2009 LX and LC models: New features and changes
Last updated: Summer, 2008
Notes:
* This post will be continuously updated and/or corrected between now and until the 2009 models are released in the fall of 2008
* Much of the listed info is debuting exclusively here on 300CForums.com
* Some features may be optional and/or grouped in packages and available only on selected models
* Some of the information posted here has not and will not be officially confirmed for quite some time
* Please do not make a vehicle buying decision based on information herein until it's officially announced
2009 Chrysler 300 Series (LX)
Production startup (unless otherwise noted): late July 2008
2.7L (300 LX only)
3.5L (300 Touring and Limited only)
5.7L (NEW 370hp MDS "Eagle" engine with Variable Camshaft Timing, 300C only)
6.1L 425 hp (SRT8 only)
New 300 series features:
EXTERIOR
• Backlite antenna reinstated in rear window replaces mast antenna
• New paint: Deep Water Blue Pearl
• Discontinued paint: Steel Blue Metallic
INTERIOR
• Air filtration standard on all Chrysler models
• Automatic headlamps and Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) standard on 300 Touring
• California walnut interior accents standard on 300 Limited
• Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) automatically informs driver when using fuel-saving multi-displacement system MDS by flashing “ECO” message (300C)
• Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) automatically informs driver when vehicle goes into AWD mode
• Internet Wi-Fi (optional Mopar accessory)
• iPod - built-in interface on selected radios
• LED map pocket lighting standard on 300 Limited and 300C
• New LED illuminated front cup holder rings standard on all Chrysler models
• New chrome I/P trim rings on 300 Touring
• MyGIG® Entertainment System (without navigation) standard on 300 Limited, 300C and 300C SRT8
• New front seat headrests on 300C SRT8 (change made for U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard FMVSS) tilts headrest forward
• Normal cruise control mode added to Adaptive Speed Control
• Rear Seat Video™ System no longer optional with Limited
• Refined trunk area includes standard trunk scuff plate, decklid liner, grocery bag hooks and cargo net
• Reversible trunk mat standard on Chrysler 300 Limited and 300C (not available on SRT8)
• Sound Group no longer optional with Touring
• Speed control standard on 300C SRT8
• Tire Pressure Monitor warning message appears as “LO TIRE” in digital odometer (vehicles without EVIC)
• Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel standard on 300 Limited
POWERTRAIN/CHASSIS
• AWD vehicles equipped with new active transfer case to maximize performance and fuel economy
• Comfort tuned suspension on 300 Limited and 300C with 18-inch wheels (de-tuned for more comfortable ride)
• Sunroof standard on 300C SRT8
• 300C Heritage Model includes the following new equipment for 2009 MY in addition to carry-over equipment from 2008:
– 20-inch chrome wheels (Mopar®)
– 245/45R20 A/S Performance tires (2008 SRT Design package)
– Performance suspension
– Grille, front fascia (different finish)
– “Heritage” fender badge placed on left and right side
– “Heritage” badge on front seats
Exterior colors:
BRIGHT SILVER METALLIC CLEAR COAT
BRILLIANT BLACK CRYSTAL PEARL COAT
CLEARWATER BLUE PEARL COAT
COOL VANILLA CLEAR COAT
DARK TITANIUM MET. CLEAR COAT
DEEP WATER BLUE PEARL COAT
INFERNO RED CRYSTAL PEARL COAT
LIGHT SANDSTONE MET. CLEAR COAT
STONE WHITE CLEAR COAT
EXTERIOR
• New grille finish with chrome exterior ring and winged badge with grille insert having a spinel finish
• New exterior color: Deep Water Blue Clear Coat, replaces Steel Blue
• Sun roof now standard
• Backlite antenna reinstated in rear window replaces mast antenna
INTERIOR
• Uconnect tunes now standard (MyGIG system without navigation)
• New front-seat head rest tilts headrest forward
• Normal cruise control mode added to Adaptive Speed Control
• Speed control now Standard
• Refined trunk area includes standard trunk scuff plate, decklid liner, grocery bag hooks and cargo net
POWERTRAIN/CHASSIS
• New ABS and Electronic Stability Program (ESP) calibrations
• New suspension tuning involving the knuckle, shock valve and ESP calibrations
• Improved fuel economy results in a lower gas guzzler tax
• New Limited Slip Differential
Charger SE
Charger SE AWD
Charger SXT
Charger SXT AWD
Charger R/T
Charger R/T AWD
Charger SRT8
Engines:
2.7L (SE only)
3.5L (SE, SXT only)
5.7L (NEW 370 hp MDS engine with VCT, R/T only)
6.1L 425 hp (SRT8 only)
New Features:
All models - Rear window integrated antenna replaces mast antenna
AWD models - new active transfer case with front axle disconnect
Internet - Wi-Fi port (Mopar accessory, possible late model year factory option)
iPod - built-in interface on selected radios
Active Cruise Control
Upgraded suspension
SE
Key features same as 2008 models
SXT
Key features same as 2008 models
R/T
Key features same as 2008 models
SRT8:
Key features same as 2008 models
New Brake knockback mitigation (unconfirmed)
New Limited Slip Differential
2009 Dodge Challenger (LC)
Production start, 2008 models (SRT8 only): April 21, 2008
Production start, 2009 models (SE, R/T, SRT8): Late July 2008
Models:
Challenger SE base model 4-speed auto (changover to 5-speed April 2009)
Challenger R/T 5-speed auto
Challenger R/T 6-speed manual
Challenger SRT8 5-speed auto
Challenger SRT8 6-speed manual
Engines:
3.5L (SE model only)
5.7L (NEW 375 hp 5.7L gen II engine with Variable Cam Timing, 6-speed R/T only)
5.7L (NEW 370 hp 5.7L gen II engine with Variable Cam Timing and MDS, 5-speed R/T only)
6.1L (SRT8 only)
Transmissions:
4-speed automatic (SE model only) (changover to 5-speed April 2009)
5-speed automatic W5A580 (R/T and SRT)
6-speed manual TREMEC 6060 (R/T and SRT)
AM/FM CD MP3 Radio (model RES)
AM/FM 6 Disc DVD MP3 Radio (model REQ)
MyGIG Infotainment System with navigation (model RER)
Exterior colors:
Bright Silver Metallic
Brilliant Black
Dark Titanium Metallic
Deep Water Blue Pearl
Inferno Red Crystal pearl
Hemi Orange Pearl
TorRed
Stone White
B-5 Blue (late model year intro for R/T classic model)
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Compiled by ResumeSpeed exclusively for 300CForums.com
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Last edited by ResumeSpeed : 07-20-2008 at 12:30 AM.
Anybody venture to guess when the 300 will see a full redesign. 2010 I would guess w/ the release date being sometime in '09. Car designs typically last 5 years right?
I think the 0.0L engines are going to be totally awesome! It’s about time they put some umph into their line up.
Imagine the gas savings!
Quote:
Originally Posted by srt8danno
Sorry….I couldn’t resist. I know this is early information and I do appreciate it. Thanks RS for your continued hard work!
Hey Danno, my "sources" are usually pretty reliable and the latest word I hear is that you are most likely going to trade-in your SRT8 later on next year, can this possibly be true?
Last edited by ResumeSpeed : 01-16-2007 at 02:46 PM.
Hey Danno, my "sources" are usually pretty reliable and the latest word I hear is that you are most likely going to trade-in your SRT8 later on next year, can this possibly be true?
What do your sources say about the New Yorker, or the Imperial actually being built?
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