Chrysler 300C Saloon (05-10) - Review

Review by David Ross on 08 November 2005

Last Updated: 10 November 2008

With its attention-grabbing looks, high waistline, bold egg box-shaped front grille and chrome trim, there's no mistaking the Chrysler 300C. If you're after something different from the usual German saloons the big Chrysler is an ideal choice and comes with plenty of road presence as standard. Exceptionally well-equipped, spacious and comfortable, the 300C undercuts its rivals by several thousand pounds. There's also the option of a great 3.0-litre V6 diesel that's fairly economical, although the 3.5-litre V6 and 5.7-litre V8 petrols are very thirsty. In early 2008 the model was facelifted with very minor changes to the outside plus a more upmarket feel to the cabin.

4 out of 5

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Summary

New price range:

£26,893 - £34,248

Used price range:

£4,849 - £18,981

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Unmistakable styling, outstanding diesel engine, plenty of road presence, spacious cabin

Looks may be too brash for some, thirsty petrols, steering lacks feel

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Driving & Performance

Performance

3.5 out of 5
"When the 300C was launched in November 2005 just two petrol engines were available - a 250bhp 3.5 V6..."
Handling

3.5 out of 5
"American cars have tended to handle badly on UK roads in the past, with soft suspension, vague..."

Comfort

Comfort

4 out of 5
"Although three can sit in the back, the middle seat is really just for show - it's too narrow with..."
Practicality

3.5 out of 5
"The boot is huge (see gallery), wide, deep and more than capable of swallowing a family's luggage."
Equipment

5 out of 5
"The 3.0 V6 CRD and 3.5 V6 have cruise control, heated leather seats, leather steering wheel,..."
Behind the wheel

3.5 out of 5
"This cabin is the best that Chrysler has ever produced - it's simple, clear and comfortable to be..."

Costs

Running costs

2.5 out of 5
"Fuel economy is a concern on the petrol engines. Although the 5.7-litre HEMI uses a system that..."
Green credentials

2 out of 5
"The 300C performs badly on the eco front and even the most efficient engine - the CRD - emits..."

Safety & Reliability

Safety

3.5 out of 5
"The 300C hasn't been crash tested by Euro NCAP, but it feels solidly built and comes with plenty of..."
Reliability

3.5 out of 5
"The good news is that the 300C is built in Austria, where quality standards are stricter than in..."

Buying & Selling

Buying new

2.5 out of 5
"Chrysler dealers are under strict instructions not to offer heavy discounts as the firm wants to..."
Buying used

3.5 out of 5
"The cheapest cars are early petrol V6s models, although you may find a few high mileage 5.7-litre..."
Selling

2.5 out of 5
"Diesel buyers will have an easier time selling on their car than buyers of the petrol models,..."