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.
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Running costs

Compared with cars of a similar size and with similar power, the SRT-8's list price of around £40,000 seems reasonable. Depreciation will be fairly steep in the first couple of years, and it's in the highest insurance group - 20. It also needs more frequent servicing than other models in the range at every 7500 miles, and its big V8 engine typically delivers about 20mpg.

Summary Running Costs

Servicing period

7,500 miles or 12 months.

Warranty

Three years/60,000 miles.

Road tax (12 months)

£475.00 - £475.00

Vehicle excise duty (VED) varies according to the CO2 emissions and the fuel type of the vehicle. For cars registered after March 1st 2001 VED or road tax is based on the car's CO2 emissions. For cars registered before March 1st 2001 it is based on engine size.

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CO2 emission figure (g/km)

Fuel economy rating

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Emissions summary

With its powerful 6.1-litre V8 petrol engine, 300C SRT-8 returns just 20mpg - so it's no surprise that it performs so badly on the eco front. It emits 330g/km CO2, which is high compared to an average family car – but fairly typical of a powerful executive saloon.

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