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Chrysler 300M

Chrysler 300M
Photo: IFCAR / Wikimedia Commons · Public domain

The official data lists 11 versions of the Chrysler 300M (1999–2017), in the United States and Canada. Each market publishes its own figures, measured on its own test procedure.

At a glance

Years in the data
1999–2017
Markets
United States, Canada
Engines
3.5 L to 5.7 L
Fuels
Petrol
Lowest consumption (Canada)
12.1 L/100 km (5-cycle)
Lowest consumption (United States)
12.4 L/100 km (EPA)

What kind of car is the Chrysler 300M?

The 300M is a large, four-door Chrysler sedan from the LH family. Its flowing body and forward-set cabin reflect Chrysler’s cab-forward design, which gives the passenger compartment a prominent place in the car’s shape. The 300M also carried the 300 name into Chrysler’s late-1990s lineup.

The 300M had one generation, sold from 1999 to 2004. It was listed in the United States, Canada and Europe.

Engines and fuel economy

The US listing shows a 3.5 L petrol engine. Canada’s listing spans petrol engines from 3.5 L to 5.7 L.

In the United States, the EPA’s best combined rating was 19 MPG. Canada’s lowest listed consumption was 12.1 L/100 km on the NRCan five-cycle test. These figures use different test procedures, so they should be read within their respective markets.

Where was the 300M sold?

The 300M’s first generation ran from 1999 to 2004, and the model was listed in the United States, Canada and Europe. The US EPA listing covers 1999–2004 and includes two versions. The Canadian NRCan listing covers 1999–2017 and includes nine versions.

As part of Chrysler’s LH family, the 300M combined a large sedan body with the brand’s cab-forward styling.

Questions and answers

What years was the Chrysler 300M sold?

Its first generation ran from 1999 to 2004. The US EPA listing covers those years; the Canadian NRCan listing spans 1999–2017.

What engine sizes are listed for the 300M?

The United States listing shows a 3.5 L petrol engine. Canada’s listing spans 3.5 L to 5.7 L petrol engines.

How economical is the Chrysler 300M?

The EPA’s best combined rating is 19 MPG. Canada’s lowest listed consumption is 12.1 L/100 km on the NRCan five-cycle test.

Was the 300M sold in Europe?

Yes. Europe is named among the markets for its first generation, which ran from 1999 to 2004.

300M first generation (1999–2004)

Chrysler 300M first generation
Photo: IFCAR / Wikimedia Commons · Public domain

Model codes: LH · Sold in: United States, Canada, and European Union · References: en.wikipedia.org

United States 2 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2003–20042MODE CLKUP3.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
1999–2002VMODE CLKUP3.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km

Canada 5 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2003–2004Full-size3.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic12.1 L/100 km 5-cycle278 g/km
2002Full-size3.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic12.5 L/100 km 5-cycle288 g/km
2001Full-size3.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic12.5 L/100 km 5-cycle288 g/km
2000Full-size3.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic12.3 L/100 km 5-cycle283 g/km
1999Full-size3.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic12.3 L/100 km 5-cycle283 g/km

Versions outside these generations

Canada 4 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2017Full-size5.7 LPetrol8-speed automatic12.3 L/100 km 5-cycle289 g/km
2016Full-size5.7 LPetrol8-speed automatic12.3 L/100 km 5-cycle289 g/km
2015Full-size5.7 LPetrol8-speed automatic12.3 L/100 km 5-cycle283 g/km
2014Full-size5.7 LPetrol5-speed automatic12.8 L/100 km 5-cycle294 g/km

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.