Chrysler 300C 2004 3.5 petrol description
Sedan Chrysler 300C 2004 3.5 V6 has been produced from June, 2004 to January, 2011. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.5 litres, which produces power of 250 horsepower on 6400 rpm and torque 340 Nm (Newton metres) on 3800 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 300 up to 510 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Chrysler 300C 3.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.2 litres.
Chrysler 300C 2004 3.5 V6 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Chrysler 300C 2004 3.5 V6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 219 km/h.
Chrysler 300C 2004 3.5 V6 fuel consumption is 11 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (9.1 km/l), city fuel economy - 16 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 68 litres or 17.97 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 820 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Chrysler is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Chrysler 300C fuel consumption.

Chrysler 300C 2004 3.5 V6 technical data
Model: | Chrysler 300C 3.5 V6 | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2004. June ... 2011. January | ||
Engine: | 3518 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 264 g/km |
Power: | 250 HP ON 6400 RPM | Torque: | 340 NM ON 3800 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Top speed: | 219 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.2 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.0 (combined) 16.0 (urban) 8.2 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 10.9 l/100km (21.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 68 litres (18 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 5.02m (length) 1.88m (width) 1.48m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 12 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 143 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 504 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 504 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 2180 kg |
Chrysler 300C 2004 3.5 V6 engine EGG
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 300,000 to 510,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 3518 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 96 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 81 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.1 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Chrysler 300C 2004 3.5 V6 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 5.2 litres (5.5 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 10.5 litres (11.1 quarts) |
Power | 250 HP ON 6400 RPM |
Torque | 340 NM ON 3800 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1998 |
Duration of production | 12 years |
Engine also used on | Dodge Intrepid |
All Chrysler 300C sedan [2004 - 2011] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Drive type |
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Chrysler 300C 2004 2.7 V6
Jun 2004 — Jan 2011 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.7 Petrol | 193 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Chrysler 300C 2005 3.0 CRD Oct 2005 — Jan 2011 | 3.0 Diesel | 218 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Chrysler 300C 2004 3.5 V6
Jun 2004 — Jan 2011 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
3.5 Petrol | 253 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Chrysler 300C 2004 3.5 V6 4x4
Jan 2004 — Dec 2010 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
3.5 Petrol | 253 HP | - | All wheel |
Chrysler 300C 2004 HEMI 5.7 V8 Jun 2004 — Jan 2011 | 5.7 Petrol | 340 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Chrysler 300C 2005 HEMI 5.7 V8 AWD Jan 2005 — Jan 2011 | 5.7 Petrol | 340 HP | 12.1 l/100km | All wheel |
Chrysler 300C 2006 HEMI 6.1 V8 SRT-8
Jan 2006 — Jan 2011 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5 seconds |
6.1 Petrol | 425 HP | 14.0 l/100km | Rear wheel |