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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Safety

The SRT-8 hasn't been crash tested by Euro NCAP, but it feels solidly built and comes with plenty of safety kit. All models get electronic stability programme (ESP), traction control, ABS and front and rear side airbags. Security-wise, there's an alarm and remote central locking. Facelifted cars come with seat-mounted airbags that were added to the front (and side-curtain airbags to the rear) for increased driver and passenger safety. The SRT-8 also comes with tyre pressure sensors and Isofix child seat mounting points while there are uprated brakes to cope with the extra power.

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Reliability

The big V8 with its lazy demeanour is unstressed most of the time and should last well. The 300C lacks some of the complex electronic systems found on other large high-performance saloons, which could mean there is less that could go wrong. Frequent services should also find any problems in their early stages.

Car check problem points

Body

No problems reported.

Engine/Gearbox

No problems reported.

Other

No problems reported.