2005 Chrysler 300 Review
Price Estimate: $840 - $1,271





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
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, complex stereo controls.
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.
Edmunds 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.
For sale near Woodson, TX
51 listings
- $2,999good price
- 198,752 miles
- 1 accident, 1 owner, personal use only
- 17 City / 25 Hwy MPG
- Scott Harrison Motor (303 mi away)
- Bluetooth
- Leather Seats
- Power Driver Seat
- Rear Bench Seats
- Stability Control
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Located in Houston, TX
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
20 Combined MPG (17 City/25 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 2C3JA53G45H517140
Stock: 5H517140
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 03-20-2024 - 182,029 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
- 17 City / 25 Hwy MPG
- Millenium Motor Sales (307 mi away)
- Leather Seats
- Power Driver Seat
- Rear Bench Seats
- Stability Control
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
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Located in Rosenberg, TX
DOWN PAYMENT 1800.00
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
20 Combined MPG (17 City/25 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 2C3AA53G55H157148
Stock: 157148
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 01-15-2025
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Texas
$160/mo for 300 Base
300 Base
vs
$175/mo
Avg. Large Car
Chrysler 300 Owner Reviews
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2005 chrysler 300 limited w/3.5L.
4.75 out of 5 starsmarivr, 04/10/2015
2005 Chrysler 300 Touring Rwd 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
In 2005 my dad bought this car new. While he maintained it Well I (now 21) grew up with this car. He used this beauty for work which meant the trunk was always full of construction equipment. Its now April 2015 and I inherited the car And drive it regularly.
Point being the car has 271,000 miles And still drives like the day I rode home in it. Its never had any work done. Just oil gas … and tires. Best car ever.
I Stole This Beast!
5 out of 5 starsjersey guy, 07/10/2010
2005 Chrysler 300 C Rwd 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
Second 300, this one is a Hemi. The salesman told me it was driven by an old lady, of course it was! Truth is I met her and it was all true. Her husband died and she had to get rid of it. It has 11,965 miles !! Every option and it is very fast and very comfortable. I just back from a trip to Vegas, averaging 75 MPH. At 110 degrees out with the A/C on I still averaged 22 MPG. I only … use Regular gas and it runs fine. This is a keeper for a long time. Buy one, they are out there for good prices. You won't regret it!
Dream car
4 out of 5 starsGreg Caron, 09/26/2016
2005 Chrysler 300 C Rwd 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
I fell in love with these cars about 8 years ago when I had one as a rental. When it was time to buy another "new" used car I shopped specifically for this. I had quite a time because I wanted the C model in black with lower miles. I ended up driving 630 miles to & 630 miles back to get it & I love it so far. The C is loaded & has a Hemi...I recommend the Hemi for the power. It only gets … 2 mpg less than the 6 cyl 3.5 & I average over 25 mpg on freeway. The interior is very comfortable, it brakes very well & handles well. The sound system is awesome but because the car is 11 years old the navigation system is outdated & has no touch screen or back up camera. For the price of the disc required to update I can buy an after market unit that has all of these features & it will fit right into the dash w/o modifications. There are outstanding airbag recalls that I will have to take care of & the worst thing is that when you fill up the car all the way it stalls. This is a known problem with this & several Chrysler cars & fortunately about 2 years ago they finally agreed to extend a lifetime warranty to the gas tank which will need to be replaced. I have arranged to take it in to dealership & this work will be free of charge. Overall for as nice as this car is, with only 75,000 miles & for the price I paid...$8750 I believe its a bargain. They are out there to be found but some dealers think they are worth $10-12k...Don't pay that. Find one & stick to your guns. Many of the dealers who initially laughed at my offer are now calling me ready to sell after sitting on there cars for a couple months...but of course they are too late.
Awesome ! High perfomance car!
5 out of 5 starsGmedina, 07/31/2015
2005 Chrysler 300 SRT-8 Rwd 4dr Sedan (6.1L 8cyl 5A)
I just bought an 05 300 C SRT 8 and I'm loving this car! it reminded me of my prime time when I used to have a 77 Trans Am ! I never taught I would see another car like that 77 (performance and handling ...even looks)and this SRT 8 really exceeded my expectations.
2005 300 Highlights
Sedan
Base
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $23,405 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 21 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $160/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 15.6 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the 300 include:
- Alarm
- Stability Control
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalMarginal
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintAcceptable
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