The Chrysler TC is a two-seater built from 1989 to 1991 over 2 generations. Between 1989 and 1991 it grew 10 cm longer and gained 21 kg. Engines offered: 4-cyl, V6. Too new for a verdict, since complaints and recalls take years to accumulate — and the year you pick matters far more than the badge (best and worst years →).
What the TC is
The Chrysler TC is a two-seater that Chrysler built from 1989 to 1991 — 3 model years. Our measurements put it at 2 generations, the current one starting in 1991. It has been offered with 4-cyl, V6 power. Its closest siblings in the Chrysler range: Crossfire, Prowler.
TC generations, and what changed
These boundaries are not copied from a brochure — they fall out of the measurements. Where the TC's length or wheelbase jumps between consecutive model years the platform changed: a facelift moves a bumper by centimetres, a new generation moves the whole car — for the TC that gives 2 distinct generations below.
| Generation | Length | Wheelbase | Weight | vs previous | Weight change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 445 cm | 246 cm | 1248 kg | - | - |
| 1991 | 455 cm | 247 cm | 1269 kg | +10 cm | +21 kg |
Between 1989 and 1991 the TC gained 10 cm in length (+2.2%) and 21 kg in weight (+1.7%). Cars did not so much grow as thicken — crash structures, airbags and equipment weigh more than the metal they replaced, and on the TC that is 21 kg against 10 cm. Full dimensions by year →
Chrysler TC tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment TC owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What engines does the Chrysler TC have? Power & range
The Chrysler TC is offered with 2 powertrains — 3L 6-cyl, 2.2L 4-cyl. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain — 2 for the Chrysler TC, against one or two on most rivals.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V6 | 3.0L · 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | FWD | Premium |
| 4-cyl | 2.2L · 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Premium |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
The TC by the numbers
What the federal and market records say about the Chrysler TC. Each line opens the full breakdown by year.
| Topic | TC | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Reliability | Not yet rated | Best and worst years |
Frequently asked questions
What kind of car is the Chrysler TC?
The TC is a two-seater, built from 1989 to 1991 across 2 generations. Engines offered: 4-cyl, V6.
How many generations does the TC have?
2 by our measurements, the latest starting in 1991. We draw the boundaries where length or wheelbase jumps between model years — a facelift moves a bumper, a new generation moves the whole car. Over its life the TC grew 10 cm longer and gained 21 kg.
What is the Chrysler TC warranty?
New models carry 3 years / 36,000 miles basic cover and 5 years / 60,000 miles on the powertrain. Worth knowing: across our complaint records the typical car reaches the halfway point of its faults at five years, so most repairs land after the basic warranty ends.
Is the TC reliable?
The honest answer depends on the year far more than the model — see the best and worst years, and when this car starts to break.
How do I check a specific TC?
This page describes the model; it cannot tell you whether that car has an open recall or a branded title. Run its VIN against the records — free, and matched to the exact production run.
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