CAR GARAGE | Chrysler 300 SRT8 (2012) | The Street and Racing Technology (SRT) performance engineering team builds upon the all-new 2011 Chrysler 300 sedan already Executed for a world-class luxury experience, to deliver Chrysler's most powerful and best handling models ever. Projected performance numbers include 0-60 mph acceleration in the high 4-second range; quarter mile in high 12 second range; 0-100-0 mph in less than 16 seconds, top speed of 175 mph and stopping power from 60-0 mph in 120 feet.
Owners of any Chrysler Group SRT vehicle receive one day of professional driving instruction from the Richard Petty Racing School as part of the SRT Track Experience, designed to maximize driving Their knowledge and skills on the street or track. The return of the Chrysler 300 SRT8 to the Chrysler lineup in 2012 evokes a strong comparison to the original high-performance production car of its time - the 1955 Chrysler 300. The new active exhaust system also allows for straight-through mid and rear mufflers for a throaty exhaust note under engine load. Standard steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters join the standard Auto Stick on the floor console.
The all-new 2012 Chrysler 300 SRT8 features more than 70 advanced safety and security features, Including standard Key less Enter-N-Go and electronic stability control (ESC) with segment-exclusive Ready Alert Braking and Rain Brake Support safety features to improve overall vehicle handling and performance. Chrysler brand's signature Safety Tec Group is available on the 2012 Chrysler 300 SRT8 and packages many first-time-available features Including adaptive forward lighting (AFL), high-intensity discharge (HID) projector high and low-beams with automatic headlamp leveling, Forward Collision Warning (FCW) with adaptive-cruise control (ACC), Blind-spot monitoring (BSM) with Rear Cross Path (RCP) detection, Park Sense front and rear park assist system, LED-illuminated rear fog lamps, exterior mirrors with supplemental turn signals and approach lamp. In Addition, standard front-row reactive head restraints, standard full-length side-curtain of water bags, driver's knee bag and standard front seat-mounted thorax side-water bags offer enhanced occupant protection to passengers in the event of a collision.
