Chrysler 300 2022 Review

Like a character in a video game, the current-generation Chrysler 300 simply respawns every year. Though Chrysler has made continual improvements to the car during its near 20-year run (including a substantial refresh more a decade ago), it isn't far removed from the sedan that debuted to significant fanfare for the 2005 model year. That means it comes with a V6 or a V8 engine, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive, and a full-size interior that can carry five adults.

One reason for the 300's longevity is that its rivals are increasingly fading to black. Few large cars remain available anymore, and none offer the Bentley-on-a-budget styling that continues to make the Chrysler 300 appealing. But if you want a brand-new 300, we recommend that you act sooner than later because the automotive Grim Reaper is coming for this car as it exists in its current form. Check out our Expert Rating below to learn more of what our test team thinks of the 300.

Which 300 does MatoCar recommend?

The 2022 Chrysler 300 is a full-size sedan available in Touring, Touring L and S trim levels. Each is equipped with a 3.6-liter V6 engine and an eight-speed automatic transmission powering the rear wheels. The V6 generates 292 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque in the Touring and Touring L, and 300 hp and 264 lb-ft in the S. All-wheel drive is an option with Touring and Touring L trim. Chrysler also offers a 5.7-liter V8 (363 hp, 394 lb-ft) in the 300S.

Touring Chrysler equips the 300 Touring with:

• 17-inch wheels (19-inch wheels with AWD)
• Heated mirrors
• Keyless entry and push-button engine starting
• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• Auto-dimming rearview mirror
• Cloth seat upholstery
• Power-adjustable driver's seat
• 60/40-split folding rear seat
• 8.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system
• Six-speaker audio system
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration
• Satellite radio
• SiriusXM Guardian connected services

Touring L Choose the Touring L and the 300 includes:

• Dark-finish 20-inch wheels (19-inch wheels with AWD)
• Foglights
• Remote engine start
• Auto-dimming driver's side mirror
• Power-adjustable passenger seat
• Heated front seats
• Leather upholstery
• Front and rear parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking)
• Blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while reversing)

S Upgrade to the range-topping 300S, and the car comes with:

• Sport driving mode
• Sport suspension
• Paddle shifters
• Sport front seats

Equip the 300S with the optional V8 engine, and the car includes:

• Aerodynamic body kit
• Panoramic sunroof
• Navigation system
• Nine-speaker Alpine surround-sound system

Chrysler offers numerous option packages for the 2022 300 sedan. With Touring trim, you can upgrade the 300 with extra chrome or blacked-out exterior trim and larger wheels. The Touring L and S V6 are available with a Popular Equipment Group including navigation, a panoramic glass sunroof and a nine-speaker Alpine surround-sound system.

Both the Touring L and the 300S are available with these option packages:

• Comfort Group
• Adaptive headlights (swivel as you turn the steering wheel for better illumination in curves)
• Upgraded security alarm
• Power-adjustable and heated steering wheel
• Driver's seat memory settings
• Ventilated front seats
• Heated rear seats
• Power rear window sunshade
• SafetyTec Plus Group
• Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
• Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
• Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the 300 and the car in front, and can bring the Chrysler to a full stop)
• Rain-sensing windshield wipers
• Automatic high-beam headlights