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2010 Chrysler 300 Touring

Family Friendliness: 7.3

Recommended: Not Yet Driven

Specifications apply to this model only

What it Is: A full-size, rear-wheel drive sedan.
Who it's For: Families who want a large sedan and can live with two LATCH points
What's Hot: It doesn't scream "soccer mom," side-curtain airbags standard
What's Not: Fuel economy isn't that much higher than the V-8, traction and stability control not standard.
Family Friendly Options: Traction and stability control, Uconnect multimedia system
How It Got Its Score: The Chrysler 300 offers up lots of interior room and a big trunk, but sub-par crash test scores from the IIHS, mediocre fuel economy and stability and traction control that aren't standard push its score down.

The Chrysler 300 comes in thee models based on engine size -- a pair of V-6s and a Hemi V-8 -- with all-wheel drive available on the 3.5-liter V-6 and V-8. While the 300 is in its sixth model year, the stylish design still stands apart from other full-size sedans offering families a hipper alternative to the minivan, primarily families with older children who will appreciate the roomier back seats not found in a midsize sedan.

The base model Touring 2.7's V-6 provides the best fuel economy, but 178 horsepower isn't a lot when pushing a 3,725-pound vehicle. While Chrysler's Uconnect multimedia is an available option, forget about navigation, premium stereo and rear-seat entertainment -- those aren't even options on the Touring 2.7. Considering the lack of power and with safety features such as anti-lock brakes, stability and traction control optional, the Touring 3.5 is the more desirable V-6 model.

Specifications Price MSRP $27,260 Destination $750 Mechanical Engine Size 2.7 liters Engine Type V-6 Horsepower 178 hp Torque 190 lb.-ft. Fuel Regular Unleaded Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive Transmission 4-Speed Automatic Fuel Economy EPA City 18 mpg EPA Highway 26 mpg EPA Combined 21 mpg Utility Vehicle Type Large Car Family Friendliness 7.3 Doors Four Passengers Five LATCH Positions Two Cargo Space 15.6 cu. ft. Safety NHTSA Driver Front 5 Stars NHTSA Passenger Front 5 Stars NHTSA Driver Side 5 Stars NHTSA Rear Passenger Side 5 Stars NHTSA Rollover 4 Stars IIHS Front Good IIHS Side Marginal IIHS Rear Marginal Stability Control Optional Traction Control Optional Brake Assist Optional Side Airbags Curtain Collision Avoidance Not Available Active Cruise Control Not Available

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