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The Chrysler 300C makes a memorable impression from any angle, inspiring admiration with its bold proportions, athletic stance and handsome, broad-shouldered good looks. The 300C is an instant classic.

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Chrysler 300C reviews by year of make: 2007 2008 2009
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3.0 V6 CRD - The 300C has proved a big success for Chrysler since first going on sale in 2005. Its striking good looks and attractive pricing made it a tempting proposition for execs wanting an imposing luxury car... read more

Chrysler 300C

3.0 CRD diesel - An effortless drive featuring excellent ride and handling. A large car inside and out, the 300C has a secure feel. Offers great value for money.... read more

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Chrysler 300C car reviews

Number of reviews: 7

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Jim Gillespie, Durham

Chrysler 300C 3.0 CRD Auto 2008

I’ve had this car since new and as others have commented, it is a real headturner. Spec is a bit basic, I’d have preferred a sunroof, bluetooth and satnav, as we have on my wifes car, the Chrysler Sebring, but these are just personal taste features I guess. This car loves the motorways and it’s like driving whilst sat in a big comfy armchair. My previous 3 cars have all been E Class Mercs and I had electics problems with all 3 of them. As most people reading this will probably know, the 300c is essentially an E Class with an american shell, with the chassis, running gear and engine all coming from Mercedes. True to form, 18 months down the line I’ve had an electrics problem with the 300c now; whilst on a European road trip. Having said that, the Chrysler Assist service was excellent. I reported the fault whilst in Belgium and they diagnosed the fault, ordered the parts and repaired it at the nearest dealership all free of charge to me. This car comes with 3 year warranty, so no need for European breakdown cover. My car came with the Bentley grill fitted, although I didn’t order it. Glad it did though as it really enhances the exterior look. Am I impressed with this car? Yes Would I have another one? Definately, but SRT spec next time.

Submitted: 31/12/2009 12:28:07 | ID: 4194

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Syd Taylor, Staffordshire

Chrysler 300C CRD SRT- Design 2009

Way back at the beginning of the last century, Walter P. Chrysler’s guiding passion was quality engineering - establishing a DNA that has survived to this day. Now, for graceful motoring in the grand manner, there’s nothing on the market to rival the Chrysler 300C.If ever a machine deserved the title ’senator of the road’, embodying as it does, dignity, authority, reliability - packaged with a dash of metallic sartorial flair and Patrician glamour - this ’top of the range’ versatile cruiser brooks no rival. And if that’s not enough, it comes at a price that’s exceedingly competitive, to the extent that one wonders ’How do they do it?’ Here’s a car, you say to yourself, that attains a level of smoothness and sophistication that would not be out of place in a Bentley and yet is available to the sensible and discerning purchaser for a price comparable with a ’top of the range’ Mondeo. This car is the complete package. Where else could you find performance like this coupled with such an impressive level of refinement, economy, comfort and style? Friends, I make no idle boasts - it’s a fabulous piece of kit. Moreover, it’s a truly democratic carriage - as pleasing to an executive hurrying to a business luncheon in the Outer Hebrides as it would be for a South London mom on the school run. It’s not too grand to be functional but grand enough for any six star hotel you might care to park it outside. You’ll lap up it’s luxury, with room for five in comfort on comfy leather seats, satin silver bezels on the fascia and ’soft touch surfaces’ everywhere - and rest soundly, knowing that there are lots of safety features. At the same time, you purr at its economy, sensible manners and accoutrements. Specification of the SRT-Design variant tested, is further enhanced over the already well equipped standard model, by the addition of a ’concert hall’ sound system and lots more pampering to increase the price from £27,600 to £32,500. Taking its style cues from a long pedigree of luxury cruisers, it manages to look up to the minute, up to the mark and at the same time, surprisingly individual. The exceptionally smooth 3.0 Litre V6 Diesel engine is a Mercedes based unit and produces a most healthy 215bhp and - more importantly - 376lb ft of torque. As if that’s not enough, the test car was further boosted with the ’Startech Diesel Power Xtra Module’ costing £1,104, which gives an extra 44bhp and another 70nm of torque. Rather unnecessary, I thought, because there’s enough ’go’ already in standard spec.. 143mph is enough for me and so is the ’stump pulling’ torque already there. On the road, superlatives line up to be negotiated. Excellent dynamics, rewarding performance, reassuring solidity and regal deportment. All these are characteristics of this consummate Chrysler. Driving the rear wheels through a delightful five speed automatic box, performance is truly effortless and you make regal progress; be it on boulevard or interstate. British motorists may not need to negotiate interstate highways but I can assure you from experience, that this supple machine makes mincemeat of British B roads and bypasses. Handling is well up to the mark and you can drive briskly with confidence. I judge that it is more nimble than a large Jaguar. And economy is such a delight that one is constantly fighting the nostalgic urge to pull up for fuel when it’s simply not necessary. It’s the economy stupid! Despite Chrysler claiming a combined figure of 34.9mpg I achieved nearly 40mpg on one fairly gentle one hundred mile ’round trip’. In road testing, as in life, the road to fulfilment is a long and rocky one. But a thought did strike me as I basked in the admiring attention that greeted my passage through the streets, that here at last was the nearest tangible equivalent to the fabled car of dreams - of course, there are minor niggles since no car is perfect. However it all pales into insignificance when the package as a whole is considered. Once we’ve consigned the credit crunch to oblivion, we all should be driving about in one of these. Let’s hope ’Chrysler keep on Building’ on their success. After all, the ’special relationship’ is the closest we’ll get these days to a British motor industry.

Submitted: 12/12/2009 21:16:44 | ID: 4090

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Martin Evans, Cumberland

Chrysler 300C 300 C SRT Saloon 2008

Quite simply its the best blend of value for money, prestige & executive saloon, power & performance in the UK car market! With head turning presence, performance that surprises when ever its required & a sumptuous drive & luxury driver position. I have driven almost as many cars as the famous curly top MR J Clarkson & covered in excess of 1,500 miles a week for the past 3 years, this car not only saved my life it almost felt part of the family. Not only does it have a much stronger residual value than any Jaguar S Type, Mercedes E Class, BMW 5 series or even the new face lifted Audi A6, just look at the monthly contract hire or PCP figures. I use E.S.Hartley, Ings, Kendal, Cumbria. They are the most relaxed, knowledgeable, thorough vehicle leasing company in the market, well worth a call.

Submitted: 28/07/2008 09:58:11 | ID: 1710

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Ian Calderwood, Scotland

Chrysler 300C 2007

The 300c is not a Mercedes but it is £30,000 pounds cheaper. I have driven Mercedes since 1988 and have enjoyed the spec at a price. The 300c gives you a very good standard of spec at 1/2 the cost of the price of the Germans. It is reliable, comfortable and spacious... so don’t delay and buy one today. The only thing I can’t answer is what 2nd hand value it will demand on the market...

Submitted: 19/06/2008 09:44:52 | ID: 1581

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John Simpson, Lincolnshire

Chrysler 300C 2007

A lot of car for the money although high company car tax. only had it three months and cost £1100 for a replacement headlight unit through insurance. All in all no regrets and it certainly turns heads.

Submitted: 23/11/2007 09:20:13 | ID: 747

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Steve Davies, Lancashire

Chrysler 300C 300C 2007

Amazing value for money - Xenon headlights, cruise, memory seats and mirrors, leather interior, heated front seats, electronic compass + outside temp. It looks great, is quiet, powerful (Merc engine) and econonmical (nearly 35 mpg). It drives beautifully and you can recognise it’s Mercedes heritage without the price tag... A lot of car for the money.

Submitted: 14/11/2007 10:39:21 | ID: 580

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Simon Ramsden, Huntingdonshire

Chrysler 300C 3.0 Crd.

I know that this car is not to everybodies taste but I love it! At first I felt a little self-concious driving it to be honest. Now however I just love the feeling of security and comfort I get from the plush cabin and sturdy exterior. I rejected out of hand the Bentley grill however as it just looks cheap and tacky!

Submitted: 18/09/2007 15:00:07 | ID: 200

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