2010 CHRYSLER 300

The 300 comes with a choice of two V-6s, while the 300C has Hemi V-8 power. The 300 is offered in Touring, Touring Signature and Limited trim levels for rear-wheel-drive models and Touring Signature and Limited for the all-wheel-drive 300. Chrysler 300 competitors include the Ford Taurus and Chevrolet Impala.

There are no significant changes for 2010.

The 300 looks bold and imposing, flaunting a distinctive shape for a sedan. There are optional automatic headlamps. Base models have heated mirrors, and there are optional auto-dimming, fold-away mirrors with memory features.

• 17- or 18-inch wheels
• Standard power trunklid release
• Optional power sunroof
• Optional chrome window surrounds

The 300 can seat five. Available options include a premium sound package from Boston Acoustics and an iPod interface with Chrysler's UConnect hands-free phone system. Limited and Signature trims include dual-zone automatic climate control.

• Many chrome accents throughout the interior
• AM/FM/six-CD/DVD/MP3 radio, available touch-screen and 30GB hard drive
• Illuminated cupholders in front
• 60/40-split backseat
• Trunk includes cargo net, grocery-bag hooks, trunk scuff plate and trunk deck-lid liner

Two V-6 engines are available, and the optional all-wheel-drive system features Chrysler's active transfer case and front-axle disconnect that automatically disengages the front axle from the drivetrain when all-wheel drive is not needed, in an effort to increase fuel economy.

• 178-horsepower, 2.7-liter V-6 with 190 pounds-feet of torque
• 250-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 with 250 pounds-feet of torque
• Four- or five-speed automatic transmission

Antilock brakes, traction control and an electronic stability system are optional on the base sedan and standard on higher trim levels.

• Standard side curtain airbags
• Available SmartBeam headlights automatically dim when they sense approaching traffic