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{{Infobox automobile
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Plymouth Voyager/Grand Voyager
| name = Plymouth Voyager/Grand Voyager
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| class = [[Minivan]] (1984–2000)<br>[[Full-size]] [[van]] (1974–1983)
| class = [[Minivan]] (1984–2000)<br>[[Full-size]] [[van]] (1974–1983)
| production = 1974–2000
| production = 1974–2000
| successor = [[Chrysler Voyager|Chrysler/Lancia Voyager]] (USA, 2001–2003, Mexico SWB until 2007)
| successor = [[Chrysler minivans (RS)|Chrysler Voyager]] (USA, 2001–2003, Mexico SWB until 2007)
}}
}}
'''Plymouth Voyager''' is a nameplate used on two [[van]]s manufactured by [[Plymouth (automobile)|Plymouth]].
'''Plymouth Voyager''' is a nameplate used on a series of [[van]]s manufactured by [[Plymouth (automobile)|Plymouth]] from 1974 to 2000:


* 1974-1983, a version of the [[Dodge_Ram_Van#Original_B_series|Dodge Sportsman]]
From 1974–1983 Plymouth marketed a [[full size van]] as the ''Voyager'', a [[badge engineering|badged variant]] of the [[Dodge Ram Van|Dodge Sportsman]].
* 1984-1990, a version of the [[Chrysler minivans (S)|Chrysler S minivan]]
* 1991-1995, a version of the [[Chrysler minivans (AS)|Chrysler AS minivan]]
* 1996-2000, a version of the [[Chrysler minivans (NS)|Chrysler NS minivan]]


The nameplate was discontinued in 2000, alongside the entire Plymouth brand.
From 1984-2000, Plymouth marketed a [[minivan]] as the ''Voyager'', simultaneously introduced with the [[Dodge Caravan]] and marketed over four generations in short-wheelbase (SWB) (1984-2000) and long-wheelbase (LWB)(1987-2000) variants &mdash; the latter as the '''Plymouth Grand Voyager'''. After model year 2000, Chrysler (at the time DaimlerChrysler AG) discontinued its Plymouth division, and the Voyager and Grand Voyager were marketed as the ''Chrysler Voyager'' (2001–2003). The Plymouth Voyager was marketed as Chryslers in Mexico prior to that.

Combined with its rebadged variants, the Chrysler minivans rank as the [[List of automobile sales by model|13th best-selling automotive nameplate]] worldwide.<ref name="autonews">{{cite web
| title = Chrysler LLC Celebrates 25th Anniversary of the Minivan
| publisher = Autonew24h.com
| url = http://www.autonews24h.com/Auto-Industry/Chrysler/2885.html}}</ref>

==1974–1983==
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Full-size Voyager
| image = 1974 Plymouth Voyager.jpg
| production = 1974–1983
| body_style = 4-door [[van]]<br>6-door [[van]]
| layout = [[FR layout]]
| platform = [[Chrysler AB platform]]
| engine = {{convert|318|CID|L|1|abbr=on}} ''[[Chrysler LA engine|LA]]'' [[V8 engine|V8]]<br>{{convert|360|CID|L|1|abbr=on}} ''[[Chrysler LA engine|LA]]'' [[V8 engine|V8]]
| transmission = 3-speed ''[[TorqueFlite]]'' automatic
| aka = [[Dodge Sportsman]]<br>[[Dodge Ram Wagon]]
}}
The Plymouth Voyager manufactured and marketed from 1974-1983 was a rebadged [[Dodge Sportsman]] with 12–15-passenger capacity.<ref>[http://mclellansautomotive.com/photos/B28439.jpg 1974 Plymouth Voyager promotional postcard (McLellan's Automotive)]</ref><ref>[http://grassrootsmotorsports.com/reader-rides/4979/ Readers' Rides; 1974 Plymouth Voyager (Grassroots Motorsports)]</ref> The Voyager was Plymouth's first truck-bodied vehicle since 1942. The second one was the [[Plymouth Trail Duster]], which came out a year later.

Early Plymouth Voyagers were distinguished from their Dodge counterparts by the large "PLYMOUTH" logo across the center of the grille surrounded by two horizontal grille pieces that also enclosed the parking and directional signals. In 1978, the lettering was reduced in sized, and moved to the hood on the driver's side. By 1979, it was almost indistinguishable from high end Dodge Royal Sportsman, and would remain so until 1983.
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==Minivan background==
[[Lee Iacocca]] and Hal Sperlich had conceived their idea for a modern minivan during their earlier tenure at Ford Motor Company. [[Henry Ford II]] had rejected Iaccoca's and Sperlich's idea (and a prototype) of a minivan in 1974, then rumored to carry the name "Maxivan". Iaccoca followed Sperlich to Chrysler Corporation, and together they created the T115 minivan — a prototype that was to become the Caravan and Voyager, known colloquially as the "Magic-wagons" (a term used in advertising).

The Chrysler minivans launched a few months ahead of the [[Renault Espace]] (the first MPV/minivan in Europe, initially presented to executives as a [[Talbot]] (which was made up of Chrysler Europe's disposed assets) in 1979,<ref>[http://www.matrasport.dk/Cars/Espace/history.html The Matra/Renault Espace<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref> but not launched until 1984), making them the first of their kind — effectively creating the modern [[minivan]] segment in the US.

==Generation I (1984–1990)==
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Generation I - minivan
| image = 84-86 Plymouth Voyager.jpg
| production = 1984–1990
| layout = [[Front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout|Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive]]
| assembly = [[Windsor Assembly]], [[Windsor, Ontario]], [[Canada]]
| platform = [[Chrysler S platform]]
| engine = 2.2 L ''[[Chrysler K engine|K]]'' [[Straight-4|I4]]<br>2.5 L ''[[Chrysler K engine#2.5|K]]'' [[Straight-4|I4]]<br>2.5 L ''[[Chrysler K engine#2.5 Turbo|Turbo]]'' [[Straight-4|I4]]<br>2.6 L [[Mitsubishi Motors|Mitsubishi]] ''[[Mitsubishi Astron engine|G54B]]'' [[Straight-4|I4]]<br>3.0 L [[Mitsubishi 6G7x engine#6G72|Mitsubishi ''6G72'']] [[V6]]<br>3.3 L ''[[Chrysler 3.3 engine|EGA]]'' [[V6]]
| body_style = 3-door minivan
| transmission = 4-speed A460 [[manual transmission|manual]]<br />5-speed [[manual transmission|manual]]<br />3-speed ''[[TorqueFlite|A413]]'' automatic<br />3-speed ''[[TorqueFlite|A470]]'' automatic<br />3-speed [[TorqueFlite|A670]] automatic<br />4-speed ''[[Ultradrive|A604]]'' [[automatic transmission|automatic]]
| related = [[Dodge Caravan]]<br>[[Chrysler Town & Country]]<br>[[Chrysler Voyager]]
| wheelbase = Grand: {{convert|119.1|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} <br>SWB: {{convert|112|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
| length = Grand: {{convert|190.5|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} <br>SWB: {{convert|175.9|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} <br>SWB LE: {{convert|177.3|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} <br>1989-1990 Grand LE: {{convert|191.9|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
| width = 1984-88: {{convert|72.2|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} <br>1989-1990: {{convert|72|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
| height = 1984-88 SWB: {{convert|64.4|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} <br>1984-88 Grand: {{convert|64.7|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} <br>1989-1990: {{convert|64.8|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
}}

[[File:'87-'88 Plymouth Voyager.jpg|thumb|left|1987-1990 Plymouth Voyager SE]]
In 1984, Chrysler marketed the [[badge engineering|rebadged]] Plymouth variant of its new minivan as the Voyager, using the Chrysler's S platform, derived from the K-platform ([[Plymouth Reliant]] and [[Dodge Aries]]). The Voyager shared components with the K-cars including portions of the interior, e.g., the Reliant's instrument cluster and dashboard controls, along with the K-platform front-wheel drive layout and low floor, giving the Voyager a car-like ease of entry. The Voyager was on ''[[Car and Driver]]'' magazine's [[Car and Driver Ten Best|Ten Best list]] for 1985.<ref name="allpar">{{cite journal | url=http://www.allpar.com/model/m/history.html | title=A Brief History of the Chrysler Minivan | journal=[http://www.allpar.com/ Allpar] | accessdate=2008-06-13 }}</ref>

For 1987 the Voyager received minor cosmetic updates as well as the introduction of the Grand Voyager, which was built on a longer wheelbase adding more cargo room. It was available only with ''SE'' or ''LE'' trim.

First-generation Voyager minivans were offered in three trim levels: an unnamed base model, mid-grade ''SE'', and high-end ''LE'', the latter bearing [[Woodie (car body style)#simulated woodgrain|simulated woodgrain]] paneling. A sportier ''LX'' model was added in 1989, sharing much of its components with the Caravan ES.

Safety features included 3-point seat belts for the front two passengers and lap belts for rear passengers. Standard on all Voyagers were legally mandated side-impact reinforcements for all seating front and rear outboard positions. Safety features such as [[airbags]] or [[Anti-lock braking system|ABS]] were not available.<ref name="allpar.com">[http://www.allpar.com/model/m/history.html "A Brief History of the Chrysler Minivan" Information courtesy of Chrysler, allpar], retrieved on 2010–08–23.</ref>

Original commercials for the 1984 Voyager featured magician [[Doug Henning]]<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=joE9juKuWSY&feature=related "1984 plymouth voyager commercial"], retrieved on 2010–08–25.</ref> as a spokesperson to promote the Voyager "Magic Wagon's" versatility, cargo space, low step-in height, passenger volume, and maneuverability. Later commercials in 1989 featured rock singer [[Tina Turner]].<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zl2HV4UlZ84 "1989 Tina Turner Plymouth Voyager Commercial"], retrieved on 2010–08–25.</ref> Canadian commercials in 1990 featured pop singer [[Celine Dion]].<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oi5t4AxvKKg "Celine Dion : 1990 Dodge Caravan & Plymouth Voyager"], retrieved on 2010–08–25.</ref>

===Seating===
1984-1986 Voyagers could be equipped for five, six, seven passengers, with an eight-passenger variant available only in 1985.<ref>Chrysler Corporation Factory Sales Brochure "1986 Plymouth full-line"</ref> Five-passenger seating, standard on all trim levels, consisted of two front bucket seats and an intermediate three-passenger bench seat. In 1985, on base and SE models, the front buckets could be replaced by a 40/60 split three-passenger bench seat, bringing the total number of occupants to six. Seven-passenger seating was an option on SEs and LEs, with dual front buckets, an intermediate two-passenger bench, and a rear three-passenger bench. Eight-passenger seating was available on SE models only, with both the additional middle two-passenger bench and three-passenger front bench. Depending on configuration, the base model could seat up to six, the SE could seat up to eight, and the LE could seat up to seven.

The two bench seats in the rear were independently removable, and the large three-seat bench could also be installed in the 2nd row location via a second set of attachment points on the van's floor, ordinarily hidden with snap-in plastic covers. This configuration allowed for conventional five-passenger seating with a sizable cargo area in the rear. The latching mechanisms for the benches were very intuitive and easy to operate.

On base models, the front buckets were low-back items, upholstered with plain cloth or vinyl. On SEs, the buyer could choose between low-back buckets with deluxe cloth or high-back buckets in upgraded vinyl. LEs came standard with high-back front buckets, upholstered in either luxury cloth or luxury vinyl.

In 1985 and 1986, there was also a five-passenger version with a back seat that could be folded flat with the pull of a handle into a bed that filled the rear compartment from the back of the front seats to the rear. This option was known as the Magic Camper. The Magic Camper back seat had an extra rear-facing cushion that formed the back-most section of the bed when folded flat and the seat, though very heavy, was removable. The Magic Camper option included a tent that attached magnetically to the side of the vehicle allowing access in and out of the sliding side door.

For 1987 the six- and eight-passenger options were withdrawn, leaving seating for five standard and for seven optional on the base and SE, and seating for seven with high-back front buckets standard on the LE, Grand SE, and Grand LE. Deluxe cloth upholstery was now standard on base and all SE models, with the luxury vinyl optional on SEs. On LEs, luxury cloth came standard and for the first time, leather seats were available on the LE models.

===Engines===

[[File:87-90 Plymouth Grand Voyager SE.jpg|thumb|1987-1990 Plymouth Grand Voyager SE]]

For the first 3 years of production, two [[inline-4]] engines with 2 barrel [[carburetors]] were offered. The base [[Chrysler K engine#2.2|2.2L]] was borrowed from the Chrysler [[Chrysler K Platform|K-cars]], and produced {{convert|96|hp|kW|abbr=on}} horsepower. The higher performance fuel injected version of the [[Chrysler K engine#2.2|2.2L]] engine later offered in the Chrysler [[Chrysler K Platform|K-cars]] was only offered in the Voyager for the 1987 model year, and would remain the base powerplant until mid-1987. Alongside the [[Chrysler K engine#2.2|2.2L]], an optional Mitsubishi [[Astron 2.6|2.6L]] engine was available producing {{convert|104|hp|kW|abbr=on}} horsepower.

At launch, the Voyager's low [[power-to-weight ratio|horsepower to weight ratio]] had not been much of a concern. Its main competitors were the [[Toyota Van]] and the [[Volkswagen Type 2 (T3)|Volkswagen Vanagon]], both of which offered similar performance. In mid-1987, the base [[Chrysler K engine#2.2|2.2L]] [[Straight-4|I4]] was replaced with a [[fuel-injected]] [[Chrysler K engine#2.5|2.5L]] [[Straight-4|I4]], which produced {{convert|100|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}}, while the [[Mitsubishi Astron engine|Mitsubishi ''G54B'']] [[Straight-4|I4]] was replaced with the new [[fuel-injected]] [[Mitsubishi 6G7x engine#6G72|3.0L Mitsubishi]] [[V6 engine|V-6]] producing {{convert|136|hp|kW|abbr=on}}, which was a popular upgrade.

A [[Chrysler K engine#2.5 Turbo|turbocharged version]] of the base 2.5L producing {{convert|150|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} was available in 1989 and 1990. Also in 1989, revisions to the Mitsubishi V-6 upped its output to {{convert|142|hp|kW|abbr=on}}. In 1990, a new {{convert|150|hp|kW|abbr=on}} [[Chrysler 3.3 engine#3.3|3.3L V-6]] was added to the option list. Sales of the 2.5 turbo dwindled and it was dropped at the end of the year.

* 1984–1987 2.2&nbsp;L ''[[Chrysler K engine#2.2|K]]'' [[Straight-4|I4]], {{convert|96|hp|kW|abbr=on}}, {{convert|119|lbft|N.m|abbr=on}}
* 1984–1987 2.6 L [[Mitsubishi Astron engine|Mitsubishi ''G54B'']] [[Straight-4|I4]], {{convert|104|hp|kW|abbr=on}}, {{convert|142|lbft|N.m|abbr=on}}
* 1987½–1990 2.5&nbsp;L ''[[Chrysler K engine#2.5|K]]'' [[Straight-4|I4]], {{convert|100|hp|kW|abbr=on}}, {{convert|135|lbft|N.m|abbr=on}}
* 1987½–1988 3.0&nbsp;L [[Mitsubishi 6G7x engine#6G72|Mitsubishi ''6G72'']] [[V6 engine|V6]], {{convert|136|hp|kW|abbr=on}}, {{convert|168|lbft|N.m|abbr=on}}
* 1989–1990 2.5&nbsp;L ''[[Chrysler K engine#2.5 Turbo|Turbo]]'' [[Straight-4|I4]], {{convert|150|hp|kW|abbr=on}}, {{convert|180|lbft|N.m|abbr=on}}
* 1989-1990 3.0&nbsp;L [[Mitsubishi 6G7x engine#6G72|Mitsubishi ''6G72'']] [[V6 engine|V6]], {{convert|142|hp|kW|abbr=on}}, {{convert|173|lbft|N.m|abbr=on}}
* 1990 3.3&nbsp;L ''[[Chrysler 3.3 engine#3.3|EGA]]'' [[V6 engine|V6]], {{convert|150|hp|kW|abbr=on}}, {{convert|180|lbft|N.m|abbr=on}}

===Transmissions===
Both a three-speed TorqueFlite [[automatic transmission]] and a five-speed manual were available with all [[inline-4]] engines, including the turbocharged 2.5 [[Liter|L]] (this was a rare combination). [[V6 engine|V-6]] engines were only offered with the venerable fully hydraulically operated [[TorqueFlite]], until the computer controlled [[Ultradrive]] 4-speed automatic became available in 1989. The [[Ultradrive]] offered much better fuel economy and responsiveness, particularly when paired with the [[inline-4]] engine.

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==Generation II (1991–1995)==
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Generation II
| image = 2nd-Plymouth-Grand-Voyager.jpg
| production = August 14, 1990–August 1995
| assembly = [[St. Louis, Missouri]], [[United States]]<br>[[Windsor, Ontario]], [[Canada]]
| body_style = 3-door [[minivan]]
| layout = [[Front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout|Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive]] / [[all-wheel drive]]
| platform = [[Chrysler S platform|Chrysler AS platform]]
| engine = 2.5 L ''[[Chrysler K engine#2.5|K]]'' [[Straight-4|I4]]<br>3.0 L [[Mitsubishi 6G7x engine#6G72|Mitsubishi ''6G72'']] [[V6]]<br>3.3 L ''[[Chrysler 3.3 engine#3.3|EGA]]'' [[V6]]<br>3.8 L ''[[Chrysler 3.3 engine#3.8|EGH]]'' [[V6]]
| transmission = 5-speed manual<br>3-speed ''[[TorqueFlite]]'' automatic<br>4-speed ''[[Ultradrive]]'' automatic
| aka = [[Chrysler Voyager]] (Mexico)
| related = [[Chrysler Town & Country]]<br>[[Dodge Caravan]]
| wheelbase = SWB: {{convert|112.3|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} <br>Grand: {{convert|119.3|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
| length = SWB: {{convert|178.1|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} <br>Grand: {{convert|192.8|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|72|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
| height = SWB: {{convert|64.2|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} <br>Grand: {{convert|64.8|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} <br>1991-93 AWD: {{convert|65.9|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} <br>1994-95 AWD: {{convert|65.8|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} <br>1994-95 LE SWB: {{convert|64.3|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
| weight = {{convert|3305|lb|kg|0|abbr=on}} <br>{{convert|3531|lb|kg|0|abbr=on}} (Grand Voyager)
}}

[[File:91-95 Plymouth Voyager.jpg|thumb|left|1992-1993 Plymouth Voyager]]

The Plymouth Voyager was modified for 1991 with new sheet metal. The S platform was still used, though renamed the "AS platform". These were the last Voyagers that were derived from the [[Chrysler K platform]].

Trim levels were carried over from the previous generation. 1991 Voyagers were available in base, mid-grade ''SE'', high-end ''LE'', and high-end sporty ''LX''. The LX which was available only on short-wheelbase Voyagers, was marketed as a sport-luxury minivan and came with the most standard equipment including alloy wheels, [[Automotive lighting|fog lamps]], and wide array of power-operated features.<ref name="ReferenceA">Chrysler Corporation Factory Sales Brochure "1991 Plymouth Voyager/Grand Voyager"</ref>

In later years various trim packages were offered on SE models. The "Sport Wagon" package available from 1993–1995 featured accent color (gray) bumpers and [[molding (automotive)|molding]], fog lamps, and special aluminum wheels.<ref name="Used Plymouth Prices">[http://www.edmunds.com/used/plymouth/index.html "Used Plymouth Prices"], retrieved on 2010–08–23.</ref> The "Rallye" package offered in 1995, took the place of the departed ''LX'' model. It was more luxury-oriented, with lower body two-tone paint — regardless of upper body color, the lower body was painted "Driftwood Beige" — silver aluminum wheels, and special badging.<ref name="Used Plymouth Prices"/> The [[font]] first used for the Rallye's badging was adopted for all of Plymouth's badging from 1996 onward.<ref name="ReferenceB">[http://www.allpar.com/model/m/1991-voyager.html "1991-1995 Chrysler minivans: Dodge Caravan, Plymouth Voyager, Chrysler Town & Country" Information courtesy of Chrysler, allpar], retrieved on 2010–08–23.</ref>

Interiors were more differentiated in this generation than on the first with a redesigned dashboard for 1994 featured a passenger-side front airbag.<ref name="ReferenceB"/> and a seating package, marketed as "Quad Command" seating package, available on SE, LE, and LX models. Quad command replaced the 2nd row bench with two individual bucket seats with a center aisle to the 3rd row bench. Interior options varied with trim levels and packages. Cloth seating was standard on all models; leather seating was a standalone extra-cost option on LE and LX models.<ref name="ReferenceA"/>

Only badging and minor cosmetics differentiated the Voyager from its [[Dodge Caravan]] rebadged variant.<ref name="ReferenceB"/> The Chrysler Town & Country shared the Voyager's headlamps and taillights along with its own chrome waterfall grille.

===Innovations===
This generation of vans brought additional innovations, including:
* "Quad Command" bucket seating (1990)
* Available [[All-wheel drive]] (1990)
* Available [[anti-lock brakes]] (1990)
* First driver's side [[airbag]] in a minivan (1991), made standard (1991), and first dual front airbags (1993)
* Integrated child safety seats (1991), improved design with recliners (1993)
* First minivan to meet 1998 U.S. federal safety standards (1993)

The turbocharged engine and Convert-A-Bed feature were dropped.<ref name="allpar"/>

===Engines===
* 1991–1995 2.5&nbsp;L ''[[Chrysler K engine|K]]'' [[Straight-4|I4]], {{convert|100|hp|kW|abbr=on}}, {{convert|135|lbft|N.m|abbr=on}}
* 1991–1995 3.0&nbsp;L [[Mitsubishi 6G7x engine#6G72|Mitsubishi ''6G72'']] [[V6 engine|V6]], {{convert|142|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}}, {{convert|173|lbft|N.m|abbr=on}}
* 1991–1993 3.3&nbsp;L ''[[Chrysler 3.3 engine#3.3|EGA]]'' [[V6 engine|V6]], {{convert|150|hp|kW|abbr=on}}, {{convert|180|lbft|N.m|abbr=on}}
* 1994–1995 3.3&nbsp;L ''[[Chrysler 3.3 engine#3.3|EGA]]'' [[V6 engine|V6]], {{convert|162|hp|kW|abbr=on}}, {{convert|194|lbft|N.m|abbr=on}}
* 1994–1995 3.8&nbsp;L ''[[Chrysler 3.3 engine#3.8|EGH]]'' [[V6 engine|V6]], {{convert|162|hp|kW|abbr=on}}, {{convert|213|lbft|N.m|abbr=on}}

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===Year-to-year changes===
* 1991: Second-generation minivans released. A driver's side airbag was made standard for this year. Integrated child safety seats in the second row bench were optional on 1992 Voyagers. The Grand Voyager was available with a lower-cost powertrain. A {{Convert|142|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} 3.0 L V6 and a 3-speed automatic could be substituted for the standard {{Convert|150|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} 3.3 L V6 with its 4-speed automatic. The 5-speed manual transmission could once again be paired with the base engine, which was now the 2.5 liter four instead of the original 2.2 liter four.
* 1993: On 7-passenger models, the optional "Quad Command" bucket seats replaced the middle bench seat. The right bucket tilted forward to ease entry and exit to the rearmost bench. The front shoulder belts became height-adjustable and rear shoulder belts had lower anchor points and the horn button was black.
* 1994: New bumpers and body moldings, and a redesigned dashboard appeared on all 1994 Voyagers. New safety features which included a passenger-side airbag and side door-guard beams enabled the Voyager to meet all passenger car safety requirements through 1998. A cassette player became standard on all models but the base, and a CD player was available on all models. Under the hood, a {{Convert|162|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} 3.8 L V6 was a new option for top-of-the-line Grand Voyager LE models. The 3.3 L V6 had been upgraded to produce {{Convert|162|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} as well. For 1994 the "10 Year Anniversary Edition" was an option on Voyager ''SE'' models; it had unique two-tone paint and badges.
* 1995: No major changes were made for 1995, except for the new ''Rallye'' option package available on ''SE'' models. Rallye models came with special silver-accent wheels and special two-toned paint on the lower body.

==Generation III (1996–2000)==
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Generation III
| image = 2000 Plymouth Voyager base 3-doorD.png
| production = 1996–2000
| assembly = [[St. Louis, Missouri]], [[United States]]<br>[[Windsor, Ontario]], [[Canada]]
| body_style = 3-door [[minivan]]<br>4-door [[minivan]]
| layout = [[Front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout|Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive]] / [[all-wheel drive]]
| platform = [[Chrysler S platform|Chrysler NS platform]]
| engine = {{unbulleted list |2.4 L ''[[Chrysler Neon engine#2.4 and 2.4 Turbo|EDZ]]'' [[Straight-4|I4]] ([[gasoline]])|3.0 L ''[[Mitsubishi 6G7x engine#6G72|6G72]]'' [[V6 engine|V6]] (gasoline)|3.3 L ''[[Chrysler 3.3 engine#3.3|EGA]]'' [[V6 engine|V6]] (gasoline / [[E85]])|3.8 L ''[[Chrysler 3.3 engine#3.8|EGH]]'' [[V6 engine|V6]] (gasoline)}}
| transmission = 3-speed ''[[TorqueFlite]]'' [[automatic transmission|automatic]]<br>4-speed ''[[Ultradrive|41TE]]'' automatic<br>4-speed ''[[Ultradrive|41AE]]'' automatic (Grand Voyager Rallye/Expresso/LE AWD)
| aka = [[Chrysler Voyager]] (Mexico; USA for 2000 only)
| related = [[Chrysler Voyager]]<br>[[Chrysler Town & Country]]<br>[[Dodge Caravan]]
| wheelbase = SWB: {{convert|113.3|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} <br>Grand: {{convert|119.3|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
| length = SWB: {{convert|186.3|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} <br>Grand: {{convert|199.6|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|76.8|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|68.5|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
| weight = {{convert|3528|lb|kg|0|abbr=on}}<br>{{convert|3680|lb|kg|0|abbr=on}} (Grand Voyager)
}}
[[File:Plymouth Grand Voyager .jpg|thumb|left|1996-2000 Plymouth Grand Voyager SE]]
[[File:1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager LE silver.jpg|thumb|left|1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager LE (Canada)]]

The 1996 Plymouth Voyager was completely redesigned from the ground up. Gone were its [[Chrysler K platform|K-car]] underpinnings and architecture, replaced with more modern components and Chrysler's acclaimed [[cab-forward]] design. The third generation redesign used the [[Chrysler S platform|Chrysler NS platform]] and included a driver's-side sliding door, a minivan first. The Voyager was on ''[[Car and Driver]]'' magazine's [[Car and Driver Ten Best|Ten Best list]] for 1996 and 1997.<ref>[http://www.caranddriver.sg/features/archive/1996_10best_cars-10best_cars "1996 10Best Cars"], retrieved on 2010–08–24.</ref><ref>[http://www.caranddriver.sg/features/archive/1997_10best_cars-10best_cars "1997 10Best Cars"], retrieved on 2010–08–24.</ref>

As part of Chrysler's new corporate strategy to better focus the Plymouth brand on entry-level vehicles, [[United States|U.S.]] market third generation Voyagers and Grand Voyagers were mostly available in base trim and better-equipped ''SE'' models.<ref>{{cite book |author=Yates, Brock W |title=The Critical Path: Inventing an Automobile and Reinventing a Corporation (1st Edition) |publisher=Little, Brown |year=1996 |page=210}}</ref>Although export markets continued to receive the LE model,<ref name="voyagerle">{{cite web
| title = 1996-2000 Plymouth Voyager LE
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| url = https://www.flickr.com/photos/mmbrown/4060635671/}}</ref><ref name="voyagerle2">{{cite web
| title = 1996-2000 Plymouth Grand Voyager LE AWD
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| url = https://www.flickr.com/photos/mmbrown/4840351057/}}</ref> the "Rallye", originally a trim package on SE and LE models in 1995, became a high-end standalone trim level for this generation, replacing the LE for the US market. A Rallye option package continued to be available on SE model.<ref>Chrysler Corporation Factory Sales Brochure "1996 Plymouth Voyager/Grand Voyager"</ref> It was replaced by the "Expresso" for 1998.<ref>Chrysler Corporation Factory Sales Brochure "1998 Plymouth Voyager"</ref> As with the Rallye, the Expresso was either a package for the SE or a stand-alone model to replace the LE. Expresso models did feature their own optional higher-grade cloth seating. Export Voyager LEs were equipped similarly to the Chrysler Town & Country LX, which was sold in the U.S. and Mexico, but not Canada. Voyager LE featured a standard Infinity sound system, a power driver's seat, deluxe cloth seating as found on standalone Rallye and Expresso models (leather was optional), and either steel wheels with covers or alloy wheels, both shared with the Town & Country LX, among other features. All North American Voyagers of the third generation were not available with front fog lights.

Base Voyagers and Voyager SEs were easily distinguished by their body-side moldings. Base models used a narrow accent color strip and SE models used a wide accent color strip with a "Plymouth" badge above it on either front door. Rallye and Expresso models used the SE's body-side molding with their own badge in the place of the Plymouth one. Export-market LEs used the base model's narrow accent color molding combined with a full accent color effect on the lower portion of the doors. The vinyl woodgrain-appearance side paneling was no longer available, as the new side sheetmetal was no longer flat.<ref>{{cite book |author=Yates, Brock W |title=The Critical Path: Inventing and Automobile and Reinventing a Corporation (1st Edition) |publisher=Little, Brown |year=1996}}</ref>

Third generation Voyagers introduced a new system of rear seats to simplify installation, removal, and re-positioning&mdash; marketed as "Easy-Out Roller Seats". All Voyagers and Grand Voyagers were equipped with this feature. When installed, the 2nd and 3rd row seats (either bucket or bench seats) were latched to floor-mounted strikers. When unlatched, eight rollers lifted each seat, allowing it to be rolled fore and aft. Tracks had locator depressions for rollers, thus enabling simple installation. Ergonomic levers at the seatbacks released the floor latches single-handedly without tools and raised the seats onto the rollers in a single motion. Additionally, seatbacks were designed to fold forward. Seat roller tracks were permanently attached to the floor and seat stanchions were aligned, facilitating the longitudinal rolling of the seats. Bench seat stanchions were moved inboard to reduce bending stress in the seat frames, allowing them to be lighter.

===Engines===
* 1996–2000 2.4&nbsp;L ''[[Chrysler Neon engine#2.4 and 2.4 Turbo|EDZ]]'' [[Straight-4|I4]], {{convert|150|hp|kW|abbr=on}}, {{convert|167|lbft|N.m|abbr=on}} (Canadian vans beginning in 1999 included a 3.0 L V6 as standard equipment)
* 1996–2000 3.0&nbsp;L [[Mitsubishi 6G7x engine|Mitsubishi ''6G72'']] [[V6 engine|V6]] {{convert|150|hp|kW|abbr=on}}, {{convert|176|lbft|N.m|abbr=on}} (not available in certain U.S. states, 3.3 L V6 offered as standard equipment in those states instead)
* 1996–2000 3.3&nbsp;L ''[[Chrysler 3.3 engine#3.3|EGA]]'' [[V6 engine|V6]], {{convert|158|hp|kW|abbr=on}}, {{convert|203|lbft|N.m|abbr=on}}
* 1999 3.8&nbsp;L ''[[Chrysler 3.3 engine#3.8|EGH]]'' [[V6 engine|V6]], {{convert|180|hp|kW|abbr=on}}, {{convert|240|lbft|N.m|abbr=on}}

===Year-to-year changes===
* 1997: A CD player was a new option. Other than that, only minimal changes. In addition, the Plymouth text badges were changed.
* 1998: Grocery bag hooks were added to the rearmost bench. The Rallye trim and option/decor package of the same name was replaced by the Expresso trim and option/decor package of the same name (which included new wheel covers, new interior cloth on the trim level which is shared with Caravan LE and Caravan ES, a CD player, and a body-colored grille).
* 1999: A 3.8 L V6 was added to 1999 Voyagers; it was already available on the Caravan and Town & Country. A small [[cargo net]] between the front seats, additional standard equipment, integrated child-safety seats and second-row buckets were added to the Voyager this year. Air conditioning was made standard on ''SE'' and ''Expresso'' models. In Canada, the 3.0L V6 was standard equipment. 1999 also saw the addition of a one-year-only 15th anniversary "Platinum Edition", to mark Caravan's 15th year of production. This package was offered on various trim levels, and included Platinum Metallic paint, and fender badges.
* 2000: Now standard was air conditioning, power windows, and power locks (the latter two standard on ''SE'' models only). A dealer-installed rear-seat video entertainment system was newly available on all models. The 2000 model year offered packages which included the "2000+" and "Millennium" package; however these were little more than unique fender badges on vans with popular equipment.
[[File:00-Chrysler-Voyager.jpg|thumb|2000 Chrysler Voyager]]

In 1999, Plymouth's demise was announced, resulting in the 2000 Voyager/Grand Voyager models in the US doing double duty as both [[Plymouth (automobile)|Plymouths]] and [[Chrysler]]s.

===Crash test results===
The 1996-2000 Dodge Grand Caravan (twin of the Voyager/Grand Voyager) received a "Marginal" rating in the [[Insurance Institute for Highway Safety]]'s 40&nbsp;mph offset test. The structural performance and restraints were graded "Acceptable", but the foot injuries were very high.

In the NHTSA crash tests, it received 4 stars for the driver and front passenger in the frontal-impact. In the side-impact test, it received 5 stars for the driver, and 3 stars for the rear occupant, and resulted in a fuel leak that could cause a fire hazard.

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==Generation IV (2001-2003 Chrysler Voyager)==
[[File:'02-'03 Chrysler Voyager.jpg|thumb|'02-'03 Chrysler Voyager]]
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For the fourth generation of the minivan in 2001, the Plymouth Voyager was rebadged as the [[Chrysler Voyager]] in the US. It was offered in the short wheelbase only. The Chrysler Voyager was discontinued after 2003 and the short wheelbase Chrysler minivan became part of the Town & Country line.

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==Trim levels==
*Base – 1984–2000
*LE – 1984–1998 (unavailable in US from 1996–1998; replaced by standalone high-end models of the Rallye and Expresso for that year range)
*SE – 1984–2000
*LX – 1989–1992
*Sport Wagon – 1993–1995 (package available on SE and LE)
*Rallye – 1995–1997 (1995 as a package on SE and LE; 1996–1997 as either a package on SE or standalone model)
*Expresso – 1998–2000 (as a package on SE or standalone model)

==Minivan production==
Chrysler's plant in [[St. Louis, Missouri]] was responsible for building the Voyager from 1990 to 2000.

==References==
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==External links==
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* [http://auto.consumerguide.com/auto/used/reviews/full/index.cfm/id/2227 ConsumerGuide: ''Third Generation Voyager'']


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Plymouth Voyager/Grand Voyager
Overview
ManufacturerPlymouth (Chrysler, later DaimlerChrysler (1998–2000))
Also calledChrysler Voyager/Grand Voyager (Mexico; USA for 2000 only)
Production1974–2000
Body and chassis
ClassMinivan (1984–2000)
Full-size van (1974–1983)
Chronology
SuccessorChrysler Voyager (USA, 2001–2003, Mexico SWB until 2007)

Plymouth Voyager is a nameplate used on a series of vans manufactured by Plymouth from 1974 to 2000:

The nameplate was discontinued in 2000, alongside the entire Plymouth brand.

Wikimedia Commons has media related to Plymouth Voyager.
  • Allpar.com minivans - Plymouth Voyager/Grand Voyager for all generations
  • "Generations: Chrysler, Dodge and Plymouth Minivans". Edmunds.com. Retrieved January 3, 2006.
  • ConsumerGuide: Second Generation Voyager
  • ConsumerGuide: Third Generation Voyager
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