2006 Chrysler 300 Review
Fuel Economy
15 - 21 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
Proving that upscale sedans don't have to be stale-looking and slow, the 2006 Chrysler 300 series offers distinctive styling and V8 power in a practical and affordable package.
Pros
Chiseled and masculine good looks, powerful V8 in 300C model, long list of safety features, plenty of luxury and performance for the price paid.
Cons
Sluggish acceleration with base V6, limited transmission choices, poor visibility for shorter drivers.
What's New for 2006
No significant changes for the 2006 Chrysler 300.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
Best car I have ever owned !!!!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Chrysler 300 SRT-8 4dr Sedan (6.1L 8cyl 5A)
Review
This is without a doubt the best car I have ever purchased. I have had roughly 16 new vehicles of all makes and models. This car is so fast and fun to drive. It has more horsepower than just about anything on the road. It handles like a race car and accelerates like on too. I bought this car because it was the only 4 door on the dealer's lot with a DVD in it for my 3 year old daughter. She was driving me crazy on road trips.. Little did I know what exactly I had just done. I just purchased the best car for the value on the market today.
Favorite Features
DVD, Nav, Engine(HP), Suede inserts in leather.
Suggested Improvements
Brakes are the only problem I could complain about. This car is heavy and goes through brakes and rotors. But still well worth that little expense to have a car that performs like it does.
Looks good but made with cheap parts!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 5 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 4 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 5 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Chrysler 300 Touring 4dr Sedan AWD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
It is made with cheap parts that will keep you at a dealer. ALL the pins in my motor broke in half and they were hollow. The mechanic said that most pins are solid all the way through so if they broke once they will do it again. Every time I took it in, I was told they get alot of 300's in with all types of problems and most of them have to do with the motor. I love the look but hate the way it kept me at a dealer. Im glad I got rid of it.
Favorite Features
Very good eye candy, good gas mileage and roomy.
Suggested Improvements
build the motor with better parts instead of those cheap ones like the motor pins. They are hollow not solid so they break.
Satisfied
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Chrysler 300 SRT-8 4dr Sedan (6.1L 8cyl 5A)
Review
At 41000 miles, I give Chrysler the thumbs up for this one. This car has been fun to drive. The tires don't last long but that is a result of the tire melting 425 hp. The brakes also make this car great. The brembos really bring this heavy car to a halt. Overall a great vehicle.
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
Awesome sedan
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Chrysler 300 C 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
Review
I love my C and the Hemi engine. Roomy and comfortable. Great leg room for 6'2" and then some. I also drove an M for years, which had superior handling to the C. Reliability has been very good. Had worn tie rods at 30K, but Chrysler reimbursed for parts at least following my complaint letter. All components work great on this vehicle. I'll average 21 mpg in my 20 mile commute, not bad knowing that this car has unbelievable acceleration when needed/wanted.
Favorite Features
Hemi. Smooth shifting 5 speed auto. Nice sound system. Quiet down the highway.
Suggested Improvements
RWD not the best in wintery climate. Snow tires worth considering.
06 300 Limited 3.5
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 5 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Chrysler 300 Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
In my opinion Chrysler does not deserve the "poor vehicle quality" reputation everyone seems to know them by. I purchased my 300 as a one year old used car with 23k existing miles on it. I have owned the car for nearly two years now and the odometer currently reads 63000. I have never had to bring this car into the shop for any repair work of any type. Nothing has ever broken. It alway starts and gets me where I need to go. The brakes are original and still have life left.
Favorite Features
The car has great looks and a very smooth ride. Power from the 3.5 liter six is good. One of the smoothest shifting automatic transmissions I have ever used. Smoth quiet ride. Outstanding overall reliability. No squeeks or rattles at 63k miles. Fuel economy 22mpg on average, best hwy milage 29mpg.
Suggested Improvements
A six speed manual transmission would be a nice addition. Installing a small displacment diesel would help improve fuel economy. If you buy a rear wheel drive 300 and you live in snow country get four good snow tires.
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