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What kind of engine does the Chrysler Crossfire have?

What kind of engine does the Chrysler Crossfire have?

2005 Crossfire SRT-6 Coupe in Sapphire Silver Blue The SRT-6 trim level, as both coupe and convertible , featured an Mercedes-Benz AMG M112 3.2 L V6 supercharged engine delivering 330 hp (246 kW) and 310 lb⋅ft (420 N⋅m) of torque. [2]

What was the original contract for the Chrysler Crossfire?

The original contract with Karmann to build the Crossfire was for about five years with an annual sales target of 20,000 units in the United States.

Is the crossfire rear wheel drive or front wheel drive?

The production car shares about 39% of its parts with Mercedes-Benz vehicles and Chrysler dealers were required to invest in special equipment, tools, and parts to be able to sell the new luxury model. The rear-wheel-drive Crossfire coupe design objective was to make an “impression” with looks that are “unique, almost sculptural.”

What kind of steering system does the crossfire use?

Unlike most cars of its time, the Crossfire does not use a rack and pinion steering system; instead, it utilizes a recirculating ball system as employed on the donor R170 platform.

The Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a Mercedes-Benz M112 engine, the same engine that was fitted to the first generation Mercedes SLK (R170).

What should I pay for a Chrysler Crossfire?

You can expect to pay around $5,000 for the cheapest Crossfire, and over $18,000 for an investor-level Crossfire SRT6. Values can vary dramatically depending on the condition, service history and mileage of the car.

What’s the difference between a Chrysler Crossfire and srt6?

The SRT6 is Chrysler’s high performance Crossfire model, producing an additional 115 bhp on the standard model thanks to the supercharger fitted to the engine. The Crossfire SRT6 was a different car altogether. As well as being nearly 1.5 seconds quicker to 60 mph, there were a number of aesthetic upgrades.

When did the Chrysler Crossfire concept car come out?

Chrysler Crossfire: A real American sports car? Dreamed up when Chrysler was owned by Daimler-Benz, the Crossfire concept car was intended to evoke a passionate emotional response from the public when it debuted at the 2001 North American International Auto Show.

What’s the price of a 2005 Chrysler Crossfire?

Best of all, the 2005 Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6 had a sticker price of just $46,095 and $49,995 for the coupe and convertible, respectively. Compared to the $53,000 2005 Porsche Boxster S, the SRT-6 models delivered more bang-for-the-buck.

What kind of transmission does the Chrysler Crossfire have?

Chrysler offered either a six-speed manual or five-speed automatic transmission, both borrowed from the—you guessed it—SLK320. Both transmissions were decent but the manual allowed drivers to make better use of the Crossfire’s powerband and was more engaging.

When did the Nissan 350Z crossfire come out?

By comparison, the Nissan 350Z sold roughly double the Crossfire’s figures in 2004 and 2005, and approximately five times the units Chrysler shifted in 2008. We tend to shy away from measuring a sports car’s true success by its sales numbers, though.

The 215 hp and 229 lb-ft of torque at 3,000 rpm are delivered for both Coupe and Roadster drivers by a 3.2 liter, 90-degree, 18-valve, single-overhead-cam V6 engine. A standard ESP, designed to help drivers maintain control during maneuvers and low traction conditions is included in the Chrysler Crossfire.

What does all speed traction control do on a crossfire?

On all Chrysler Crossfire models, all-speed traction control is also standard. It senses drive-wheel slip and individually brakes the slipping wheel and/or reduces excess engine power until control is regained. Thus the Crossfire’s mobility is improved and the wheel slip is prevented when accelerating on slippery surfaces.

What kind of safety equipment does a crossfire have?

The 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is available with a new standard safety equipment, which include a front passenger seat OCS, a multi-stage driver airbag designed to deploy at different levels, depending on the severity of impact and a passenger front airbag.

Where is the ignition switch on a Chrysler Crossfire?

The seats of the Crossfire Limited are trimmed in leather, with Chrysler’s signature winged badge embossed into both head restraints. Opposite to the steering column on the instrument panel, the ignition switch is located, while the car’s precise, white-on-black gauges feature black bezels and satin silver trim rings.

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Ruth Doyle