The Chrysler 300 full-size car is one of the few remaining American rear-wheel-drive sedans. All-wheel drive is available. With seating for five, the Chrysler 300 offers V-6 or V-8 power, and it’s also available in high-performance SRT guise. Competitors include the Chevrolet Impala, Toyota Avalon and Ford Taurus.
(Skip to details on the: 300 SRT) New for 2014 There are no significant changes. Exterior Highlights
Distinctive grille with horizontal blades; mesh grille available through Chrysler’s Mopar aftermarket division
LED daytime running lights
Dual chrome exhaust tips
Standard 17-inch wheels; 18-, 19- and 20-inch wheels available
Available high-intensity-discharge headlights
Available dual-pane panoramic sunroof
Interior Highlights
Heated front seats
Dual-zone automatic climate control
8.4-inch touch-screen
USB/iPod-compatible stereo
Available navigation system
Available heated steering wheel
Available power-adjustable pedals
Available heated and cooled cupholders
Under the Hood
292-horsepower, 3.6-liter V-6 engine; 300S makes 300 hp
Available 363-hp, 5.7-liter V-8 with cylinder-deactivation technology
Both engines can use regular gas
Eight-speed automatic transmission (V-6)
Five-speed automatic (V-8)
Rear- or all-wheel drive
Safety Features
Side-impact airbags for the front seats
Side curtain airbags for both rows
Driver’s knee airbag
Antilock brakes
Electronic stability system
Active front head restraints
Available blind spot warning system
Available rear cross-path detection
Available forward collision warning
Available front and rear parking sensors
Available backup camera
Available SmartBeam headlights
300 SRT The Chrysler 300 SRT combines luxury and high performance in a single car. It’s powered by a 6.4-liter V-8 that puts out 470 hp and 470 pounds-feet of torque. According to Chrysler, the big sedan can go from zero to 60 mph in the high 4-second range and has a top speed of 175 mph.
Distinctive grille
Rides a half-inch lower than the regular 300
Dual 4-inch exhaust tips
20-inch aluminum wheels
Brembo-brand brakes bring the 300 SRT to a halt from 60 mph in 120 feet
V-8 works with a five-speed automatic transmission that has shift paddles on the available leather-wrapped heated steering wheel
Launch control feature that’s designed to achieve maximum acceleration from zero to 62 mph
Available two-mode selectable suspension damping
Available genuine carbon fiber cabin trim
Available heated and ventilated front seats
Available Harman Kardon premium stereo
Buyers are entitled to one day of professional driving instruction as part of the SRT Track Experience
