The updated 2015 Chrysler 300 sedan is the latest player in the full-size family sedan segment. The 300 has larger grille and updated interior. The 8-speed automatic transmission is now available with both: the 3.6L V6 and the 5.7L HEMI V8. The SRT version of the 300 has been discontinued, as was the AWD version of the HEMI.
2015 Chrysler 300 | 2015 Chevy Impala | 2015 Ford Taurus | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 | 3.6L V6 | 3.5L V6 |
Power | 292 hp / 264 lb-ft | 305 hp / 264 lb-ft | 288 hp / 254 lb-ft |
Transmission | 8-speed Auto | 6-speed Auto | 6-speed Auto |
Drive | RWD | FWD | FWD |
Highway range mi | 592.1 | 536.5 | 551.0 |
EPA mpg | 19/31 | 19/29 | 19/29 |
Passenger cu-ft | 122.6 | 123.8 | 122.3 |
Trunk cu-ft | 16.3 | 18.8 | 20.1 |
Curb weight lbs | 4,029 | n/a | 4,054 |
MSRP $ | $31,395 | $30,285 | $27,055 |
Watch this TFLcar Mega Mashup (Matchup) video from Austin, TX – where Roman compares the latest Chrysler 300 against the arch rivals: Chevy Impala and Ford Taurus.
Andre Smirnov is a life-long automotive enthusiast, software engineer, writer, and reporter. He has been writing and reporting at TFLcar since 2011.