Did the Dodge Stealth have four-wheel steering?
No. The Dodge Stealth did not have four-wheel steering in any factory configuration.
The Dodge Stealth was a 1990s Dodge model developed in collaboration with Mitsubishi, built on the same platform as the Mitsubishi 3000GT. It offered conventional steering and multiple drivetrain configurations, including all-wheel drive on its higher-performance variants, but four-wheel steering was not part of its official option list.
What the Stealth offered (drivetrain and steering)
The following overview explains the Stealth's drive configurations and clarifies the absence of a four-wheel-steering option.
- No factory four-wheel steering option was offered on any Stealth model.
- Higher-performance variants could feature all-wheel drive, independent of any four-wheel-steering system.
- The Stealth shared its lineage with Mitsubishi's 3000GT, but did not include a Dodge-provided four-wheel steering option.
In summary, the Stealth relied on conventional steering systems, with drivetrain distribution (RWD or AWD) rather than four-wheel steering.
What four-wheel steering is and why it mattered
Four-wheel steering is a system that can angle the rear wheels to improve handling, reduce turning radius, or enhance high-speed stability. It is separate from all-wheel drive and was offered only on a limited number of performance models from various manufacturers in the late 20th century. The Dodge Stealth did not include this feature in its lineup.
Summary
The Dodge Stealth did not come with four-wheel steering in any market or trim. The car offered conventional steering with either rear-wheel or all-wheel drive depending on the variant, and it shared its lineage with Mitsubishi's 3000GT. For enthusiasts seeking four-wheel steering from that era, other manufacturers’ models would have been the better target.
Did the Dodge Stealth have all wheel steering?
In top form, the twin-turbo 3.0-liter V-6 was good for 300 horsepower, on par with the era's best. The Mitsubishi 3000GT VR-4 and Dodge Stealth R/T Turbo also came with four-wheel steering, adjustable suspension, and active exhaust that let you change the exhaust note with the touch of a button.
Was there an AWD Dodge Stealth?
Back in this time, most sports cars were rear-wheel-drive. But Mitsubishi equipped the 3000GT VR-4 and its Dodge Stealth R/T Turbo equivalent with full-time all-wheel-drive.
What year did 4 wheel steering come out?
1987
Four-wheel steering (4WS) is a system that steers the vehicle using not only the front wheels, but the rear wheels, as well. In 1987, Honda introduced the world's first steering angle sensing 4WS system in the Prelude.
Is the Dodge Stealth just a 3000GT?
Yes, the Dodge Stealth and the Mitsubishi 3000GT are essentially the same car, developed through a partnership between Chrysler and Mitsubishi and sold under different brands in North America. The Dodge Stealth is a rebadged version of the Mitsubishi 3000GT, with the Stealth featuring different front-end styling and some interior trim variations, but sharing the same underlying platform and mechanicals.
- Platform: The cars were co-developed and built on the same platform by Mitsubishi.
- Branding: The Mitsubishi 3000GT was the original model, while the Dodge Stealth was a rebadged version sold through Dodge dealerships.
- Styling: The main difference is the exterior styling, with Chrysler designing the front of the Stealth to be distinct from the 3000GT. Other differences include some interior trim and badging (e.g., the Dodge Ram logo on the Stealth's airbag).
- Features: Some trim-specific features differed, such as the digital climate control and active aero system on some 3000GT models not being available on the comparable Stealth models.
- Production: The Stealth was sold from 1991 to 1996, while the 3000GT was sold from 1991 to 1999 in North America.
