Model year guide

1999 Plymouth Prowler

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1999 Plymouth Prowler is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

1999 Plymouth Prowler — representative photo
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1999 Plymouth Prowler at a glance

Owner complaints19
Combined18 mpg

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1999 Plymouth Prowler common problems

Owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Latches/locks/linkages
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

1999 Plymouth Prowler MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway21 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,550
EPA size classTwo Seaters
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$10,750 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1999 Plymouth Prowler costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$22,750
Fuel only$22,750
Per mile$0.30

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1999 Plymouth Prowler trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl

1999 Plymouth Prowler vehicles on record

1999 Plymouth Prowler 1999 Plymouth Prowler Base1P3EW65G0XV502615

Other Plymouth Prowler model years

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1999 Plymouth Prowler — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Plymouth Prowler?

Owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are suspension, power train, structure.

What gas mileage does the 1999 Plymouth Prowler get?

The 1999 Plymouth Prowler has a U.S. EPA estimate of 18 mpg combined (15 city / 21 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.