2006 Chrysler 300, What's New for '06
2006 Chrysler 300 - The Most Awarded New Car in Automotive History
The vehicle that marked the return of the great American car in 2004 now has the distinguished title of the most-awarded new car in automotive history.* Consumers have embraced the Chrysler 300's striking proportions, classic American design and advanced technologies, helping spur the Chrysler brand to record-breaking sales numbers for 2004.
"The beautiful styling and incredible performance of the Chrysler 300 created a package unlike any other in the marketplace," said Jeff Bell, Vice President - Chrysler. "We are honored and proud of the recognition we have received for the Chrysler 300 and we plan to continue to delight our customers for the 2006 model year."
With Chrysler brand's long-standing tradition of innovative design, the modern elegance of the 2006 Chrysler 300 continues to make everything else on the road seem ordinary. The dramatic exterior design direction of the Chrysler 300 along with sophisticated interior amenities and command-of-the-road technologies, establish a new large-car formula that includes style and performance not likely to be copied.
What's new for 2006?
The award-winning Chrysler 300 returns for 2006 with the same elements of its successful 2005 formula, strikingly beautiful styling, incredible performance, dynamic and controlled handling and unsurpassed comfort and spaciousness all at a stunningly affordable price.
The 2006 Chrysler 300 lineup includes the rear-wheel-drive (RWD) Chrysler 300, Chrysler 300 Touring and the HEMI-powered Chrysler 300C. The 2006 Chrysler 300 Touring and 300C also are available with all-wheel drive (AWD). A Limited package also is available on both the rear-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive configurations of the 300 Touring model.
2006 Chrysler 300 - Feature Highlights
Exterior
- Colors: Linen Gold Metallic Pearl Coat replaces Deep Lava Red
Interior
- Eight-way power passenger seat with Power Recline (replaces six-way power passenger seat)
- Cruise Control instrument panel indicator light added
- Optional DVD Video Entertainment System in Center Console (Chrysler 300 Touring, Chrysler 300 with the Limited package and Chrysler 300C)
- Audio Input Jack added to AM/FM/CD Radio (late availability)
Chassis
- Five-speed automatic transmission with AutoStick mated to 3.5-liter V-6 engine (late availability)
- Variable Line Pressure (VLP) feature added to four-speed automatic transmission (late availability)
- New Tire Pressure Monitor Warning lamp (300 [late availability], Chrysler 300 Touring, Chrysler 300 with the Limited package)
- 300 Touring new 17-inch machined-face aluminum wheel
Equipment Groups
- Comfort / Convenience Group (300 Touring)
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