2004 Chrysler Crossfire Coupe Road Test
2 mai 2004
par
Rob Rothwell
, Canadian Auto Press
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With an upcoming price reduction the Chrysler Crossfire Coupe becomes even more tempting. (Photo: Rob Rothwell, Canadian Auto Press) |
adoption. In Canada, Chrysler will soon price an entry level Crossfire at an eyebrow raising $39,995. This unit will hold all of the great handling and performance skills of its more expensive brethren, but scrimp somewhat on the fully appointed leather-clad cabin and exterior ornamentation of the brethren in order to achieve the price reduction.
Unlike the boattail fastback 1965 Rambler Marlin, I predict the boattail Chrysler Crossfire is here to stay. In the searing hot 2-seat sports car and roadster market, it takes a lot of value to keep a steady parade of customers barging through the dealer's door. I have little doubt that the thrill-a-mile Crossfire has such value.
Specifications:
- Price Range (MSRP): $47,745 - $49,245 (2005 de-contented model to start at $39,995)
- Body Type: 2-door coupe, unitized steel
- Layout: front engine, RWD
- Engine: 215-hp, 229 lb-ft, 3.2-L, 18-valve, SOHC V6
- Transmission: 6-spd manual (opt 5-spd auto with manual mode)
- Performance (0-100 km/h): 6.8 seconds
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS
- Curb Weight (manual-auto): 1,388 - 1,399 kg (3,060 - 3,084 lbs)
- Seating Cap: 2
- Cargo Volume: 215 L (7.6 cu ft)
- Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 13.0 / 8.7 L/100 km (18 / 27 mpg)
- Warranty (mo/km): 36/60,000 comprehensive - 84/115,000 powertrain
- Direct Competitors: Audi TT Coupe, Infiniti G35 Coupe, Mazda RX-8, Nissan 350Z
- Web Site: www.chrysler.ca
Note: Additional larger photos are available in the photo album.
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