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Tour in style with Chrysler
Chrysler's re-emergence in the Australian market could not have come at a worse time for the luxury models Holden and Ford produce locally. Both companies have taken a severe hit, with the new Chrysler 300C claiming 55% of the market against Statesmen and Fairlane after just three months.
And it's easy to see why. First, the 300C has a unique style with a huge grille, high and wide body, angled rear, massive 18” wheels and a squared, American-style bonnet. The vehicle turns heads, as we can testify from our test drives around Melbourne and Sydney.
However, under the hood is where the 300C has really sparked attention, with a 250kW, 5.7 litre HEMI V8 engine delivering a huge surge of unadulterated power (or to cruise beautifully on the open road). The transmission is ultra-smooth to boot, delivering fluent acceleration.
Inside the cabin there are features galore, including heated leather seats, power everything, dual-zone climate control and a lush Boston Acoustics sound system. It smacks of opulence and the driving experience is genuinely regal. Go on, treat yourself…
Chrysler 300C HEMI V8
Engine 5.7 litre V8, 250kW of power
Economy 12 litres per 100km (ave.)
Acceleration 0-100kph in 6.4 seconds
Transmission 5-speed automatic
Price from $59,990
Features four airbags, traction control, ESP stability control, 6-stacker CD player, climate control, heated & powered leather seats, walnut trim, alarm. |
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Citroen awarded ‘safest ever' car
The new Citroen C6 luxury saloon has been touted as the safest passenger vehicle ever produced, being awarded 5 stars by Euro-NCAP for occupant safety and 4 stars (the first incidence of such) for pedestrian safety. It features nine airbags, bonnet absorption, front & rear radar, lane departure warning, and more.
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Happy motoring, from the
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