2009 Chrysler 300 Consumer Reviews

Muscle with Luxury

Written by: Mr. V. on 07/28/2009

Vehicle

2009 Chrysler 300 SRT-8 4dr Sedan (6.1L 8cyl 5A)

Review

I have to admit, going from a highpower two seater to this monster was quite a shock. I really enjoy getting out of a vehicle unwrinkled. I have an incredible amount of raw horsepower under the hood. I mean those fancy two seat cars are fun but no real dignity or comfort climbing in and out of one. The SRT8 not only has comfort and ease of handling but an incredible amount of space in the interior. Way to old these days to entertain in the back seat but this baby could hold an entire salesman convention party. We're talking more room in the front seat of the 300 than a Range Rover front seat.

Favorite Features

Love those chirping tires when using the 5 speed shifting option. Enough power to outrun most sport cars out there. Too bad they probably will never allow a motor this big to go in a passenger vehicle again.

Suggested Improvements

A little mushy on the suspension side. Really heavy vehicle but well worth the electronic toys that add the extra pounds. The 6.1 engine more than compensates for weight. Probably an electronic option or magic button to stiffen the suspension for Freeway driving.

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excellent car

Written by: Jim on 06/27/2009

Vehicle

2009 Chrysler 300 SRT-8 4dr Sedan (6.1L 8cyl 5A)

Review

I traded in my 2007 SRT Design for a 09 300c SRT8 (wish I would have purchased the SRT8 to start with) the 07 was nice but the performance increase with the 6.1 Hemi is amazing. Even at 4000+ pounds this car performs! And the looks, well, I see guys driving Mercedes checking my car out while driving down the road or at stop lights. Anyone looking for a incredibly fun car to drive and one that will get you looks from everyone else, the 300C is the car, go with SRT8 if you can afford it.

Favorite Features

Exterior, sounds system, performance, handling, pretty much the whole car....

Suggested Improvements

Not sure how much longer Chrysler will make the 300c, but can we pull some weight off this car please?

8 out 9 people found this review helpful

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Love it but second week was not good

Written by: hrisgirl on 06/20/2009

Vehicle

2009 Chrysler 300 C HEMI 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 5A)

Review

I love this vehicle. I've got the heritage package with inferno red tintcoat so it is loaded and a real head turner. I also got a fantastic deal. I've had the car for three weeks and the second week was spent in the shop. The car suddenly stopped excelerating...over 3000 RPMs at less than 20 mph and the engine light came on. A faulty part that regulates the speed caused the car to try to shut down. It was fixed under warranty and I was told this is a one in a million defect (I hope), hence the 9 rating on build quality and reliability instead of 10. I was looking at Cadillac CTS when I came across this car. Value for the money, the 300 beats the CTS.

Favorite Features

Sexy look, comfortable ride, stereo, voice recognition system, 5.7L Hemi and the color!

Suggested Improvements

Too many blind spots, back up assist could be better.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Fantastic car great price

Written by: Stuckond on 06/02/2009

Vehicle

2009 Chrysler 300 C HEMI 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 5A)

Review

Low road noise, GREAT power from the 5.7, and a delicious ride from this sexy looking car. Has all of the power of my 1970 Firebird 400 (With a rebuilt motor), and turns just as many heads. Although I have not quite hit 1,000 miles on the 300C yet, This is without question my favorite car I've ever owned. Very good turning radius for a big car. At 24 HWY MPG on a brand new car, it's not awful. In town at 16.5 could be worse.

Favorite Features

Looks, ride, and power.

Suggested Improvements

Better gas mileage. Please give me a chance to buy a great car like this that is not a relentless fuel-pig.

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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A Dream...

Written by: Victor on 05/01/2009

Vehicle

2009 Chrysler 300 Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Loved it... after a lady crashed in to me at 65mph on the freeway I can say the impact was not little, the car is the safest I have driven and is now out and about after a $17000 repair with original parts. I loved my 300, short after it got stolen... I will buy one again!

Favorite Features

The style

Suggested Improvements

could be a hybrid!

2 out 7 people found this review helpful

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The 1 Reason Chrysler Should Survive!

Written by: DarthXan on 04/26/2009

Vehicle

2009 Chrysler 300 C 4dr Sedan AWD (5.7L 8cyl 5A)

Review

I've loved this car since it first debuted in 2005 & now I finally have 1. It's every bit as exciting as I thought it would be. Amazing power from the 5.7 L HEMI when you need it (cylinders deactivate when cruising, so it runs like a 4 cylinder to save on fuel economy). Excellent interior quality. Awesome sounding stereo. Sexy yet menacing exterior. Quietest & comfiest ride I've ever been in. Highly reccomended & right now it's still on sale. I saved almost $15K on mine!

Favorite Features

Quiet interior cabin. Extremely comfortable ride. Excellent stereo. Powerful 5.7L HEMI V8. Cylinder deactivation for improved fuel economy. Overall design & looks.

Suggested Improvements

Although cylinder deactivation improves fuel economy a bit, it's not as much as I expected. With a 72L fuel tank, I only get a range of about 400 km, which is the same as I do with my Mazda Tribute SUV which has a 55L tank. I drive both cars the same (aggressive at times, but relaxed mostly)

13 out 16 people found this review helpful

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I'm Back for More.

Written by: Randy on 04/06/2009

Vehicle

2009 Chrysler 300 C HEMI 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 5A)

Review

I bought one of the first redsigned 2005 Jade Green 300C's in March 2004. I thought it was an unbelievable car for the $$'s. After 70,000 miles I traded it in for the 2009 300C Clearwater Blue, fully optioned. It's a handful with additional 19hp. It's a phenominal highway car. It has 2,000 miles on it. I just did a trip from Long Island to western Virginia. It averaged 24.1 miles/per gallon over 420 miles. Chrysler tweaked the MDS system so that it runs on 4 cylinders more often, even at 70 miles plus per hour, with a special "ECO" light which tells when MDS is on. The ride is plush and heavy. Made the trip in 5:52 hours averaging 71mph. The seats are so comfortable one can drive forever

Favorite Features

1 yr. free satellite radio. ECO light system Power for quick passing Seats HID headlights Voice command

Suggested Improvements

None for the money

15 out 15 people found this review helpful

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Unbelievable value.

Written by: The Arb on 03/19/2009

Vehicle

2009 Chrysler 300 C 4dr Sedan AWD (5.7L 8cyl 5A)

Review

With all the discounts now offered this car is an unblievable bargain. There are many improvements over the 2007 300C which I returned after a 27 month lease. This car I bought, paying 0% financing for 36 months, with nothing down. The beauty of this car, plus the inferno red color I have, is still a head turner, even though the car first appeared in 2005. From 1995 to 2007 I leased a Cadillac STS every 2 years (6 cars). A Chrysler 300C, with options, surpasses Cadillac in every way; looks, power, performance, and most all, price. Regarding fuel economy, you can't expect a large heavy V8 to be fuel efficient.

Favorite Features

Electrically adjustable pedals, split fold down back seat, heated seats front and rear, outside mirros that tilt and have directional signals, remote start, overhead console, backup sensors, navigation, trunk net, roomy.

Suggested Improvements

Needs a backup camera.

12 out 12 people found this review helpful

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From 2006 Chrysler 300C to 2009 Limited

Written by: Ed on 11/08/2008

Vehicle

2009 Chrysler 300 Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Recently went from an 06 300C to an 09 300 LTD. While leaving the Hemi was disappointing the interior upgrades and overall ride are better. The LTD is missing electronic steering adjust, memmory seats and back up sensors but has better leather, LCD radio, nicer console with plentiful wood trim, soft leather covers on console and doors and other nice touches. The real disapointment is in the smoothness of the 3.5 engine. While I knew the performance would be avaerage, it is not tight and balanced like other notable V6 engines. The 6cyl and Hemi produce equivalent mpg. Overall I'm satisfied but would love to drive an 09 Hemi with improved hp. HP is a big part of the luxury and identity.

Favorite Features

Seats, exterior look, trunk size, easy folding seats to enlarge trunk, back seat comfort, auto-dimming rear view mirror, intermittent wipers, milage is decent for a big car,

Suggested Improvements

V6 engine needs refinement and power, the transmission is not Honda, Nissan or even GM smooth in shifting. More flexibility with exterior colors and interior colors, bigger glove box, should have a 5 speed transmission.

75 out 85 people found this review helpful

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