Especificaciones y análisis del Chrysler Crossfire
Power
218HP
Torque
310Nm
Consumption
10.1l/100
Emissions
239g/km
0-100 km/h
6.5s
Top Speed
242km/h
Weight
1399kg
Price
44,435€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 5v
RWD
2 / 2 doors
215 L
60 L
160 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Chrysler Crossfire Coupe 3.2 Limited Aut. · 218 CV (2008-2009)
General description
The Chrysler Crossfire is a statement of intent on wheels, a coupé that fuses the boldness of American design with the solidity of German engineering. Born from the alliance between Daimler and Chrysler, this car is not for everyone. It is for those who seek to feel something different, a piece of bold design with the heart of a Mercedes-Benz SLK beating strongly under its very long hood.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the Crossfire is a visceral experience. The 3.2-liter, 218-horsepower V6 engine pushes with linear force and a deep, captivating sound. The rear-wheel drive connects you to the asphalt, demanding to be driven decisively, while the 5-speed automatic transmission offers ideal ride comfort for long trips. It's not the most agile sports car, but its 0 to 100 km/h acceleration in 6.5 seconds and its poise on the road convey a sense of power and exclusivity.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is its soul. The silhouette is unforgettable, with that endless hood, the 'boat-tail' rear, and the spine that runs along the bodywork. It is an Art Deco sculpture in motion, aggressive and elegant at the same time. The 18-inch front and 19-inch rear wheels accentuate its muscular stance. Inside, the atmosphere is intimate and sporty, a cockpit for two that envelops you. The overall feeling is that of being in a special and unique place.
Technology and features
The Crossfire's technology focuses on the driving experience rather than gadgets. Its mechanical base, inherited from the SLK, is its greatest technological asset, with a refined chassis and a bombproof powertrain. It features comfort elements like climate control and an Infinity sound system, but its most characteristic detail is the retractable rear spoiler that deploys automatically at high speed, a nod to active aerodynamics that underscores its sporty character.
Competition
In its time, the Crossfire competed with high-caliber rivals like the Audi TT, the Nissan 350Z, or even the BMW Z4 Coupé. While the TT offered a more minimalist design and the 350Z a purer, more Japanese sportiness, the Crossfire played in its own league: that of the European 'muscle car,' a grand tourer with an overwhelming aesthetic and an unmistakable character that set it apart from all others.
Conclusion
The Chrysler Crossfire is not a rational purchase; it is a decision made with the heart. It is a car for enjoying the road, for being seen, and for feeling the connection between man and machine. Its mechanical reliability, courtesy of Mercedes-Benz, makes it a sensible choice within its eccentricity. Today, more than ever, it is a future classic that represents a bold era and a unique collaboration in automotive history.