2011 Chrysler 200 gets teased
Sebring gets a new name
After three years of being the poster child for everything wrong at Chrysler, the Sebring is officially dead.
Despite your urge to rejoice, calm yourself, the 2011 Chrysler 200 is just a facelifted Sebring with a new name. While this doesn't sound good, the updated model features styling inspired by the 200C EV concept. Besides the improved aesthetics, the 200 has stiffened body mounts, a retuned suspension, and acoustic laminated glass for a quieter cabin.
The standard engine is a 2.4-liter four-cylinder, but a 283 hp (211 kW / 287 PS) 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 is available. The latter is connected exclusively to a six-speed automatic, where the four-cylinder comes with a four-speed unit (the six-speed auto is optional).
Scheduled to go on sale later this year, expect more information to be released shortly.
Chrysler Brand Releases Information Regarding New 2011 Mid-sized Sedan, the Chrysler 200
Chrysler Group LLC today announced details 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.
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 which produces 283 horsepower and 260 lb.-ft. of torque 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.
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.











