Other Carmakers Have Tried Europe without a Diesel, But Chrysler is Smarter than That
An American werewolf in Paris? The Chrysler 300C just may be that, although it will be showing up in many other cities across the continent as Chrysler is officially brings it to Europe.
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| Chrysler has announced that it will offer a turbodiesel version of its hot new 300 for the European market. (Photo: Trevor Hofmann, Canadian Auto Press) |
This very classy executive sedan captures the original 1950s 300 swagger and bold styling without giving up any of the sophistication of 21st century cars. Like other Chrysler and Jeep products already being sold in Europe, most motor combinations will be available. In the case of the 300, two V6s and the Hemi V8 with MDS variable displacement will be featured, but there's something extra heading overseas that won't be sold here - a turbodiesel.
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| In order for the 300 to be a success in Europe, it must feature an economical power solution that's refined and powerful. (Photo: Trevor Hofmann, Canadian Auto Press) |
Surprised? You shouldn't be if you've read anything about the 300, which shares much of its chassis architecture, 5-speed automatic transmission, steering column and more with the Mercedes-Benz E Class, one of very few cars sold in North America with a diesel engine. In order for the 300 to be a success in Europe, it must feature an economical power solution that's refined and powerful. Common-rail turbodiesel power is the golden key that will differentiate the 300 from other large American luxury sedans that tried to set foot where gas is priced like liquid gold (namely the Cadillac Seville STS).