Click on image to view the full photo gallery
Chrysler 300 Touring 3.0 24V CRD (218 Hp)
Overall Rating
Chrysler 300:
The Chrysler 300 is a full-size car produced by Chrysler under Stellantis North America and its predecessors. The first generation was available as a four-door sedan and station wagon, in the second generation was available solely as a sedan.
The second generation 300 was marketed as the Chrysler 300C in the United Kingdom and Ireland and as the Lancia Thema in the remainder of Europe.
The Chrysler 300 continues a tradition of full-sized, front-engine, rear-wheel drive, V8-powered luxury sedans the company has offered, starting in the 1940s with the Chrysler Saratoga and Chrysler New Yorker, followed by the Chrysler Windsor, Chrysler Newport, and the Chrysler Cordoba, with the last rear wheel drive sedan, the Chrysler Fifth Avenue that ended production in 1989....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Touring Overview:
Chrysler 300 (Touring). With 510 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.9 l/100km). With a weight of 1875 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.9 s). The top speed reaches 227 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Chrysler 300C (on which the Touring is based) achieved a respectable 4-star Euro NCAP rating for adult occupant protection, indicating good overall crash safety for its time.
3.0 24V CRD (218 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Strong torque delivery ensures effortless cruising and robust acceleration, especially at lower RPMs, making it feel very capable.
Fuel Economy
Likely the most fuel-efficient option in the lineup, offering excellent range and lower running costs for a car of this size.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Distinctive and bold American styling
- • Spacious and comfortable interior with ample cargo space
- • Range of powerful V8 engine options (Hemi, SRT-8)
- • Smooth and comfortable ride quality
- • Good value on the used market
Cons:
- • Interior materials can feel dated and plasticky on lower trims
- • Fuel economy can be poor, especially with V8 engines
- • Handling is more geared towards comfort than sportiness
- • Large turning circle can make city maneuvering challenging
- • Some known reliability issues, particularly with early models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Touring: 2005 - 2010).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chrysler |
| Model: | 300 |
| Generation: | Touring |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 24V CRD (218 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2006 |
| End of production: | 2010 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 218 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 73 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 510 Nm @ 1600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | OM642 More details about the engine OM642 |
| Engine displacement: | 2987 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 9.5 l |
| Coolant: | 12.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 18:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 227 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.6 kg/Hp, 116.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.7 kg/Nm, 272 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1875 |
| Max. weight: | 2360 |
| Max load: | 485 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1602 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 630 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 72 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5015 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1880 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1475 mm mm [13mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3048 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1600 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1605 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Tires size | 225/60 R18 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
Better than its competitors? Tell us why the Chrysler 300 stands out.