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De Soto Luxe

De Soto Luxe — 2-door sedan4-door sedan2-door coupe2-door convertible4-door station wagon, Post War: 217.8 CID Plymouth I6. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.

EnginePost War: 217.8 CID Plymouth I6

About the De Soto Luxe

De Soto Luxe is a 2-door sedan4-door sedan2-door coupe2-door convertible4-door station wagon in the full-size class. The available vehicle data lists Post War: 217.8 CID Plymouth I6 as an engine configuration and a FR layout layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.

This De Soto Luxe guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for Post War: 217.8 CID Plymouth I6. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.

De Soto Luxe specifications at a glance

Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.

Make	De Soto
Model	Luxe
Model years	Not specified
Body style	2-door sedan4-door sedan2-door coupe2-door convertible4-door station wagon
Vehicle class	Full-size
Manufacturer	Plymouth (Chrysler)
Production	1933–19421946–1950
Market / country	NL, NZ

Engine, transmission and performance

Engine information for the De Soto Luxe includes Post War: 217.8 CID Plymouth I6.. The listed drivetrain/layout is FR layout.

Engine	Post War: 217.8 CID Plymouth I6
Drivetrain / layout	FR layout

Dimensions, weight and practicality

Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.

Wheelbase	1937-39 114 in (2,896 mm)1940-48: 117 in (2,972 mm)1949-50 SWB: 111 in (2,819 mm)1949-50 LWB: 118.5 in (3,010 mm)
Length	1946-48 station wagon: 195.625 in (4,969 mm)1946-48 other styles: 196.75 in (4,997 mm)1949 SWB: 185.5 in (4,712 mm)1949 LWB: 191.5 in (4,864 mm)1950 SWB: 186.5 in (4,737 mm)1950 LWB: 192.5 in (4,890 mm)
Width	72.71 in (1,847 mm)

De Soto Luxe other specifications

Image	1948 Plymouth Special De Luxe Club Coupe 3.5.jpg
Caption	1948 Plymouth Special De Luxe Club Coupe
Name	Plymouth De Luxe / Special De Luxe
Aka	Dodge Kingsway (Canada)

De Soto Luxe generations and model years

Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.

Generation / scope	Years	Engine	Transmission	Drivetrain
Plymouth De Luxe / Special De Luxe	1933–19421946–1950	Post War: 217.8 CID Plymouth I6	Not specified	FR layout

TIRE PRESSURE

Recommended tire pressure for De Soto Luxe

Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.

Normal load32 PSI front30 PSI rear

Fully loaded34 PSI front33 PSI rear

Load condition	Front	Rear	Status
Normal	32 PSI	30 PSI	Estimate
Fully loaded	34 PSI	33 PSI	Estimate

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Frequently asked questions about De Soto Luxe

These FAQs are generated automatically for this specific vehicle from the specifications, features and ownership data available in CarCareTool. Questions are selected by relevance so the page focuses on details that can actually be answered for this model.

What engine does the De Soto Luxe have?

The available source data lists the De Soto Luxe engine as Post War: 217.8 CID Plymouth I6. Engine availability can differ by model year and market.

What tire pressure should I use for the De Soto Luxe?

For the correct setting, use the cold inflation pressure on the vehicle placard or in the owner’s manual. When CarCareTool does not have a verified configuration-specific value, its starting estimate is 32 PSI front and 30 PSI rear for normal load. This is an estimate, not an OEM recommendation.

What is the best engine oil for the De Soto Luxe?

There is no single best engine oil for every De Soto Luxe configuration. Use the viscosity grade and manufacturer approval specified for the exact engine in the owner’s manual.

What body style is the De Soto Luxe?

The De Soto Luxe is classified as a 2-door sedan4-door sedan2-door coupe2-door convertible4-door station wagon.

What are the dimensions of the De Soto Luxe?

The available source data lists length 1946-48 station wagon: 195.625 in (4,969 mm)1946-48 other styles: 196.75 in (4,997 mm)1949 SWB: 185.5 in (4,712 mm)1949 LWB: 191.5 in (4,864 mm)1950 SWB: 186.5 in (4,737 mm)1950 LWB: 192.5 in (4,890 mm), width 72.71 in (1,847 mm), and wheelbase 1937-39 114 in (2,896 mm)1940-48: 117 in (2,972 mm)1949-50 SWB: 111 in (2,819 mm)1949-50 LWB: 118.5 in (3,010 mm).

Is the De Soto Luxe FWD, RWD or AWD?

The listed drivetrain/layout for the De Soto Luxe is FR layout.

Who makes the De Soto Luxe?

The manufacturer listed for the De Soto Luxe is Plymouth (Chrysler).

When was the De Soto Luxe produced?

The available source data describes production as 1933–19421946–1950.

Where was the De Soto Luxe built?

The available source record lists assembly information as Lynch Road Assembly, Highland Park, MISan Leandro Assembly, San Leandro, California.

What class of car is the De Soto Luxe?

The De Soto Luxe is listed in the Full-size class.

Which markets or countries sold the De Soto Luxe?

The CarCareTool catalog currently associates the De Soto Luxe with NL, NZ. Market availability and specifications can differ.

What came after the De Soto Luxe?

The available vehicle data lists Plymouth Concord (Deluxe SWB)Plymouth Cambridge (Deluxe LWB)Plymouth Cranbrook (Special Deluxe) as a successor where applicable.

What replaced the De Soto Luxe?

The available vehicle data lists Plymouth Concord (Deluxe SWB)Plymouth Cambridge (Deluxe LWB)Plymouth Cranbrook (Special Deluxe) as the successor where applicable.

What cars are related to the De Soto Luxe?

The available source data identifies related models as DeSoto DeluxeDodge Deluxe. Relationships can vary by market and generation.

How often should I check the tire pressure on the De Soto Luxe?

Check the tires regularly and before long trips, with the tires cold. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual as the source of the manufacturer’s recommended pressure.

Should I use the tire sidewall pressure for the De Soto Luxe?

No. The maximum pressure printed on the tire sidewall is not automatically the vehicle’s recommended setting. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the correct cold inflation pressure.

Does the recommended tire pressure change when the De Soto Luxe is fully loaded?

It can. Many vehicles specify a different cold pressure for heavier loads. Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the exact loading condition.

Can the De Soto Luxe have different tire pressures front and rear?

Yes. Some vehicles specify different front and rear pressures because axle loads and vehicle configurations differ. Follow the exact vehicle recommendation where available.

Why can mileage differ from the published figure for the De Soto Luxe?

Published fuel economy is measured under a defined test method. Real-world mileage can vary with traffic, speed, temperature, tire pressure, payload, maintenance and driving style.

Data sources and verification are available in the page editor; exact specifications can vary by year, market, trim and engine.

De Soto Luxe images

Vehicle images are shown from the stored source image records when available.