2000 Chrysler Concorde Speaker Sizes
The 2000 Chrysler Concorde factory audio system contains specific speaker locations paired with designated acoustic dimensions. The dashboard accommodates 3.5 inch speakers, the front door panel accepts a 6.5 inch speaker size, and the rear deck lid supports 6x9 inch units. Compatible speaker types for a replacement upgrade include full-range and midbass configurations.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dashboard | 3.5 | Full-Range |
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| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Deck Lid | 6x9 | Full-Range |
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2000 Chrysler Concorde Speaker Replacement Summary
3
total positions
2
easy to replace
1
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 2 Medium: 1 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 2 Low: 02000 Chrysler Concorde Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN | 7"×2" | 180×50 | Standard size for basic car radios with small display or no display |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The 2000 Chrysler Concorde includes three distinct speaker locations, each accommodating different sizes and potentially serving different frequency ranges within the audio system.
- Dashboard speakers at 3.5 inches may be among the first candidates for replacement when addressing aging factory audio components, as smaller drivers in this location tend to exhibit earlier degradation of paper cone surrounds and voice coils.
- Front door panel positions accept either midbass or full-range 6.5-inch speakers, suggesting flexibility in system configuration depending on whether the installer prioritizes dedicated frequency separation or simpler single-driver solutions per location.
- The midbass compatibility notation for front door speakers indicates these locations could support a component speaker setup where tweeters handle higher frequencies separately, though full-range operation remains an option for less complex installations.
- Rear deck lid placement accommodates 6x9-inch full-range speakers, a size that typically offers broader frequency response than smaller drivers due to increased cone area and the ability to incorporate larger voice coils.
- The oval 6x9-inch format in the rear deck position often provides enhanced bass output compared to round 6.5-inch alternatives, though installation depth and magnet clearance beneath the deck surface would require verification before aftermarket selection.
- Sound improvement potential varies by location, with front door speakers generally contributing more to the perceived soundstage and imaging than rear deck speakers, which often serve more as ambient fill in four-speaker factory configurations.
- Full-range compatibility across all positions suggests the factory system likely operates without external crossovers for frequency division, routing the entire audio spectrum to each speaker location through simple wiring from the head unit.
- The single DIN radio opening may limit head unit upgrade options compared to double DIN openings, though power output and signal processing capabilities of replacement units could still significantly influence overall audio quality regardless of mounting size.
- Aftermarket speaker selection might prioritize sensitivity ratings, as factory amplification in vehicles of this era typically provides modest power output, making efficient speakers particularly beneficial for maintaining adequate volume levels.