The 300C pulls strongly from a standstill, shoving off eagerly with just a prod of the throttle.  There’s a satisfying surge of power all the way to highway speed.  Shifts are smooth and unobtrusive. 

You have an excellent idea of where the front corners are, as the hood is clearly visible all the way to its edges, unlike in most sedans where it drops out of sight.  The confident handling is aided by 18-inch wheels wrapped with Pirelli P7 tires.  Electronic Stability Program helps keeps the car pointed where the driver intends, just like its brethren with the 3-pointed star. 

Rear passengers accustomed to the large greenhouses of Japanese sedans might find the small glass area claustrophobic, but the chunky roofline guarantees adequate headroom.  Seat width is generous for two passengers, and adequate for three. 

The Chrysler 300C is big, brash statement that makes other sedans look mundane.  The real beauty is that it packs the right hardware to carry off its bold approach.  Throw in the reasonable price and service support from the new Chrysler distributor, and the latest arrival looks very attractive indeed.

This is where the style is a bit left out.  At least the build quality and fit/finish levels in the 300C are the best seen in an American car yet.

Large seating for the back occupants, and they get their own A/C vents too!

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