Flash Drive

2015 Chrysler 200C

January 28, 2015 - Behind The Wheel - Comments: 
The 2015 Chrysler 200C is all-new and vastly improved over earlier models.
The 2015 Chrysler 200C is all-new and vastly improved over earlier models.

Model Tested: 2015 Chrysler 200C 4-door sedan 

Engine: 2.4-liter I-4 gas, 184 horsepower 173 lb-ft torque

Transmission: 9-speed automatic transmission front-wheel-drive

EPA Ratings: 23/City—36/Highway—28/Combined

Base Price: $25,995

As Tested: $30,475

Performance:

Nine-speed automatic transmission

Ample power

Smooth highway ride

Unique, but fine rotary dial gear selector

The 2015 Chrysler 200C is stylish and contemporary outside and roomy inside.
The 2015 Chrysler 200C is stylish and contemporary outside and roomy inside.

Electronic parking brake

Digital and analog speedometer

Blind spot warning system

Available 295 hp V-6 and AWD 

Comfort:

Excellent front legroom

Heated front seats

Power lumbar

Very thick contoured leather steering wheel

Comprehensive auxiliary steering wheel controls

Quality interior materials

Ceiling a little close for tall rear seat passengers

Tall center floor hump

The steering wheel and all dashboard-related functions are first class.
The steering wheel and all dashboard-related functions are first class.

Utility:

Big, deep front door bins

Small rear bins

Very deep glove box

Huge trunk with flat floor

Wide pass-through

Split folding seats, but big rise from trunk floor

Two seatback storage pouches

Big navigation/infotainment screen

The 200C rear seat has a wide armrest with a shallow storage compartment.
The 200C rear seat has a wide armrest with a shallow storage compartment.

Wow Factors:

Incredible improvement over 2014 model

Quality fit and finish

Sharp styling

Great info system even showed local flood warnings

Roomy interior and trunk 

Whines:

9-speed transmission shifts too often at low speeds 

Bottom Line: If awards were handed out for most improved cars the 2015 Chrysler 200C would be a front-runner. The stylish, roomy, quality-built 200C is vastly improved over previous models, which makes it a strong contender against foreign and domestic competitors.