Could A Chrysler 300 Last Longer than a Toyota Camry? (You won't believe it)
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- Опубликовано: 5 май 2023
- You won't believe how close the reliability comparison is between a Chrysler 300 and a Toyota Camry. These are two cars that I think just about everyone would pit against each other and say that the Toyota Camry would be a more reliable car. Toyota is known for reliability and for making good cars, but this Chrysler is very different than I thought. You're going to learn a lot when I put Toyota vs Chrysler in this car reliability and longevity discussion.
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I had a 2016 chrylser 300 v6 that I bought at 180k miles owned until about 260,000 miles, really had no major issues. I sold that for a 2014 chrylser 300 SRT and it’s been treating me great as well.
Nice run
Great cars much better than Toyota in luxury, power, and price to fix. Treat that 300 right regular maintenance do it your self and it will last forever.
As a Toyota owner myself, I’ve noticed the general public places emphasis on when Chrysler has issues (3.6 / 5.7 tick, 3.7 overheating) but ignore any of Toyota’s issues (2.4 and 1.8 burning oil, god awful truck frame rigidity). Everyone has their issues and you always have a chance of getting a car more troublesome than the average for that model year.
Well said.
5sfe doesn't burn excess oil 207k
Yeah, but Toyota actually improved over the years unlike Chrysler. Chrysler has had a horrible reputation for many years now.
I own 2013 Chrysler 300 an it has been perfect,in 10 years I've only replaced a battery, so I'm keeping mine forever 😂
I think that Dodge and Chrysler have been making the same cars for so long that most of the bugs have been worked out and are pretty reliable now. It will be interesting to see how things play out once these models go away.
They still suck.
@@SpeedDudeGTX I definitely think a Toyota Camry is a more reliable car but I’ve been fortunate to have no issues with my wife’s Jeep and Charger and my Challenger since we bought them several years ago. We just service them and do routine maintenance and we have been very fortunate. Hopefully that trend continues!🤞🏼
@jgboys1 The only Chrysler products I even like is a Dodge Cummins, Challenger and Charger Hellcat and Scatpack and a Jeep Trackhawk.
@@SpeedDudeGTXthose are some nice rides you have there! 👍🏼
@@jgboys1 I'd love to get a Cummins one day. Too bad the rest of the truck is shit.
Yes! A Chrysler 300 that is almost never driven will definitely last longer than a Toyota Camry that is used as a crash test model.
🤣🤣🤣🤣
You must be smoking some really good shit there.
Haha, nice
Cheers
You're 💯 %right
I don’t understand, I have a Chrysler 300 2016 with 140K on it and for 4 years. Never had a single issues with it.
It’s running like a clock
Most do but people love to hate on that brand and company.
My experience with a Chrysler 300 was very positive. It was a reliable and solid car that lasted for 300K miles without any problems. I sold it eventually, but I still think it is comparable to a Lexus in quality. I understand that some people prefer a Camry, but I find it bland. The Chrysler 300 has improved a lot over the years and the model shown in the video is much more dependable than the earlier ones. I would choose a 300 over a Camry any day.
What year model did you own?
Absolutely!!!
Same for me
Never seen a chrysler with over 100k miles engine replaced already, soo
@yesman862 I have a 2015 with 203k miles and going up and we have a 2014 with 255k. Both run great with the original drive train. The 3.6 v6 is a great engine for a daily.
OK I get Toyota has a history of reliability, but in my family we currently have a 2000 Dodge 1500, 2007 Dodge Charger R/T, a 2022 RAM 1500 Classic and a 2014 Jeep Compass Sport. We (knock wood I guess) have not had ANY major issues. In fact, the Compass just had a run in with an elk on the highway and SURVIVED well enough to drive home and insurance just approved repairing it. Yeah the interiors on some lower trim models is questionable (just like on any manufacturers lower trims, including Toyota) but I don't really see that as an issue, the Compass being the most plasticy of the bunch. No TIPM issues (yet).
Thanks for sharing and yes many people love the product and have had success. I too own a Ram and overall it’s pretty dependable but I had leaking water pumps, expansion tanks. Random emissions codes hard to diagnose and a wonky power window system that works intermittently. It has some issues and panel alignment, paint and cosmetics are a bit weak, but honestly it never lets me down, does not burn oil and runs like a champ so it’s a pretty reliable rig overall
@ecpp which year and model of ram 1500 do you have? Classic or current? I’ve heard the new ones are pretty good for reliability
Dodge is a piece of American made junk
The 300 compares with the Avalon, not the Camry.... And second, half of the problems you said about the 300 are not true, as I also own both cars and the 300 is solid.
I had a few 300's in my life time and still DO!!! I STAY with my 300s never nothing serious Mechanically and very good to me. Alway maintain your ride and it will never DIE!!!! SALUTE TO MY 300 RIDER'S OUT THERE 💪
I am cashing in my super fund soon when I turn 60, and getting a 300 hemi or rt8, I have owned Toyota's, solid cars, but looks wise, power wise the gangsta 300 gets my vote!
Nice
My 2014 300 was good to me loved it no problems except when the dealership worked on it for a minor problem and caused a serious fuel line leak! Traded it in for a Ram no problems with it at all! Mark your quietly silly with the humor but extremely knowledgeable and appreciated Thanks for heads up!
Thanks very much Calvin, much appreciated. I try to bring some laughs and info to keep it lively
Great videos. Love the channel
Thank you very much
In our country Iraq, the most strong and reliable vehicles for travelling between cities and long distances also between Iraq and the other countries like saudi, syria..etc. are the American vehicles like Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC, Chrysler, Dodge.. e.g. Chrysler 300 is used daily for travelling .. from my childhood till now I didn't see even one camry used between our cities despite that Chrysler is more expensive than Camry.. Buying a Chrysler is like dream for so many people here..
Yes that’s fair they often do fe quite comfortable and substantial
I would never buy a Camry, but aren't they sold in Iraq?
Great Video, I own a 300 and a lot of this stuff does occur, but you're wrong about that TIPM being common with the 300's. I'm in a 300 Group with 38,000 Members and know completely what's up.and a lot of the stuff also only happens with the First Generations. Also I live in Michigan and after one winter underneath looks brand new still in my 21 Touring L, but my 20 Durango after one winter of ownership was covered in that light surface rust throughout. And the Transmission is only finicky around the years they First started using it. I can honestly say it feels amazing in my 21 and makes the car feel a lot faster than its rated. You can lierally feel a nice clean push from each shift of the Torque flight, and it's NEVER searching for gears with clean predictable Shifts every time as well. When Parked on a Incline it does clunk a little, but if you put your Emergency Break on when doing so, it won't at all.
Thanks so much for sharing and it’s great to hear from an owner with experience. I line the overall packaging of these cars especially on the styling and the way the tech is laid out. Have a great weekend
Can I join the 300 group?
Hi I love your video it’s go to know about different cars on how they work or how they might have an issue… I have a Chrysler 300 it’s a 2013 model… and yes the front wheels struts making noise I have to replace them soon…. But I like just about and car that can get me from point A to point B lol the cars today are nothing like the cars in the past… last a life time… But everything changes with time… But hey I really appreciate you making a video on which car will last you longer…. Peace ✌️
I've bever had any of these issues - and mine is a 2017 Touring L with leather seats.
Never heard of any issue with the German made "ZF-1" 8 speed transmission. Biggest issue was the hanger bearing on the driveshaft / once replaced it runs great. Even better - much better - with premium fuel.
I have a 2014 300 AWD. Currently have 162,000 absolutely no problems . Just drove back from California to Michigan 3,600 miles runs like new. At one hundred thousand miles I spent 1400 dollars on maintenance, tuneup, new trans fluid and filer, front and rear differential, flush raidatior, ect. That is the key
3.6 is great other than rocker arm, oil cooler leaks, coolant crossover, thermostat, and waterpumps. We have a 12 caravan 3.6 with 214,000 original miles. Great vid
Thank you very much
I have owned 3 Chrysler 300s. They were my favorite cars l have ever owned. I regret trading in mine when l got a company car. They were beautiful, drove and handled very well, large inside for my 6'4" body, reliable and had an incredible stance and presence. Excellent fit and finish especially on my last one which was a 2018. Camrys are reliable but in my opinion, uninspired and like an appliance. 🇺🇲❤️👍
Thanks for sharing
Great comparison Mark, love your reviews & your channel !!! ✌️❤️🇨🇦
Thank you so much, I really appreciate your support. It’s fun featuring different vehicles
I have a Dodge Dart at 190k miles and running like a horse.... I'm surprised it's lasting this long 😂 2013 is the yr
That is actually a great run
You have a great sense of humour. I couldn't stop laughing when i saw you holding the hummer
Haha, thanks. Yeah I love spicing things up. Thanks for the support
My parents bought new a 2006 Camery loaded with V6. What I hated about the car was it had a horrible accelerator lag, Toyota said this is normal and the seats were like a 1980 Chevette, very uncomfortable. The car was very reliable.
We have from new a 2005 Ram Cummins and 2008 Magnum Hemi AWD. The truck has had a new Turbo and 2 multi function switches and the Magnum received a new control board inside the transmission that put it into limp mode. Also it eats rotors, gets a new front set every 30,000 mi. It just starting to have intermittent window issues. The interior of both are pretty cheap plastic.
Since the 300 is going to be discontinued, this weekend we are going to see if it would be worth replacing the Magnum.
I have a 300c Platinum and I have nothing but praise for the car. The U-connect is the best on the market, again never a problem. I do not have a Takata airbag system. Where the hell does this guy get his information?
I have a 2014 300C and it has been great for 76k miles. No major issues besides recalls. Minor issues were the rear sunshade wears out relatively quickly so I do not use it anymore, the center console glue wore out so the molding pieces are separated on each side of the shifter, and the electrical door locks were not as responsive in humid environments. After a engine tune up and service it feels like new.
please so an episode regarding the 5.7 engine and its common issues, and which one is more reliable the 3.6 or 5.7
See what I can come up with
I bought my Camry se awd two weeks ago and really enjoy driving it. I’m coming from a va wrx. Hopefully this Toyota will be my last car. Have you thought of reviewing a va wrx for long term reliability?
I have owned 2 Chrysler 300S models. One 2016 3.6 V6 8 speed which my girlfriend totaled and the other a 2018 5.7 V8 8 speed . The only problem with either was door panel warpage which was fixed via recalls. We have a 2017 Camry that already has brake and fuel pump issues. The Chryslers are dramatically better road cars in every way, comfort, handling, braking, etc...I don't like driving the Camry at all, but my girlfriend loves that Hemi 300S and I get stuck with the Camry. That's about to change as I am buying a 2023 300C with the 6.4 Hemi!
I know tow truck drivers and when asked what brand cars do you pick up the most from break down on the road, I think everyone knows answer... Jeep, Dodge, Chrysler, Volkswagen and other German cars.
Cheers
I would never buy a dodge or chrysler product ever again in my life,had a brand new dakota, that was p.o.s,got rid of it with 8,000 miles on it,JUNK
Not well made. I agree
What was wrong with the Dakota after only 8000 miles?
@@Ryan-ty2ug upper control arms, catalytic converters,i forget what the 3rd problem was ,i know i took it back to the dealer 3 consecutive Mondays with problems a brand new truck shouldn't have.
My 2014 300S V6 fully equipped went 352,000 before any major concern, all with a bad CAT at 180. 👍
That’s a good run
2018 chrysler 300 v6 i bought new. 152k miles going strong. Paid for now, no issues. Everything perfect. Synthetic ever 5k miles
Great run
This is a no-brainer. Any Toyota will be more reliable than a Chrysler any day of the week.
That’s fair in most cases yes
My wife's Chrysler Pacifica has 250k miles, still going strong.
That’s a real good run
I think the Pacifica was designed in Germany during the time when Demler Mercedes bought Chrysler.
My 2014 300 gets 37 mpg wish i can show my pic of my dash showing it, very comfortable & fast.
He started trashing Chrysler 300 at 3:34 , till 13:15, (I am not even accounting for the last 2-3 min of trashing) in a video of 17 min for comparison he almost spent 10 min of talking trash about one car, almost look like you got paid by Toyota, or you have some personal beef for Chrysler 300, pretty biased review, never trusting this guy.
Thanks
I agree
That one module that controls everything, reminds of the saying" Don't put all your eggs in one basket "
That’s true, what a mess and that Carrie’s through many vehicle in Dodge, Jeep, and beyond. Lol, seemed like a good idea at the time.
I owned the Chrysler 300, it is the 2nd-best car I owned. It treated me well, until it didn't (transmission inexplicably grenaded itself with no hint of previous issues). The interior was spacious and it was one of the most comfortable cars to drive on long trips.
I now have a Lexus ES350, which for those who don't know, is a Toyota Avalon that has been slightly re-engineered by Lexus. It is and has been the one car that I can say checks every single box when it comes to style, comfort, space, and most importantly, reliability. Granted it's about 3 levels up from a Camry, but even if the infotainment system dies, the car will still drive far longer than most without goofy drive train issues.
I had that same issue with my last Chrysler. It wasn’t a 300 though. Mine was the bearing in where the drive shaft meets the transmission, the car refused to move for awhile. Just about every time I junk a Chrysler, it’s the transmission. Last I heard, the transmissions are only lasting over 100k and it’s harder to get high miles on them because the transmission gives out so prematurely. Someone was saying that they had much better luck. I would love to hear their secret
@Ralph Brown the last Chrysler transmission that I ever heard of lasting 200k miles was the one they used in the late-90's/early 2000's Dodge Intrepids and Chrysler 300M. Not impressed with much since.
@@Fister_of_Muppets 1997 grand Caravan, around 270,000 and I drove it to the junk yard with the bad transmission. The problem was intermittent
@@Fister_of_Muppets I have seen more, just I personally was not so fortunate
@@Fister_of_Muppets actually, my transmission was still working normally except it was making a horrendous noise, started randomly one day but the car was up there so it didn’t make sense to try to save it so I junked it once I could be sure I would have something to fall back on but that car went everywhere. 50 - to 100 miles a day some days
300 has shit reliability. None of them 10 yrs old are on the road.
Dodge as a whole struggles with teliability
I don't know where you live but I live in the suburbs of Chicago and they are EVERYWHERE!
@@williamegler8771 the hood Bentley 😂
@@williamegler8771cuz they’re so cheap just a ticking time bomb to the next broke fool
I have an 07 300 still running
EVERY car today has a plastic interior....unless you buy into the high end market.
I have owned four Chrysler 300's, (still own the srt8), since 2016, 2009 300c 5.7, 2006 srt8 6.1, 2020 300s 3.6 and a 2019 300s 5.7.
The 2009 5.7 was the greatest automobile I ever owned, comfortable, reliable and fast. The ONLY problem I had with the car was the plastic radiator drain valve began leaking, so I just replaced the radiator. 43,000 miles when I bought it and totaled at around 175,000 miles by a deer in the road.
The v6 was a great car but I felt the '09 was much nicer, especially the Boston Acoustics sound system...just wonderful.
No problems with the v6 but wanted to trade up to the v8 drove it for awhile and loved it, (not as great a car as the '09), but I do like the 8spd. trans.
Just traded it for a Chevy SS...the Chryslers are certainly better highway cruisers and have certain things going for them over the Chevy.
I will keep the SRT8... low miles still with ZERO problems.
Cheers
My sister has a 2005 300. It runs excellent. People always trash Chrysler but they do last. My Dodge has almost 300,000 miles. The original engine and transmission operate perfectly. It's also a 2.7. So-called experts told me it would be dead 200,000 miles ago.
As someone who owns both a 21 Charger RT and a 22 Camry LE I can tell you that they both have their positives and their negatives. Personally I find the Camry to be pretty bland and boring to drive but the gas mileage is fantastic. Not a fan of the Toyota infotainment system either. I will say that changing the oil on the Camry is among the easiest I've ever seen since the filter and the drain plug are right next to one another.
Quality Control problems with the Chrysler 300S? It may be due to Canada receiving all of the defects and misfit autos from America. smh I own 2 Chrysler 300s, a 2005 300C and a 2018 300 S. I have experienced no problem whatsoever with either of my 2 cars. Could your video be a hit job to benefit Toyota?
@Pharoah: My sentiments exactly!
I have a 2014 300s with 160,000mi. The only problems were thermostat, front suspension and HVAC acuators.
Sounds like a good run
I gave Chrysler two chances. My 2008 blew had the 2.7 motor that blew up and my 2016 300s awd had 2 transmission replacements. It felt like the trans would slip then catch with a forceful thud and a bang sound almost every time I hit the brakes. The car only had 60k miles I loved everything about it except for the reliability. It was also a fight with the dealership to actually diagnose an issue. Sad to say it but my 2016 stick shift mustang gt is significantly more reliable.
I had a Chrysler 300s 2017 I miss it so much even though the screen had to be replaced $300* just to remove the air bubbles to start on the main screen all the plastic was coming off the interior and everything easily scratched and noticed interior and the outside the plastic for the door glass what people get chrome deleted, I traded it and made a horrible mistake and got a durango which failed even more
What did you think over all ? I have same year 300
I have a 2018 Chrysler 300S for about 5 1/2 years only needed to change Radiator, had a A/C leak and thermostat. Other than that usual Maintenance
I am not a fan of Chrysler but I between the Camry and a Rear wheel drive Chrysler 300 SRT, I would go for the SRT all day. I don't care how perfectly reliable Toyotas are. I always want a car that is exciting to drive.
Yes, there is a time when the driving experience is the most important thing. Life is short
True but he got a v6 Chrysler 300 which is just as boring as the Camry. The difference is, the Camry is reliable and rarely need major repairs but the Chrysler will need some expensive repairs once In awhile. I don't like being stuck in toyotas because they look hideous and they are underwhelming driving wise but if I could only afford a V6 Chrysler, I would rather just get a Camry.
R-E-A-R
Ive had to change my rocker arms in my 3.6 but i do have 223,000 on it. My sons 2012 Corolla has 195,000
Well thats not bad
My Chrysler 300 currently has 190k miles original miles
I love my 300! 2012 90,000 miles
Same! 2008 80,000 miles!
u clearly see this dude is a toyota fan 99.9% of the issues he said about the chrysler r wrong i have 2015 300s and it has 300k mile on it the only reason i open the hood when i change oil and where i live its super hot so atfu dude
I bought a used 300 with 20000 miles on it. I love it but the rear differential was faulty and needed replaced. They had no explanation other then it was something internal. Other then that it's been great I've gone about 3000 miles. Too early to tell
Though I have never noticed this on Chrysler specifically, please keep an eye on that cover, behind the rear differential, some call it a pumpkin, big round piece in the center. That could have Started leaking fluid and got overlooked too long in your original rear end. I have never noticed this problem on a Chrysler car but I wouldn’t rule out the possibility though
I’ve got the twin of the 300, a Charger 3.6, and it has been rock solid.
I had a '94 4-Runner. I believe in Toyota as the most reliable vehicle. At 98,000 miles the steering went out and various other problems and I took good care of her. I babied her. Maybe I had a lemon.
Sounds like maybe a Friday build
toyota transmission problem was the early 2018 camrys....toyota replaced most of those, and have solved that problem long time ago...the 2019 and on, rock solid tranny
Thanks a lot Ron. True they have had a run of bad trannies
Cvt
I got a 2010 audi q5 with over 250k only had 3 issues other than that trouble free
Can’t go wrong with that
The Chrysler 300 was the last American full-size luxury sedan to be sold in its own country. Nowadays, the only American full-size luxury sedan is the Cadillac CT6 which is currently sold exclusively in China and now many fans are demanding it to be sold in America. It’s currently offered exclusively with an I4 but is exclusively RWD like almost all older American cars.
The shifter knob situation.
Why are people NOT using their parking break? It's not just for stick shifts.
Any car can make 500k+ if you’re willing to maintain, replace, and repair whatever they need to keep going.
Thanks, u have certainly answered many of my questions about the 300. Love the look but lack of quality and potential problems is an eye opener.
Great in depth look at the 300.
Don’t listen to this guy, he doesn’t much about the v6 3.6 … it’s one of the most reliable engines ever built
yeah do not listen to this guy. it just sounded like a 300s kidnapped and killed his pet kangaroo in one of his dreams now he talked every shit he can till his neighbors came out and said they’ll call the cops if he don’t go inside and stop recording him self circling around a car like he’s a mecca
They last as long as the owner takes care of them. My sisters 300 is 19 years old. It's still running perfectly. If you don't take care of them they will die like any other car.
Nice advice ✌🏻✌🏻🇩🇿🇩🇿
Thanks so much for watching
@@ECPP 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
I have a 2006 300 SRT8. About a month ago I spent 10 days in Los Angeles and rented a new Camry. I expected the Camry to be refined and exceptional. At the end of the 10 days I was so happy to return it. Driving dynamics on the Camry was akin to driving my mother in law's 1994 Thunderbird. I will never rent one again, and I will certainly never buy one. Was so glad to get back to my 300.
Just wow. I was considering buying a 300S about 4 months ago. Watched all the RUclips videos. Never saw one video that gave all this information. Crazy. I’m so happy I decided not to buy it.
This guy is pointing out problems with all modern cars. My 300 is excellent.
As a scientist I’ve always taken issue with associative reliability ratings being used to promote a vehicles actual chances of longevity.
Like anything else, there are hundreds of confounding variables. The largest one being the owner itself. How many Toyota forums show Toyota owners discussing changing transmission fluid, brakes fluids, power steering, etc etc. There are entire sections of the internet dedicated to the subject of how to make your Toyota last 300k..
Now compare that with the hot tub salesmen stereotype you eluded to for the Chrysler.
I’m no Chrysler 300 fan. I own a Tacoma and a Jeep. And I’ve had to rebuild the valve train for that very 3.6.
But believe it or not Chrysler does just as much testing, and puts just as many miles into their engineering as Toyota.
The elephant in the room will always be confounding variables. The demographic the 300 and the Camry attract, are major contributors, and in some cases a self fulfilling prophecy of how “reliable” they will be.
Stellaris is phasing out the 300, Charger and Challenger as they move into EV's. Police where I live (Niagara region) use SUV's now.
True the whole market is moving to SUVs as well.
I do realy like the look of these Chrysler 300Cs the styling and the design and the police in N.S.W used them but since they are no longer imported into Australia they still hsve a few of them but once they do there kilometers the police will get rid of them another thing is in Australia the headlights are aud$7000 each
Don't know about you, but in Sydney the SRT8 is everywhere, particularly the highway patrol cars, not sure if they use them in general fleet.
You are refering to the Kia Stinger they are not used in by the N.S.W Highway Patrol they are around but they were not made in 1997 they will be gone in 10 to 15 years time and Kia are not buiding them any more because they were a failure the Toyota Hilux is not a failure infact the biggest selling motor vehicle in Australia because they are a Toyota enough said
I went to buy a bulletproof Lexus LS 460, then i searched issues, holy heck so glad i brought my 09 300c SRT8
I am on my 3rd 300…2 x 2010s (Touring and a Limited)…regular maintenance and sway bar links about every 50000k…and timing belts at 160,000kms…2 years ago got a 2018 300S RWD…3.6L and very peppy…buying these used for next to nothing, a lot of car and look and drive amazing…keep up maintenance on these cars and pretty much bullet proof..and with the sport mode on 300S driving in town is much less sluggish and much more direct pep taking off from lights and slows it down in sharp turns. Comparing a Camry to a 300 is like a Ford Fusion to a Lincoln Continental. On the highway the 300 is a much quieter, smoother and powerful car. I have had the same mechanic now for 10 years and he consistently stated 300s are tanks when looked after properly. Change the oil every 6000k, put a can of Gumout Tune up in every 3 months, sway bar links every 50000k and regular brakes etc. Plus 100% assembled in Canada at GM’s Oakville plant. They stopped making them after 2023 model year as sales consistently dropped since 2005….some say they look dated but those whom have the 5.7L beasts dolled up have collector editions that will be sought after 20 years from now. I have not seen yet a better looking sedan on the road to this day…exude muscle, comfort and stunning looks. Plus the 20 inch tires on mine keep it gripped on the road. With winter tires on it, I can go through a lot of deep snow and brake easily. Look at used ones and you will be shocked when comparing to other cars at the bargains to be had on them.
I enjoy my 2014 300c, five years 91,000 miles strong, love the hemi.
This guy doesn’t know what he’s talking about, I’d like to know what he drives , a Mini Cooper …..
Toyota Camry...2018-2023 are good cars ! i have the hybrid xle and some of the minor problems the regular cars may have , the hybrid does not, its a diff -car and i think a better car!!
Hi! I watch your videos from time to time,I’m not much of an exotic car guy(ridiculous prices and maintenance as well)I veer more toward your average car ie mass produced. I think you should have called this video “let trash a 300” cause that’s all you did. Very unfair as I own a 2008 300 and its been really great(3.5 v6)I bought it with 131000 miles and now has a bit over 145000. I’ve only had to replace a brake solenoid(about $1700 parts and LABOR). I replaced the radio unit right after I bought it because I wanted something more modern so I can’t say to the performance of original radio. The car has been really good and it is a daily driver. I have an 06 gx470 and the 300 gets way better gas mileage. Nothing is falling apart inside,only complaint is a little rust that developed in the bottom rear wheel well. But these cars aren’t as bad as you say. And yes I agree that the Toyota is a more reliable vehicle. But you don’t really cross shop a 300 with a Camry. I mean you just don’t
No question Toyota makes good cars but they also use a lot of plastic and have faults. Many 300s and Dodges have given their owners long and reliable service. The car is a 300S not an M. A lot of hearsay and second hand stories. He has got the gift of the gab and I wouldn't buy a used car from him.
Over 200 K on my 3.6 Chrysler 300. Runs great.
Keeping a Chrysler 300 in a temperature controlled garage and running it on stationary wheel rollers to normal operating temp a few times a month is one way to get a Crysler-Fiat product to last. The problem with Crysler is twofold: 1. People buy them. 2. People expect to drive them.
Haha, indeed, it feels solid at first but then a certain reality kicks in
Hi Mark, your information on Chrysler was a bit exaggerated.
For one, you drive BMW, Mercedes, Jaguar, a lot of foreign expensive vehicles that your local mechanic in town would shy away from if it wasn’t the basic repairs that you might do yourself because many other repairs can be very difficult to do with the way these exotic cars are designed and put together. Chrysler, local garages would tackle just about any repairs necessary because they are more common and familiar to people. Unless the owner has a warranty on the car, the vehicle typically would not go to the dealer because it is unnecessary, time consuming and expensive.
The dash, I understand you have a pet peeve for plastics, rubber but on these cars with the exception of vandals, the cars are built pretty durable on the inside and doesn’t usually pose a problem.
Overheating on Chryslers, yes, the car is known for that, the radiator goes, water pumps, head gaskets so anyone who knows this brand is going to watch that temperature gauge more closely to avoid excessive damage to their vehicle. However, I can tell you that the issue isn’t so much a threat, just something someone who owns a Chrysler should know to watch carefully so they don’t cause more damage to their vehicle. Most of the time, the damage is minimal and easy to repair but it is not a regular occurrence. Electrical issues are also not a common issue with Chrysler. I have had window regulators go as with any other vehicle, radios, again, not a regular notorious issue but those radios can be replaced cheaply because Chrysler is a pretty easy vehicle to repair without using a specialist.
I understand that with the vehicles that you favor, they are exotic and many mechanics won’t want to touch it because they can be difficult for someone who isn’t specifically trained on them but Chrysler is not like that. You don’t need to take your Chrysler to the dealer unless it is for a dealer warrantied issue, otherwise a local mechanic can do the job cheaper and I understand much quicker than the dealer would., I would typically prefer a Chrysler because they are very comfortable vehicles. The transmissions in Chrysler wears out much quicker than they used to though so that has been a disappointment though.
I can’t comment on Toyota because I really am not a fan of them. I find them very uncomfortable, blah and boring cars. I have known Toyota to have transmissions slipping, burning oil and common electric issues that go far beyond a brief flash in the instrument cluster. I do appreciate all your videos. Your information in this one was exaggerated, more dramatic than reality. I watch for issues that would cause a problem, like not being to see your instrument panel, safety or ability to operate the vehicle due to electrical issues. That’s a problem, the plastic is not a issue unless it cracks and breaks apart to the point that it causes bodily injury. So far, that doesn’t seem to be an issue. I’m not sure that I personally would favor Toyota over Chrysler, I have not heard anything that makes me feel that they would get me where I need to go for an extended period of time without a crap ton of money spent on it.
The front end alinement issue on Chrysler has been a typical perk but again, for the cost of tires and the time that you can get out of the tires, I would not sweat over that and I wouldn’t say that you won’t have that problem with even the so beloved Toyota.
You answered my question about your truck. I never took you as a Chrysler person so I was convinced that it was family members vehicle because it just didn’t fit personal taste. I’m sorry, that was just fascinating to me
Alot of BS with this video I have a 2013 300s 3.6L and don't have not one problem with anything mentioned
Its always easy to talk bad about Chrysler and Dodge but I've owned several and now currently have the limited 23 300C with no issues
I got 2016 camry 4 banger driving a 300 would be a step down in my world
depends on how they're maintained more than anything though a Chrysler 300 is rated to last around 200,000 miles when well maintained similar to a Chevrolet malibu though a Toyota Camry is rated to last between 200,000 and 300,000 miles at minimum but can easily go past that ditto for its Lexus counterpart the ES series mind you the Camry LE is expected to start at 28,000 for 2024 model year while the Lexus ES starts at 48,000 the Camrys also been around 8 model years longer than Lexus has correct Camry debuted for 1983 model year while Lexus debuted for 1990 model year but both reached their top sales in 2007 model year Camry with 473,000 and Lexus ES 250 with 83,000 Camry 4 door sedan is going into its 9th generation for 2024 while the ES is going into its 8th generation for example last year The ES 250 sold 41,500 while the Camry sold 295,201 or roughly 7.1/1 mind you roughly 5.3% of those sales in 2007 came from the Solara coupe/convertible the coupe ended production in July 2008 while the Convertible soldiered on until June 2009 due to it out selling the coupe 2:1 there were two gens of the Solara over its 10.75 years of production and roughly 600,000 units sold in that time roughly 4,600,000 Camry sedans sold in the US in that decade + nearly 8x as many Solara's which is part of why the later was discontinued there weren't that many Convertibles around in mass production cars at the time though there were some notable luxury convertibles such as the last gen Cadillac Eldorado or Mercedes SL 500 in mass production cars there were the Solara the Chrysler Sebring the relaunched Dodge Charger etc. had convertibles in the 2000s though the Eldorado was discontinued in 2002 after 50 years in production the Sebring debuted in coupe form for 1995 model year and Convertible and Sedan form for 1996 model year the Coupe and convertible was directly derived from its predecessor the Lebaron while the sedan was derived from the Cirrus cloud car my late maternal grandfather's 2nd wife drove a 1st gen 1997 Chrysler Sebring convertible when I was a teenager late 90s early 2000s hers was a JXI trim finished in deep Amathyst Purple/sandstone tan and purple is a rare paint color for cars only .3% of cars sold annually are painted purple the two most common standard crayon box colors used each year blue and red each receive over 8.5% percent of cars sold each year are painted shades of those colors for example the 2024 Camry gets 4 new colors Brownstone brown Ruby Flaire red Galactic Aqua and a 2nd shade of white and a couple of combos with Midnight black metallic roof option
Should do ford crown Victoria vs Toyota Camry
Actually the ole Ford is a work horse
Without knowing any information about both vehicles I’ll pick the Camry any day before that crap of Chrysler
The most reliable vs the least reliable brands
Haha, cheers
Thank the good Lord I didn’t listen to you. My Executive car fleet of 17 vehicles are all Chrysler 300 including 2 40 foot stretched unit. Customers love the interiors and the drivers love the performance and I love the durability. You sir are drinking way too much Saki. When you open are you saying Chrysler 300 “M”? That is not a “M”
Thanks
I had a 69 Pontiac 2 + 2 convert retired it at 300,000 miles Pt Cruiser 200,000 km
That’s a good run
I drove a Comcorde/LHS compared to a Toyota Camry both in good shape about 3 years ago. The Chrysler steered better and rode better but the 2017 Camry was quicker and of course more modern looking.and a few more modern options.Non-turbo a must. A few moderm options goimg with Concorde/LHS cars. Unless I buy a different sedan my next car 300 2011 and up. Now 2011 and 2012 Avalon Limited to me is a strong contender to both cars including the 2011 and up 300 and preferred over any Camry and are the best Avalon's. Outside of a valve cover leak 3.5L Toyota oil leaks are costly to fix Chrysler's generally less espacially around the timing covers a lot less. Please use severe service schedule on any daily driver.
Cheers
Law suit against FCA 5.7L ticking filed.
Any car sounds rough when you beat on it and are rough treating it
I have a 2017 Chrysler 300C with the 3.6. The door panel on the driver side and passenger rear warped pretty bad. Other than that. I’ve had no problems. I just drove a Camry. The Chrysler 300c feels like a Lexus LS compared to the Camry. I’ve had a Lexus LS430 before Ι bought this 300. The 300 ride quality, acceleration and handling is comparable to the LS. I would easily recommend the 300 over the Camry any day.
Nice, thanks that’s interesting as I found d the drive in the 300 to feel much more solid as well
BETTER PUT IS RACE NOT CHRYSLER BECAUSE WE KNOW THE END BEFORE START IT..AAHAHHAH
Haha, well…..
If you treat your car well, it will treat you well. Chrysler 300 is reliable when kept up well.
It can be fine if looked after. Still a bit cheapish.
The 300 with a hemi will outlast that junk 3.6? Turbo 4-bangers will not even reach 100K?
Thanks, the turbo 4s do work harder
Great review by all measures like usual.
Thanks honestly, I was always trying to get more information about the Chrysler. It depreciate like a rock falling off a cliff. The interior is almost 90% just plastic with cheap feeling.
I'm glad I didn't get trapped buying such a junk burden.
The Camry by the way is an immortal vehicle that last forever if taken care of.
Thanks again and great salutation from the the southern neighbor 🇺🇸
You are very welcome and thank you for watching, that is greatly appreciated
Toyotas last because in my experience the owners drive like they're driving miss Daisy. Dodge owners drive hard because it's more fun .
Haha
This video is an advertisement for TOYOT😅😅
Nah
I had a 2000 Chrysler 300M brand new. Engine made in Mexico. Overheated from casting flashing from engine block. Never again will I buy. On top of that,many other repairs that shouldn’t be needed. I will always stick with Toyota reliability. Don’t get suckered in to Chrysler!😮
I have one with a 5.7 hemi and I’m pushing 200k
I’ll take the 300 over car Toyota Camry anything the Chrysler it’s a better car stronger, and more safe than any Toyota but it’s funny you talk about all the bad stuff off of a Chrysler 300 but you never say nothing bad about the Toyota Camry it’s not a perfect car. Has more issues than the Chrysler 300 do your research. Specially, the 2.5 engine with a high fuel pressure pump.
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