Ending Production of the Chrysler 200 and Dodge Dart

Feb 1, 2016

In an effort to increase the focus on crossover SUVs, full-size SUVs, and pickup trucks, the team at Chrysler Fiat has decided to end the production of the Dodge Dart and Chrysler 200. With American car shoppers choosing more capability and interior space, small sedans and compact vehicles are losing popularity. Read on to learn more about what these changes mean for the Chrysler and Dodge lineup in the future.

Dodge Dart and Chrysler 200 Gone by 2018

Though Europe has seen an ever-growing sales rate for small and economical cars, the American car shoppers have a taste for the rugged capability of larger and more powerful vehicles. The plan at Chrysler Fiat is to slowly phase out the production of both the Chrysler 200 and Dodge Dart, with a transitioning focus on Jeep and RAM.

We won’t see a sudden disappearance of the Dodge Dart and Chrysler 200, as so many drivers and buyers are still interested in them. However, the phasing out is said to be taking place, if not completed, by 2018. Chrysler Fiat has explained that they do not intend to cut jobs or negatively impact the production numbers, but simply to “defocus” from passenger sedans, and put more effort into the production of vehicles like the RAM 1500 and Jeep Cherokee.

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What We Will Miss the Dart and 200

Both the Dodge Dart and Chrysler 200 are smaller vehicles with an impressively responsive drive style and affordable price tag. The small interior has room for five passengers, but the rear seating and limited cargo space makes it a tough option for families. High-tech features are available throughout both sedans make driving more fun, and the great fuel economy ratings allow for a less stressful daily commute.

We will surely miss the Dodge Dart and the Chrysler 200, but there is still plenty of time to drive one home before they are gone. These impressively modern sedans are available today at Palmen Dodge Chrysler Jeep of Racine. Check out our online tools that make it easy to apply for credit pre-approval or schedule your own test drive appointments.

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