2005 Chrysler 300 Review

　　

zzdcar' Expert Review

by the zzdcar Experts

　　

What’s new

　　The 2005 Chrysler 300 is an all-new, rear-wheel-drive flagship sedan; it replaces the Concorde and 300M. In a clear move away from the cab-forward design theme Chrysler championed in the 1990s, the 300 represents the company's bold new direction and makes use of plenty of Mercedes-Benz technology. Available features include Chrysler's Hemi V8, stability control, side curtain airbags and, later in the year, all-wheel drive.

　　

zzdcar says

　　Proving that upscale sedans don't have to be stale-looking and slow, the 2005 Chrysler 300 series offers distinctive styling and V8 power in a practical and affordable package.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2005 Chrysler 300 Rwd 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.04 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$176/mo  for 300 Base

　　300 Base

　　Rwd 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) - $23,405 MSRPTouring Rwd 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A) - $27,305 MSRPTouring AWD 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A) - $29,405 MSRPC Rwd 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 5A) (Most Popular) - $33,130 MSRPC AWD 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 5A) - $34,455 MSRPSRT-8 Rwd 4dr Sedan (6.1L 8cyl 5A) - $39,370 MSRP

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　　$197/mo

　　Avg. Large Car

　　

2005 300 Highlights

Type: SedanSRT-8Sedan

　　Trim: BaseTouringCSRT-8Base

　　

Base MSRP	$23,405
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	21 MPG
Cost to Drive	$176/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	15.6 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles