Chrysler Sebring Saloon (07-09) - Review

Review by Simon Harris on
Last Updated: 12 November 2008
Chrysler scored a big hit with the 300C executive saloon and the Sebring is an attempt to recreate that success in the family saloon market. Unfortunately it falls short in nearly every department. Chrysler thinks the Sebring is a rival for the upmarket likes of the Honda Accord, but it's not even up to the quality of much lower priced saloons like the Kia Magentis. It shares its proportions and engines with the cheaper Dodge Avenger and the Sebring is fairly roomy, well equipped and uses a VW diesel. But there's little to recommend it. The quality of the finish and interior materials is poor so it immediately feels cheap, while the driving experience is instantly forgettable. It lacks refinement and noise insulation plus as a new buy it's over-priced.
3.5 out of 5

Safety

The Sebring is fitted with ESP, an electronic stability programme which is linked with traction control and brake assist. Also standard across the range are multi-stage front airbags, side-curtain airbags and front-seat-mounted side airbags, seatbelt pretensioners and a Thatcham category 1 alarm.

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3.5 out of 5

Reliability

Since it shares many of its components with other Chrysler Group products and has a trusty VW diesel engine under its bonnet, the Sebring is expected to offer decent reliability.

Car check problem points

Body

No problems reported.

Engine/Gearbox

No problems reported.

Other

No problems reported.