Especificaciones y análisis del Chrysler Crossfire
Power
218HP
Torque
310Nm
Consumption
10.4l/100
Emissions
256g/km
0-100 km/h
6.5s
Top Speed
242km/h
Weight
1424kg
Price
44,128€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
RWD
2 / 2 doors
190 L
60 L
160 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Chrysler Crossfire Cabrio 3.2 Limited · 218 CV (2008-2009)
General description
The Chrysler Crossfire Cabrio is a statement of intent on wheels. A roadster that fuses the muscle and audacity of American design with the precise and proven engineering of Mercedes-Benz. It's not just a car; it's a rolling sculpture that evokes an era of glamour and passion for open-top driving, a unique proposition for those looking to stand out.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel is rediscovering the pure pleasure of driving. The 3.2-liter V6 engine breathes with a deep, addictive roar, pushing with 218 horsepower that feels direct and honest through the rear-wheel drive and manual transmission. Every curve becomes an invitation to feel the chassis, inherited from the SLK, work in harmony. With the top down, the wind and the engine sound create a mechanical symphony that connects you directly to the road.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is unforgettable and polarizing, a work of Art Deco on wheels. The very long hood, the side gills, and that 'boat-tail' rear with its central spine create a silhouette unlike anything else. It's a car that turns heads and starts conversations. The interior, though more sober and with clear nods to Mercedes, envelops you in a sports coupe atmosphere, with a low driving position and finishes that convey solidity.
Technology and features
Here the Crossfire plays the card of mechanical simplicity. Don't expect touch screens or latest-generation assistants. Its technology lies in the excellence of its engineering: a robust V6 engine, independent suspension on both axles, and a retractable rear spoiler that deploys automatically. It's an old-school car, where technology serves the driving experience, not distracts from it.
Competition
In its time, it faced titans of the roadster segment. Its most direct rival and platform sibling was the Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, it also competed for the hearts of drivers with the iconic Audi TT Roadster, the agile BMW Z4, and the purist Nissan 350Z Roadster. Each offered a different interpretation of the two-seater convertible, but the Crossfire always stood out for its unmistakable aesthetics.
Conclusion
The Chrysler Crossfire Cabrio is a purely emotional purchase. It's a car to enjoy, to feel, and to be seen in. It offers the reliability of prestigious German mechanics wrapped in one of the most daring American designs of the early century. It's not the most practical or the most modern, but its character, its sound, and its exclusivity make it a future classic and a machine for generating smiles kilometer after kilometer.