For the second-generation 300, Chrysler softened the gangster edge in favour of sculpted elegance, higher-grade cabin materials and vastly improved acoustic isolation. While contemporary European saloons like the Mercedes-Benz E-Class chased smaller turbocharged engines, the 300 stayed true to classic rear-wheel-drive grand touring with natural atmospheric power. Dedicated Chrysler 300 maintenance preserves its quiet motorway isolation and driveline integrity.
The range was transformed by the 292 bhp 3.6-litre Pentastar V6, initially paired with the five-speed and later with the excellent ZF 8-speed automatic gearbox. Enthusiasts could also choose the thunderous 5.7-litre or the flagship 6.4-litre HEMI V8 SRT8. The revised chassis filters road imperfections with greater finesse, but the car remains heavy, meaning suspension bushes and brake components continue to wear steadily.