The current generation Chrysler 300 comes mostly unchanged. It shares its basic design with the Dodge’s Charger. Chrysler 300 car clubs Oregon was formed in 1969 in Portland, to recognize the Chrysler 300 letter series models.
The 2009 Chrysler 300 is offered in Touring, 300 c, Touring Signature and 300 C SRT8 trim versions. It is offered in either all wheel drive or in the rear wheel drive. In order to recognize the 300 models, all the owners of Chrysler 300 cars established a club, Chrysler 300 car clubs Oregon.
Engine
All the Chrysler 300 Touring models comes powered by a 2.7 liter V6 engine that delivers 178 hp, while the 300 C models is equipped with a 5.7 liter Hemi V8 engine that delivers 359 hp at 5150rpm and torque of 389 lb ft at 4250 rpm. The V8 engine is mated to a standard 4-speed automatic. With the powerful engine, the 300 version can achieve fuel economy of 16 mpg in the city premises and 25 mpg on the highway roads.
Safety Features
The standard safety features in the Chrysler 300 model include an electronic stability control system enhance system, smartbeam headlamps that automatically dim for on-coming traffic, traction control, curtain side air bags, front side air bags and four-wheel antilock disc brakes.