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2006 Chrysler 300

5.7-liter HEMI® V8 engine with Multi-Displacement System (MDS), 340 horsepower at 5,000 rpm, and 390 lb-ft of torque, standard on 300C—the most horsepower and torque in its class.** The MDS system allows the engine to operate on four cylinders when power demands are minimal, increasing fuel efficiency by up to 20 percent. This provides the power of a V8 with the economy of a large V6. (EPA estimated mpg: 17 city/ 25 highway)

3.5-liter high-output V6 single overhead camshaft (SOHC) engine with 250 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 250 lb-ft of torque, standard on 300 Touring and 300 Limited. (EPA estimated mpg: 18 city/ 28 highway)

2.7-liter double overhead camshaft (DOHC) 24-valve multipoint fuel injection (MPI) V6 engine with 190 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 190 lb-ft of torque, standard on the 300. (EPA estimated mpg: 21 city/ 28 highway)

2006 Chrysler 300It's something you haven't seen on a Chrysler performance sedan in over fifteen years, but this rear-wheel-drive system provides a whole new driving experience. Design and engineering advancements combined with new, world-class technologies offer all the advantages of rear-wheel drive and the confidence of maximum driver control.
- A near-50/50 front-to-rear weight distribution, 120-inch wheelbase and wider track provide greater stability and a more balanced ride
Weight transfer to the rear wheels on acceleration provide better balance and traction
- New short- and long-arm (SLA) front suspension and five-link rear suspension helps keep tire tread in full contact with the road for maximum traction
- Available features like the Electronic Stability Program** (ESP), antilock brake system (ABS) with brake assist, and all-speed traction control combine to provide greater command of every situation
- The all-wheel drive (AWD) system available on 300C, Limited, and Touring provides better acceleration, especially when traction is limited. It supplies power to both axles at all times—62 percent of the engine torque to the rear wheels and 38 percent to the front—giving the rear-wheel-drive feel essential for performance sedans. A planetary center differential allows the axles to rotate at different speeds, necessary for cornering.

For the first time in fifteen years you can feel the power and performance of rear-wheel-drive in a Chrysler vehicle. We then applied leading-edge technology to corral the raw power and turn it into a refined ride.
- Available four-wheel antilock brakes help prevent wheel lockup on slippery surfaces, so you can steer while braking to help avoid a collision.
- Available all-speed traction control senses drive-wheel slip and individually brakes the slipping wheel and/or reduces excess engine power until control is regained.
- An available advanced Electronic Stability Program** (ESP) helps drivers maintain control of their vehicles during extreme steering maneuvers and inclement weather. ESP senses when a vehicle is starting to spin (oversteer) or plow (understeer), and attempts to correct the vehicle's course by automatically controlling the throttle and applying the brakes to individual wheels

The electronically controlled five-speed AutoStick® transmission—standard on all 300C, 300 Touring AWD, and 300 Limited AWD models—allows for clutchless manual or automatic gear selection. It's the first use of five-speed automatic transmission on a Chrysler vehicle, providing improved performance and fuel economy.
A four-speed automatic transmission is standard on the 300 Touring RWD/AWD, 300 Limited RWD/AWD models, and 300C RWD/AWD. A four-speed automatic transmission is standard on 300 RWD.

The 300's suspension has been designed to balance maximum control with a comfortable ride. A short- and long-arm (SLA) front suspension and five-link independent rear suspension system maintain independent control of each wheel during suspension movement for excellent handling. An advanced suspension mounting system also dramatically reduces road noise. This means you get a smooth ride that is also quiet.

Elegance comes standard on the 2006 Chrysler 300. An aerodynamic exterior delivers refined wind-noise management, enhancing fuel efficiency and creating a quiet interior. In addition, the 120-inch wheelbase and 'wheels to the corners' design provide not only a more balanced ride, they actually increase interior space for you and your passengers.
The long hood and tall sedan styling give this vehicle an unmistakably strong presence, while available chromed details like body side-molding accents, exterior mirrors, and door handles add a touch of style. The Chrysler 300's striking high beltline and dramatic design will make every other luxury sedan on the road look ordinary.

Convenience is carried from the inside out on Chrysler 300 with features like the rain-sensing wiper system (standard on 300C). The infrared rain sensor, located on the inside of the windshield just below the rearview mirror, automatically activates the wipers when it senses moisture on the windshield, be it rain or road splash from the vehicle ahead. Variable intermittent wipers are standard on all other 300 models.

Available from Chrysler for the first time on Chrysler 300C, the ParkSense™ Rear Park Assist System** system supplements the driver's mirrors in parking situations to let you know if an obstacle is in the way while in reverse. The system uses ultrasonic sensors to scan for objects up to 71 inches behind the rear fascia, and then provides both visual and audible warnings if something or someone is detected.

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New 2006 Chrysler 300C Heritage Edition

- New 'Heritage Edition' model pays homage to the 1957 Chrysler 300C which was described as the 'Beautiful Brute'

- 2006 Chrysler 300C Heritage Edition offers luxurious performance, exclusive features and unique heritage badging

- New model is the first Chrysler brand vehicle with SmartBeam(TM) headlamp technology

2006 Chrysler 300Paying homage to the great Chrysler 300s of the late 1950s, the Chrysler Group announced today the new 2006 Chrysler 300C 'Heritage Edition,' debuting January 4 at the 2006 Los Angeles Auto Show.

Available in dealerships this spring, the limited-production Heritage Edition is a performance specialty vehicle offering the power of the award- winning 5.7-liter HEMI(R) engine with the fuel-saving Multiple Displacement System (MDS), high-performance styling cues of the popular SRT line-up and exclusive features, including the first-time use of SmartBeam(TM) headlamp technology in a Chrysler vehicle. And, to contemporize its illustrious past, the Heritage Edition has a chromed bodyside molding with a distinctive tri- color 300C badge that is modeled after the badge on the 1957 Chrysler 300C, a vehicle described in its day as the 'Beautiful Brute.'

'The Chrysler 300C Heritage Edition honors the long line of beautiful Chrysler 300 vehicles by combining power and fuel-economy in a sporty, stylish package,' said Jeff Bell, Vice President - Chrysler.

The Heritage Edition includes P225/60R18 all-season touring tires and unique 18-inch chrome clad wheels with performance suspension, performance- shifting five-speed AutoStick(R), responsive performance steering gear and a performance exhaust sound. The interior features SRT-inspired front seats with tri-color heritage badge on the seat backs, an exclusive interior two- tone color combination and an upgraded 368-watt Boston Acoustic seven-speaker sound system with subwoofer. It also features a new Smoke Translucent finish on the upper steering wheel and door pull handles. The Chrysler 300C Heritage Edition is offered in three exterior colors: Brilliant Black, Cool Vanilla and, at extra cost, Inferno Red Crystal Pearl, the first, true red exclusively available on this Chrysler 300 model.

The SmartBeam intelligent headlamp system is a premium, sophisticated aid for nighttime driving. It automatically and quickly adjusts high-beam brightness and intensity, depending on the surrounding nighttime light sources. The 2006 Chrysler 300C Heritage Edition is the first, and only, Chrysler vehicle offering this technology in 2006. The High Intensity Discharger (HID) Xenon headlamps include high-pressure headlamp washers.

In addition to the standard features found on the 2006 Chrysler 300C, the new Heritage Edition also includes the following:

Sound Group II -- including 368-watt amplifier, seven Boston Acoustics speakers with sub-woofer and AM/FM/Cassette/CD 6-disc MP3 radio

2006 Chrysler 300
Power adjustable pedals with memory


SRT-inspired decklid spoiler

All-chromed grille

Chromed power, folding, heated mirrors

Priced at approximately $36,000, the Heritage Edition offers a well- equipped Chrysler 300C with performance oriented enthusiast equipment and new technology, at an affordable price.

2006 Chrysler 300Production of the 2006 Chrysler 300C Heritage Edition will begin this spring at the Brampton (Ontario) Assembly Plant.

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Related Reading : Chrysler 300 History

In 1955, Chrysler introduced the C300. The C stood for coupe, and the 300 was the horsepower rating of the original Hemi engine equipped with two four-barrel carbs, solid lifters, special manifolds, and enlarged dual exhausts. This vehicle gave the Chrysler Corporation a performance and sporty image, a much-needed persona in this post-World War II era. Many European manufacturers,....
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Related Reading : Chrysler 300 History

In 2005, the wave of retro design that is still shaping American cars first washed over Detroit. American companies, with their stale product offerings, began looking towards their rich pasts to inspire new models with the design and flair of long-gone icons. It was in 2005 that Chrysler launched a modern iteration of the famed 300.The 300 name had actually been revived by Chrysler several....
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