Introduced in 2005, the Chrysler 300C SRT8 was the first Street and Racing
Technology (SRT) vehicle to be powered with the 6.1-liter HEMI V-8, which offers
85 more horsepower — 25 percent more power — than the 5.7-liter HEMI. But SRT
performance is more than just straight-line quickness.
"There's no other premium sedan that delivers the comfort, convenience and
performance numbers that the 2006 Chrysler 300C SRT8 delivers," said Jeff Bell,
Vice President-Chrysler Marketing, Chrysler Group. "In terms of affordability,
no one else even comes close to delivering the Chrysler 300C SRT8's combination
of performance and value."
"The 2006 Chrysler 300C SRT8 is a complete package for the customer who wants
awesome performance in an award-winning sedan loaded with comfort and style,"
said Dan Knott, Director – Street and Racing Technology. "With its
SRT-engineered 6.1-liter HEMI engine and Brembo brakes, it's engineered for
incredible acceleration and stopping power."
For 2006, the Chrysler 300C SRT8 is available in a new Silver Steel exterior
color. Also new for 2006 are a standard tire pressure monitoring system, an
available Kicker high-performance audio system and available rear-seat video
system.
Powertrain
The Chrysler 300C SRT8's 425-horsepower, normally aspirated 6.1-liter HEMI has
the highest output for its size of any naturally aspirated V-8 engine ever
offered by the Chrysler Group. Its 69.8 horsepower-per-liter rating exceeds even
that of the legendary 1966 "Street HEMI." Torque is rated at 420 lb-ft. ...Chrysler 300C SRT8: Page 2
