This is really an awesome car. It eats up the highway miles, and blows away any tailgater that may try and bother you. The gas tank is tiny thanks to the independent rear suspension and big limited slip diff, the gas mileage is, eh... OK, as long as you can keep your foot out of it, but I couldn't. It's too much fun. Other than that, its a really nice machine. I don't understand why you would pay thousands more for a similarly equipped, boring, German snob-box. (I do realize that this is a Mercedes chassis, but that's not why people buy it.) With traction control turned off, (great big,easy-to-find button, and not hidden in computer settings like big luxury brands) this is a modern day version of a late 60's family hot rod, pure and simple. Good value for the price, but still an expensive car, although, unlike a BMW or Audi, it wont cost thousands to repair in the unlikely event that anything goes wrong under the hood. The 5.7 is a tough engine that's been around for quite a while, the same goes for the five-speed mated to it.
Well done vid! The more I love my Chrysler 300 . Thank you for driving in such a beautiful backdrop of scenery while pointing out the features and benefits of this dream car.
Would like to have your opinion please. A 2012 300 with the 5.7 v8 with 115,000 miles, Do u still think that engine has some life in it or is that too many miles? Thank you.
@@a.d.c7941 if it was highway miles then it’s ok. Depends on how it was treated and if it was well maintained. 115k miles is not horribly many miles but be aware of maintenance and repair history if any.
I just bought this exact car (2012 v8 awd black) back in March and love it so far. Amazing to see this was a nearly 50k car new when I bought mine for less than 20k with only 33k miles.
When using this car in manual shift mode you can get back to automatic mode by pushing the shift lever to the right for a second.... no need to shift into neutral and back to drive as you indicated.
My co-worker has the 2012 Chrysler 300 AWD V-8. He has 296,000 miles on it and it has been a great car. He said every 100,000 miles the radiator cracks (first time the top tank. second time the bottom tank). He doesn't complain though, because they are only $99 new on e-bay and easy to change out.
Nice review...You helped influence my decision to get a 2012c. I purchased it two weeks ago and very pleased with my purchase. This car is FAST! I was able to disappoint would be speed demons by excelerating so that they could not pass! There are no HEMI decals to give away the power that is harnessed under this sharp looking sedan. I had to play with the shifter to learn how to take it out of ALL WHEEL which you can also use in manual as well...The 2015 does not come in v8 ALL WHEEL which why I feel privileged to have this gem. Thanks for a good review.
PpsyP you wrote this a while ago so I hope you respond. I would like to know how that car is holding up? I’m thinking about getting one and would like to get some info about it’s reliability?
FYI...you can disengage the manual trans mode. below is from the user manual of the car. what you said about going to N then D to disengage is not correct "To disengage AutoStick® mode, hold the shift lever to the right or press and hold the (+) shift paddle (if equipped) until “D” is once again indicated in the instrument cluster. You can shift in or out of the AutoStick® mode at any time without taking your foot off the accelerator pedal."
I've driven most of the C's competitors and found that the Japanese and Germans aren't really trying anymore. When out on test drives, I would ask about certain features that were missing that the 300C had, I would get the typical "Ya, but it's a Merc/Acura/BMW/Lexus" attitude, to which I would reply "So then there is no excuse, is there?". I don't care about make or model, I care about what you get for the money, and for this there is nothing that can touch a well appointed 300C.
On the autoshift, if you shift it all the way to the right, it should put it back into drive instead of having a 6th gear option :) thats how it works on my brothers charger at least!
I own one and all i tell people who dont necessarily like the car is to drive it... You will love it ones you drive it and its faster than any car in its class
That's a first. I've driven them both (2012 models) & they felt like the same car build quality wise, & they are basically. If anything, the 300C felt a little nicer as it's geared more towards luxury versus the Charger R/T. The 300C definitely had the nicer ride quality though & it also seemed to be more quiet inside. I noticed that within the first 1/2 mile of driving them back to back. When it call comes down to it, they're both extremely nice cars which is all that really matters.
This is a great looking car, inside and out. The tan leather interior looks especially nice. One complaint though. The tan carpeting in the footwells is really going to show the dirt, especially in winter. Chrysler should put dark brown carpeting in the footwells and maybe even a brown color on the lower door panels and the outsides of the center-stack, where your feet touch it, so the dirt won't be as visible. Check out the tan interior of the Buick Regal to get an idea of what I mean.
U can go back to automatic mode from manual by pushing the transmission knob towards the right and holding it for 2 -3 seconds and it goes back to auto..you don't have to move to neutral
Love this car. 2013 300s AWD V8 w/ luxury group. My only "complaint" is headroom. Not sure how many times times i've lost a few follicles of hair when closing the sunroof. I'm 6'.
I can't help but notice the play of the steering wheel. It look so loose, almost like it has some problems. Inaccurate steering could be very annoying.
holy moly , 47000 for a 300C which should be the luxury version. i might aswell spend another 1000 for the beast mode srt8 . or save about 15000 and just get the very nicely equpped 300S.
The cup holders with its heat and cold settings keeps your coffee warm or your beer or soda cold. WTH did he just say? I had to rewind that one and go back to what he said. WOW, so you can drive this car with a beer and it stays cold? Well I am sold on this vechicle on just that alone. lol Did anyone else find that a little odd?
5th gear are a bunch of numb Nuts . I love the car and I have the Hemi ..very good engine very responsive. shift well saphisticated Awd .BTW it has 19inch wheels not 20s.
Tom Forrest they didn't test it forwhat its made for ,long straight drving wich we have in the U.S they put it on a track ,and said ok 300 eat these sharp twist ,and turns its built for our roads not theirs beside the Brits hate most things American especially its cars .
This is really an awesome car. It eats up the highway miles, and blows away any tailgater that may try and bother you. The gas tank is tiny thanks to the independent rear suspension and big limited slip diff, the gas mileage is, eh... OK, as long as you can keep your foot out of it, but I couldn't. It's too much fun. Other than that, its a really nice machine. I don't understand why you would pay thousands more for a similarly equipped, boring, German snob-box. (I do realize that this is a Mercedes chassis, but that's not why people buy it.) With traction control turned off, (great big,easy-to-find button, and not hidden in computer settings like big luxury brands) this is a modern day version of a late 60's family hot rod, pure and simple. Good value for the price, but still an expensive car, although, unlike a BMW or Audi, it wont cost thousands to repair in the unlikely event that anything goes wrong under the hood. The 5.7 is a tough engine that's been around for quite a while, the same goes for the five-speed mated to it.
Well done vid! The more I love my Chrysler 300 . Thank you for driving in such a beautiful backdrop of scenery while pointing out the features and benefits of this dream car.
Would like to have your opinion please. A 2012 300 with the 5.7 v8 with 115,000 miles, Do u still think that engine has some life in it or is that too many miles? Thank you.
@@a.d.c7941 if it was highway miles then it’s ok. Depends on how it was treated and if it was well maintained. 115k miles is not horribly many miles but be aware of maintenance and repair history if any.
I just bought this exact car (2012 v8 awd black) back in March and love it so far. Amazing to see this was a nearly 50k car new when I bought mine for less than 20k with only 33k miles.
Great choice man! is the car still good?
This was love at first sight and test drive. Bought the last one on the lot today. I am so excited!!!
Don't have to put it in Neutral and back from Manual, All you have to do is hold it towards the plus sign and it will get it in to automatic.
When using this car in manual shift mode you can get back to automatic mode by pushing the shift lever to the right for a second.... no need to shift into neutral and back to drive as you indicated.
i just bought this car today. Great car
Ro Dawg still good ?
Is it still good
Is it still good?
Is still good ?
Probably blew up cause GM
My co-worker has the 2012 Chrysler 300 AWD V-8. He has 296,000 miles on it and it has been a great car. He said every 100,000 miles the radiator cracks (first time the top tank. second time the bottom tank). He doesn't complain though, because they are only $99 new on e-bay and easy to change out.
19" wheels came on the AWD they also have -55 offset unlike -25...also you can force RWD or AWD with a tazer z which makes it nice.
Nice review...You helped influence my decision to get a 2012c. I purchased it two weeks ago and very pleased with my purchase. This car is FAST! I was able to disappoint would be speed demons by excelerating so that they could not pass! There are no HEMI decals to give away the power that is harnessed under this sharp looking sedan. I had to play with the shifter to learn how to take it out of ALL WHEEL which you can also use in manual as well...The 2015 does not come in v8 ALL WHEEL which why I feel privileged to have this gem. Thanks for a good review.
PpsyP you wrote this a while ago so I hope you respond. I would like to know how that car is holding up? I’m thinking about getting one and would like to get some info about it’s reliability?
FYI...you can disengage the manual trans mode. below is from the user manual of the car. what you said about going to N then D to disengage is not correct
"To disengage AutoStick® mode, hold the shift lever to the
right or press and hold the (+) shift paddle (if equipped)
until “D” is once again indicated in the instrument cluster.
You can shift in or out of the AutoStick® mode at any time
without taking your foot off the accelerator pedal."
This car is so gorgeous ! I have the charger version of this car and it's awesome !
I've driven most of the C's competitors and found that the Japanese and Germans aren't really trying anymore. When out on test drives, I would ask about certain features that were missing that the 300C had, I would get the typical "Ya, but it's a Merc/Acura/BMW/Lexus" attitude, to which I would reply "So then there is no excuse, is there?". I don't care about make or model, I care about what you get for the money, and for this there is nothing that can touch a well appointed 300C.
Daniel Gereusse you mean that you enjoy the driving of C300
On the autoshift, if you shift it all the way to the right, it should put it back into drive instead of having a 6th gear option :) thats how it works on my brothers charger at least!
I own one and all i tell people who dont necessarily like the car is to drive it... You will love it ones you drive it and its faster than any car in its class
That's a first. I've driven them both (2012 models) & they felt like the same car build quality wise, & they are basically. If anything, the 300C felt a little nicer as it's geared more towards luxury versus the Charger R/T. The 300C definitely had the nicer ride quality though & it also seemed to be more quiet inside. I noticed that within the first 1/2 mile of driving them back to back. When it call comes down to it, they're both extremely nice cars which is all that really matters.
This is a great looking car, inside and out. The tan leather interior looks especially nice. One complaint though. The tan carpeting in the footwells is really going to show the dirt, especially in winter. Chrysler should put dark brown carpeting in the footwells and maybe even a brown color on the lower door panels and the outsides of the center-stack, where your feet touch it, so the dirt won't be as visible. Check out the tan interior of the Buick Regal to get an idea of what I mean.
I rented one 2 years ago, I absolutely loved the car, however, I am not crazy about their reliability record.
Lmfao keep your beer cold at night lol
Very nice review! Thank you for being handsomely dressed to match the car itself- a quality not often seen with majority of reviewers.
U can go back to automatic mode from manual by pushing the transmission knob towards the right and holding it for 2 -3 seconds and it goes back to auto..you don't have to move to neutral
Beer ..you right about that 😎👍
Excellent reviews!
Which vehicle do you think has the best mix of quietness and less road noise? Comparing the 300 vs Cadenza and Hyundai Azera?
Love this car. 2013 300s AWD V8 w/ luxury group. My only "complaint" is headroom. Not sure how many times times i've lost a few follicles of hair when closing the sunroof. I'm 6'.
I like your review I am looking to get out of my volvo s80 and get one of these
At 65 it is turning about 2000 RPM.
i love both but id probably get a Taurus but it would have to be the SHO trim
nice review; thanks
Nice review!
i have the 2012 300 Limited and its awesome!!!
how did it go after all those years?
I can't help but notice the play of the steering wheel. It look so loose, almost like it has some problems. Inaccurate steering could be very annoying.
holy moly , 47000 for a 300C which should be the luxury version. i might aswell spend another 1000 for the beast mode srt8 . or save about 15000 and just get the very nicely equpped 300S.
I really noticed the door issue in my wifes charger its kind of annoying. I make sure to grab it when i step in now lol.
Which is better a 300c or a Toyota Avalon
The cup holders with its heat and cold settings keeps your coffee warm or your beer or soda cold. WTH did he just say? I had to rewind that one and go back to what he said. WOW, so you can drive this car with a beer and it stays cold? Well I am sold on this vechicle on just that alone. lol
Did anyone else find that a little odd?
I love this car
Still a great car i have a black on black one myself
Do you know if 2012 came with 8 speed?
Yes the 300s
Haha he said beer. That made me laugh out loud
the gear changer should be like a 2016 dodge dart
What has a smoother ride? This or the 2014 Impala?
Impala is trash compared to this lmao
just up shift to get it out of manual mode
An automatic doesn't rev match downshift? Weird lol.
I meant "When it all comes down to it"
Very classy for an American car, but its one of those cars that if you can afford to run it, youd buy the real deal ( in this case, a bentley ).
Bentleys are much more expensive. A nice 2012 used bentley will be over 100,000 dollars easy.
not even close to the same class of car. thats like watching a bmw 5-series review and concluding that you should buy an accord..?
Impala.
5th gear are a bunch of numb Nuts . I love the car and I have the Hemi ..very good engine very responsive. shift well saphisticated Awd .BTW it has 19inch wheels not 20s.
the whole car feels pretty loose. part of the reason i'm not a huge fan.
Nag nag nag
Beer???!!!
give me the 2005-2010 300 5.7/6.1 any day, feels bigger, amazing seats, interior is way better, better stereo all around better car
Rear leg room is horrible
lol 9:55
5 blokes drive KIAs ...
Dodge Charger is basically the same car but MUCH better, much more put together, drives better and nicer interior in my opinion
But more likely to get stolen don't forget that.
lowest score on 5 th gear Uk ever , watch the show .
Tom Forrest they didn't test it forwhat its made for ,long straight drving wich we have in the U.S they put it on a track ,and said ok 300 eat these sharp twist ,and turns its built for our roads not theirs beside the Brits hate most things American especially its cars .
He's a real complainer and he doesn't know how to drive that particular vehicle.
You shouldn't drink and drive.
u complain too much
eats too much gas, ill stick with the 2013 nissan altima. Much cheaper.
Its an awd tank with a v8 what the hell did you expect
Completely different vehicles, couldn’t compare them realistically.