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2011 Chrysler 300

With its award-winning iconic rear-wheel-drive proportions, elegantly sculptured bodyside, world-class craftsmanship and refinement, the all-new 2011 Chrysler 300 series proudly delivers the distinction, technological innovation and premium sedan features at a legendary value, while setting a new course for the American brand.

“The all-new 2011 Chrysler 300 series sedans deliver the cutting-edge American style and innovation, while closing the elusive gap between aspiration and ownership,” said Olivier Francois, President and CEO — Chrysler Brand, Chrysler Group LLC. “Designed to give people what they deserve, not merely what they paid for, the all-new Chrysler flagship integrates world-class quality, technology and premium materials to makea mark on the streets, highways and boulevards of the world.”

The all-new 2011 Chrysler 300 sedans embody the essence of the new Chrysler brand: delivering passion for design, people and the environment through expressive design, state-of-the-art connectivity andworld-class levels of quality and efficiency.

Buyers of the 2011 Chrysler 300 are inspired by thoughtful innovation, passionate about driving and are interested to express their creativity and distinct personality through new experiences. These all-new Chryslerflagship sedans meet their demands by combining superior styling, confident handling, and the craftsmanship, premium details and technology that reinforce driving as a fun and pleasurable experience.

EXCEPTIONAL LEVEL OF STANDARD EQUIPMENT ON ALL CHRYSLER 300 MODELS
All-new 2011 Chrysler 300 series sedans are available in the United States in four highly equipped models: Chrysler 300, 300 Limited, 300C and 300C AWD. In addition, the Luxury and SafetyTec Groups provide customers with high-value content and innovative technology directly targeted for their specific needs.

ALL-NEW 2011 CHRYSLER 300
With more standard equipment than its direct standard full-size segment competitors, the entry-level 2011 Chrysler 300 model is well-equipped for the individual who is looking for distinctive design, best-in-class seat comfort, best-in-class horsepower with world-class ride and handling at an extraordinary value. This vehicle features the all-new 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine with 292 horsepower (218 kW), 260 ft.-lb.(353 N•m) of torque, E-85 flex-fuel capability (EPA-certified states) and a proven five-speed automatic transmission with Auto Stick.

Other standard equipment includes standard front-row reactive head restraints, advanced multi-stage air bags, full-length side-curtain air bags, seat-mounted side-thorax air bags, driver’s knee bag, rear head restraints in all positions, electronic stability control (ESC), Hill-start Assist (HSA), Rain Brake Support (RBS), Ready Alert Braking (RAB), tire-pressure monitoring (TPM), Uconnect® Touch 8.4, USB port with iPod® Control, SIRIUS Satellite Radio, SD-card reader, auxiliary audio input jack, steering-wheel mounted audio controls, six-speaker audio, Keyless Enter-N-Go with remote windows down, no-touch self-risingdeck lid, dual-zone automatic climate control with humidity sensor, front- and rear-climate control outlets, cabin air filtration, acoustic windshield and front-door glass, Black Comodo Elm interior trim, premiumcloth seats with accent stitching, 12-way power driver’s seats including 4-way power lumbar, 60-40 split-fold rear seat with armrest and two cup holders, cruise control, power windows with express up/down,auto-dimming rear-view mirror, leather-wrapped Chrysler brand steering wheel with manual tilt/telescoping steering column, leather-wrapped shift knob, luxury floor mats, deck-lid liner, 140-mph LED-illuminated instrument cluster with driver-selectable Electronic Vehicle InformationCenter (EVIC), temperature display, analog clock, satin chrome interiordoor handles, vinyl-wrapped armrest, vinyl-wrapped door panels, LED-illuminated assist handles, LED-illuminated front map lights, LED-illuminated front cupholders, rear-passenger reading lamps, LED-illuminated front and rear door handles, LED-illuminated center-stack storage bin, glove box lamp, illuminated vanity mirrors andtwo 12-volt power outlets.

On the exterior, the Chrysler 300 model features 17-inch painted aluminum wheels, P215/65R17 all-season touring tires, comfort-tuned suspension, touring brake package, liquid-chrome grille bars with chromed surround, bi-halogen projector headlamps with chromed bezels, automatic headlamps, chromed daylight opening, chromed front- and rear-fascia accents, LED-illuminated “C” shaped daytime-running lamps (DRL), body-color exterior mirrors and door handles, LED-illuminated taillamps with LED-illuminated “light pipe,” dual-chromed exhaust tips with rolled-edges, cap-less fuel-filler door with power release, 17-inchcompact spare tire and chromed “300” deck-lid badge.

The U.S. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of the all-new 2011 Chrysler 300 is $27,995 (including $825 destination charge).

ALL-NEW 2011 CHRYSLER 300 LIMITED
For customers who want even more connectivity, comfort and convenience features with six-cylinder efficiency, the all-new 2011 Chrysler 300 Limited adds to the features of the 300 model, and includes luxury leather trimmed seats, heated front seats, Uconnect Voice Command with handsfree Bluetooth® phone capability, ParkView® rear backup camera, vehicle security alarm, Alpine® premium audio system with six speakers and 276-watt 8-channel amplifier and LED-illuminated rear cup holders. On the exterior, the Chrysler 300 Limited includes 18-inch chrome-clad aluminum wheels, P225/60R18 BSW all-season performance tires, chromed exterior mirrors and door handles, power folding and heated mirrors, front fog lamps and 18-inch compact spare tire.

The MSRP of the all-new 2011 Chrysler 300 Limited is $31,995 (including $825 destination charge).

* Luxury Group — For customers who want the premium comfort and convenience features of the Chrysler 300C with added design details and V-6 engine efficiency on the Chrysler 300 Limited, this package group adds authentic Black or Dark Olive Ash Burl interior trim, heated leather-wrapped steering wheel with Black or Dark Olive Ash Burl trim, 180-amp alternator, driver’s side auto-dimming mirrors with memory and auto-tilt in Reverse, Satin Chrome lower door sills with “Chrysler” logo, LED illuminated front-footwells, interior door handles and front and rear map pockets, heated/cooled cup holders, 12–way driver and front-passenger seats with lumbar, trimmed in Nappa leather with perforated inserts, heated and ventilated front seats with driver memory, heated rear seats, power-adjustable pedals with memory; power backlight sunshade, trunk mat, power tilt and telescoping steering column

The MSRP of the all-new 2011 Chrysler 300 Limited with Luxury Group is $35,245 (including $825 destination charge).

ALL-NEW 2011 CHRYSLER 300C
Continuing its rich automotive heritage and the brand’s proud “letter series,” the all-new 2011 Chrysler 300C is designed for the customer whowant grand-touring performance combined with innovative technologies and premium comfort and convenience features. In addition to the premiumfeatures found on the Chrysler 300 Limited model, this world-class flagship sedan adds the legendary 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine with Fuel Saver Technology, touring-tuned suspension with larger performance disc brakes, Uconnect Touch 8.4N with Garmin® navigation and SIRIUS Travel Link.

Other standard equipment includes a160-mph LED-illuminated instrument cluster with driver-selectable EVIC, Black or Dark Olive Ash Burl interior trim, heated leather-wrapped steering wheel with Black or OliveAsh Burl trim, premium Nappa leather seats with 12-way power driver andfront-passenger seats including four-way power lumbar, heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, power tilt and telescoping steering column with memory, power-adjustable pedals with memory, power backlight sunshade, Satin Chrome lower door sills with “Chrysler” logo, dual heated/cooled cup holders, ambient lit foot well lighting, LED illuminated interior door handles and front and rear map pockets, premium carpeted trunk mat, HomeLink universal transceiver and power-folding chromed exterior mirrors with memory, auto-dimming and auto-tilt in Reverse.

The MSRP of the all-new 2011 Chrysler 300C is $38,995 (including $825 destination charge).

ALL-NEW 2011 CHRYSLER 300C AWD
Combining the most advanced all-wheel-drive (AWD) system in the E-segment with head-turning elegance and a 363 horsepower HEMI® V-8 engine with Fuel Saver Technology, the all-new 2011 Chrysler 300C AWD isa year-round grand-touring performance machine. In addition to the standard equipment on the Chrysler 300C, the Chrysler 300C AWD model includes a segment-exclusive active transfer case and front-axle disconnect system to improve fuel economy by up to 5 percent compared with AWD systems without it. No other major automotive manufacturer offers the combination of these two independent technologies. When AWD is not required, the system automatically disconnects the front axle to maximize fuel economy, while still providing the outstanding performanceand handling inherent in rear-wheel-drive vehicles.

Taking its new second-generation E-segment architecture further, the all-new 2011 Chrysler 300C AWD features a touring-tuned AWD suspension and touring-tuned AWD brake package for world-class refinement and handling. For a more tailored appearance, the all-new Chrysler 300C AWD features a 0.5-inch (13 mm) tighter tire-to-fender fitment, a 0.15-inch (4 mm) lowered overall ride height, larger 19-inch wheels with wider P235/55R19 all-season performance tires and an all-new “AWD” badge.

The MSRP of the all-new 2011 Chrysler 300C AWD is $41,145 (including $825 destination charge).

SAFETYTEC GROUP: ADVANCED ACTIVE-SAFETY FEATURES FOR A 360 DEGREE PERSPECTIVE
For customers that want the latest in accident-avoidance features, Chrysler brand’s new SafetyTec Group combines advanced active- and passive-safety technologies for enhanced driver confidence.

The SafetyTec Group is available on the 2011 Chrysler 300 Limited, 300C and 300C AWD models and includes adaptive-forward lighting (AFL), high-intensity discharge (HID) projector high and low-beams with automatic headlamp leveling, Forward Collision Warning (FCW) with adaptive-cruise control (ACC), Blind-spot monitoring (BSM) with Rear Cross Path (RCP) detection, ParkSense® front- and rear-park assist system, LED-illuminated rear fog lamps, exterior mirrors with supplemental turn signals and approach lamp (300 Limited adds HomeLink universal transceiver, rain-sensing wipers and SmartBeam® headlamps)

* MSRP of the 2011 Chrysler 300 Limited with SafetyTec Group is $34,790 (including $825 destination charge)
* MSRP of the 2011 Chrysler 300C with SafetyTec Group is $41,790 (including $825 destination charge)
* MSRP of the 2011 Chrysler 300C AWD with SafetyTec Group is $43,940 (including $825 destination charge)

NEWEST AND MOST DISTINCT SEDAN IN THE SEGMENT
Redesigned from the ground up, the all-new 2011 Chrysler 300 series sedans are the freshest entry in the U.S. standard full-size vehicle segment. While the standard full-size segment share has consistently held around 4 percent for the last 3 calendar years, the all-new Chrysler 300 sedans will reignite the segment delivering elegant style, grand-touring performance, best-in-class seat comfort and the precision and quality of the world’s best E-segment luxury sedans at an attainablevalue.

2011 Mopar Chrysler 200 Super S

Chrysler introduces the new 200 mid-size sedan. Offering consumers exceptional craftsmanship inside and out, a refined and spirited driving experience, innovative technology, an abundance of standard safety features and an extraordinary level of standard content, the 2011 Chrysler 200 is an exciting alternative for customers that want style and substance, all at a surprising value.

Mopar lowered the car three inches and created its own interpretation of the Chrysler 200 while adding the following accessories:

Black and Tungsten paint scheme
Gloss black grille surround
Recessed wing badge
Gloss black mesh grille
Gloss black lower mesh grille
Fog light bezel with light bar
Brake induction openings
Vented hood
Lower chin spoiler
19-inch wheels
Aero sill cladding
Mopar ghost decal
Gloss black belt molding
Gloss black mirror cap
Mopar Katzkin leather seats
Decklid spoiler
Tungsten painted license plate visor
Rear valance
Bright exhaust tip

Chrysler Group LLC today released photos of the new 2011 Chrysler Town & Country minivan which offers consumers fresh, sophisticated, styling; a beautifully crafted interior, improved driving dynamics, a new powertrain, an abundance of standard safety features and innovative technology that keeps Walter P. Chrysler’s legacy of engineering innovations alive and well.

The company that invented the modern minivan segment continues to set the standard with the latest generation Chrysler Town & Country minivan. Every 2011 Chrysler Town & Country minivan comes standard with SafetyTec, a package of 40 standard safety and technology features, including Blind Spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path Detection, which are only available on Chrysler Group minivans. Improvements to ground-breaking innovations like the Stow ‘n Go seating and storage system – which is still only offered by Chrysler Group – feature new, more comfortable seats and a one-touch fold down feature for easier access to the third row; unparalleled functionality including a new ‘super’ center console and technology that helps manage the rigors of family life continue to make the Chrysler Town & Country the best choice for families that want a vehicle with style, functionality and value.

Tech-savvy features including a dual dvd system that can play different media at the same time, SIRIUS Backseat TV which offers three channels of children’s programming; and FLO TV featuring 20 channels of live programming – both of which are exclusive to Chrysler Group minivans; voice command functions for radio, iPod/mp3 players, phone, navigation and information and the SafetyTec bundle of standard safety features, keeps families safe, connected and entertained.

Powertrain improvements to the new 2011 Chrysler Town & Country offer more horsepower and torque without sacrificing fuel economy.

The new 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is powered by the new Pentastar V-6 engine mated to a six-speed automatic transmission, producing 283 horsepower and 260 lb.-ft. of torque while still achieving an estimated EPA fuel economy rating of 17 miles per gallon (mpg) City and 25 mpg Highway (compared with the previous 3.8-liter and 3.3-liter V-6 engines, which produced 197 hp and 230 lb.-ft. of torque and 175 hp and 205 lb.-ft. of torque respectively). Improvements to the driving dynamics, a new fuel economizer mode that helps maximize fuel economy and reductions in noise, vibration and harshness gives drivers a spirited driving experience that doesn’t hurt the wallet.

Quality materials abound in the handsomely updated new interior for 2011. Updates include a new instrument panel and instrument cluster; new Chrysler Brand steering wheel with integrated controls that allow the driver to operate the radio, cruise control, hands-free phone and other vehicle functions while keeping their hands on the wheel; upgraded cloth and leather seating materials; new “soft touch” door trim and new heating and cooling control system.

The 2011 Chrysler Town & Country minivan provides customers a beautifully inspired vehicle built with a craftsmanship, elegance and sophistication not found in other minivans. Each of the three available models is equipped with an exceptional level of standard content, and at a surprising value.

The 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is built at the Windsor Assembly Plant, Windsor, Ontario, Canada and will arrive in dealerships in the fourth quarter 2010.

Chrysler Group invented the modern minivan segment in 1983 and has been the innovation and sales leader in the segment ever since, selling more than 13 million minivans worldwide since 1983 and pioneering 75 minivan- or industry-first features.

Chrysler Group LLC today released photos of the new 2011 Chrysler 200 mid-sized sedan. Offering consumers exceptional craftsmanship inside and out, a refined and spirited driving experience, innovative technology, an abundance of standard safety features and an extraordinary level of standard content, the 2011 Chrysler 200 is an exciting alternative for customers that want style and substance, all at a surprising value.

Virtually every system in the sedan is new or upgraded for 2011, giving the Chrysler 200 its own identity and space in the highly competitive mid-size sedan segment. Exterior and sheet metal upgrades include: front and rear fascias and fenders, grille featuring the new Chrysler brand winged badge, hood, rear decklid and exterior mirrors, new projector headlamps and fog lamps, new LED taillamps and a LED center high-mounted stop light.

The 2011 Chrysler 200 gets a new powertrain lineup featuring the 2.4-liter I-4 World Gas Engine mated to either a four- or six-speed automatic transaxle, or the new Pentastar V-6 engine which produces 283 horsepower and 260 lb.-ft. of torque and is mated to a six-speed automatic transaxle; improved ride and handling tuning which includes stiffened body mounts and softer ride rate, improved suspension geometry with a raised roll center, a new rear sway bar, and new tires and an extensively upgraded treatment for the reduction of noise, vibration and harshness including acoustic laminated glass for the windshield and front door windows.

Quality materials abound in the beautifully updated new interior for 2011. Updates include a new instrument panel, bezels and gauge face, upgraded seats with a new design that incorporates more cushion material and revised spring geometry as well as new leather and cloth seating materials, new “soft touch” door trim panels, new “soft touch” armrests and dash and new heating and cooling outlets in the instrument panel with improved design and functionality.

The new 2011 Chrysler 200 provides drivers a beautifully inspired sedan that doesn’t compromise safety or practicality and offers the best value in its class. The Chrysler 200 will be built at the Sterling Heights Assembly Plant in Sterling Heights, Mich. and will arrive in dealerships in the fourth quarter 2010.