2019 Chrysler 300

The base model Chrysler 300 is the V6 Touring and the pricing starts at $29,220. The range-topping model is the 300C which is equipped with the 5.7-liter HEMI V8 and starts at $41,700. Between them is the Touring L, with a base MSRP of $32,865; the 300 S with a starting price of $36,395; and the 300 Limited which comes in at $38,245. The prices listed here are excluding licensing, registration, taxes and a $1,495 destination fee.

While the Chrysler 300 has 'S' trim lines and is set up to be firmer than it was before, a sports sedan this is not. The S model adds suspension with a sportier setup which improves handling and counters the wallowiness of the standard model, however, this still remains a relatively unsporting car.

The Chrysler 300 comes with adaptive steering, which provides light steering at low speeds and heavier steering at higher speeds. The system is intended to make tasks such as parking easier, without losing a sense of control at highway speeds. The system does, however, lack any real sense of feel - again belying the sporty inferences of the S denomination. The stiffer suspension prevents excessive body roll but doesn't eradicate it altogether, and there's still a fair amount when cornering. Because of 300's weight, the tires run out of grip when pressed, contradicting any sporting connotations of the S moniker. However, the sportier suspension of the 300S improves ride comfort, dealing with large bumps better while managing secondary imperfections more smoothly too.

总的来说,300年是光滑但不鼓舞人的。但仍r, to the 300's credit, as one of the only remaining rear-wheel drive vehicles in this class, there is the ability to steer with the throttle, provided you're willing to overcome the limits of adhesion, which gives the 300 a sense of dynamism others lack.

The 300 is an aging sedan, but one that trades on stylish appeal and an abundance of interior comfort. The suspension tends to be overly soft, with not even the firmer setup on the S living up to its sporty name. Both available engines provide a good amount of grunt for a vehicle this size, and the rear-wheel drive nature is appreciated in a segment in which most have transitioned to front-wheel drive. Of the two engines, though, the V8 is more characterful and is definitely the recommended pick.

Despite Chrysler updating the tech to modern standards, the interior shows its age. The touchscreen infotainment system offers a wide range of features while remaining quick and intuitive. The 300 can be had with a decent array of advanced safety features, but they're only optional, where rivals offer them as standard. The abundance of interior space and its lounge-like appeal is where the 300 shines.

The Chrysler 300 is a good full-size sedan but ultimately feels its age. There are newer rivals which are more efficient and more tech-laden. If you're after the theater of a rear-wheel drive V8, the 300 is still a solid choice, but for more contemporary traits a Genesis G80 ticks all the luxury and performance boxes.

The pick of the bunch in terms of value and available options is the Chrysler 300S with pricing starting at $36,395, which puts it in the middle of the model range. The standard 3.6-liter V6 gains an additional 8 hp pushing power up to 300 hp, while the 300S is also available with the 363-hp V8. Further adding to the 'S' moniker of this model, the vehicle gets the sport-tuned suspension to improve the car's handling dynamics. The standard equipment includes Nappa leather sports bucket seats and also remote start with keyless entry. The available options are as comprehensive for this package as the top of the line models, with the SafetyTec Plus being available and worth the extra payout in our opinion. This trim level represents the best point between budget and equipment and is definitely the first one we would have a look at. The 300S also comes standard with the 20-inch 'Black Noise' wheels, black exterior detailing such as light surrounds, and a black grille with black chrome surround.

The Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger are natural competitors, riding on the same FCA group platform. However, while these two cars may share a platform, they are aimed at different types of buyers. The 300 and Charger both have similar front legroom and headroom, with only slightly less headroom in the rear for the Dodge Charger. The interior quality in the Charger is of a lesser standard, with the 300 boasting a higher quality fit and finish.

Both cars come equipped with either V6 or V8 motors, which are shared between the two brands, but in the Chrysler 300, the V8 develops 363 hp, while in the Dodge Charger it produces 370 hp. The performance is highly comparable as a result, so deciding on which to buy depends on what you're looking for in a car; for luxury, it's the Chrysler 300 which is much softer and more luxurious, while for a more performance-focused package it would be the Dodge Charger. The 5.7-liter V8 is the top of the line performance variant for the Chrysler 300, while in the Charger it is only the middle of the performance range, with the 485-hp SRT and 707-hp Hellcat sitting above it, giving the Dodge the performance edge.

Both the 300 and Altima occupy the same full-size sedan segment, going about it in an entirely different manner. The Altima only offers four-cylinder motors for 2019, with a base NA 2.5-liter and a 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder that produces 237 hp and 267 lb-ft of torque. The Altima also weighs almost 600 lbs less than the Chrysler 300, making it more competitive against the heavy 300 despite the V6's power advantage of 292 hp.

The biggest selling point for the Altima is the pricing with the Altima Edition One, the top-spec model, starting at $35,750, which is comparable to the Chrysler 300S with the V6 and RWD. A look at the spec sheet shows that it comes as a fully specced car, which includes driver aids such as forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking and lane keep assist as standard, and those functions aren't even standard fitment on the top of the range Chrysler 300C. The Altima offers an abundance of space and comfort, along with high safety standards, making it a better objective pick against the 300.