2012 Chrysler 300 Reviews

Overall has been a nice vehicle. Very smooth ride. Love the rear wheel drive. Still has original battery after 8 years and 140,000 miles. A few little quirks. Brakes have had an issue for years that technicians cannot diagnose. Sometimes if you hit a speed bump or pothole the brake pedal starts going to the floor. It feels like you've lost your power brakes. It fixes itself but not until it is been parked and restarted at least once. Sometimes several restarts. We've learned to just work around it by careful driving around bumpy roads, parking lots, etc. It also has a leaky trunk lid that I cannot figure out.

Chrysler really has great designs. The 300 is very well appointed and comfortable to drive and ride in, even in the back seats. Each model years gets additional amenities to make the Chrysler driving experience better. The exterior and interior finishes are really well accomplished. Mechanically there are occasional problems and I have been involved in several recalls, including the gear shift problem and faulty alternators. Also, some of the interior surfaces show more deterioration than is normal, in my opinion. Upholstery and armrests are definitely showing wear and cracking vinyl. Bottom line, the Chrysler 300 is a pleasure to own and operate.

Absolutely amazing vehicle. Have had it for 2 years now, it has a tune, cold air intake, and bf Goodrich sport tires. Have also drag raced in it, and achieved a 12.8 in the quarter mile. It has been my daily driven vehicle. Have also used it to drive to Chicago recently, over all trip over 1500 miles, mpg was 23.7, and not one issue at having over 101,000 miles, would take across country if needed. Will continue to keep running good, might even buy another one that is a 2014, since mine is a 2012.

Only 2 issues to report. The wheel hubs go out often on these cars and you must replace timing belt every 90,000 miles or else it will jump time and it will be a 2,000 dollar fix. These cars ride so smooth and are really quiet. They are a poor man's luxury car with all the features you may find in a BMW, etc. The interior is comfortable and sleek, comes with heated seats, power everything, mine has a power sunroof which is nice even in the winter, as it adds extra light into car.

This is a very comfortable car. We bought our 2012 300 in 2012 and it still rides just as smooth. I love the automatic start. Especially during the hot summer months or the cold winter months when nobody wants to go outside and warm up the car. Instead we just start it up from inside house while finishing up getting ready to go. I feel you cannot really go wrong with this car. It also came with an awesome warranty and we get car cleaning package free as long as we own the car. It comes with car wax and wash and a cleaning solution for the interior.

My vehicle is a convertible. It is very comfortable, looks great, has a huge trunk and the top goes up and down very easily. We also liked the color selection choice. It has had very little maintenance, and gets great gas mileage. For a convertible it actually has a fair amount of legroom in the back seat, so the car can seat four people. Due to the age of the car it does not have all the new t3chnology. We're I buying another convertible I would definitely look into the latest model of this brand.

I bought the Chrysler 300 srt8 about a year ago and I love it. The touch screen radio is nice and the speed of the car is amazing. The car is relatively heavy so off the jump is takes a min to get going but once it does it really gets. The car is great for families also. The car has a lot of room and very spacious. The cost to get an oil change caught me by surprise because it takes euro oil which costs a lot more. I am very glad I bought this car. It really is everything that I wanted. If you are thinking about buying a Chrysler I would say do it.

My Chrysler 300 limited, is a reliable car big trunk. It is spacious and wide. I like that it's white on the outside and black interior. Even though the transmission seem to start knocking once in a while I think it's about to break down. Other than me having it for about 5 years now it has had some issues here and there quick fixes. Runs smooth no leakage but runs on a lot of gas needs around 50 for full tank. I would recommend this car for a mom with one or two kids mostly.

My car was purchased used in 2013 and we have had no major problems with it. We do service it regularly. It is still comfortable and drives well. We did purchase the extended warranty when we purchased the car and I believe the only time we needed it was for an issue with the alternator and air conditioner. I feel like that is pretty good for having a car for over 7 years. I love it so much that I have gone to trade it in and walk away with my car every time because my car has everything the new cars have. I love it.

I really enjoy the comfort and style. The quality of most features is outstanding. However, there have been several recalls and a rather large number of mechanical issues. The original alternator failed and, unbeknownst to me, was replaced with an equally defective alternator because Chrysler couldn't supply quality replacement when needed. Also, there was the infamous "shift lever" recall in which the car was supposedly in "park" but would roll down incline when engine was turned off. I am impressed that the exterior surface has stayed extremely neat and shiny with merely washing, but no waxing. There has been some cracking of the vinyl console and armrest material.

The only real problem I have had is with the screen on the in dash controls. It still works with the voice activation but when you touch the screen nothing changes. I have also had a problem with the alternator. We have replaced it twice. The power steering was leaking and had to be repaired. This was very difficult because you have to remove the front passenger tire and fender well to get to the pump. I have also had to redo the brakes one time. I also replaced the battery once. I am having difficulty with the paint on the front bumper. The paint has started bubbling up then flaking off in big chunks. The car sways on the road sometimes. The Chrysler also is bumpy and rough riding sometimes. I think the Chrysler 300 might need shocks or struts.

Over all I have no issues with my car. One of my tire sensor are off when all my tires are full but that is replaceable. Car runs great I get sent recall notices when parts need to be replaced. The features are amazing! All heated/cooling seats, heated steering wheel the navigation is perfect, stereo is awesome crystal clear, can connect to your phone very easily when talking on the phone have to put your phone volume all the way up and speak clearly. I've had the car for over 5 years and the interior is still like new easy clean up seats are durable.

Very comfortable. Seats are fully adjustable. I am short and the seats move into position where I can see the road as well as taller people. Both back and front seats are also heated. You can pull down a cup holder in the middle of the back seat. You can also collapse the back seats in order to fit large boxes or luggage. Mostly, I love the way this vehicle responds when you have to accelerate. The engine and transmission has proved to be reliable.

There is nothing wrong with my vehicle. I love every aspect of it from the rims of the car, all the way to the interior of it lol. For a 2012 vehicle, this car runs extremely smoothly. Yes I am looking to upgrade to a more higher year soon but as of now, I am absolutely loving my car. As you drive it, you feel really comfortable, it is as if you're not even driving that is how comfortable it feels. Of course the more you take care of it, the longer it will last for you but nonetheless, it is a very good car to drive and invest in. I currently have 120,000 miles on it and until this day it runs smoothly. Dodge does a good job with their cars truthfully speaking. To everyone looking to get this car, I am telling you, from a person who has owned this vehicle for 8 years, it is a very good car. You will not be disappointed I promise you that.

I have owned about 4 300, driving different ones everytime I like the 300s the best. The interior is as always thought out well but with the black on black in and out it feels like a mean vehicle to drive. People say they don't like the whitei on black stitching on black leather seats with the S Logo up top BUT I think it gives the car distinction and is a statement Chrysler was trying to make and it works for me. The carbon fibre trim on all black interior replaces the wood or would be trim from other models and it works well. I think Chrysler was looking for a new generation of 300 drivers because this by far is not j4k+cyour grandfather's 300 sitting under a tarp or stored in a garage somewhere. I'm a little younger of a guy but not by much and driving this car makes me feel even younger with this interior, horse power, design and overall look and feel of it. Everything as far as instrumentation and courtesy lights are still blue except for readers and outside lights. I like the blue effect so much I added a few more. Other than that I have done nothing cosmetic but do want to black it out and keep going with that theme. The outside door handles and under headlight and surround headlight bezzles are body color as well which is new for Chrysler to make the chrome disappear except on the front grille which is smoked chrome, it is similar to black gun chrome and the front end does stand out. I'm not possative but for some reason the the whole car feels like it is sitting lower than ¢previous models I have owned. I like it, the older generation not so much, my dad can attest to that. Being able to go from 8 speed automatic to Manuel padle shifters is a definate plus as it gives you more control over driving the car and being able to go into sport mode while in gear and driving is a lot of fun especially when Ihave been up to its counterpart the Audi which I . Will say has not been ahead of me! Not once yet. My particular car has a rating of 372 horse power have run a dyno on it but feels even faster even for a speed junkie like myself. Going through all 8 gears is smooth and before you know it you are hanging on as I have getting the car up to 215 kph and still taking corners well on city highway with more room to go faster I jus got a little nervous being able to reach this speed so quickly and pas cars being able to do this for about 3 minutes. I know 3 minutes does not sound like much but when you are doing this kind of speed and only holding the black leather wrapped steering wheel with your thumb and for finger 30 seconds feels like a long time let alone 3 minutes! The v-6 3.6 litre 8 speed will get you to where you want to be not only fast but in style and comfort as well. The suspension is stiffer than other models too and I wouldnt want it to be any stiffer than it is becauseyou would be entering the sports car feild which is and is not this car. Trunk space is ample but is still smaller than other versions making leg room for back seaters roomy and with rear heated seats for pa#sengers as well as their own controls for the seats as well as heat vents to open or close they can't complain. With drink holders in all 4 doors as well as traditional middle holders with the exception of the front heated and cooled beverage holders. And front driver and passenger 8 way adjustable seatsats this car is in a class all it's own along with the still 60 40 split seats in the back. And mine even had a light in the glove box the others did not. With tons of storage space for smaller items goes from the side doors up to the counsel with a push door that opens up one of two 12 volt plug ins and the other one along with twousb ports in the front arm rest and storage in the rear drink holders arm restgives all kinds of places to store objects of a bit smaller size. In fact when Ifirst saw how many places there were to put things i said to myself these will always be empty but they are not, every single one has stuff in it to the point of not being able to put anything else in them. The duel panoramic sunroofs speak for them selves.They keyless entry, seriousxm sattilite radio, ucconect system, Bluetooth, aux and single cd plus extra singleusb port for mp3 mp3 and SD card slot youhave more thanenough ways to play your musicand what have you. And a listthat goeson and on as far as bellsand whistles alongwith the information centre and all the comforts you don'teven have at home this car issimply put AMAZING! IF YOU EVER GET A CHANCE TO OWN A 300S OWN IT! NOW! You will be impressed. And if you already own a 300 touring or limited sell it and get your hands on an S. Too much fun and luxury excitement for anyone to handle. Thanks for reading, happy trails!!

The car is bulky and not very comfortable on long drives. The trim is super flashy chrome and draws attention from the police often. The car rides smooth. The back seats are crowded. The air conditioner does not work great if you sit in the back seats because of the positioning of the vents. The navigation system is outdated and does not choose the fastest route when driving or take into consideration the traffic flow. The rims are beautiful. The visibility in the back window is very limited and the car has large blind spots.

My Chrysler 300 is the most comfortable car I have ever driven. The inside is very luxurious with leather seats and wood grain highlighting the dash and steering wheel it came with Sirius radio and I enjoy it so much that I renewed my subscription to it. I do a lot of local driving and the gas mileage is pretty good at about 20 miles to the gallon. I drive my grandson around town quite a bit and I feel very safe with my precious cargo in the car with me.