Sunday, May 19, 2013
2012 Chrysler 200 Review and Pricing
The Chrysler Sebring Convertibles days may be numbered, but it wont be long before we get a glimpse at its successor. According to Olivier Francois, president and chief executive officer of the Chrysler brand, the company will show off the droptop version of the 200 at the 2011 New York Auto Show. Details are minimal so far, but we fully expect to see the car boast either the 2.4-liter four-cylinder or an optional 3.6-liter V6 (or both). In its most powerful configuration, the 200 Convertible could boast as much as 283 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque, and given the timin
g, the car is likely to be a 2012 model.
With the introduction of the Chrysler 200 comes the inevitable Chrysler 200 convertible, which will get the same 2.4L 4-cylinder and 3.6L V6 powerplants as the Chrysler 200, and arrive as a 2012 model.
In addition:
The geometry was modified to increasing rear roll-steer, improving lane change stability
Spring rates and the size of the front and rear stabilizer bar diameters were increased, reducing body roll and increasing steering sensitivity
Steering precision and durability were improved by retuning the rear suspension link bushings
Rear suspension bushings, including the toe, camber, and spring links, incorporate larger bushings and ball joints for increased lateral stiffness
New rear knuckles and larger diameter bushings increased the roll center height, camber gain, and roll understeer resulting in improved steering and cornering response
New tires increase grip and cut stopping distance.
