = 1999–2001

|assembly = Canada: Brampton (Brampton Assembly)

|engine = 3.5 L EGE V6

|transmission = 4-speed 42LE automatic

|related = {{unbulleted list | Chrysler Concorde |Chrysler 300M | Dodge Intrepid }}

|wheelbase = {{convert|113.0|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}

|length = {{convert|207.7|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}

|width = {{convert|74.4|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}

|height = {{convert|56.0|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}

}}

After a one-year hiatus, a redesigned LHS was introduced in 1998 for the 1999 model year. It featured the new winged emblem of the Chrysler division. With the introduction of the 300M and the discontinuation of the New Yorker, the second generation LHS competed with traditional large luxury sedans while the shorter and sportier 300M competed in the performance luxury market. The new generation of the LHS was much more refined than its predecessor, and its 3.5 L SOHC 24-valve V6 produced {{convert|253|hp|kW PS|0|abbr=on}} at 6400 rpm and {{convert|255|lb·ft|N·m|abbr=on}} of torque at 3950 rpm.

Chrysler discontinued the LHS after 2001, replacing it with the new Concorde Limited. The Concorde's fascias, the primary exterior difference between the Concorde and LHS, were replaced with the LHS'. In essence, the LHS was rebadged as the Concorde Limited allowing Chrysler to streamline its model lineup.

File:Chrysler-LHS.jpg|1999–2001 Chrysler LHS

File:Chrysler LHS or Concorde Limited.jpg|1999–2001 Chrysler LHS

File:Chrysler LHS II rear China 2012-04-28.jpg|1999–2001 Chrysler LHS

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The first-generation LHS was sold in Europe by special order only during 1995–1999 model years.{{cite web|url=https://www.conceptcarz.com/vehicle/z266/Chrysler-LHS.aspx |title=1999 Chrysler LHS |first=Jessica |last=Donaldson |work=Concept Carz |accessdate=2 August 2021}} LHS was rebranded as New Yorker for the European market but retained the LHS name for the United Kingdom.{{cite web|url=https://www.autoweek.nl/autotests/artikel/chrysler-new-yorker-35i-v6-24v-1996/ |title=Chrysler New Yorker 3.5i V6 24V (1996) |accessdate=2 August 2021 |lang=nl |work=Autoweek NL}}{{cite web|url=https://www.autoweek.nl/reviews/artikel/chrysler-new-yorker-1999/ |title=Chrysler New Yorker (1999) |accessdate=2 August 2021 |lang=nl |work=Autoweek NL}}

The New Yorker featured the export taillights with amber turn signal indicators in the middle band between red brake and night lights and white reverse lights, side turn signal repeaters, headlights with different light output and bulbs, and a set of red rear fog lamps in the bumpers adjacent to the wider numberplate. The side running lights and retroreflective markers were deleted from the bumpers and front turn signal indicators.

The first generation LHS was praised by motoring journalist Jeremy Clarkson, who is well known for criticising North American automobiles, described the LHS as "by global standards, right up there with the best."{{cite book|url= https://books.google.com/books?id=U89BZOQwtOoC&q=Jeremy+Clarkson+by+global+standards,+right+up+there+with+the+best&pg=PT53 |title=Motorworld |first=Jeremy |last=Clarkson |publisher=Penguin |year=2009 |isbn=9780141901367 |accessdate=November 7, 2014}} The LHS nameplate was discontinued after 2001, but the design continued as the Concorde Limited.

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• {{cite book|title=Haynes Repair Manual – Chrysler LHS, Concorde, 300M, Dodge Intrepid, 1998–2004 |date=March 15, 2009 |publisher=Haynes |isbn=9781563927324}}

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• {{imcdb vehicle|make=Chrysler|model=LHS|Chrysler LHS}}

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