Chrysler plans to launch a redesigned version of 300 in 2010. National based price of Chrysler 300 is around $ 27,260 which excludes national destination charges. 2010 Chrysler 300 experiences a tough competition from other rear wheel sedans like Hyundai Genesis, Toyota Avalon and Ford Taurus.
Trim Levels and Options:
2010 Chrysler 300 is a full sized luxury sedan available in eight trim levels. Chrysler 300 is available in basic Touring, Touring plus, Walter P. Chrysler signature series, Limited, Chrysler 300C, Chrysler 300S and Chrysler 300 SRT 8.
Basic Chrysler 300 Touring trim is offered with week entry level V6 power train, 17 inch alloy wheel, powerful AC, fog lamp, cruise control, tilt and telescopic steering column, full power accessories, eight way power driver seat, rear split seat and audio system with four speakers and CD, MP3 player and AUX-IN pin for external connectivity.
Chrysler 300 Touring Plus is added with antilock brakes, traction control, bigger and better V6 power train and satellite radio. Walter Chrysler signature series is added with 18 inch chrome clad wheels, automatic headlamps, different suspension system, power adjustable pedals, power passenger seats, heated front seats, heated mirrors, additional chrome exterior trim, leather upholstery, touch screen operated audio system, leather wrapped steering wheel, stereo system with 30 GB of hard drive storage capacity and six CD chargers. Limiter trim level is added with rain sensing wipers, automatic high beams, remote engine start, Boston acoustic system; steering wheel mounted audio controls and walnut interior trim. When Chrysler 300 is equipped with all wheel drive Signature, Limited and touring trims will be offered with larger fuel tank, upgraded brakes and five speed automatic transmissions.
Chrysler 300C is offered with V8 engine, power folding heated exterior mirrors, auto dimming, and rear parking sensors, keyless entry and ignition, driver memory function, powerful amplifier for audio system, power adjustable steering column, tortoise shell interior trim and upgraded leather upholstery. Chrysler 300S is offered with 20 inch wheels, sport steering wheel, auto dimming mirrors, different interior and exterior trim, audio system with 13 speakers, Bluetooth and I-Pod interface.
Luxury variant of Chrysler 300C is added with Xenon head lamps, 368 watt of sound system with seven speakers and a subwoofer and adaptive cruise control. Chrysler limited, 300C and 300S is added with some optional features like rear seat entertainment system with satellite television. All the variants are offered with an multimedia package which includes I-pod interface, Bluetooth connectivity, voice oriented navigation system with real time traffic update. Walter P. Chrysler Executive trim is available with long wheel base style and added with 6 inch to standard wheel base to increase legroom.
Chrysler 300 STR8 is offered with similar accessories but armored with more powerful V8 engine, brembo performance brakes, special stability control calibration, 20 inch wheels, xenon headlamps, rear parking sensors, rear integrated spoilers, audio system with 13 speakers (optional), unique exterior trim and sunroof.
Power Train and Performance:
Base trim of Chrysler 300 is offered with rear wheel drive and 2.7 L capacity V6 engine and this engine will be mated with six speed automatic gear transmission.
Specifications:
* Base No of Cylinder: 6
* Base Engine Type: V 6
* Base Engine Size: 2.7 liters
* Horsepower: 178 HP
* Max Horsepower: 5500 RPM
* Torque: 190 ft-pounds
* Drive Type: RWD
* Max Torque: 4000 RPM
* Max Towing Capacity: 1000 Pounds
* Turning Circle: 38.9 feet
Mileage:
* City: 18 MPG
* Highway: 26 MPG
* Combined: 21 MPG
Chrysler 300 Touring Plus, Limited and Signature trims are awarded with standard rear wheel drive and 3.5 L capacity V6 engine. This power train is mated with five speed automatic gear transmission and manual shift control with all wheel drive.
Specification:
* Base Number of Cylinders: 6
* Base Engine Size: 3.5 liters
* Base Engine Type: V6
* Horsepower: 250 HP
* Torque: 250 ft-pounds
Mileage:
* City: 17 MPG
* Highways: 23 MPG
* Combined: 19 MPG
Chrysler 300C is armored with 5.7 L capacity V8 engine which will be mated with standard five speed automatic transmission. This power train is capable of producing 359 HP of max power and 389 lb-ft of max torque.
Mileage:
* City: 16 MPG
* Highways: 24 MPG
* Combined: 19 MPG
Chrysler 300 STR8 is offered with 6.1 L capacity V 8 engine which is capable of producing 425 HP of power and 420 lb-ft of torque. This engine will be incorporated with five speed automatic transmission.
Mileage:
* City: 13 MPG
* Highways: 19 MPG
* Combined: 15MPG
Design and Features:
Chrysler 300's interior is very simple but designed with elegance. This 2010 model receives redesigned dashboard with central console. Control is very simple and dashboard is packed with high tech features. Interior cabin space is enormous. Chrysler 300 signature trim is offered with low profile window which results in compromised visibility.
Dimensions:
* Front Head Room: 38.7 inches
* Front Hip Room: 55.9 inches
* Front Shoulder Room: 59.4 inches
* Rear Head Room: 38 inches
* Rear Shoulder Room: 57.7 inches
* Rear Hip Room: 55.9 inches
* Front Leg Room: 41.8 inches
* Rear Leg Room: 40.2 inches
* Luggage Capacity: 15.6 cu. ft.
* Maximum Seating: 5
* Length: 196.8 inches
* Width: 74.1 inches
* Height: 58.4 inches
* Wheel Base: 120 inches
* Ground Clearance: 5.6 inches
* Curb Weight: 3725 pounds
Safety Features:
2010 Chrysler is offered with standard antilock brakes, optional full length side curtain air bags. But this sedan lacks front seat side air bags. In government crash test this sedan has earned five stars for passengers' protection during frontal impacts. Insurance Institute For Highway Safety (IIHS) has awarded GOOD rating.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA):
* Passenger: 5 stars
* Driver: 5 stars
* Side Impact Front: 4 stars
* Side Impact Rear: 5 stars
* Rollover Rating: 4 stars
2010 Chrysler 300
Pros:
Roomy interior
Impressive luxury features
Smooth and strong V8 engines
Cons:
Outdated four speed automatic transmission
Poor side impact crash test
Lackluster V6 engine
