Top Used Chrysler Models

Chrysler, founded in 1925, has had a tumultuous history as the third-largest of Detroit's auto companies. Known in the years after World War II for its well-engineered cars, it has spent the last three decades bouncing between highs and lows. In the 1990s, Chrysler came back again, with vehicles like the powerful Dodge Viper sports car and its Jeep lineup. In 1998, Chrysler was acquired by Daimler-Benz of Germany and spent the next eight years as part of DaimlerChrysler. In 2008 Chrysler joined General Motors in seeking assistance from Congress, which rejected the company's bid, forcing the Bush administration to step in with a financial lifeline. In January, Chrysler announced it had reached a tentative deal with Fiat.  Despite the restructuring, Chrysler continues to produce vehicles that consumers love. Here are the top used models.

Used Chrysler 300

 The 300 comes in rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and an optional long wheelbase model is available. The long wheelbase model is 6' longer than the standard 300 and allows for larger rear doors. A 190 hp 2.7-liter V-6 or a 250hp 3.5-liter V-6 power the 300. Both the long wheelbase and the four-wheel drive versions come only with the V-6.Smooth, quiet operation, tight handling, space, luxury: The Chrysler 300 sedan has it all, at attractive prices. The Chrysler 300 line offers a wide range of engines and amenities. The 300C offers a truly powerful Hemi V8, with Chrysler's fuel-saving Multi Displacement System, and it can be equipped with most of the gizmos and luxury features available today. The 2007 lineup includes new long-wheelbase models. The Chrysler 300 marked a return to rear-wheel drive for large American sedans, and we consider that a benefit. Rear-wheel drive adds to the driving pleasure, which is partly why luxury sedans and sports car have traditionally used it. The Chrysler 300 models are comfortable. They're also responsive for large cars. The 300C delivers thrilling acceleration and the SRT-8 true high performance in civilized fashion.

Used Chrysler Town & Country

Chrysler's minivan is an upscale version of the Dodge Caravan and Grand Caravan. Town & Country comes in base trim and in longer-body LX, Touring, and Limited models. All have seven-passenger seating. Base and LX have a 170-hp 3.3-liter V6. Touring and Limited have a 200-hp 3.8 V6. All have automatic transmission. Traction control is exclusive to Touring and Limited. An antiskid system is unavailable. The base model has rear drum brakes with optional ABS; the other models come with antilock 4-wheel disc brakes. A driver knee airbag is standard, and curtain side airbags that cover all three seating rows are standard on Limited, optional on the others. Exclusive to extended-length versions are Chrysler's Stow 'n Go 2nd- and 3rd-row seats that fold into floorwells. With the seats raised, the wells are storage bins. Other available features include power sliding side doors, power liftgate, power-adjustable pedals, DVD entertainment, navigation system, rear obstacle detection, and wireless cell phone link. Used Town & Country's performance and accommodations mirror those of comparably equipped Caravans.

Used Chrysler Sebring

For 2007, however, Chrysler executed a full redesign in hopes of making this mainstream vehicle more competitive. The 2007 Sebring is now based on a lengthened and widened version of the front-wheel-drive Dodge Caliber platform. Three engines are available: a 173-horsepower, 2.4-liter four-cylinder; a 189-hp, 2.7-liter V6; and a 235-hp, 3.5-liter V6. Cabin space is improved in the '07 Sebring, which has as much headroom and legroom as any sedan in this class. Its narrow body is still short on hip and shoulder room, though, and the trunk measures just 13.6 cubic feet. The design of the cabin is clean and ergonomically sound, but interior plastics are behind the curve for this price range.The equipment list is fairly impressive, as all used Sebring model come with ABS, a tire-pressure monitor, front-seat side airbags, full-length head curtain airbags, air-conditioning, a CD player, an input jack for MP3 players, cruise control and a tilt/telescoping steering wheel.

Used Chrysler PT Cruiser

Chrysler's retro-styled compact comes as a five-passenger 4-dr wagon and as a four-seat 2-dr convertible. Wagons come in base, Touring, Limited, and GT trim. Convertibles have a power folding soft top and come in base, Touring, and GT guise. All have 4-cyl engines of 150, 180, or 230 hp, depending on model. The 180- and 230-hp engines are turbocharged. Automatic transmission is standard on 180-hp models. Others offer manual or automatic. The GT's automatic includes a manual shift gate. ABS is standard on GT, optional on others. GTs have traction control and sport suspension. Front side airbags are standard on Limited and GT, optional elsewhere. Overall, used PT Cruisers are fun and eye catching vehicles to drive. Bulging fenders, fender-mounted headlights and taillights, and a tall, wide eggcrate grille help give the PT Cruiser its unique look. Another distinctive feature is its basic stance, which makes the wagon look like it's leaning forward. Built on a 103-inch wheelbase, the PT Cruiser is 168.9 inches long overall and 63 inches tall. Chrysler says the retro-styled, front-wheel-drive PT Cruiser blends the elements of a sedan, wagon, sport utility vehicle and minivan.

Used Chrysler Pacifica

  The Pacifica fills a need for those seeking a family hauler that's outside the box.  Its got sharp styling, able handling and long list of luxury and safety features. With the base model used Pacificas, you get seating for five; there is a rear bench that seats three, but no third row. Touring and Limited models are equipped with second-row bucket seats and accommodate six passengers thanks to a split-folding third-row seat. A surprisingly accommodating entry height makes getting in and out of the Pacifica a breeze. Both second- and third-row chairs fold flat, affording the Pacifica a fair degree of versatility. However, cramped legroom means that the wagon's third row is best left for the wee ones. Cargo room is generous, opening up to 92.2 cubic feet in the base model and 79.5 in the Touring and Limited (due to the third-row seat). Pacifica gets a minor facelift and a powertrain revamp for 2007. This wagon blends car, SUV, and minivan traits, and all models offer front- or all-wheel drive. The base model seats five, Touring and Limited seat six. For 2007, the front-drive base model has a 200-hp 3.8-liter V6 and a 4-speed automatic transmission. The 2nd- and 3rd-row seats fold down but don't remove. Rear obstacle detection is standard on Limited, optional otherwise. Standard on Limited and optional on Touring are power-adjustable pedals, power liftgate, sunroof, and heated 1st- and 2nd-row seats. Other available features include a navigation system, rearview camera, DVD entertainment, and a wireless cell phone link.