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What size engine is in the Dodge Polara?

The Dodge Polara did not have a single engine size. Across its production, which spanned several generations, it offered a range of engines—from smaller V8s to big, high-output powerplants—depending on year and trim. For a precise answer, you’ll need the exact year and model variant.


Overview of engine options


The Polara’s powerplants varied by generation and package. The following summarizes the broad categories you could encounter.



  • Inline-six and smaller V8 options in early Polara models and lower-trim configurations.

  • Mid-range V8s with larger displacements used in more commonly equipped Polara 500 trims.

  • High-performance big-block options in select years and packages, available on top-tier Polara variants.


Because the Polara name covered multiple generations and configurations, the exact engine size must be verified by year and trim. If you share the production year and the specific Polara variant (for example, Polara, Polara 500, or other), I can pinpoint the precise displacement for that car.


How to verify the engine size on a Polara


You can determine the engine displacement by checking several identifiers. The engine code stamped on the engine block, the fender tag or build sheet, and the VIN/frame data can all point to the original displacement. Cross-reference these codes with Dodge’s original option sheets for the given year and model to confirm the exact size.


What to do next


If you provide the Polara’s year, trim level, and any visible engine codes or VIN details, I can identify the exact displacement for that specific car and explain which engines were offered in that period.


Summary


The Dodge Polara’s engine sizes varied widely over its production run, ranging from smaller V8 options to larger, high-output powerplants. The most reliable way to know the exact size is to verify the year and trim and check the engine code or build data for that car. Share the year and variant, and I’ll give you the precise displacement.


Summary: There is no single engine size for the Polara; it depends on year and package. For a precise answer, provide the year and trim, and I’ll identify the exact displacement.

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