The spacious and luxuriously trimmed interior is quiet and offers an accommodating rear seat. With plenty of trunk space, the is also great for road trips. Its well-tailored cabin is packed with useful features and amenities, including Chrysler's easy-to-use optional Uconnect 8. This touch-screen infotainment interface is one of the best out there. A very nice eight-speed automatic was added to the V6 in and extended to the V8s three years later.
A full suite of electronic drivers' aids is offered; including forward-collision warning with auto brake, lane-departure warning with assist, and active cruise control. Blind-spot warning with rear-cross-traffic alert is also offered.
Boldly styled, the Chrysler replaced the M for , offering a choice of two V6 engines or, in C trim, a strong hp V8. While its look attracted a lot of attention and the interior was exceptionally roomy, the styling also impeded outward visibility and made the cabin feel claustrophobic. Dynamically, this version of the C accelerates well, but drinks fuel and its handling is unexceptional.
We found the ride in the V6 Touring trim to be supple and controlled, but the C feels stiffer. IIHS side-crash tests without the optional side airbags were poor. Curtain airbags were added as a standard feature for These midsized and large sedans are CR recommended and score at the top of their respective class.
What does it compare to? Distinctly dated, the can nonetheless entertain. We rate it at 5. Read more about how we rate cars. A few packaging tweaks for the new year generally simplify the lineup, though there are still plenty of configurations. The latest carries over a chunky design theme first introduced the better part of two decades ago. The look has aged reasonably well, and a good tech story inside helps.
Underhood, look for either a 3. A slick 8-speed automatic hustles power rearward or to all four corners. Fuel economy is not great, though base versions can tickle 30 mpg on the highway. Where the excels is in comfort.
Ride quality is excellent. Safety is another story. The Chrysler still looks good enough to our eyes to rate a 7 out of The S package adds blacked-out trim, which stands in marked contrast to the chrome Chrysler slathered on back when the first modern arrived. Times change. Inside, the is comparatively subtle, with an 8. Switchgear is a mixed bag; Chrysler can do better see: Pacifica , but color choices can be appealing if you venture beyond gray.
It can be. Some versions of the with the standard V-6 offer all-wheel drive. No is a slouch, but the optional 5. We rate the at a 6 out of 10, with a point above average for its ride quality—but the V-8 model would add another point if rated separately. The base V-6 puts hp to the rear or all four wheels via a smooth 8-speed automatic.
Acceleration is good, though this big sedan can feel a little winded at highway speeds. The 5. It comes with cloth seats and few amenities.
The fancier Touring L and S models boast far more features, including power-adjustable front seats with heat and adjustable lumbar support, dual-zone automatic climate control, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, leather seats, and illuminated front and rear cupholders.
Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, and a power-adjustable steering wheel are optional on all but the base model. Chrysler utilizes soft-touch rubberized plastic with a leather-grain pattern to cover the dashboard and upper door panels of every The texture feels nice but looks artificial.
The interior design is aging, and not gracefully. The Kia Cadenza simply outclasses the in this area. The , like just about every car in this segment, manages to fit six carry-on boxes inside the trunk. With the rear seats folded, it swallowed another We appreciate Chrysler's Uconnect infotainment system for its ease of use, intuitive menu layout, and snappy performance.
The 's standard 8. SiriusXM satellite radio is also offered with a one-year trial period, and in-dash navigation is optional. Chrysler's driver-assistance gear , bundled in the SafetyTec Plus package, is available for all but the base model. Key safety features include:. Chrysler's warranty coverage for the is nothing special.
Some rivals offer similar packages, but the standout winner here is the Kia Cadenza, with up to 10 years or , miles of coverage. More Features and Specs.
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