Chrysler Crossfire
| Chrysler | |
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 Chrysler Crossfire Coupe (2003-2007)
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| Crossfire | |
| Production period: | 2003-2007 |
| Class : | Sports car |
| Body versions : | Coupé , convertible |
| Engines: |
Petrol engines : 3.2 liters (160–246 kW) |
| Length: | 4058 mm |
| Width: | 1766 mm |
| Height: | 1296-1303 mm |
| Wheelbase : | 2400 mm |
| Empty weight : | 1296-1590 kg |
| Stars in the US NCAP - Crash Test (2004), front, front driver side |
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The Chrysler Crossfire (internal type designation ZH) was a DaimlerChrysler product that was produced by Karmann as a coupé and a roadster. The models are based on the Mercedes SLK 170 series . In contrast to the SLK, however, the Coupé has a fixed steel roof, the Roadster a fabric roof.
Model history
The Crossfire was manufactured by Karmann in Osnabrück from 2003 to 2007 . It owes its name to the crisscrossing beads (Cross - English "cross") in the sideline. It was named DaimlerChrysler's first jointly designed vehicle by Tom Marinelli, then Marketing Vice President of Chrysler.
The vehicle was preceded by a concept vehicle that was first shown at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in 2001. Production of the coupé series model began on February 3, 2003; Production of the Crossfire Roadster started on February 2, 2004. The series model of the coupé was shown for the first time at the LA Auto Show 2002, the series model of the roadster at the NAIAS 2004.
The more powerful variant SRT6 was presented for the first time at the 2004 Geneva Motor Show.
On December 17, 2007, the last Crossfire was manufactured at Karmann because the sales figures did not meet expectations.
drive
The Crossfire was available in two versions with the same 3.2-liter V6 base engine, the Mercedes M112 : with a naturally aspirated engine with a maximum output of 160 kW (218 hp) and 310 Nm maximum torque, and as the Crossfire SRT6 with one Supercharged engine with a maximum output of 246 kW (335 PS) and 420 Nm maximum torque. The latter is almost identical to the engine of the SLK 32 AMG , but its maximum output has been reduced by 14 kW (19 hp).
In connection with this, a six-speed manual transmission or an additional five-speed automatic transmission with adaptive shift control was available. The automatic handling is as usual, with an additional manual intervention option via the "Auto-Stick" function by briefly tapping the selector lever, as is the case with the identical machines in the Mercedes C, E and S classes. The SRT6 is only available with an automatic transmission. The drive train transfers the engine power to the rear wheels .
Special models
In order to boost sales, the Black Line special model was introduced at the end of 2004 . This equipment line was available for both the Roadster and the Coupé at a significantly lower purchase price. The Blackline models were only available with manual transmission; they are less well equipped compared to the normal Crossfire. Compared to the standard models, there are no heated exterior mirrors , door sills made of stainless steel with Crossfire lettering, electrostatic air filter, front frame, door handles and side air outlets in satin silver paint, floor mats, HomeLink garage door opener , fold-out cup holder in the center console , Infinity sound system with 240 watts Amplifier and two subwoofers, map pockets and nets between the seats, heated windscreen wiper nozzles, leather sports seats (instead the Blackline has fabric seats from the SLK R170), two-stage seat heating, fog lights and stainless steel sports pedals with rubber studs.
The Silver Line model was also launched at the end of 2004 , exclusively with an automatic transmission. With this equipment variant, there was an interior package with panels made of carbon fiber reinforced plastic ("carbon"), supplemented by a DVD navigation system and a CD changer with MP3 function.
Technical specifications
| model | 3.2 | 3.2 SRT-6 |
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| Motor type | Gasoline engine | |
| Engine type | V6 | |
| Engine charging | - | compressor |
| Cubic capacity in cm³ | 3199 | |
| Max. Power in kW (hp) at min -1 | 160/218 at 5700 | 246/335 at 6100 |
| Max. Torque in Nm min -1 | 310 at 3000 | 420 at 3500 |
| Maximum speed in km / h | 250 | 255 |
| Gearbox, as standard | 6-speed manual transmission | 5-speed automatic transmission |
| Gearbox, optional | 5-speed automatic transmission | - |
| Acceleration, 0–100 km / h in s | 6.4 (6.9) | 5.3 |
Combined fuel consumption in l / 100 km |
10.1 | 11.0 |
| Trunk volume in l | 260 / 104-184 (1) | 260 |
| Tank capacity in l | 60 | |
| CO 2 emissions in g / km | 243 | 264 |
| Emission standard | EU 4 | |
Production numbers
| year | Chrysler Crossfire Coupe |
Chrysler Crossfire Roadster |
total |
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| 2003 | 18,389 | 0 | 18,389 |
| 2004 | 19,424 | 16,240 | 35,664 |
| 2005 | 4.126 | 8,329 | 12,455 |
| 2006 | 1,547 | 3,258 | 4,805 |
| 2007 | 2,020 | 2.712 | 4,732 |
| total | 45.506 | 30,539 | 76,045 |
Registration numbers
Between 2003 and 2011 7,338 Chrysler Crossfire were newly registered in the Federal Republic of Germany. 2004 was the most successful sales year with 3,571 units.
Web links
- The story of the Chrysler Crossfire - Coupé & Roadster. In: chrysler-crossfire-forum.de. June 9, 2018.
Individual evidence
- ↑ 2004 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE 2 DR | NHTSA. In: nhtsa.gov. Retrieved March 25, 2019 (English, extended report in PDF format: http://www-nrd.nhtsa.dot.gov/database/MEDIA/GetMedia.aspx?tstno=4969&index=2&database=V&type=R ).
- ↑ John O'Dell: Chrysler Crossfire - Los Angeles Times Review | Cars.com. In: cars.com. May 28, 2003, accessed March 25, 2019 .
- ↑ '04 Crossfire is the first offspring of DaimlerChrysler. In: gmtoday.com. April 14, 2003, accessed March 25, 2019 .
- ^ Chrysler Crossfire to debut at 2001 Detroit Auto Show - Car Design News. In: cardesignnews.com. December 29, 2000, accessed March 25, 2019 .
- ^ Chrysler Group COO Wolfgang Bernhard Drives First All-New 2004 Chrysler Crossfire Off the Production Line. In: autointell.com. February 3, 2003, accessed March 25, 2019 .
- ↑ Used 2004 Chrysler Crossfire Review & Ratings | Edmunds. In: edmunds.com. Retrieved March 25, 2019 .
- ↑ Crossfire opens: Chrysler introduces the Crossfire Roadster | hot cars. In: heise.de. January 7, 2004, accessed on March 25, 2019 (Permalink: https://heise.de/-442146 ).
- ↑ Fabian Grass: Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6: Crossfire under the hood. In: de.motor1.com. February 23, 2004, accessed March 25, 2019 .
- ↑ Last Chrysler Crossfire produced by Karmann - STIMME.de. In: Stimme.de. dpa, December 17, 2007, accessed on March 25, 2019 .
- ↑ Matt Stone: Exclusive First Drive: 2005 Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6 Roadster - MotorTrend. In: motortrend.com. August 31, 2004. Retrieved March 25, 2019 (American English).
- ^ Fabian Grass: Chrysler Crossfire Coupé: Comfortable sports car with elegant design. In: de.motor1.com. April 7, 2004, accessed March 25, 2019 .
- ↑ Chrysler Crossfire Black Line - autobild.de. In: autobild.de. November 2, 2004, accessed March 25, 2019 .
- ↑ Production figures as of December 17, 2007 - Source: Karmann and dpa