Foisting a stampede of such magnitude upon a set of front wheel wheels can be problematic, and the 200 doesn’t escape entirely trouble-free. Under full throttle torque-steer is evident, and while it can be easily managed if anticipated, it can be disconcerting to the uninitiated.
Despite the subtle curse of torque-steer, the Pentastar’s delivery of its prodigious power is exceptionally smooth. The new engine is also notably fuel efficient on the highway, achieving an estimated consumption rating of 6.8L/100km as determined by EnerGuide Canada; their rating for the Pentastar V6 in the city is 11.0L/100km, which is less impressive but not disappointing.
Wrapping the 200
There’s little doubt that Chrysler 200 is among the best when it comes to high-value mid-size sedans. I was more impressed with my 200 Limited tester than I expected to be, and that was pleasant. I should caution though, that the Limited trim level includes the highly gratifying Pentastar V6 rather then the base 4-banger engine.
The Limited also includes plenty of content, such as leather seating, climate control and premium Bose Audio, making this vehicle markedly luxurious for its price. And perhaps that’s a suitable summary; the Chrysler 200 Limited is significantly more of a luxury car than expected.
The base 200 is tagged at $17,995 while the Touring model starts at $22,995; the top-shelf Limited with the Pentastar engine is stickered at $26,995.
Despite the subtle curse of torque-steer, the Pentastar’s delivery of its prodigious power is exceptionally smooth. The new engine is also notably fuel efficient on the highway, achieving an estimated consumption rating of 6.8L/100km as determined by EnerGuide Canada; their rating for the Pentastar V6 in the city is 11.0L/100km, which is less impressive but not disappointing.
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| The 200 Limited with the Pentastar engine is stickered at $26,995. (Photo: Rob Rothwell/Auto123.com) |
Wrapping the 200
There’s little doubt that Chrysler 200 is among the best when it comes to high-value mid-size sedans. I was more impressed with my 200 Limited tester than I expected to be, and that was pleasant. I should caution though, that the Limited trim level includes the highly gratifying Pentastar V6 rather then the base 4-banger engine.
The Limited also includes plenty of content, such as leather seating, climate control and premium Bose Audio, making this vehicle markedly luxurious for its price. And perhaps that’s a suitable summary; the Chrysler 200 Limited is significantly more of a luxury car than expected.
The base 200 is tagged at $17,995 while the Touring model starts at $22,995; the top-shelf Limited with the Pentastar engine is stickered at $26,995.
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