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 1999 Chrysler 300M - One-Year Test Verdict
| POWERTRAIN/CHASSIS | | Drivetrain layout | Frt engine, FWD | | Engine type | 60° SOHC V-6, cast alum block & heads | | Displacement, ci/cc | 214.7/3518 | | Hp @ rpm | 253 @ 6400 | | Torque @ rpm | 255 @ 3950 | | Transmission | 4-speed automatic | | Suspension, f/r | MacPherson struts, coil springs, lower control arm, anti-roll bar/Chapman struts, coil springs, transverse lower links, single trailing links, anti-roll bar | | Brakes, f/r | Vented disc/disc, ABS | | Wheels | 16x7.0, cast alum | | Tires | 225/60VR16 | | | Michelin XGTV4 | | Traction control | Yes | | DIMENSIONS | | Wheelbase, in | 113.0 | | Length, in | 197.8 | | Width, in | 74.4 | | Height, in | 56.0 | | Curb weight, lb | 3567 | | Seating capacity | 5 | | Cargo capacity, cu ft | 16.8 | | Fuel capacity, gal | 17.2 | | TEST DATA | | 0-60 mph, sec | 7.7 | | 1/4 mile, sec/mph | 15.9/89.2 | | Braking, 60-0 mph, ft | 128 | | Skidpad, g | 0.80 | | 600-ft slalom, mph | 65.9 | | Total mileage | 12,541 | | Avg. test mpg | 18.7 | | Problem areas | Rear door scuff plate | | Non-warr. cost | None | | CONSUMER INFO | | Base price | $28,950 | | Price as tested | $31,155 | | Current value, wlsl/rtail | $23,985/$29,225 | | | According to Kelley Blue Book | | Airbags | Dual front | | EPA mpg, city/hwy | 18/27 | | Range, city/hwy, miles | 310/464 | | Basic warranty | 3 yrs/36,000 miles | | Powertrain warranty | 3 yrs/36,000 miles | | Roadside assistance | 3 yrs/36,000 miles | | Recalls | 1: shoulder belt top mounting bolt |
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