Chrysler Java

The Chrysler Java was a concept car created by Chrysler. The Java was first introduced at the 1999 Frankfurt Motor Show. Its design was based upon the Chrysler minivans.

Design and features

The Java's design was more likely architectural than automotive and appears to look like a European compact car intended for European market. It had an egg-like shape with a tall roofline and short overhangs to create a more spacious interior. The interior features a "theatre-style" seating arrangements for rear passengers as it was designed for comfort and practicality. The Java was originally painted in black, but later repainted into a light green-silver metallic.

Specifications and performance

The Java was powered by a 1.4 L 4-cylinder engine producing and of torque mated with a five-speed manual transmission. The Java could accelerate from 0 to in approximately 12.9 seconds and had a top speed of.