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CHRYSLER 300C (2004-CURRENT)
We Say...
Proof that America can still make great cars, the 300C needs little introduction.  Massive appeal thanks to honking good looks, gangster car proportions and stellar performance from V6 or V8 engines.  Space and utility are close to an SUV and Mercedes sourced rear-wheel drive is plenty of fun.  If you're an introvert though, you certainly won't like the attention this car generates.
Massive presence, pace and value.
Interior lacks convincing quality.

Last Updated: May.11.2007
Ownership SRT-8 5.7 HEMI 3.5 V6 2.7 V6
Price P 3,950,000 P 3,250,000 P 2,650,000 P 2,350,000
Vehicle Classification Luxury Car
Warranty 3 years / 100,000 kilometers
Under the Hood
Engine 6.1 SOHC 24V V8 5.7 SOHC 24V V8 3.5 SOHC 24V V6 2.7 SOHC 24V V6
Maximum Output (bhp @ rpm) 420 @ 4800 340 @ 5000 250 @ 6400 190 @ 6400
Maximum Torque (Nm @ rpm) 570 @ 6000 525 @ 4000 340 @ 3800 254 @ 6400
Fuel Type / Recom. Octane Gasoline / 93~ Gasoline / 93~ Gasoline / 93~ Gasoline / 93~
Fuel System / Aspiration EFI / NA MDS, EFI / NA EFI / NA EFI / NA
Fuel Mileage (km/L) -- 8.13 (mfg.) 6.15 (test) --
Transmission 5-speed AT 5-speed AT 5-speed AT 5-speed AT
Dimensions and Weights
Length (mm) 4999 4999 4999 4999
Width (mm) 1881 1881 1881 1881
Height (mm) 1483 1483 1483 1483
Wheelbase (mm) 3048 3048 3048 3048
Curb Weight (kg) 1888 1863 1710 1603
Body Type 4-door sedan 4-door sedan 4-door sedan 4-door sedan
Engine / Drive F/R F/R F/R F/R
Seating 5 5 5 5
Suspension and Tires
Front Suspension Independent,
Double Wishbone		 Independent,
Double Wishbone		 Independent,
Double Wishbone		 Independent,
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension Independent,
Multi-Link		 Independent,
Multi-Link		 Independent,
Multi-Link		 Independent,
Multi-Link
Front Brakes Cross-Drilled, Vented Disc Vented Disc Vented Disc Vented Disc
Rear Brakes Cross-Drilled, Vented Disc Vented Disc Vented Disc Vented Disc
Tires 245/45 R 20 (f),
255/45 R 20 (r)		 225/60 R 18 (f & r) 225/60 R 18 (f & r) 225/60 R 18 (f & r)
Wheels Alloy 20 x 9.0 (f & r) Alloy 18 x 7.5 (f & r) Alloy 18 x 7.5 (f & r) Alloy 18 x 7.5 (f & r)
Safety Features
Airbags 6 6 6 2
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Yes, EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution), Brake Assist Yes, EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution) Yes, EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution) Yes, EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution)
Traction / Stability Control Yes, ESP (Electronic Stability Program) Yes, ESP (Electronic Stability Program) Yes, ESP (Electronic Stability Program) Yes, ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
Other Safety Features 5.7 HEMI
Plus: none		 3.5 V6
Plus: none		 2.7 V6
Plus: tire pressure sensors		 Rear parking sensors
Exterior Features
Fog Lamps Front Front Front Front
Other Exterior Features 3.5 V6
Plus: revised front and rear bumper; side skirts; rear spoiler		 3.5 V6
Plus: dual exhaust tips		 2.7 V6
Plus: speed sensing door locks; moon roof		 HID headlamps; headlamp washers; rain-sensing wipers; chrome side mirrors and door handles
Interior Features
Steering Wheel Adjustment Tilt/telescopic, electric Tilt/telescopic, electric Tilt/telescopic, electric Tilt/telescopic, electric
Steering Wheel Material Leather/suede Wood/leather Wood/leather Tortoise shell/leather
Seating Adjustment Electric (f) Electric (f) Electric (f) Electric (f)
Seating Surface Leather/suede Leather Leather Leather
Other Interior Features 5.7 HEMI
Plus: aluminum accents; solarized glass		 3.5 V6
Plus: none		 2.7 V6
Plus: wood/aluminum accents; satin silver door handles; automatic dimming rear view mirror		 Tortoise shell/aluminum accents; 60/40 split-fold rear seat; analogue clock; aluminum scuff plate
Convenience Features
Power Amenities Steering, door locks, windows, mirrors (with fold)and pedals Steering, door locks, windows, mirrors and pedals Steering, door locks, windows, mirrors and pedals Steering, door locks, windows and mirrors; pedals
Climate Control Auto, dual Auto, dual Auto, dual Auto
Audio System Stereo/6-disc/MP3 with 9 speakers, Boston Acoustics® and Kicker® amplifier and subwoofer system Stereo/6-disc/MP3 with 8 speakers, Boston Acoustics® system Stereo/6-disc/MP3 with 8 speakers, Boston Acoustics® system Stereo/6-disc/MP3 with 8 speakers, Boston Acoustics® system
Other Convenience Features 5.7 HEMI
Plus: Bluetooth® hands-free phone kit		 3.5 V6
Plus: none		 2.7 V6
Plus: on-board computer (mileage, range, temperature, settings, compass)		 Keyless entry with alarm, central locking and immobilizer
Our Take
Rating ***** ***** **** ****
More Information Drive, Chrysler 300C 3.5 V6 First Drive

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