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1985 Dodge Diplomat Salon

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1985 Dodge Diplomat – front Unverified
Photo: 1981 Dodge Diplomat coupe, front right by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the M-body (1977–1989); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: 1981 Dodge Diplomat coupe, front right by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: 1980-1983 Dodge Diplomat 1 by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: 1980-1983 Dodge Diplomat 2 by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: Brown Diplomat Right Side by Ryanandlenny, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: 1981 Dodge Diplomat coupe, rear right by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 1985 Dodge Diplomat Salon is a 140-hp 5.2-liter V8 with a 3-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $9,964 MSRP and is rated at 17 mpg combined.

It makes 140 horsepower at 3,600 rpm and 265 lb-ft of torque at 1600 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 20 mpg highway (17 mpg combined).

The Diplomat measures 205.0 inches long on a 112.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,558 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$9,964 ($30,096 *)
Engine
Engine Type5.2L (318 cid) OHV V8
Displacement5.2 L
Horsepower140 hp @ 3,600 rpm
Torque265 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm
ValvetrainOHV, 2 valves/cylinder
Bore and Stroke99.2 x 84.1 mm (3.906 x 3.312 in)
Compression Ratio8.0:1
Injection Type2-barrel carburetor
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Transmission
Transmission3-speed automatic (TorqueFlite A999)
1st Gear2.74
2nd Gear1.54
3rd Gear1
Final Drive2.26
Fuel Economy
City15 MPG
Highway20 MPG
Combined17 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front15"
Wheels Rear15"
Dimensions & Weight
Length205 in
Width74 in
Height55 in
Wheelbase112.7 in
Curb Weight3,558 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39 in
Headroom Rear37 in
Legroom Front42 in
Legroom Rear36 in
Shoulder Room Front55 in
Shoulder Room Rear55 in
Hip Room Front53 in
Hip Room Rear53 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1985 Dodge DIPLOMAT.

2 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1985 Dodge DIPLOMAT

Owner Complaints

2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1985 Dodge DIPLOMAT. See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System1
Engine And Engine Cooling1
Exterior Lighting1
Visibility1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jan 7, 2003 · Engine And Engine Cooling, Exterior Lighting, Visibility
“CONSUMER STATES TURN SIGNALS ARE INOPERATIVE, THE WINDSHIELD CONTAINS SMALL CRACKS AND OIL IS LEAKING FROM THE VEHICLE'S TAILPIPE. TS”
Oct 7, 1996 · Electrical System
“WIRING HARNESS SHORTED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO STALL.”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1985 DODGE DIPLOMAT. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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