Official Next Gen Chrysler 200 Thread
Lexus Test Driver
Joined: Apr 2011
Posts: 8,339
Likes: 328
From: Las Vegas
Oh I'm sorry, did I hurt your feelings by deservedly trashing the car the OP is talking about? Nevermind the fact that I've driven those turds more than most (all?) of the people on here EVER will. I guess I have to say nice things about a car company that is consistently ranked at the bottom of reliability surveys year after year, that has taken bailout money from hard working tax payers back in 1979 and 2009 and then further screwed over those who bought their cars and their bondholders in an illegal bankruptcy. Yeah, go Chrysler! You guys rock! Love the Neon! Caliber is the best! Love me some Intrepid!!!!!
My problem, is that your posts are generally blanket statements driven by your biased fanboyism. If somebody placed in front of you an American built vehicle that had gone 300,000 miles without any issues, you would still find a way to bash it. Ergo, you have ZERO credibility.
Lexus Test Driver
Joined: Jul 2013
Posts: 1,019
Likes: 0
From: NSW
I agree. Aside from the EPA ratings, which are really just manufacturers' numbers, out in the real world the V6 cars are generally getting about the same gas mileage as the turbo 4's in the same segment. The V6 powered cars are leaps and bounds better than the 4 cylinder cars in that they're quieter, smoother, and without argument, more reliable and longer lasting than turbo 4's. Also, the turbo 4's cost just as much as the V6 cars. Yea, give me the V6 any day.
The Accord is the best example of this. It's EPA rated at 34 hwy which is impressive considering it has 278HP and can rip to 60mph in under 6 seconds. Also, V6 owners are reporting this figure as very realistic and are often beating it by a large margin.
I drove 4 bangers for years, mostly Honda's, but after driving my V6 Accord and my ES350 for years, I don't know that could ever go back to a 4, I don't care how powerful or economical it is.
The Accord is the best example of this. It's EPA rated at 34 hwy which is impressive considering it has 278HP and can rip to 60mph in under 6 seconds. Also, V6 owners are reporting this figure as very realistic and are often beating it by a large margin.
I drove 4 bangers for years, mostly Honda's, but after driving my V6 Accord and my ES350 for years, I don't know that could ever go back to a 4, I don't care how powerful or economical it is.
If you want to really save on gas the Civic 1.8L is the best. Very frugal
Lexus Fanatic
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 20,212
Likes: 260
Exactly what I was saying. I'll admit Chrysler has made some ****ty cars in its time. But they've also made some awesome cars.
My problem, is that your posts are generally blanket statements driven by your biased fanboyism. If somebody placed in front of you an American built vehicle that had gone 300,000 miles without any issues, you would still find a way to bash it. Ergo, you have ZERO credibility.
My problem, is that your posts are generally blanket statements driven by your biased fanboyism. If somebody placed in front of you an American built vehicle that had gone 300,000 miles without any issues, you would still find a way to bash it. Ergo, you have ZERO credibility.
In any case, Chrysler's poor quality is well documented, so while there is a chance that they might change their ways, it does not seem so.
Lexus Fanatic
Joined: Oct 2003
Posts: 94,223
Likes: 221
From: Virginia/D.C. suburbs
I've driven this miserable car more times that I want to. It is BY FAR the worst POS on the road, bar none.
Chrysler should've gone out of business, but instead we bailed them out so they can continue to peddle garbage after garbage on unsuspecting people.
Lexus Fanatic
Joined: Oct 2003
Posts: 94,223
Likes: 221
From: Virginia/D.C. suburbs
Thread Starter
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 42,474
Likes: 320
From: California
I had to go to the first post to remember what this thread was about. 7-Pages of this nonesense.
If anyone's laughing its the OP reading all this
It is no secret that the 2014 and below 200 was a POS compared to everything it competes with. But its ignorant to brush off the new 2015 which is receiving positive reviews and just won one of Ward's 10 Best Interiors. Fiat has done wonders to the brand in such a short amount of time. This latest 200 should do well for them.
If anyone's laughing its the OP reading all this
I got a Chrysler 200 as a rental and all I can say about the car is LOL. It's a total joke of a car.
i just saw the review of this car on motorweek and it appears very impressive, with an array of features and upscale trim, in a body design that's quite attractive and stylish.
of course the usual chrysler concerns remain, especially since this 200 is based on alfa romeo tech
but anyway, nice car!
can't find the video but some text version of it is here: http://www.motorweek.org/reviews/roa...5_chrysler_200
of course the usual chrysler concerns remain, especially since this 200 is based on alfa romeo tech
but anyway, nice car!can't find the video but some text version of it is here: http://www.motorweek.org/reviews/roa...5_chrysler_200
Saw this car in person at the NYIAS ... it actually looks and feels very nice 
The only thing is the price... its kinda expensive IMO... the lady on the floor said the model I sat in was around 38-40k! Not sure if she was mistaken or not ...
The only thing is the price... its kinda expensive IMO... the lady on the floor said the model I sat in was around 38-40k! Not sure if she was mistaken or not ...
Lexus Champion
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 11,001
Likes: 85
From: Southeastern PA
I just priced out on line--a loaded AWD model is $37,860. That's not cheap, but a loaded Fusion AWD is more expensive, and does not include a V6. If you want AWD, and don't want a luxury brand, 200, Fusion and Subaru are really your only choices.
Damn, at 40k, I much rather get an IS or ATS!!! ... Or even a RC350 lol
Lexus Champion
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 11,001
Likes: 85
From: Southeastern PA
However, with the huge April GM incentives, TrueCar says I can get an ATS 2.0 Turbo Performance AWD, with CUE, sunroof and 18" wheels for just over $40k:
Last edited by tex2670; Apr 28, 2014 at 05:14 AM.