After releasing teaser photos and snippets about the new Chrysler 200, Chrysler has officially released the first photos of the 2011 Chrysler 200. Although the Chrysler has officially ditched the old Sebring name, it’s obvious that some of the styling elements are still intact from the much hated sedan. The 200 does benefit from revised front and rear fascias that draw inspiration from the 200C concept that was unveiled at the Detroit Auto Show in 2009.
Under the hood of the 200, buyers can choose between the 2.4L four-cylinder that can be mated to either a four-speed or six-speed automatic and the 3.6L Pentastar V6 that is mated to a six-speed automatic. Chrysler has yet to release the official engine stats.
Inside Chrysler promises quality materials in an upgraded interior. A new instrument panel, upgraded seats and new heating and cooling outlets are expected to improve the feel and design of the interior.
The 2011 Chrysler 200 will hit dealerships in the fourth quarter of 2010.
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PRESS RELEASE:
Craftsmanship, Elegance and Value: The New 2011 Chrysler 200
October 12, 2010 , Auburn Hills, Mich. –
Chrysler Group LLC today released additional photos of the new 2011 Chrysler 200 mid-sized sedan. Offering consumers exceptional craftsmanship inside and out, a refined and spirited driving experience, innovative technology, an abundance of standard safety features and an extraordinary level of standard content, the 2011 Chrysler 200 is an exciting alternative for customers that want style and substance, all at a surprising value.
Virtually every system in the sedan is new or upgraded for 2011, giving the Chrysler 200 its own identity and space in the highly competitive mid-size sedan segment. Exterior and sheet metal upgrades include: front and rear fascias and fenders, grille featuring the new Chrysler brand winged badge, hood, rear decklid and exterior mirrors, new projector headlamps and fog lamps, new LED taillamps and a LED center high-mounted stop light.
The Chrysler 200 gets a new powertrain lineup featuring the 2.4-liter I-4 World Gas Engine mated to either a four-speed or six-speed automatic transaxle, or the new 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine mated to a six-speed automatic transaxle; improved ride and handling tuning which includes stiffened body mounts and softer ride rate, improved suspension geometry with a raised roll center, a new rear sway bar, and new tires and an extensively upgraded treatment for the reduction of noise, vibration and harshness including acoustic laminated glass for the windshield and front door windows.
Quality materials abound in the beautifully updated new interior for 2011. Updates include a new instrument panel, bezels and gauge face, upgraded seats with a new design that incorporates more cushion material and revised spring geometry as well as new leather and cloth seating materials, new “soft touch” armrests and dash, and new heating and cooling outlets in the instrument panel with improved design and functionality.
The new 2011 Chrysler 200 provides drivers a beautifully inspired sedan that doesn’t compromise safety or practicality and offers the best value in its class. The Chrysler 200 will be built at the Sterling Heights Assembly Plant in Sterling Heights, Mich. and will arrive in dealerships in the fourth quarter 2010.
Consumers can visit www.chrysler.com for additional information regarding the new 2011 Chrysler 200 sedan.
