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Chrysler 300 vs. Dodge Charger

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Chrysler 300 and the Dodge Charger.

When comparing the Chrysler 300's and the Dodge Charger's specifications and ratings, the Chrysler 300 has the advantage in the areas of reliability and interior volume. The Dodge Charger has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value and overall quality score. The Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger have the same fuel efficiency base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Chrysler 300's and the Dodge Charger's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Charger is a better car than the Chrysler 300.

Pricing: A used 2023 Chrysler 300 ranges from $28,528 to $57,999 while a used 2023 Dodge Charger is priced between $26,249 to $87,245. For a new model, the Chrysler 300's price is between $32,130 and $56,452, with the Dodge Charger priced between $29,335 and $68,956.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Chrysler 300 loses 49.3 percent of its value and the Dodge Charger loses 39.1 percent of its value. This means the Dodge Charger retains 10.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Chrysler 300.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chrysler 300 is 7.9 out of 10 while the Dodge Charger's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Chrysler 300 being ranked 6 out of 8 Best Large Cars and the Dodge Charger being ranked 2 out of 8.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chrysler 300 is 8.2 out of 10. For the Dodge Charger the reliability rating is 8.1 out of 10. This gives the Chrysler 300 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Dodge Charger.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the Chrysler 300 and the Dodge Charger makes 292 horsepower. Both the 300 and the Charger are rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 555 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are large cars, the Chrysler 300 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more and rear head room. The Dodge Charger has the advantage in the areas of rear shoulder room cargo space. The Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger are comparable in regards to front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room and rear leg room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Dodge Charger has higher safety ratings than the Chrysler 300, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.

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Chrysler 300
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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

$32,130 - $56,452

Starting MSRP:

$33,545

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large Cars)

$35,372

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large Cars)

$33,545 - $38,340

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

$29,335 - $68,956

Starting MSRP:

$34,230

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large Cars)

$35,372

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large Cars)

$33,545 - $38,340

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$40,722

Price Range:

$28,528 - $57,999

Category Avg Price:
(Large Cars)

$40,116

Category Avg Price Range:
(Large Cars)

$35,654 - $43,971

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

565

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

16,051

# Good or Great Deals:

184

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$43,971

Price Range:

$26,249 - $87,245

Category Avg Price:
(Large Cars)

$40,116

Category Avg Price Range:
(Large Cars)

$35,654 - $43,971

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

2,397

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

9,232

# Good or Great Deals:

490

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

$16,795

Depreciation %:

50.1%

Resale Value $:

$16,750

Residual Value %:

49.9%

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Large Cars)

43.9%

Category Depreciation Range:
(Large Cars)

39.9% - 50.1%

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

$13,664

Depreciation %:

39.9%

Resale Value $:

$20,566

Residual Value %:

60.1%

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Large Cars)

43.9%

Category Depreciation Range:
(Large Cars)

39.9% - 50.1%

Chrysler 300 Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.9 / 10

Reliability:

8.2 / 10

Retained Value:

7.4 / 10

Safety:

8.0 / 10

Dodge Charger Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.7 / 10

Reliability:

8.1 / 10

Retained Value:

8.1 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chrysler 300

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

9.2

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Large Cars)

9.2

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Large Cars)

8.8 - 9.2

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

7.1%

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Dodge Charger

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

8.8

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Large Cars)

9.2

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Large Cars)

8.8 - 9.2

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

9%



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

1.9

Typical Category Recalls:
(Large Cars)

1.9

Category Range for Recalls:
(Large Cars)

1.3 - 2.2

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.2

Typical Category Recalls:
(Large Cars)

1.9

Category Range for Recalls:
(Large Cars)

1.3 - 2.2

Chrysler 300 Rankings

Large Cars with the Most Horsepower

2 / 8

Best Large Cars for the Money

2 / 3

Most Affordable Large Cars

2 / 3

Most Reliable Large Cars Under $30k

2 / 3

Most Reliable Large Cars Under $35k

2 / 3

Most Reliable Large Cars Under $40k

2 / 3

Most Reliable Large Cars Under $60k

2 / 3

Best Gas Mileage Large Cars

3 / 8

Best Large Cars for Towing

3 / 8

Large Cars with the Most Legroom

3 / 8

Best Large Cars Under $35k

3 / 3

Most Reliable Large Cars

4 / 8

Large Cars with Best Resale Value

5 / 8

Best Large Cars

6 / 8

Safest Large Cars

6 / 8

Best Large Cars for Tall People

6 / 8

Most Comfortable Large Cars

7 / 8

Dodge Charger Rankings

Large Cars with Best Resale Value

1 / 8

Best Large Cars for Towing

1 / 8

Large Cars with the Most Horsepower

1 / 8

Most Affordable Large Cars

1 / 3

Best Large Cars Under $35k

1 / 3

Best Large Cars

2 / 8

Best Gas Mileage Large Cars

2 / 8

Safest Large Cars

2 / 8

Best Family Large Cars

2 / 8

Large Cars with the Most Legroom

2 / 8

Best Large Cars for the Money

3 / 3

Most Reliable Large Cars Under $30k

3 / 3

Most Reliable Large Cars Under $35k

3 / 3

Most Reliable Large Cars Under $40k

3 / 3

Most Reliable Large Cars Under $60k

3 / 3

Most Reliable Large Cars

5 / 8

Best Large Cars for Tall People

5 / 8

Most Comfortable Large Cars

6 / 8

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Chrysler 300 Trim Levels

Touring L, C, S V6, S V8, Touring

Dodge Charger Trim Levels

Scat Pack, SRT Hellcat, SRT Hellcat Jailbreak, SRT Hellcat Redeye, SRT Hellcat Redeye Jailbreak, SXT, GT, Police, R/T

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

292 hp @ 6350 rpm

Torque:

260 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.073 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

292 hp @ 6350 rpm

Torque:

260 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.074 hp per pound

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

3.6 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

RWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


19 / 30 / 23

Range (city/hwy):

352 / 555 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

3.6 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

RWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


19 / 30 / 23

Range (city/hwy):

352 / 555 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Forward Collision Warning:

Available

Lane Departure Warning:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Forward Collision Warning:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.6 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.8 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

59.5 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.9 inches

Rear Leg Room:

40.1 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

57.7 inches

Cargo Space:

16.3 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

122.6 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.6 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.8 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

59.5 inches

Rear Head Room:

36.6 inches

Rear Leg Room:

40.1 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

57.9 inches

Cargo Space:

16.5 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

104.7 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4013 lbs

Width:

75 inches

Height:

58.5 inches

Length:

198.6 inches

Wheelbase:

120 inches

Ground Clearance:

4.7 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3940 lbs

Width:

82.7 inches

Height:

57.8 inches

Length:

198.4 inches

Wheelbase:

120 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.2 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P215/65R17

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P215/65R17

Exterior Colors

Black

Gloss Black

Blue

Frostbite

Gray

Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat

Red

Velvet Red Pearl Coat

Silver

Silver Mist Clear Coat

White

Bright White Clear Coat

Green

Not available

Orange

Not available

Purple

Not available

Exterior Colors

Black

Pitch Black Clear Coat

Blue

B5 Blue Pearl Coat / Frostbite

Gray

Destroyer Grey Clear Coat / Granite Pearl Coat / Triple Nickel Clear Coat

Red

Octane Red Pearl Coat / TorRed Clear Coat

Silver

Not available

White

White Knuckle Clear Coat

Green

F8 Green / Sublime Metallic Clearcoat

Orange

Go Mango / Sinamon Stick

Purple

Plum Crazy Pearl Coat

Interior Colors

Black

Black

Gray

Black/Linen

Interior Colors

Black

Black

Gray

Not available

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