New 2009 Chrysler 300C

As one of the most stylish and sought-after entry-level luxury sedans, the 2009 Chrysler 300C combines breathtaking performance and a wealth of amenities, besting many higher-priced competitors.

Rear-wheel drive comes standard; while the optional all-wheel drive has an active transfer case and front-axle disconnect to automatically disengage the front axle from the drivetrain when all-wheel drive is not needed.  A next-generation 5.7-liter, 360-horsepower Hemi V-8 engine with a five-speed automatic transmission boasts 398 pounds-feet of torque for lightning-quick acceleration. A more powerful 6.1- liter, 425-horsepower SRT Hemi V-8 engine with 420 pounds-feet of torque steps up the performance. The 300C receives 13-16 mpg in the city and 19-25 mpg on the highway and competes with the Cadillac CTS, Ford Taurus and Chevrolet Impala.

Interior amenities are plentiful across the board. The 300C boasts the incredibly versatile UConnect® system that can fulfill your digital dreams through a 6.5-inch touch screen.  Turn your car into a Wi-Fi hotspot and connect laptops, phones, PSPs, PDAs and play online games, surf the internet and download music.  The 30 GB hard drive lets you upload and store up to 6,700 songs, tons of photos and play your iPod/MP3 player through the sound system.  Include Sirius Satellite Radio, turn-by-turn navigation and Bluetooth connectivity and you’ve just turned your car into the ultimate entertainment center.  An available Boston Acoustics® sound system provides a whopping 368 watts of power and crystal clear sound quality. An available rear-seat DVD video entertainment system has a 7-inch display and two wireless headsets to please backseat passengers. Available leather-trimmed heated seats take the chill out of winter, and a 60/40 split folding rear seat expands the cargo area dramatically.

Safety and security features include four-wheel anti-lock brakes, all-speed traction control, and an Electronic Stability Control Program, which helps the driver maintain directional stability during evasive maneuvers. Advanced multistage front airbags are standard on all models, and front/rear side-curtain airbags provide side impact protection for front and rear occupants. A tire pressure monitoring system continuously checks each tire for the proper inflation levels. The ParkSense® rear park assist system uses sound waves to detect nearby obstacles to help you maneuver into tight parking spaces.

With a smooth ride, jaw-dropping power, 21st century connectivity and cutting-edge technology, the 2009 Chrysler 300C is an affordable luxury sedan that turns heads wherever it goes.