Overview & Reviews
The Chrysler 200 is a respectable choice for a midsize family sedan. The 200 also scores points for being one of the few midsize models to offer a convertible body style. There are many choices for a midsize sedan, however, and most continue to hold advantages in terms of fuel economy, interior room and reputations for reliability. Although it's hard to make a case for the Chrysler 200 sedan, the 200 convertible remains a good choice if you want an open-air driving experience and need seating for four.
Current Chrysler 200
The midsize Chrysler 200 is offered as a sedan and two-door convertible. The sedan comes in LX, Touring and Limited trim levels, while the convertible comes in Touring, Limited and S trims. A 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine generates 173 horsepower and 166 pound-feet of torque for LX and Touring models, while the Limited gets a 3.6-liter V6 making 283 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque. This engine also comes standard on the S trim convertible or optional on the Touring trims.
Putting the power to the front wheels is a six-speed automatic transmission.
The LX base model comes reasonably equipped with air-conditioning, keyless entry, full power accessories and cruise control. Touring models add nice-to-have extras like alloy wheels, automatic climate control, a power driver seat and a six-speaker sound system with satellite radio.
Limited and S convertibles get still more upscale touches including leather upholstery, heated front seats, Bluetooth and a premium audio system with a 6.5-inch touchscreen. A sunroof and a navigation system are optional, while an S package for Touring and Limited sedans includes 18-inch wheels, foglamps, black exterior trim and, for the Limited, leather-trimmed bucket seats.
For the 200 convertible, Chrysler offers the choice of a fabric or steel roof. The latter is more expensive and a bit heavier, but provides better security and noise reduction.
Inside, the 200 boasts a quiet and comfortable interior with an upscale look, with sleek styling and high-quality soft-touch materials. However, the sedan's backseat and trunk are a bit on the small side. Relative to other convertibles, however, the 200 convertible's backseat is actually pretty roomy.
On the road, the Chrysler 200 provides adequate acceleration with the 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, but fuel economy is below average. With 110 hp more than the four-cylinder, the 3.6-liter V6 is quite energetic, delivering strong acceleration without a tremendous sacrifice in fuel economy.
Used Chrysler 200 Models
The Chrysler 200 was new for 2011. There have been only minor changes since. If you're looking for a used 200, note that the LX sedan from 2011-'13 came standard with a four-speed automatic, with the six-speed auto being optional. Aim to get a 200 LX with the six-speed if you can.
Prior to this, the 200 was known as the Chrysler Sebrin.
User Reviews:
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2011 Bright White Chrysler 200 S - 2011 Chrysler 200
By claymaker52 - July 1 - 3:39 amI just recently purchase a 200 S, and I must say it has really impressed me and others around me. I cannot tell you how many times, in a very short period, that I have had someone stop and ask what kind of car I am driving. 283 HP, UConnect, Navigation, Heated Seats, Leather and Suede Interior, LED front and rear lights, LED interior lights for a great price. This is by far a great value car that is sporty and stylish. I have read many reviews that have just put the 200 to the side because of its resemblance to the Sebring. I question whether they actually compared this car to say a Sonata which gets better MPG but offers nothing in terms of interior quality and the smoothness of ride
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Love my 200 S - 2011 Chrysler 200
By shawns1 - June 8 - 9:16 pmI purchased a loaded 200 S with all the options except navi. Couldn’t justify the $800 for a feature that most smart phones have for free. The V6 is a must – this difference in fuel economy is 1-2 MPG for over 100 more HP. The interior is very nice and the suede inserts in the leather seats looks and feels great. I’m a tech person so U connect was a big selling feature for me. I have an iPhone that seamlessly connects to the stereo to allow for hands free voice activated dialing from your phone’s address book. Simply say the name of the person you wish to call – it’s that easy. You can also transition calls already in progress to the car and vice versa.
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Love my 200 convertible - 2011 Chrysler 200
By jayes200 - June 2 - 3:49 pmI absolutley love my 200 limited convertible. It came fully loaded, more than I could ask for in my budget. Its always getting looks. The inside is sexy....and the truck is more than enough.
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Very Satisfied Customer - 2011 Chrysler 200
By doc80 - May 26 - 6:21 pmCar is very comfortable. After one week and an 800 mile road trip this car was worth the money. Gas mileage is excellent, navigation and stereo is awesome. Seats are comfortable and I love the HID lights. Compared to ford fusion but felt that this had more options for the money. Love this car!
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Chrysler 200 Limited with V-6: WOW - 2011 Chrysler 200
By rretrograde - May 22 - 4:21 pmThis car is very quick and fun to drive. After testing just about every midsize sedan on the market I fell in love with this blackberry pearl beauty. Compared to all the mainstream competitors its really unique in its design and for the money I really dont think anything can quite compare. So go test drive an Accord and Camry then drive a 200.....they will seem absolutely boring and dull in comparison. I examined this car very carefully and think the quality is fantastic. I have about 500 miles now and its just been perfect.
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First Chrysler - 2011 Chrysler 200
By roadraven - May 21 - 7:44 amThe Chrysler 200 caught my attention because it had a nicer interior than many cars in its price range. The 3.6 L V6 was also a huge consideration. It is equivilant to the Infiniti G35s that I had previously owned. Its not as perky at start off as the Infiniti, but not bad. I would not own one of the 200 models with the smaller engine. I didnt drive one, but I feel like the 3.6 would be the only way to go. The ride is better than expected. It is very quiet and easy to handle. The leather interior is very nice and similar to much more expensive cars.
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Nice Car - 2011 Chrysler 200
By delias123 - May 18 - 12:28 pmI love my 200, the V-6 engine is almost a must. The car drives very nice with this engine. Headlights are very nice, interior is excellent, the premiem cloth is better than leather. The car size is good although it looks small on the outside. The only car in this category that I liked more was the VW CC, but for $10K more and having only 4 passengers it was not going to work for me. Gas millege is good enough.This car drives much better on the freeway than the streets. The car is full of electronics and gadgets. The placement of buttons and knobs is excellent and simple to operate. Im surprised from some of the proffesional reviews cause they are in many cases very different from consumers.
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Great car - 2011 Chrysler 200
By oljapfan - May 11 - 1:41 pmFirst off I am glad to finally find some other people loving this car because I think it has been far to trash talked about . Sure if I had 6 to 10K more to spend on a car I would of looked at other cars such as the Infinity or BMW or whatever pricy cars are out there. I have had 5 different Japan cars and when I first went to this Chrysler/Dodge dealer I didnt really expect anything at all. Interior design is great and classy , V6 283hp engine is very nice and sounds great.
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Love The 200-But Cuts Off &Wont Start-Only 600 Miles - 2011 Chrysler 200
By 200fan - April 18 - 12:11 amWe love our 200-inside out!Wherever we go people turn around & look at it to see what kind of car it is.We took it to the shop because it was cutting off on us while riding on the highway & at stoplights.They couldnt find anything & said it must be water in the gas.Funny thing is, we have a 2005 Stratus & we never had any problems like this no matter where we buy gas.So, we avoid "that" particular station & make a trip for our grandsons surgery.About 2:30 pm we thought we could leave to drive home.We tried starting our 200 for 45 min. with no success.We called our dealer which was 30 min. away & we road back home on a wrecker.We are nervous now that this will be an ongoing problem.
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2011 Chrysler 200 Limited with 3.6 V-6 - 2011 Chrysler 200
By doc1120 - March 5 - 8:00 pmI just recently purchased the Chrysler 200 Limited with the 3.6 Liter V-6. I have found this car to be very comfortable, with new interior well exicuted. The V-6 has more than enough power to move the car ease through out traffic and I am experience great gas mileage, as well. I am 6 ft. 3 in. tall and even with the sun roof, I am able to find a comfortable seat position. I love the leather seats, as they are a very good quality and are very supportive of me. I really like the manual lumbar support for the driver. The sound system is great with the Boston Accoustic Speakers and the radio and other informational systems are very intuative to work. This is a very rewarding car to drive
