On a more responsible note the Crossfire Roadster boasts multi-stage driver and passenger front airbags, door-mounted thorax side airbags, the LATCH child restraint system
with a passenger-side airbag deactivation switch, tire pressure monitoring system, Sentry Key vehicle immobilizer, security alarm system, quad halogen projector headlamps and tow-away protection. So when all is said and done what do I think of Chrysler's new Crossfire Roadster? It's clearly as good as any premium sports car on the market and better than some, offering top-grade build quality, enticing performance and superb styling. Chrysler tops off the entire package with a much better warranty than any of its premium competitors and a relatively low price of entry. The combination should spell out total market domination, but being a fickle target demographic the Crossfire Roadster will most likely give its owners a certain level of exclusivity. And rarity is a nice bonus that usually costs quite a bit more to secure.
Specifications:
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| Excellent build quality, enticing performance, superb styling and a great warranty should spell market dominance for the Crossfire Roadster, but a fickle target demographic will most likely make this drop top an exclusive rarity. (Photo: Trevor Hofmann, Canadian Auto Press) |
Specifications:
- Price Range (MSRP): $51,595 - $54,595
- Body Type: 2-door convertible, unitized steel
- Layout: front engine, RWD
- Engine: 215-hp, 229 lb-ft, 3.2-L, 18-valve, SOHC V6
- Transmission: 6-spd manual (opt 5-spd auto with manual mode)
- Performance (0-100 km/h): 6.5 seconds
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS
- Curb Weight (manual - auto): 1,424 - 1,440 kg (3,140 - 3,174 lbs)
- Dimensions (L/W/H/WB): 4,059 / 1,766 / 1,315 / 2,400 mm (159.8 / 69.5 / 51.8 / 94.5 in)
- Seating Cap: 2
- Cargo Volume (top up/down): 190 / 104 L (6.5 / 3.6 cu ft)
- Fuel Economy (estimated city/hwy): 13.8 / 9.4 L/100 km (17 / 25 mpg) (manual)
- Warranty (mo/km): 36/60,000 comprehensive - 84/115,000 powertrain
- Direct Competitors: Audi TT Roadster, BMW Z4, MazdaSpeed MX-5 Miata, Mercedes-Benz SLK, Nissan 350Z Roadster, Porsche Boxster
- Web Site: www.chrysler.ca
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