1989 Chrysler Millenium Concept

The 1989 Chrysler Millennium was a forward-thinking concept car that previewed Chrysler’s design and technology direction for the 1990s, most notably introducing the brand’s hallmark “cab-forward” architecture. This layout, with a long wheelbase and wheels pushed to the corners, offered improved interior space and aerodynamics. Designed as a “living” research vehicle, the Millennium served to explore emerging safety technologies of the era, including both accident avoidance systems and enhanced crash survivability through active and passive safety devices.

Its dimensions were substantial for a concept focused on comfort and innovation: 4,950 mm in length, 1,910 mm in width, 1,350 mm in height, and a 3,100 mm wheelbase. The Millennium emphasized Chrysler’s commitment to integrating advanced technology into mainstream vehicles, previewing features that would eventually become more common in production cars of the 1990s and 2000s. Though it remained a concept, its influence was visible in the LH-platform sedans that debuted a few years later, showcasing the practical application of the cab-forward layout.