Chrysler Crossfire first generation

Chrysler Crossfire first generation
Photo: Jeremy from Sydney, Australia / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.0

The Chrysler Crossfire first generation (2004–2008): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 4 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: ZH, R170 · Sold in: United States, Canada, and European Union

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,060 mm RDW4,059 mm
Width1,770 mm RDW1,765 mm
Height1,300 mm RDW1,308–1,316 mm
Wheelbase2,400 mm RDW2,400 mm
Front track1,493 mm ASTRA–
Rear track1,476–1,502 mm ASTRA–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,352–1,395 kg RDW–
Mass in running order1,452–1,495 kg RDW–
Gross vehicle weight1,665 kg RDW–
Seats and space
Seats2 RDW–
Doors2 RDW–
Boot space–190 L
Fuel tank–60 L
Performance
Top speed250 km/h RDW–
Torque310–420 Nm ASTRA315–420 Nm

Tyre sizes (most common first): 225/40R18, 255/35R19

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, fr), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

707 complaints for model years 2004–2008. 9 crashes · 2 fires · 14 injuries

  • Visibility and wipers 292
  • Body and structure 212
  • Electrical system 107
  • Airbags 52
  • Engine 28

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 4 versions of the Chrysler Crossfire first generation

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
2004–2008CLKUP3.2 LPetrol5-speed automaticRear-wheel drive18–21 MPG (11.2–13.1 L/100 km) EPA263–307 g/km
2004–20083.2 LPetrol6-speed manualRear-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km

Canada 2 versions

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

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2004–2008Two-seater3.2 LPetrol5-speed automatic11.1–13.2 L/100 km 5-cycle255–304 g/km
2004–2008Two-seater3.2 LPetrol6-speed manual13.1–13.2 L/100 km 5-cycle301–304 g/km

Similar models from other brands

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