All-new Chrysler 300S Model Expands the Chrysler 300 Letter Series Heritage with More Personality and Style

• All-new 2012 Chrysler 300S series brings a youthful and aggressive appearance with athletic style and sophistication
• Chrysler brand redefines mobile audio experience with the world's first integration of Beats™ by Dr. Dre™ audio technology on all-new 300S models, creating the high-definition sound experience the way the artist intended you to hear it
• Available in Chrysler showrooms in third quarter 2011

All-new 2012 Chrysler 300S Series

Adding an avant-garde appearance to the letter-series flagship sedans, the all-new Chrysler 300S V-6 and V-8 models take the American brand in a new direction with world-class ride and handling, discrete exterior styling elements, contemporary interior materials and state-of-the-art technology features.

"No chrome . . . no wood . . . matte carbon fiber finishes . . . unique black or Radar Red leather . . . our biggest wheels, and world's first integration of Beats by Dr. Dre audio technology – the best standard audio system period. This is the new Chrysler 300S and it has an attitude that comes through loud and clear," said Olivier Francois, President and CEO - Chrysler Brand and Lead Executive for Marketing, Chrysler Group LLC. "For the Chrysler brand, it's not just about design, it's about substance. And with the Chrysler team working with Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine for months, I know the new 300S with its mapped sound waves, designed algorithms and unique Beats Audio components are a direct result from our model collaboration – a partnership between an OEM and the music industry – that makes the 300S perform with the power to play music as the artist intended it to be heard."

With larger 20-inch polished-face aluminum wheels with black painted pockets, wider all-season performance tires, touring-tuned (performance-tuned with HEMI® V-8 engine) second-generation E-segment chassis architecture with 25 percent quicker steering and 20 percent heavier on-center feel than the entry-level 300 model, the all-new Chrysler 300S V-6 and V-8 models are engineered for driving enjoyment.

Hinting that this Chrysler sedan was born with attitude and street-cred – unique body-color fascia accents and mirrors, and black-accented headlamp bezels with matching sculpted horizontal grille blades in black chrome replace bright chrome to give the 2012 Chrysler 300S a low-key street presence.

The interior of Chrysler 300S models exude an athletic-luxury theme with 12-way power driver and passenger front seats with large-bolstered and heated monotone cloth sport seats surrounded by an interior environment in black or Radar Red. Exclusive use of Piano Black on interior center stack, instrument panel, steering wheel, gauge cluster and door panel elements provide a uniquely lacquered and highly detailed appearance. Completing the enthusiast-designed interior are matte carbon hydrographic finished accents, replacing traditional burl wood.

State-of-the-art Uconnect® Touch 8.4 provides 2012 Chrysler 300S passengers with the segment's largest touchscreen display (8.4-inch) and next-generation mobile infotainment, connectivity and multimedia features.

Uconnect Touch also controls the 522-watt 12-channel amplifier that integrates the heart of the Beats proprietary equalizer algorithm, creating the high-definition sound Beats Audio founders Dr. Dre, and Jimmy Iovine, Chairman of Interscope Geffen A&M Records, require in their professional recording studios.

Behind the world's first integration of Beats™ by Dr. Dre™ audio technology, the 2012 Chrysler 300S features a high-performance 10-speaker Beats Audio system. Delivering the mid- to high-range needed for studio-quality sound are three 3.5-inch speakers located in the instrument panel and two 3.5-inch speakers located in the rear doors. Two 6 x 9-inch front-door woofers provide bass, while two 6 x 9-inch speakers and a center-mounted 8-inch speaker located in the rear-shelf area provide full-range audio.

Maximizing how music genres from hip hop to Motown should sound and feel, an 8-inch Beats Audio trunk-mounted dual-voice coil subwoofer with sealed enclosure delivers tight, powerful, punchy bass.

Chrysler 300S V-6

The 2012 Chrysler 300S V-6 model features the aluminum 3.6-liter Pentastar engine delivering 292 best-in-class six-cylinder horsepower through an all-new segment-exclusive ZF eight-speed automatic transmission. For even more spirited driving with performance feel, the driver can utilize all-new steering-wheel mounted magnesium paddle shifters to manually select the desired gear.

When equipped with the optional Luxury Group, the Chrysler 300S V-6 includes premium Nappa leather sport seating in black or exclusive Radar Red, memory module that stores position of the driver seat, exterior mirror, steering wheel, pedal and radio for two drivers, heated rear seats, heated and leather-wrapped steering wheel, power tilt and telescoping steering column, power-adjustable pedals, power sunshade, vehicle security alarm, driver's side auto-dimming mirrors and auto-tilt in Reverse, heated/cooled cup holders, trunk mat, satin chrome lower door sills with "Chrysler" logo, and LED illuminated front-footwells and front and rear map pockets.

Chrysler 300S HEMI®

Packed with a 363 horsepower 5.7-liter HEMI® V-8 engine including innovative Fuel Saver Technology, a five-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters and Auto Stick, performance-tuned suspension and larger performance disc brakes, the 2012 Chrysler 300S V-8 delivers world-class power and refinement with enthusiast-tuned handling.

In addition to the features included on the Chrysler 300S V-6 with Luxury Group, the eight-cylinder 300S model adds 160-mph LED-illuminated instrument cluster, rain-sensing windshield wipers, Smartbeam headlamps, ParkView® rear back-up camera, and HomeLink universal transceiver.

Chrysler 300S V-6 and HEMI® AWD models

Providing additional all-season confidence, the Chrysler 300S V-6 and V-8 all-wheel-drive (AWD) models utilize 19-inch polished-face aluminum wheels with black painted pockets, P235/55R19 all-season performance tires and the most advanced AWD system in its class.

For inclement weather driving conditions and exceptional road manners, the all-new 2011 Chrysler 300S AWD models feature a segment-exclusive active transfer case and front-axle disconnect system. This exclusive AWD system also is designed to improve fuel economy by up to 5 percent over competitive full-time all AWD systems. No other major automotive manufacturer offers the combination of these two independent technologies. The Chrysler flagship sedan's innovative AWD system seamlessly transitions between rear-wheel drive (RWD) and AWD with no driver intervention. When AWD is not required, the system automatically disconnects the front axle to maximize fuel economy while still providing the outstanding performance and handling inherent in RWD vehicles.

The 2012 Chrysler 300S letter-series models arrive at Chrysler dealerships in the fall of 2011.

 

Rollin' deep at the NY auto show

 

Wow, they're really going all out with this newly updated/upgraded 300 line.

 

that looks killer.


though i prefer that female over Dr Dre.

 

this new 300 lineup is going to kick ***

but why the heck is the V6 model the only one getting the ZF 8 speed? Why not the SRT8 and hemi models?

EDIT: nevermind, trishield answered my question in the SRT8 thread

 

I hope the eventually have AWD with the 6 cylinder model.

Seems like Chrysler is the only one of the Big Three who wants to offer "man" sedans anymore although I guess the Taurus is in same class. For me, there's no comparison between the two tho'.

 

I think they do actually.

 

I read some where that while the previous V6 models had AWD, it isn't offered yet on the 2011. Let's hope so for us snow state people. It looks like a lot of the 300 and CTS cars in Michigan are AWD models.

 

I like the focus on the audio. Simple, and enjoyable. All my cars get a system immediately because the factory systems suck *****.

 

2011 New York Auto Show: 2012 Chrysler 300 S Beats by Dre Audio System Soundcheck



By Doug Newcomb | April 22, 2011

As reported earlier, Chrysler is extending its rap association by providing a Beats by Dre audio system in the blackened 2012 Chrysler 300 S. And although the setup looks a lot like the Kicker systems in other Chryslers -- down to the subwoofer stashed one corner of the trunk -- the automaker claims that Dr. Dre personally tuned the system.

Judging from the quick listen I gave the system on a rotating stand at the New York Auto Show, that could indeed be the case since it's definitely at its best blasting low bass.

I kicked off the listening session with Outkast's bangin'' "Ain't No Thang," and the system in the 300 S handled it as well as any I've tested -- and was better than most at going low. Bass was strong and nearly bottomless, marred only by interior-panel rattle. And even with the 8-inch sub way back in the trunk, the lowest frequencies still had a solid up-front feel.

The system didn't fare as well on the folky, pop and jazz tracks. With all tones controls set flat, per usual, midbass was overpowering and upper-treble frequencies were harsh. But the soundstage was expansive and imaging almost pinpoint, thanks to the speakers staking out each corner and the center of the wide and deep dash.

Of course, no one is gonna go for this system expecting pristine, antiseptic sound quality. And although it does a more than decent job of reproducing any type of music, if you're rollin' in this car and you're not rockin' rap or some other bass-heavy music most of the time, it kinda misses the point.

 

no need for AWD. my 300 with firestone winterforce snows on all 4 is amazing in snow. the traction control helps a ton on these. this is in upstate NY. only thing i didnt make it through was an unplowed stret with 2.5 feet of snow. i wouldve been the plow

 

I use 4 true snow tires on my Z28 LS1 and it too is just fine in these potentially harsh New Jersey winters, especially when running a full tank of gas. With the right tires, RWD is fine in most cases.





True, but then again most vehicles weren't getting through that either LOL.

 

If you can get this with the black chrome rims that are an option on the SRT-8 Id love it.

 

Big **** are a great marketing tool.