Dan spent many years covering the go-fast, look-good, get-loud corners of the automotive universe. First, he served as editor of enthusiast magazines AutoSound and Honda Tuning, then as executive editor at SEMA News, the publishing arm of the trade group that produces the annual SEMA Show (yes, that show). As a contributor to Edmunds, he now likes to keep the volume low and the speed limit legal, providing expert car-shopping advice to drivers looking for the perfect match.
Pros
Upscale, quiet and roomy cabin
Available V8 engine suits the car's personality well
Optional all-wheel drive adds traction in winter weather
Touchscreen interface is easy to use
Cons
Difficult to see out of the back of the vehicle
Advanced driver safety features are optional
Not especially fuel-efficient
What's new
New 300C model adds a 6.4-liter V8 underhood
Will be discontinued after this model year
Part of the second 300 generation introduced for 2011
Overview
Raise a glass: The 2023 Chrysler 300 is the end of the line for Chrysler's smartly dressed muscle car. Dwindling sales, general buyer disinterest in sedans, and the specter of a forthcoming electric crossover-sedan mashup mean the 300 has outlived its usefulness. The 300 owes its longevity, in part, to the Dodge Charger, which is produced on the same platform and has offered a two-for-one manufacturing benefit. But with the Charger also due for an imminent exit, the business case appears to have evaporated.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2023 Chrysler 300 Touring 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 8A) 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 $3.56 per gallon for regular unleaded in Virginia.
2023 caps a good 18-year run for the 300 sedan. Chrysler sold more than 400,000 units in the first few model years, and the 300's Bentley-like styling and affordable price made it a staple in music, fashion and lifestyle niches. Iconic menswear designer John Varvatos even had a one-off signature edition, which got a promo push from legendary rocker and Michigan native Iggy Pop.
But sales tapered off, rebounded slightly in the mid-2010s after a redesign, and have slowed to a trickle ever since. We've been fans of the 300's plush and spacious cabin, big trunk and comfortable ride quality. Its respectable V6 and burly V8 engines deliver satisfying acceleration, and you can get the 300 with all-wheel drive. It remains a smart pick that looks good in the valet line and can comfortably cover long distances. While rival full-size sedans, including the Volkswagen Arteon and Toyota Avalon, offer more modern tech and better fuel economy, the 300 still makes a bold statement.
That's especially true of the 2023 Chrysler 300C, which will end the 300 run with a roar. Limited to just 2,000 units in the U.S., the 300C essentially plugs the Charger/Challenger's 6.4-liter V8 under the hood of the stately 300. Output is bumped to a rocking 485 hp and 475 lb-ft. Chrysler says the 300C sprints from zero to 60 mph in 4.3 seconds. The 300C also features four-piston Brembo brakes for increased stopping performance and adaptive dampers that will allow the 300C to switch between laidback cruiser and corner-tackling sport sedan.
Which 300 does Edmunds recommend?
We think the Touring L trim is a pretty good option. It comes with stylish 20-inch wheels and leather upholstery, and its soft suspension offers a more comfortable ride than the S trim's sport-tuned suspension. The Touring L is also available with all-wheel drive for added traction when the snow flies. To this, we'd add the Popular Equipment group for the panoramic sunroof and the Comfort group for the ventilated seats.
Chrysler 300 models
The 2023 Chrysler 300 is a full-size sedan available in Touring, Touring L, S and C trim levels. Each is equipped with a 3.6-liter V6 engine and an eight-speed automatic transmission powering the rear wheels. The V6 generates 292 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque in the Touring and Touring L and 300 hp and 264 lb-ft in the S. All-wheel drive is an option with the Touring and Touring L trims. Chrysler also offers a 5.7-liter V8 (363 hp, 394 lb-ft) for the 300S. There's also the 2023-only 300C, which swaps in a 6.4-liter V8 (485 hp, 475 lb-ft).
Touring
Chrysler equips the 300 Touring with:
17-inch wheels (19-inch wheels with AWD)
Heated mirrors
Keyless entry and push-button engine start
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Cloth seat upholstery
Power-adjustable driver's seat
60/40-split folding rear seat
8.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system
Six-speaker audio system
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration
Satellite radio
SiriusXM Guardian connected services
Touring L
The Touring L trim adds:
Dark-finish 20-inch wheels (19-inch wheels with AWD)
Foglights
Remote engine start
Auto-dimming driver's side mirror
Power-adjustable passenger seat
Heated front seats
Leather upholstery
Front and rear parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking)
Blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while reversing)
S
Upgrading to the S adds:
Sport driving mode
Sport suspension
Paddle shifters
Sport front seats
Choosing the V8 engine equips the 300 with:
Aerodynamic body kit
Panoramic sunroof
Navigation system
Nine-speaker Alpine surround-sound system
300C
A limited-edition model adds big power, performance and extra features, such as:
Special 20-inch alloy wheels
Brembo front brakes
Gloss black exterior accents
Adaptive suspension
Active sport exhaust
Shorter final drive ratio for quicker acceleration
Carbon-fiber interior accents
19-speaker Harman Kardon audio system
Features of the SafetyTec Plus and Comfort Group packages
Chrysler offers numerous option packages for the 300 sedan. With the Touring trim, you can upgrade the 300 with extra chrome or blacked-out exterior trim and larger wheels. The Touring L and S V6 are available with a Popular Equipment Group including navigation, a panoramic glass sunroof and a nine-speaker Alpine surround-sound system. Also be on the lookout for these two packages:
SafetyTec Plus Group (available for the Touring, Touring L and S)
Forward collision warning with automatic braking (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the 300 and the car in front, and can bring the Chrysler to a full stop)
Rain-sensing windshield wipers
Automatic high-beam headlights
Comfort Group (available for the Touring L and S)
Adaptive headlights (swivel as you turn the steering wheel for better illumination in curves)
Dollar for dollar there is no better!!! Came from an S -Class, while the 300 is down a rung or two from that , I only paid a third of the price. 33% of the price for 80% of the experience is a WIN-WIN for the 300C. 300 and Hemi never stop pleasing!
UPDATE - 3 years later and still great! Buy one while you still can!
Surprise, Surprise
5 out of 5 stars
Scoobypapa, 02/08/2020
2019 Chrysler 300 Touring L 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
Our 2019 Chyrsler 300 Touring "L" has lots of the Mercedes E-Class underpinnings--suspension, transmission, and more. The std. V6 is smooth, quiet and efficient. The seating is very comfortable and the U-Connect 8.4 setup is very good (std. 6 speakers). With Google Maps, Waze, Scanner Radio and lots of Apps, there is absolutely NO NEED FOR GPS built in as an option Our past … experience with Mercedes (2012 E-Class Cabriolet and 2017 GLC 300 4 Matic) were okay but this is more comfortable, quieter because of thicker door glass and insulation, much less expensive to maintain AND all the bugs have been ironed out via past models. Price discounts from dealer was extraordinary. Plus, we got three years of full synthetic oil changes, tire rotation and balancing, and the usual 'inspection' and fluid topping off thrown it. My 300 is Glossy Black and the color is very 'deep'; my wife's 300 is White and it shines too. My car has 8600 miles since Dec. 2019; my wife's has 9800 miles since Dec. 2019. At 70-75 mph, my MPG is about 32-33 and about 25-26 in stop and go but we are not in a big city environment. My wife (the lead-foot of the family) also gets 32+MPG on the highway driving 70-80 mph and about 24 MPG locally.
It's 3/02/22 and my 2019 Black Touring "L" 300 Sedan has 33,380 miles and my wife's 2019 White Touring "L" has 26,800 miles on the ODO (34 months). When we travel, Mrs. Lead Foot drives my car at "sub-light" speed on all the roads with an "I" before the number which is why my vehicle has more Odometer miles then hers. We have had absolutely NO problems with the mechanical components and only spent $ on regularly scheduled maintenance; full synthetic oil changes (with filter) every 10K, tire rotation every 5K; Tip 1: to rebalance tires: when you rotate tires, rebalance the two put on the front--don't do the back until the next 5K rotation--this is the same as balancing ALL tires every 10K EXCEPT the tires are much better balanced all the time with regard to any effect on steering or suspension components because they are more frequently balanced up front--without extra cost. The rear tires are never less then 10K balanced. Tip 2: go to your dealer and BUY the ESSENTIAL Care Maintenance Plan (Mopar Code ECPSR23N) which gives you THREE full synthetic oil AND Filter changes and THREE full set-tire rotations and multipoint 'inspections' for 2 years (about 30K miles): COST is $170.00 approx. (depending on sales tax) and you will know everything about how much tread is left, how much brake wear is used, etc. The Dashboard diagnostic/info. doesn't include this info. The Mopar Maintenance Contract is HONORED at EVERY Chrysler/Jeep Dealership. We have had no problems with any of the electrical, heating, cooling, suspension, or engine/transmission/drivetrain. We are 6 miles from a major North-South Interstate; our town is 5-8K population and three nearby towns (0-15 miles away) are in the 10-25K population range (a combo of mostly Suburban driving) with enough stop and go in the larger towns and on the state roads so that we average 24-25 mpg local and 30-31 mpg at 75 mph on the Interstate. We do some zippier driving on getaways (e.g., for long trips like a 650 mile day drive or more) and have not gotten less then 29-30 mpg at 'sub-light' speed. We are NOT hyper-milers by any means although I do slow down to upcoming stop lights instead of breaking hard at the last second ("Sport" adjusted steering for feel). We 'zoom' on down to Gulf Shores for multiple vacations each year and take these cars to New England (Fall Foliage) and West to National Parks, Arizona,, etc. ON the interstates, the Chrysler 300 with Mercedes holdover suspension tweaks minimized side winds on tracking -- even at sustained speeds up to 90+ mph. Chysler's U-Connect works very well and they update it while you drive -- no SD or CD to use or cost to pay. Here is the MAIN drawback: the car is so well balanced (front-to-rear) that RWD traction is a problem in snow over 5-6 inches deep UNLESS you get SNOW tires or chains. In our locale, if any deep snow is forecast (where plowing is very delayed), we went with a set of "self-adjusting' titanium tire chains on 20" low profile wheels instead of extra rims and snow tires. On in 10 minutes or less the night before a big snow and then off 2 days later; I was able to "be" the plow recently for any imaginable emergency or shopping trip. We chose RWD instead of AWD because we wanted to get the 'best' mpg instead of paying for AWD option and penalized by added fuel cost for 100K miles over 5-6 years. Last, when you look at TCO (True Cost to OWN) on Edmunds (here), the repair and maintenance cost is pretty minimal except when they buy a new set of tires in year 2 and year 5 (which distorts repair and maintenance costs). signing out, Scoobypapa
Love my 300
5 out of 5 stars
Cheri, 02/27/2019
2019 Chrysler 300 Touring 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
This car gets 33 miles to gallon on highway.
2019 the beast chrysler 300 sport
5 out of 5 stars
Jedster, 12/11/2018
2019 Chrysler 300 S 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
It's Awesome if you want a 4 door sedan look no more . Its here sport model it looks like a Bentley in and out and jas an awesome stereo its fast and very quiet inside.. you can whisper to your partner and still hear the leather is great and well.made and the wheels are 20 inches. It's on the Mercedes Benz platform that chrysler had with dalmer we paid $46000.00 love it. It also … has lane control brake control everything you want ..if it had Mercedes on the outside it would be $80.000.00
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2023 Chrysler 300, so we've included reviews for other years of the 300 since its last redesign.
The Chrysler 300 is a large sedan, a body style that has become somewhat of a rarity in modern times as people flock to SUVs in droves. This particular 300 has been with us for just over a decade, with minor changes here and there to keep things somewhat fresh. The fact that the 300 has endured this long is perhaps a testament to its timeless styling. Our editors have also praised the 300 for its spacious and plush cabin, large trunk and comfortable ride quality. It also offers optional all-wheel drive.
Alas, the 300's future doesn't look particularly bright since large non-luxury sedans have fallen so out of favor with Americans. There's a possibility that Chrysler will decide to put the 300 out to pasture in the near future. But if Chrysler does keep the 300 in production for the 2023 model year, we don't expect any significant changes.
Among the dwindling set of large sedans is the 300's corporate sibling, the Dodge Charger, which focuses more on performance than luxury. There's also the Volkswagen Arteon, which features a more modern design but is more expensive, and the Toyota Avalon, which is more fuel-efficient and scores better in our ratings, though it no longer offers AWD.
Edmunds says
If you have a need for a comfortable, stylish and roomy large sedan, the Chrysler 300 will not disappoint. We recommend searching for one sooner rather than later, as it might not be around for long.
FAQ
Is the Chrysler 300 a good car?
The Edmunds experts tested the 2023 300 both on the road and at the track. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2023 300 gets an average rating of 5 stars out of 5 (based on 47 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the 300 has 16.3 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Chrysler 300. Learn more
What's new in the 2023 Chrysler 300?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2023 Chrysler 300:
New 300C model adds a 6.4-liter V8 underhood
Will be discontinued after this model year
Part of the second 300 generation introduced for 2011
To determine whether the Chrysler 300 is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the 300. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the 300's 5-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more
Is the 2023 Chrysler 300 a good car?
There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2023 Chrysler 300 is a good car. Our consumer reviews show that the 2023 300 gets an average rating of 5 stars out of 5 (based on 47 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2023 300 is a good car for you. Learn more
How much should I pay for a 2023 Chrysler 300?
The least-expensive 2023 Chrysler 300 is the 2023 Chrysler 300 Touring 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 8A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $34,295.
Other versions include:
Touring 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 8A) which starts at $34,295
Touring 4dr Sedan AWD (3.6L 6cyl 8A) which starts at $37,045
Touring L 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 8A) which starts at $37,495
Touring L 4dr Sedan AWD (3.6L 6cyl 8A) which starts at $39,745
S 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 8A) which starts at $42,805
S 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 8A) which starts at $46,350
C 4dr Sedan (6.4L 8cyl 8A) which starts at $55,000
If you're interested in the Chrysler 300, the next question is, which 300 model is right for you? 300 variants include Touring 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 8A), Touring 4dr Sedan AWD (3.6L 6cyl 8A), Touring L 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 8A), and Touring L 4dr Sedan AWD (3.6L 6cyl 8A). For a full list of 300 models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more
