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2001-2006 Chrysler Sebring MPG & Fuel Cost
6 model years · 20–24 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 7 of 10 small car configurations, MY2006. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2001-2006 Chrysler Sebring at a glance
The 2001-2006 Chrysler Sebring covers 6 model years in the EPA database (64 configurations in all), rated 20–24 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2006, costs about $2,970 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Convertible 2.4L 4-cyl FWD (22 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006. The best combined rating in the generation, 24 MPG, was reached in 2003, 2004 and 2005.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2001-2006 Chrysler Sebring by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Gas | 21–22 MPG | $2,970–$3,110 | Ratings changed |
| 2005 | Gas | 21–24 MPG | $2,720–$3,830 | Ratings changed |
| 2004 | Gas | 20–24 MPG | $2,720–$3,830 | Ratings changed |
| 2003 | Gas | 20–24 MPG | $2,720–$3,270 | Ratings changed |
| 2002 | Gas | 20–22 MPG | $2,970–$3,270 | Ratings changed |
| 2001 | Gas | 20–23 MPG | $2,840–$3,270 | First year |
What the 2006 Convertible 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$248
$2,970 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.95
Per 100 miles
$19.80
Five years
$14,850
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small car median
$680less a year
Class median $3,650 a year, MY2006
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2006 Chrysler Sebring MPG
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2005: The most efficient configuration moves from 24 to 22 MPG, down 2. Its annual cost goes from $2,720 to $2,970, $250 more.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Convertible 2.4L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 27 | 22 | $2,970 |
| 4 Door 2.4L 4-cyl | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 27 | 22 | $2,970 |
| 4 Door 2.7L 6-cyl | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Convertible 2.7L 6-cyl | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2005 Chrysler Sebring MPG
21–24 MPG · $2,720–$3,830/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2004: The most efficient configuration stays at 24 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,720.
Gas configurations (9)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sebring 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Convertible 2.4L 4-cyl | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 27 | 22 | $2,970 |
| 4 Door 2.4L 4-cyl | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 27 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Sebring 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Convertible 2.7L 6-cyl | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
| 4 Door 2.7L 6-cyl | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
Show 0 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sebring 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Sebring 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Sebring 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,830 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2004 Chrysler Sebring MPG
20–24 MPG · $2,720–$3,830/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2003: The most efficient configuration stays at 24 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,720.
Gas configurations (12)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sebring 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Convertible 2.4L 4-cyl | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 27 | 22 | $2,970 |
| 4 Door 2.4L 4-cyl | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 27 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Sebring 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Convertible 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Convertible 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
Show 2 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Door 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
| 4 Door 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Sebring 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Sebring 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Sebring 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Convertible 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2003 Chrysler Sebring MPG
20–24 MPG · $2,720–$3,270/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2002: The most efficient configuration moves from 22 to 24 MPG, up 2. Its annual cost goes from $2,970 to $2,720, $250 less.
Gas configurations (15)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sebring 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Sebring 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Convertible 2.4L 4-cyl | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 27 | 22 | $2,970 |
| 4 Door 2.4L 4-cyl | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 27 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Sebring 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Sebring 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,110 |
Show 5 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Convertible 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Convertible 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,110 |
| 4 Door 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
| 4 Door 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Convertible 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
| 4 Door 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Sebring 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Sebring 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Convertible 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2002 Chrysler Sebring MPG
20–22 MPG · $2,970–$3,270/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2001: The most efficient configuration moves from 23 to 22 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,840 to $2,970, $130 more.
Gas configurations (14)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sebring 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Convertible 2.4L 4-cyl | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $2,970 |
| 4 Door 2.4L 4-cyl | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Sebring 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Sebring 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,110 |
| 4 Door 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,110 |
Show 4 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Door 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Sebring 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Sebring 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Convertible 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Convertible 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Convertible 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Sebring 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Sebring 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
2001 Chrysler Sebring MPG
20–23 MPG · $2,840–$3,270/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (10)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sebring 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Sebring 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Sebring 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Convertible 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,110 |
| 4 Door 2.4L 4-cyl | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 18 | 28 | 21 | $3,110 |
| 4 Door 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,110 |
Show 0 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sebring 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Sebring 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Convertible 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| 4 Door 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Convertible 2.4L 4-cyl FWD: $4,040 in California and $2,590 in Texas, a $1,450 difference.
- California $4,040
- Washington $3,740
- New York $2,970
- Florida $2,810
- Texas $2,590
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2006 small car models.
Generations
- 2000 (FJ)
- 2001-2006 (JR)
- 2007-2010 (JS)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2001-2006 Chrysler Sebring get?
EPA rates the 2001-2006 Chrysler Sebring at 20–24 MPG combined across 64 configurations and 6 model years. The most efficient version, the 2005 Sebring 2.4L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 24 MPG (21 city, 29 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2001-2006 Chrysler Sebring?
The Sebring 2.4L 4-cyl FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 24 MPG, in 2003, 2004 and 2005. The lowest top rating, 22 MPG, was in 2002 and 2006.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2001-2006 Chrysler Sebring?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006.
How does the 2001-2006 Chrysler Sebring compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2000 Chrysler Sebring) is rated 19–20 MPG combined and costs $3,270–$3,440 a year to fuel; the 2001-2006 model is rated 20–24 MPG and costs $2,720–$3,830 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2006 Chrysler Sebring per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Convertible 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,970 a year. Across all 4 configurations the cost runs $2,970–$3,110 a year. That is a $140 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2006 Chrysler Sebring 100 miles?
About $19.80 per 100 miles for the Convertible 2.4L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $19.80 and $20.73 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2006 Chrysler Sebring more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Convertible 2.4L 4-cyl FWD is rated 20 city and 27 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 7 MPG.
How does the 2006 Chrysler Sebring compare with other small car configurations?
The Convertible 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,970 a year to fuel, $680 less than the class median of $3,650, and less than 7 of 10 small car configurations. The comparison covers all 286 rated small car configurations for MY2006, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2006 Chrysler Sebring different from the 2005 model?
The most efficient configuration moves from 24 to 22 MPG, down 2. Its annual cost goes from $2,720 to $2,970, $250 more. EPA lists 4 configurations for 2006 against 9 configurations for 2005. See the 2005 Chrysler Sebring for that year.