Dodge Aries (K-car). 1981–9 (prod. 999,999). 2- and 4-door sedan, 5-door wagon. F/F, 2213, 2507, 2555 cm³ (I4 OHC). Much-vaunted K-car, credited with saving Chrysler from bankruptcy along with Plymouth Reliant twin. Exported as Dodge Michigan to Japan. Efficient, roomy car with claimed room for six adults, though compact dimensions outside. Facelift in 1985. Four-door sedan only for final model year, 1989.

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

Marque: Dodge | Predecessor: Dodge Aspen | Successor: Dodge Spirit

q.v. Dodge 400, Chrysler LeBaron (1982–8)