2003 Chrysler 300M Review
Price Estimate: $329 - $533





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Performance with room for the whole family, low price.
Cons
- Automatic only, lacks key features, low-grade interior materials.
What’s new
For 2003, Chrysler introduces the option of a factory-installed Sirius Satellite Radio, a first for Chrysler vehicles. Other changes to the 2003 Chrysler 300M include an updated audio system that features a six-disc CD changer in place of the old four-disc unit.
Edmunds says
A big, brash American luxury sedan that can make time on a twisty road.
For sale near Nashua, NH
3 listings
- 113,246 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
- 16 City / 25 Hwy MPG
- H J Smith Automobiles (1,552 mi away)
- Leather Seats
- Upgraded Headlights
- Power Driver Seat
- Tire Pressure Warnin...
- Auto Climate Control
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Located in Hurst, TX
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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:
19 Combined MPG (16 City/25 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 2C3AE76K23H580153
Stock: 580153
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 05-19-2024- 133,880 miles
- No accidents, 4 owners, rental vehicle
- 16 City / 25 Hwy MPG
- Essence Autos (1,593 mi away)
- Leather Seats
- Power Driver Seat
- Auto Climate Control
- Trip Computer
- Rear Bench Seats
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Located in Houston, TX
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: No
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:
19 Combined MPG (16 City/25 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 2C3HE66G63H562808
Stock: 562808
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in New Hampshire
$190/mo for 300M Base
300M Base
vs
$200/mo
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Chrysler 300M Owner Reviews
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Love Hate Relationship (stay away from the special)
2.63 out of 5 starsbusinessharmon, 01/17/2015
2003 Chrysler 300M Special 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
I bought this car in 2012 with 115,000 miles on it and Route 66 extended warranty. At first it was really fun to drive it handled great, sounded great really comfortable. In 2013 it had a Rod berring issue and the engine had to be replaced. It was replaced with a new engine with 80k mi. it lasted a year December 2014 with rod berring issues again. Replaced it again with 80k mi costing … $1,100 (only cause its bank owned). The Chrysler 300m special has a bad engine which is the EGK engine only made for the Special with 255hp. Chrysler never recalled it. So if you buy this car at 115k and its the Special get ready for a Headache.
Chrysler is hit and miss, 300m is a hit!
4.63 out of 5 starsmrnest, 05/29/2010
2003 Chrysler 300M Special 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
Purchased new in '03. Car has a bit over 100k on it now and has never had a single problem. Up to spec with most new cars in terms of power, handling, looks, overall enjoyability. Interior should be an upgrade from standard Chrysler fare for the 300m but is okay with the carbon fiber trim though. Car has plenty of power, interior room, great handling, and is stone cold reliable. The 18" … wheels definitely make the car noisier, though. Also, the "special" is lower in the front so watch out for those high curbs! If you hit one it can bring the bumper out of alignment. Drawbacks of having a performance car. Absolutely love this car, they should have kept this one and made the newer 300 separate
Great car and at a great price
5 out of 5 starshank, 09/28/2018
2003 Chrysler 300M Special 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
I have owned 2 of these cars over the years and my wife still has hers as well. They have generally been very reliable cars that handle well and stop on a dime. I have serious issues with some of the engine failure reports I read on this site since I drive my 300m very hard and have hit the 6500 rpm redline very often with no engine issues at all. I had over 135k on my first one and … 125k on my present 300m special and the biggest problem I had was a failed Japanese Denso map sensor at 120k miles. I replaced with the original with a better quality Mopar US version for 35.00. These are good reliable cars if maintained correctly with fluid changes as required in the owners manual. Also only use the lighter weight oil they tell you to use, using too heavy an oil and the bearings will spin in any newer engine!!!
Worst car ever made and worst ever owned
2 out of 5 starsnhevinw007, 07/26/2011
2003 Chrysler 300M 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
There is only one brand that where there are actual websites dedicated to the hate of these vehicles and all things the terrible company makes.
The exterior of this vehicle is fairly nice, and the interior is roomy and comfortable. That is the good.
It chews up rotors and pads.
The paint started coming off at 90,000 miles.
I have replaced 7 crank shaft sensors, 5 cam shaft sensors, 1 A/C … compressor, at least 9 windshield wipers, and the oil has leaked since the week we bought it.
It stalls all the time, and now the tranny is starting to go out.
All I do is feel sorry for anyone who buys a car made by this company.
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2003 300M Highlights
Base
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $28,885 |
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Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 19 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $190/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 16.8 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the 300M include:
- Tire Pressure Warning
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver3 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger3 / 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 – OriginalAcceptable
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintAcceptable
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