Plymouth Reliant (K-car). 1981–9 (prod. 1,120,000 approx.). 2- and 4-door sedan, 5-door wagon. F/F, 2213, 2507, 2555 cm³ (I4 OHC). Plymouth edition of much-vaunted K-car, credited with saving Chrysler along with Dodge Aries twin. Reliant name meant to signal better quality than outgoing Plymouth Volaré, and it was an improvement. Competent, roomy and functional; sold on value for money. Mid-term facelift for 1985 model year.

Manufacturing locations: Newark, Delaware, USA; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Toluca, México

Marque: Plymouth | Predecessor: Plymouth Volaré | Successor: Plymouth Acclaim

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