Chrysler 300C SRT-8 (06-10) - Review

Review by Simon Harris on
Last Updated: 10 November 2008
Chrysler's 300C has brought the company huge success in an image-conscious sector thanks to its stand-out styling, generous equipment levels and keen pricing. But if the standard engines leave you wanting more then the SRT-8 could be the answer. Powered by a 6.1-litre V8 with 420bhp it can sprint from 0-62mph in just 5.0 seconds - that's almost as quick as a BMW M5, while uprated brakes and suspension help keep all the power under control. But while it's quick it lacks a little in sophistication and the handling, steering and body control aren't a match for German super saloons.
3.5 out of 5

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Thundering performance from V8 engine, comfortable, well equipped

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Chrysler's 300C has brought the company huge success in an image-conscious sector thanks to its stand-out styling, generous equipment levels and keen pricing. But if the standard engines leave you wanting more then the SRT-8 could be the answer. Powered by a 6.1-litre V8 with 420bhp it can sprint from 0-62mph in just 5.0 seconds - that's almost as quick as a BMW M5, while uprated brakes and suspension help keep all the power under control. But while it's quick it lacks a little in sophistication and the handling, steering and body control aren't a match for German super saloons.

Driving & Performance

  • Performance

    4 out of 5

    "Only one engine is available in the SRT-8 - a 6.1-litre V8 developing 425bhp and huge amounts of..."

  • Handling

    3.5 out of 5

    "The high-performance version of the 300C builds upon the decent handling offered by the other models..."

Comfort

  • Comfort

    4 out of 5

    "The top 300C comes with most of the comfort features expected in a car costing around £40,000."

  • Practicality

    3.5 out of 5

    "At more than five metres long, parking can be a challenge, so usefully rear parking sensors are..."

  • Equipment

    4.5 out of 5

    "The SRT-8 is the top of the range 300C model and comes even better equipped than the standard car."

  • 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 out of 5

    "Compared with cars of a similar size and with similar power, the SRT-8's list price of around..."

  • Green credentials

    0.5 out of 5

    "With its powerful 6.1-litre V8 petrol engine, 300C SRT-8 returns just 20mpg - so it's no surprise..."

Safety & Reliability

  • Safety

    3.5 out of 5

    "The SRT-8 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 big V8 with its lazy demeanour is unstressed most of the time and should last well. The 300C..."

Buying & Selling

  • Buying new

    2.5 out of 5

    "The SRT-8 is not a big seller and so Chrysler dealers should be open to negotiations. However it is..."

  • Buying used

    3.5 out of 5

    "Probably the best way to buy an SRT-8 is from a Chrysler dealer and it can be a real bargain..."

  • Selling

    3.5 out of 5

    "There are few SRT-8s around, so if you own one, it shouldn't take very long to sell. There is high..."

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