Chrysler 300
The Chrysler 300 is a full-size sedan produced by Chrysler from 2004 to 2023.
The Chrysler 300 is a full-size sedan produced by Chrysler from 2004 to 2023, known for its rear-wheel-drive layout and available V8 power.
What it is
The Chrysler 300 is a four-door sedan that debuted for the 2005 model year, reviving a nameplate first used in 1955. It was assembled in Canada and stood out in its segment for offering rear-wheel drive and V8 engines, including a 6.4 L V8 in the final 2023 300C trim.
Key details
Later models used a 3.6 L Pentastar V6 as the base engine, with higher-performance trims offering Hemi V8 power. All-wheel drive was available on some V6 versions. Chrysler discontinued the 300 after the 2023 model year.
Why it matters
The 300 was a notable part of Chrysler’s lineup for nearly two decades and was assembled in Canada, tying it to Canadian automotive manufacturing. Its rear-wheel-drive platform and V8 options made it a distinctive choice in the large-sedan market.
In short
- Full-size sedan produced from 2004 to 2023
- Assembled in Canada
- Offered V6 and V8 engines, with rear-wheel drive standard
- Discontinued after the 2023 model year
The Chrysler 300 was assembled in Canada, which makes it relevant to Canadian automotive manufacturing and the Canadian auto industry.
Quick questions
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Sources
- Chrysler — https://www.chrysler.com/300.htmlSupports: Discontinued status, 2023 end of production, and brand history statement.
- Chrysler — https://www.chrysler.com/bm/300.htmlSupports: 2023 300C positioning and final-model marketing.
- Edmunds — https://www.edmunds.com/chrysler/300/2023/features-specs/Supports: Base engine, horsepower, drivetrain, dimensions, and final assembly in Canada.
- Car and Driver — https://www.caranddriver.com/chrysler/300Supports: 2023 Chrysler 300 and 300C specifications, drivetrain, and V8 performance details.
- NHTSA — https://downloads.regulations.gov/NHTSA-2023-0022-0096/attachment_2.pdfSupports: 2022 product information for drivetrain and 3.6 L engine displacement.