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Chrysler Releases Photos of All-New 300C Touring Concept

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Khatir Soltani

No doubt a HEMI V8 resides behind the no-nonsense grille, sporting no less than 340-hp, while its automatic transmission will feature five forward speeds courtesy of the DaimlerChrysler marriage - the direct result of Mercedes-Benz V8 models receiving a new 7-speed automatic.

There is no official word as to whether Chrysler Group will build the 300C Touring, but don't bet against it. (Photo: DaimlerChrysler)

The car's suspension geometry is also contributed by Mercedes-Benz, a 5-link rear setup that promises to amalgamate sophisticated European handling dynamics with ballsy American V8 grunt - a tantalizing prospect.

There is no official word as to whether Chrysler Group will build the 300C Touring, but don't bet against it. The 300C is slated for Europe, just like the current 300M, a continent where sport wagons have always been tremendously popular.

Khatir Soltani
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