Chrysler 300/ Dodge Magnum info
Also in the March 22 Automotive News is info on the new Chrysler 300/Dodge Magnum cars.Interesting bits include:
- 'The 300 and Magnum share a 120 wheelbase, the longest of any Chrysler or Dodge since the late 1930s.'
-The HEMI versions of the car will get better Mileage than our PTs thanks to Cylinder Deactivation.'At constant speed, such as freeway driving, the system switches from 8 cylinders to 4 in 0.040 seconds.Coupled with the 5-speed automatic, the HEMI's fuel economy is rated at 25 HWY/ 17 CITY.'
-Only the 300 will offer HID headlamps.
- Load leveling shock absorbers offered only on the Magnum as some buyers are expected to use it to tow.
- About 20% of the platform's (LX) components come from the Mercedes Benz parts bin.
Magnum SE (190HP V6) :$22495
Magnum SXT (250HP V6) :$25995
Magnum RT (HEMI) :$29995
300 (190HP V6) :$23595
300 Touring (250HP V6):$27395
300 Limited (250HP V6):$29890
300C (HEMI) :$32995
The prices listed include the Destination Charge.
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