Chrysler 300 & Dodge Charger “Dub Edition”

Chrysler LLC has joined forces with the tuning specialists at DUB Magazine to create limited edition versions of the Chrysler 300 Touring and Dodge Charger SXT, both of which will go on sale later this spring. Powered by a 250Hp 3.5L V6 matted to a 5-speed automatic gearbox, the Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger “DUB Edition” models get a series of exterior enhancements including chrome mirror capsvand a MOPAR chrome honeycomb grille. -Continued

The Chrysler 300 also feature chrome exterior door handles and side mirror caps along with “DUB Edition” badges. In addition, each “DUB Edition” Charger features a body-colour spoiler and fog lamps. Both models are equipped with 20-inch alloys wrapped around with 245/45R20 tires while buyers can choose from four exterior colours -red, black, silver and vanilla. The limited edition Charger is also available in Dark Titanium.

Inside, both models get dark grey leather-trimmed seats embossed with the DUB logo which is also featured on the floor mats. Additionally, the Charger is equipped with leather steering wheel and shifter knob. Finally, both models are offered with a MyGIG Multimedia Infotainment System combined with a 13-speaker KICKER surround-sound system and a 322W KICKER amplifier. The Charger also features a 200-watt KICKER subwoofer while the 300 Touring, a 100-watt subwoofer from the same company.

Chrysler LLC intends to build 1,385 Chrysler 300 and 2,180 Dodge Charger “DUB Edition” models for the U.S., priced at $33,140 and $30,235 respectively.

Geneva Preview: 2008 Chrysler 300C by STARTECH

Making its debut at the Geneva Motor Show, the STARTECH tuned Chrysler 300C Sedan and Wagon versions feature a full bodykit consisting of a front spoiler, custom-tailored mounting elements with daylight running light on the front bumper, rear spoiler, matrix chrome grille and rocker panels with four integrated LED entry lights. The sedan version also gets a roof spoiler.

The 300C’s appearance is completed by the sport springs and rear shocks that lower the ride height by some 40 millimeters along with custom-tailored STARTECH Monostar IV wheels in diameters of 20 or 22 inches. The largest tire/wheel combination features the fully polished five-spoke wheels with tires in size 265/30 ZR 22. -Continued

Inside, the German tuner offers buyers a series of accessories including scuff plates with illuminated STARTECH logo, a high-quality completion set for the wood trim, leather door trim and armrests, a sport-steering-wheel, aluminum shifter and pedal, as well as chrome-plated aluminum door-lock pins.

For the 300C 3.0 CRD STARTECH offers the SD6 tuning kit that bumps power output of the 3.0-liter V6 common-rail turbodiesel engine from standard 218 hp to 262 hp and torque from 510 Nm to 580 Nm (376 to 428 lb-ft). The sprint from rest to 100 km/h (62 mph) is shortened from 7.6 (wagon: 7.9) seconds to 7.2 (Touring: 7.5) seconds. Top speed grows to 238 (wagon: 232) km/h (149 and 145 mph respectively).

Geneva Preview: 2008 Chrysler 300C by STARTECH

Making its debut at the Geneva Motor Show, the STARTECH tuned Chrysler 300C Sedan and Wagon versions feature a full bodykit consisting of a front spoiler, custom-tailored mounting elements with daylight running light on the front bumper, rear spoiler, matrix chrome grille and rocker panels with four integrated LED entry lights. The sedan version also gets a roof spoiler.

The 300C’s appearance is completed by the sport springs and rear shocks that lower the ride height by some 40 millimeters along with custom-tailored STARTECH Monostar IV wheels in diameters of 20 or 22 inches. The largest tire/wheel combination features the fully polished five-spoke wheels with tires in size 265/30 ZR 22. -Continued

Inside, the German tuner offers buyers a series of accessories including scuff plates with illuminated STARTECH logo, a high-quality completion set for the wood trim, leather door trim and armrests, a sport-steering-wheel, aluminum shifter and pedal, as well as chrome-plated aluminum door-lock pins.

For the 300C 3.0 CRD STARTECH offers the SD6 tuning kit that bumps power output of the 3.0-liter V6 common-rail turbodiesel engine from standard 218 hp to 262 hp and torque from 510 Nm to 580 Nm (376 to 428 lb-ft). The sprint from rest to 100 km/h (62 mph) is shortened from 7.6 (wagon: 7.9) seconds to 7.2 (Touring: 7.5) seconds. Top speed grows to 238 (wagon: 232) km/h (149 and 145 mph respectively).

Geneva Preview: 2008 Chrysler 300C by STARTECH

Making its debut at the Geneva Motor Show, the STARTECH tuned Chrysler 300C Sedan and Wagon versions feature a full bodykit consisting of a front spoiler, custom-tailored mounting elements with daylight running light on the front bumper, rear spoiler, matrix chrome grille and rocker panels with four integrated LED entry lights. The sedan version also gets a roof spoiler.

The 300C’s appearance is completed by the sport springs and rear shocks that lower the ride height by some 40 millimeters along with custom-tailored STARTECH Monostar IV wheels in diameters of 20 or 22 inches. The largest tire/wheel combination features the fully polished five-spoke wheels with tires in size 265/30 ZR 22. -Continued

Inside, the German tuner offers buyers a series of accessories including scuff plates with illuminated STARTECH logo, a high-quality completion set for the wood trim, leather door trim and armrests, a sport-steering-wheel, aluminum shifter and pedal, as well as chrome-plated aluminum door-lock pins.

For the 300C 3.0 CRD STARTECH offers the SD6 tuning kit that bumps power output of the 3.0-liter V6 common-rail turbodiesel engine from standard 218 hp to 262 hp and torque from 510 Nm to 580 Nm (376 to 428 lb-ft). The sprint from rest to 100 km/h (62 mph) is shortened from 7.6 (wagon: 7.9) seconds to 7.2 (Touring: 7.5) seconds. Top speed grows to 238 (wagon: 232) km/h (149 and 145 mph respectively).

Geneva Preview: 2008 Chrysler 300C by STARTECH

Making its debut at the Geneva Motor Show, the STARTECH tuned Chrysler 300C Sedan and Wagon versions feature a full bodykit consisting of a front spoiler, custom-tailored mounting elements with daylight running light on the front bumper, rear spoiler, matrix chrome grille and rocker panels with four integrated LED entry lights. The sedan version also gets a roof spoiler.

The 300C’s appearance is completed by the sport springs and rear shocks that lower the ride height by some 40 millimeters along with custom-tailored STARTECH Monostar IV wheels in diameters of 20 or 22 inches. The largest tire/wheel combination features the fully polished five-spoke wheels with tires in size 265/30 ZR 22. -Continued

Inside, the German tuner offers buyers a series of accessories including scuff plates with illuminated STARTECH logo, a high-quality completion set for the wood trim, leather door trim and armrests, a sport-steering-wheel, aluminum shifter and pedal, as well as chrome-plated aluminum door-lock pins.

For the 300C 3.0 CRD STARTECH offers the SD6 tuning kit that bumps power output of the 3.0-liter V6 common-rail turbodiesel engine from standard 218 hp to 262 hp and torque from 510 Nm to 580 Nm (376 to 428 lb-ft). The sprint from rest to 100 km/h (62 mph) is shortened from 7.6 (wagon: 7.9) seconds to 7.2 (Touring: 7.5) seconds. Top speed grows to 238 (wagon: 232) km/h (149 and 145 mph respectively).

Chrysler UK Launches Diesel-Powered 300C SRT-Design

Along with the introduction of the slightly revised MY2008 300C in the UK market, Chrysler added a new version into the car’s range, the diesel powered SRT-Design that will be available as a saloon or a Touring. Before you get all puffed up, the SRT-Design is nothing more than a 300C 3.0 V6 CRD 215HP equipped with SRT design elements.

That translates into SRT 20-inch alloy wheels and wheel arch spats as well as a chrome mesh grille on the outside while inside, the SRT-Design features MyGIG satellite navigation, an SRT-8 steering wheel, SRT-8 leather sports seats and carbon fibre interior details. Prices are set at £32,495 or $63,900 for the Saloon and at £33,245 and $65,400 for the Touring model. –Details after the jump

PRESS RELEASE:

CHRYSLER REFRESHES 300C FOR 2008 AND LAUNCHES NEW DIESEL-POWERED SRT MODEL

The Chrysler 300C is already the most striking vehicle on the road for less than £30,000 – and for 2008 Chrysler will make the 300C stand out even more – with a revised exterior and an updated interior across the range. Chrysler will also launch an entirely new model in the UK – the diesel-powered ‘SRT-Design’.

The exterior of the 300C has been refreshed for 2008 with changes to the rear fascia and rear light clusters. The rear saloon boot lid is also new and now incorporates an integrated spoiler and high-mounted stop light.

The interior design has been enhanced with a new instrument panel and centre console design, highlighted with satin silver bezels. Soft touch surfaces on arm rests and door panels add to the comfortable interior while the new dark interior colour adds to the sophisticated feel. A new ignition key with one-touch start-up, a fully adjustable steering wheel as well as LED lighting in the front cup holders and front and rear door pockets all provide additional driver convenience.

In addition, seat-mounted airbags have been added to the front and side-curtain airbags to the rear for increased driver and passenger safety.

The MyGIG infotainment system is a new option that offers owners the very latest integrated onboard systems. There’s MP3 player compatibility, a touch screen controlled navigation system featuring outstandingly clear graphical maps as well as the ability to store up to approximately 1600 songs on an integrated 20GB hard drive. The UConnect Hands-free Communication System uses Bluetooth technology to provide voice-activated wireless communication.

The 300C SRT-Design model includes all of these refinements and adds all the visual enhancements that make the high-performance SRT-8 such a crowd pleaser. The SRT-Design is available as a saloon or a Touring and features the economical 3.0-litre V6 diesel engine. SRT-Design features include SRT 20-inch alloy wheels and wheel arch spats as well as a chrome mesh grille. Inside, the SRT-Design gets MyGIG satellite navigation as standard as well as an SRT-8 steering wheel, SRT-8 leather sports seats and carbon fibre interior details.

Simon Elliott, Managing Director of Chrysler UK Ltd, said: “We have sold more than 6,000 cars since the launch in 2005 and this means the 300C has been a huge success story for Chrysler in the UK. We have struggled to keep up with customer demand since launch and this sustained popularity has helped make sure that it has maintained a very healthy residual value and this bodes well for our future success.

“While the 300C SRT-8 is still one of the most affordable performance cars on the block the diesel-powered SRT-Design model means you get all the looks with the everyday driving benefits of our 3.0-litre diesel engine. The changes to the interior help take the 300C to a whole new level but the changes do not detract from what has made the 300C such a success – it remains a great looking, well-equipped and a very competitively priced car.”

Standard features on the Chrysler 300C include Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) and an all-speed Traction Control System, front and rear side-curtain airbags, xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps, rain-sensing windscreen wipers and a rear park assist system. A leather interior, air-conditioning and heated driver and front passenger seats also come as standard on all vehicles in the range.

The 2008 300C Saloon comes with a choice of two engines in the UK: a 3.0-litre V-6 engine that produces 215 bhp at 3800 rpm and 376 lb.-ft. of torque from just 1600 rpm, and a mighty 6.1-litre V8 Hemi SRT-8 petrol engine that produces 425 bhp at 6,200 rpm and 420 lb.-ft of torque at 4800 rpm. The 2008 300C Touring offers the 3.0-litre V-6 engine.

Prices:

3.0 V6 CRD auto Saloon - £27,495

3.0 V6 CRD auto Touring - £28,495

3.0 V6 CRD SRT-Design auto Saloon - £32,495

3.0 V6 CRD SRT-Design auto Touring - £33,245

6.1 V8 Hemi SRT-8 Petrol auto saloon - £40,995

Interior Specification changes for 2008:
The new interior dashboard materials, colours and textures, along with the new atmospheric lighting, help to lift the ambience of the 300C interior to an even higher level of luxury. Here is a complete list of the improved features:

• MyGIG Multimedia Infotainment System with MP3 compatibility (optional)
• Satellite navigation, which also includes UConnect (Bluetooth) and MP3 player interface (optional)
• Cupholders in centre console
• Centre console arm rest
• LED lighting in front cup holders and front and rear door pockets
• Single disc CD/DVD radio with MP3 jack
• Dark Slate Grey leather interior

Exterior Specification changes for 2008:

• Rear lamp clusters
• Boot lid and rear lip spoiler
• Centre mounted stop lamp
• 18-inch alloy wheels
• Roof mounted antenna
• Automatic headlamps
• Body side mouldings

300C SRT-Design Saloon and Touring (extra specification in addition to standard model):

• 20-inch alloy wheels
• SRT wheel arch spats
• Chrome mesh grille
• MyGIG satellite navigation as standard
• SRT-8 steering wheel
• SRT-8 leather sports seats
• SRT-8 door trim
• SRT-8 body coloured exterior mirrors and door handles
• Carbon fibre interior details
• Upgraded Boston Acoustic Audio system (saloon only)

Chrysler UK Launches Diesel-Powered 300C SRT-Design

Along with the introduction of the slightly revised MY2008 300C in the UK market, Chrysler added a new version into the car’s range, the diesel powered SRT-Design that will be available as a saloon or a Touring. Before you get all puffed up, the SRT-Design is nothing more than a 300C 3.0 V6 CRD 215HP equipped with SRT design elements.

That translates into SRT 20-inch alloy wheels and wheel arch spats as well as a chrome mesh grille on the outside while inside, the SRT-Design features MyGIG satellite navigation, an SRT-8 steering wheel, SRT-8 leather sports seats and carbon fibre interior details. Prices are set at £32,495 or $63,900 for the Saloon and at £33,245 and $65,400 for the Touring model. –Details after the jump

PRESS RELEASE:

CHRYSLER REFRESHES 300C FOR 2008 AND LAUNCHES NEW DIESEL-POWERED SRT MODEL

The Chrysler 300C is already the most striking vehicle on the road for less than £30,000 – and for 2008 Chrysler will make the 300C stand out even more – with a revised exterior and an updated interior across the range. Chrysler will also launch an entirely new model in the UK – the diesel-powered ‘SRT-Design’.

The exterior of the 300C has been refreshed for 2008 with changes to the rear fascia and rear light clusters. The rear saloon boot lid is also new and now incorporates an integrated spoiler and high-mounted stop light.

The interior design has been enhanced with a new instrument panel and centre console design, highlighted with satin silver bezels. Soft touch surfaces on arm rests and door panels add to the comfortable interior while the new dark interior colour adds to the sophisticated feel. A new ignition key with one-touch start-up, a fully adjustable steering wheel as well as LED lighting in the front cup holders and front and rear door pockets all provide additional driver convenience.

In addition, seat-mounted airbags have been added to the front and side-curtain airbags to the rear for increased driver and passenger safety.

The MyGIG infotainment system is a new option that offers owners the very latest integrated onboard systems. There’s MP3 player compatibility, a touch screen controlled navigation system featuring outstandingly clear graphical maps as well as the ability to store up to approximately 1600 songs on an integrated 20GB hard drive. The UConnect Hands-free Communication System uses Bluetooth technology to provide voice-activated wireless communication.

The 300C SRT-Design model includes all of these refinements and adds all the visual enhancements that make the high-performance SRT-8 such a crowd pleaser. The SRT-Design is available as a saloon or a Touring and features the economical 3.0-litre V6 diesel engine. SRT-Design features include SRT 20-inch alloy wheels and wheel arch spats as well as a chrome mesh grille. Inside, the SRT-Design gets MyGIG satellite navigation as standard as well as an SRT-8 steering wheel, SRT-8 leather sports seats and carbon fibre interior details.

Simon Elliott, Managing Director of Chrysler UK Ltd, said: “We have sold more than 6,000 cars since the launch in 2005 and this means the 300C has been a huge success story for Chrysler in the UK. We have struggled to keep up with customer demand since launch and this sustained popularity has helped make sure that it has maintained a very healthy residual value and this bodes well for our future success.

“While the 300C SRT-8 is still one of the most affordable performance cars on the block the diesel-powered SRT-Design model means you get all the looks with the everyday driving benefits of our 3.0-litre diesel engine. The changes to the interior help take the 300C to a whole new level but the changes do not detract from what has made the 300C such a success – it remains a great looking, well-equipped and a very competitively priced car.”

Standard features on the Chrysler 300C include Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) and an all-speed Traction Control System, front and rear side-curtain airbags, xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps, rain-sensing windscreen wipers and a rear park assist system. A leather interior, air-conditioning and heated driver and front passenger seats also come as standard on all vehicles in the range.

The 2008 300C Saloon comes with a choice of two engines in the UK: a 3.0-litre V-6 engine that produces 215 bhp at 3800 rpm and 376 lb.-ft. of torque from just 1600 rpm, and a mighty 6.1-litre V8 Hemi SRT-8 petrol engine that produces 425 bhp at 6,200 rpm and 420 lb.-ft of torque at 4800 rpm. The 2008 300C Touring offers the 3.0-litre V-6 engine.

Prices:

3.0 V6 CRD auto Saloon - £27,495

3.0 V6 CRD auto Touring - £28,495

3.0 V6 CRD SRT-Design auto Saloon - £32,495

3.0 V6 CRD SRT-Design auto Touring - £33,245

6.1 V8 Hemi SRT-8 Petrol auto saloon - £40,995

Interior Specification changes for 2008:
The new interior dashboard materials, colours and textures, along with the new atmospheric lighting, help to lift the ambience of the 300C interior to an even higher level of luxury. Here is a complete list of the improved features:

• MyGIG Multimedia Infotainment System with MP3 compatibility (optional)
• Satellite navigation, which also includes UConnect (Bluetooth) and MP3 player interface (optional)
• Cupholders in centre console
• Centre console arm rest
• LED lighting in front cup holders and front and rear door pockets
• Single disc CD/DVD radio with MP3 jack
• Dark Slate Grey leather interior

Exterior Specification changes for 2008:

• Rear lamp clusters
• Boot lid and rear lip spoiler
• Centre mounted stop lamp
• 18-inch alloy wheels
• Roof mounted antenna
• Automatic headlamps
• Body side mouldings

300C SRT-Design Saloon and Touring (extra specification in addition to standard model):

• 20-inch alloy wheels
• SRT wheel arch spats
• Chrome mesh grille
• MyGIG satellite navigation as standard
• SRT-8 steering wheel
• SRT-8 leather sports seats
• SRT-8 door trim
• SRT-8 body coloured exterior mirrors and door handles
• Carbon fibre interior details
• Upgraded Boston Acoustic Audio system (saloon only)

Chrysler UK Launches Diesel-Powered 300C SRT-Design

Along with the introduction of the slightly revised MY2008 300C in the UK market, Chrysler added a new version into the car’s range, the diesel powered SRT-Design that will be available as a saloon or a Touring. Before you get all puffed up, the SRT-Design is nothing more than a 300C 3.0 V6 CRD 215HP equipped with SRT design elements.

That translates into SRT 20-inch alloy wheels and wheel arch spats as well as a chrome mesh grille on the outside while inside, the SRT-Design features MyGIG satellite navigation, an SRT-8 steering wheel, SRT-8 leather sports seats and carbon fibre interior details. Prices are set at £32,495 or $63,900 for the Saloon and at £33,245 and $65,400 for the Touring model. –Details after the jump

PRESS RELEASE:

CHRYSLER REFRESHES 300C FOR 2008 AND LAUNCHES NEW DIESEL-POWERED SRT MODEL

The Chrysler 300C is already the most striking vehicle on the road for less than £30,000 – and for 2008 Chrysler will make the 300C stand out even more – with a revised exterior and an updated interior across the range. Chrysler will also launch an entirely new model in the UK – the diesel-powered ‘SRT-Design’.

The exterior of the 300C has been refreshed for 2008 with changes to the rear fascia and rear light clusters. The rear saloon boot lid is also new and now incorporates an integrated spoiler and high-mounted stop light.

The interior design has been enhanced with a new instrument panel and centre console design, highlighted with satin silver bezels. Soft touch surfaces on arm rests and door panels add to the comfortable interior while the new dark interior colour adds to the sophisticated feel. A new ignition key with one-touch start-up, a fully adjustable steering wheel as well as LED lighting in the front cup holders and front and rear door pockets all provide additional driver convenience.

In addition, seat-mounted airbags have been added to the front and side-curtain airbags to the rear for increased driver and passenger safety.

The MyGIG infotainment system is a new option that offers owners the very latest integrated onboard systems. There’s MP3 player compatibility, a touch screen controlled navigation system featuring outstandingly clear graphical maps as well as the ability to store up to approximately 1600 songs on an integrated 20GB hard drive. The UConnect Hands-free Communication System uses Bluetooth technology to provide voice-activated wireless communication.

The 300C SRT-Design model includes all of these refinements and adds all the visual enhancements that make the high-performance SRT-8 such a crowd pleaser. The SRT-Design is available as a saloon or a Touring and features the economical 3.0-litre V6 diesel engine. SRT-Design features include SRT 20-inch alloy wheels and wheel arch spats as well as a chrome mesh grille. Inside, the SRT-Design gets MyGIG satellite navigation as standard as well as an SRT-8 steering wheel, SRT-8 leather sports seats and carbon fibre interior details.

Simon Elliott, Managing Director of Chrysler UK Ltd, said: “We have sold more than 6,000 cars since the launch in 2005 and this means the 300C has been a huge success story for Chrysler in the UK. We have struggled to keep up with customer demand since launch and this sustained popularity has helped make sure that it has maintained a very healthy residual value and this bodes well for our future success.

“While the 300C SRT-8 is still one of the most affordable performance cars on the block the diesel-powered SRT-Design model means you get all the looks with the everyday driving benefits of our 3.0-litre diesel engine. The changes to the interior help take the 300C to a whole new level but the changes do not detract from what has made the 300C such a success – it remains a great looking, well-equipped and a very competitively priced car.”

Standard features on the Chrysler 300C include Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) and an all-speed Traction Control System, front and rear side-curtain airbags, xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps, rain-sensing windscreen wipers and a rear park assist system. A leather interior, air-conditioning and heated driver and front passenger seats also come as standard on all vehicles in the range.

The 2008 300C Saloon comes with a choice of two engines in the UK: a 3.0-litre V-6 engine that produces 215 bhp at 3800 rpm and 376 lb.-ft. of torque from just 1600 rpm, and a mighty 6.1-litre V8 Hemi SRT-8 petrol engine that produces 425 bhp at 6,200 rpm and 420 lb.-ft of torque at 4800 rpm. The 2008 300C Touring offers the 3.0-litre V-6 engine.

Prices:

3.0 V6 CRD auto Saloon - £27,495

3.0 V6 CRD auto Touring - £28,495

3.0 V6 CRD SRT-Design auto Saloon - £32,495

3.0 V6 CRD SRT-Design auto Touring - £33,245

6.1 V8 Hemi SRT-8 Petrol auto saloon - £40,995

Interior Specification changes for 2008:
The new interior dashboard materials, colours and textures, along with the new atmospheric lighting, help to lift the ambience of the 300C interior to an even higher level of luxury. Here is a complete list of the improved features:

• MyGIG Multimedia Infotainment System with MP3 compatibility (optional)
• Satellite navigation, which also includes UConnect (Bluetooth) and MP3 player interface (optional)
• Cupholders in centre console
• Centre console arm rest
• LED lighting in front cup holders and front and rear door pockets
• Single disc CD/DVD radio with MP3 jack
• Dark Slate Grey leather interior

Exterior Specification changes for 2008:

• Rear lamp clusters
• Boot lid and rear lip spoiler
• Centre mounted stop lamp
• 18-inch alloy wheels
• Roof mounted antenna
• Automatic headlamps
• Body side mouldings

300C SRT-Design Saloon and Touring (extra specification in addition to standard model):

• 20-inch alloy wheels
• SRT wheel arch spats
• Chrome mesh grille
• MyGIG satellite navigation as standard
• SRT-8 steering wheel
• SRT-8 leather sports seats
• SRT-8 door trim
• SRT-8 body coloured exterior mirrors and door handles
• Carbon fibre interior details
• Upgraded Boston Acoustic Audio system (saloon only)

Chrysler UK Launches Diesel-Powered 300C SRT-Design

Along with the introduction of the slightly revised MY2008 300C in the UK market, Chrysler added a new version into the car’s range, the diesel powered SRT-Design that will be available as a saloon or a Touring. Before you get all puffed up, the SRT-Design is nothing more than a 300C 3.0 V6 CRD 215HP equipped with SRT design elements.

That translates into SRT 20-inch alloy wheels and wheel arch spats as well as a chrome mesh grille on the outside while inside, the SRT-Design features MyGIG satellite navigation, an SRT-8 steering wheel, SRT-8 leather sports seats and carbon fibre interior details. Prices are set at £32,495 or $63,900 for the Saloon and at £33,245 and $65,400 for the Touring model. –Details after the jump

PRESS RELEASE:

CHRYSLER REFRESHES 300C FOR 2008 AND LAUNCHES NEW DIESEL-POWERED SRT MODEL

The Chrysler 300C is already the most striking vehicle on the road for less than £30,000 – and for 2008 Chrysler will make the 300C stand out even more – with a revised exterior and an updated interior across the range. Chrysler will also launch an entirely new model in the UK – the diesel-powered ‘SRT-Design’.

The exterior of the 300C has been refreshed for 2008 with changes to the rear fascia and rear light clusters. The rear saloon boot lid is also new and now incorporates an integrated spoiler and high-mounted stop light.

The interior design has been enhanced with a new instrument panel and centre console design, highlighted with satin silver bezels. Soft touch surfaces on arm rests and door panels add to the comfortable interior while the new dark interior colour adds to the sophisticated feel. A new ignition key with one-touch start-up, a fully adjustable steering wheel as well as LED lighting in the front cup holders and front and rear door pockets all provide additional driver convenience.

In addition, seat-mounted airbags have been added to the front and side-curtain airbags to the rear for increased driver and passenger safety.

The MyGIG infotainment system is a new option that offers owners the very latest integrated onboard systems. There’s MP3 player compatibility, a touch screen controlled navigation system featuring outstandingly clear graphical maps as well as the ability to store up to approximately 1600 songs on an integrated 20GB hard drive. The UConnect Hands-free Communication System uses Bluetooth technology to provide voice-activated wireless communication.

The 300C SRT-Design model includes all of these refinements and adds all the visual enhancements that make the high-performance SRT-8 such a crowd pleaser. The SRT-Design is available as a saloon or a Touring and features the economical 3.0-litre V6 diesel engine. SRT-Design features include SRT 20-inch alloy wheels and wheel arch spats as well as a chrome mesh grille. Inside, the SRT-Design gets MyGIG satellite navigation as standard as well as an SRT-8 steering wheel, SRT-8 leather sports seats and carbon fibre interior details.

Simon Elliott, Managing Director of Chrysler UK Ltd, said: “We have sold more than 6,000 cars since the launch in 2005 and this means the 300C has been a huge success story for Chrysler in the UK. We have struggled to keep up with customer demand since launch and this sustained popularity has helped make sure that it has maintained a very healthy residual value and this bodes well for our future success.

“While the 300C SRT-8 is still one of the most affordable performance cars on the block the diesel-powered SRT-Design model means you get all the looks with the everyday driving benefits of our 3.0-litre diesel engine. The changes to the interior help take the 300C to a whole new level but the changes do not detract from what has made the 300C such a success – it remains a great looking, well-equipped and a very competitively priced car.”

Standard features on the Chrysler 300C include Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) and an all-speed Traction Control System, front and rear side-curtain airbags, xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps, rain-sensing windscreen wipers and a rear park assist system. A leather interior, air-conditioning and heated driver and front passenger seats also come as standard on all vehicles in the range.

The 2008 300C Saloon comes with a choice of two engines in the UK: a 3.0-litre V-6 engine that produces 215 bhp at 3800 rpm and 376 lb.-ft. of torque from just 1600 rpm, and a mighty 6.1-litre V8 Hemi SRT-8 petrol engine that produces 425 bhp at 6,200 rpm and 420 lb.-ft of torque at 4800 rpm. The 2008 300C Touring offers the 3.0-litre V-6 engine.

Prices:

3.0 V6 CRD auto Saloon - £27,495

3.0 V6 CRD auto Touring - £28,495

3.0 V6 CRD SRT-Design auto Saloon - £32,495

3.0 V6 CRD SRT-Design auto Touring - £33,245

6.1 V8 Hemi SRT-8 Petrol auto saloon - £40,995

Interior Specification changes for 2008:
The new interior dashboard materials, colours and textures, along with the new atmospheric lighting, help to lift the ambience of the 300C interior to an even higher level of luxury. Here is a complete list of the improved features:

• MyGIG Multimedia Infotainment System with MP3 compatibility (optional)
• Satellite navigation, which also includes UConnect (Bluetooth) and MP3 player interface (optional)
• Cupholders in centre console
• Centre console arm rest
• LED lighting in front cup holders and front and rear door pockets
• Single disc CD/DVD radio with MP3 jack
• Dark Slate Grey leather interior

Exterior Specification changes for 2008:

• Rear lamp clusters
• Boot lid and rear lip spoiler
• Centre mounted stop lamp
• 18-inch alloy wheels
• Roof mounted antenna
• Automatic headlamps
• Body side mouldings

300C SRT-Design Saloon and Touring (extra specification in addition to standard model):

• 20-inch alloy wheels
• SRT wheel arch spats
• Chrome mesh grille
• MyGIG satellite navigation as standard
• SRT-8 steering wheel
• SRT-8 leather sports seats
• SRT-8 door trim
• SRT-8 body coloured exterior mirrors and door handles
• Carbon fibre interior details
• Upgraded Boston Acoustic Audio system (saloon only)

Chrysler UK Launches Diesel-Powered 300C SRT-Design

Along with the introduction of the slightly revised MY2008 300C in the UK market, Chrysler added a new version into the car’s range, the diesel powered SRT-Design that will be available as a saloon or a Touring. Before you get all puffed up, the SRT-Design is nothing more than a 300C 3.0 V6 CRD 215HP equipped with SRT design elements.

That translates into SRT 20-inch alloy wheels and wheel arch spats as well as a chrome mesh grille on the outside while inside, the SRT-Design features MyGIG satellite navigation, an SRT-8 steering wheel, SRT-8 leather sports seats and carbon fibre interior details. Prices are set at £32,495 or $63,900 for the Saloon and at £33,245 and $65,400 for the Touring model. –Details after the jump

PRESS RELEASE:

CHRYSLER REFRESHES 300C FOR 2008 AND LAUNCHES NEW DIESEL-POWERED SRT MODEL

The Chrysler 300C is already the most striking vehicle on the road for less than £30,000 – and for 2008 Chrysler will make the 300C stand out even more – with a revised exterior and an updated interior across the range. Chrysler will also launch an entirely new model in the UK – the diesel-powered ‘SRT-Design’.

The exterior of the 300C has been refreshed for 2008 with changes to the rear fascia and rear light clusters. The rear saloon boot lid is also new and now incorporates an integrated spoiler and high-mounted stop light.

The interior design has been enhanced with a new instrument panel and centre console design, highlighted with satin silver bezels. Soft touch surfaces on arm rests and door panels add to the comfortable interior while the new dark interior colour adds to the sophisticated feel. A new ignition key with one-touch start-up, a fully adjustable steering wheel as well as LED lighting in the front cup holders and front and rear door pockets all provide additional driver convenience.

In addition, seat-mounted airbags have been added to the front and side-curtain airbags to the rear for increased driver and passenger safety.

The MyGIG infotainment system is a new option that offers owners the very latest integrated onboard systems. There’s MP3 player compatibility, a touch screen controlled navigation system featuring outstandingly clear graphical maps as well as the ability to store up to approximately 1600 songs on an integrated 20GB hard drive. The UConnect Hands-free Communication System uses Bluetooth technology to provide voice-activated wireless communication.

The 300C SRT-Design model includes all of these refinements and adds all the visual enhancements that make the high-performance SRT-8 such a crowd pleaser. The SRT-Design is available as a saloon or a Touring and features the economical 3.0-litre V6 diesel engine. SRT-Design features include SRT 20-inch alloy wheels and wheel arch spats as well as a chrome mesh grille. Inside, the SRT-Design gets MyGIG satellite navigation as standard as well as an SRT-8 steering wheel, SRT-8 leather sports seats and carbon fibre interior details.

Simon Elliott, Managing Director of Chrysler UK Ltd, said: “We have sold more than 6,000 cars since the launch in 2005 and this means the 300C has been a huge success story for Chrysler in the UK. We have struggled to keep up with customer demand since launch and this sustained popularity has helped make sure that it has maintained a very healthy residual value and this bodes well for our future success.

“While the 300C SRT-8 is still one of the most affordable performance cars on the block the diesel-powered SRT-Design model means you get all the looks with the everyday driving benefits of our 3.0-litre diesel engine. The changes to the interior help take the 300C to a whole new level but the changes do not detract from what has made the 300C such a success – it remains a great looking, well-equipped and a very competitively priced car.”

Standard features on the Chrysler 300C include Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) and an all-speed Traction Control System, front and rear side-curtain airbags, xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps, rain-sensing windscreen wipers and a rear park assist system. A leather interior, air-conditioning and heated driver and front passenger seats also come as standard on all vehicles in the range.

The 2008 300C Saloon comes with a choice of two engines in the UK: a 3.0-litre V-6 engine that produces 215 bhp at 3800 rpm and 376 lb.-ft. of torque from just 1600 rpm, and a mighty 6.1-litre V8 Hemi SRT-8 petrol engine that produces 425 bhp at 6,200 rpm and 420 lb.-ft of torque at 4800 rpm. The 2008 300C Touring offers the 3.0-litre V-6 engine.

Prices:

3.0 V6 CRD auto Saloon - £27,495

3.0 V6 CRD auto Touring - £28,495

3.0 V6 CRD SRT-Design auto Saloon - £32,495

3.0 V6 CRD SRT-Design auto Touring - £33,245

6.1 V8 Hemi SRT-8 Petrol auto saloon - £40,995

Interior Specification changes for 2008:
The new interior dashboard materials, colours and textures, along with the new atmospheric lighting, help to lift the ambience of the 300C interior to an even higher level of luxury. Here is a complete list of the improved features:

• MyGIG Multimedia Infotainment System with MP3 compatibility (optional)
• Satellite navigation, which also includes UConnect (Bluetooth) and MP3 player interface (optional)
• Cupholders in centre console
• Centre console arm rest
• LED lighting in front cup holders and front and rear door pockets
• Single disc CD/DVD radio with MP3 jack
• Dark Slate Grey leather interior

Exterior Specification changes for 2008:

• Rear lamp clusters
• Boot lid and rear lip spoiler
• Centre mounted stop lamp
• 18-inch alloy wheels
• Roof mounted antenna
• Automatic headlamps
• Body side mouldings

300C SRT-Design Saloon and Touring (extra specification in addition to standard model):

• 20-inch alloy wheels
• SRT wheel arch spats
• Chrome mesh grille
• MyGIG satellite navigation as standard
• SRT-8 steering wheel
• SRT-8 leather sports seats
• SRT-8 door trim
• SRT-8 body coloured exterior mirrors and door handles
• Carbon fibre interior details
• Upgraded Boston Acoustic Audio system (saloon only)

Chicago Show: Chrysler 300C Hollywood Limo

We discovered the weird looking Chrysler 300C Hollywood limo “hiding” somewhere between Chrysler’s main stand and Jeep’s indoor 4x4 test course. We don’t have any official information on the car other than it was also seen at the Detroit Show last month.

Apart form the longer wheelbase that helps the two rear passengers stretch their legs into infinity, the 300C Hollywood limo also features a partially exposed cabin over the driver and his companion. Thing is, while the rear cabin is enclosed, there’s no cover for the front passengers who are left to deal with whatever mother nature has in store for them. –More pics after the jump