2021 Chrysler 300

History/Overview

While the 300 name has a long history at Chrysler, the modern version dates to 2005. Chrysler introduced the second-generation model in 2011.

What’s New/Key Changes From Last Year

For 2021, Chrysler has simplified the 300 lineup with fewer trim levels, and has added new standard and optional features in certain trims.

Available Trims

Chrysler offers the 300 in Touring, Touring L and S trims. All start with a 3.6L V6 engine and rear-wheel drive. All-wheel drive and a 5.7L V8 engine are optional. An eight-speed automatic transmission is the only one available.

Standard Features

The 300 Touring’s exterior comes equipped with LED taillights, power/heated side mirrors, 17-inch alloy wheels, auto on/off headlights, and passive keyless entry.

Inside, there’s a six-speaker stereo, dual-zone automatic climate control, an analog dash clock, cloth upholstery, a leather-trimmed steering wheel, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a power driver’s seat with lumbar, and a rotary transmission shifter.

Standard tech features include a 7.0-inch driver info display, rain-sensing wipers, smartphone integration, dual USB charging ports, and an 8.4-inch infotainment display.

Touring L trim adds side mirror-mounted courtesy lights, a garage door remote, 18-inch wheels, remote engine start, front and rear park assist, LED fog lights, a power front passenger seat, Nappa leather upholstery, blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, and heated front seats.

300 S gains a sport drive mode, black taillight and grille trim, 20-inch wheels, sport seats, an upgraded stereo, and paddle shifters.

Key Options

The Chrysler 300’s most notable options are available in Touring L and S trims.

A Safetytec package adds adaptive cruise, forward collision warning with emergency braking, automatic high beams, and lane departure warning with lane keep assist.

The comfort group brings HID headlights with auto leveling, a heated steering wheel, additional cabin lighting, ventilated front seats, electric steering column adjustment, heated rear seats, and side mirrors that tilt down in reverse.

You can also add a package that bundles a nine-speaker stereo, dual-pane sunroof, navigation, SiriusXM connectivity features, and satellite radio.

Fuel Economy

Chrysler’s fuel consumption estimates for the 300 are 12.4/7.8 L/100 km (city/highway) with the 3.6L engine and RWD, and 12.8/8.7 L/100 km with AWD.

V8-powered models are rated 14.7/9.4 L/100 km.

Competition

The full-size near-luxury sedan segment is waning, so the 300 faces little direct competition anymore. Shop this big car against the Toyota Avalon, the Kia Stinger, and Volkswagen’s Arteon. All of these cars go after different slices of the sedan market, but they have comfort and class in common.