2005 Chrysler 300 Touring AWD

Like most of the upper-level trims for the Chrysler 300, the Touring package was also available with all-wheel-drive.  The 300 Touring featured a larger engine, fog lamps, and yaw control, but it retained the same 4-speed automatic transmission found on the base model.  The interior was also re-trimmed for a more luxurious look, and several additional comfort and convenience features were added.
The four speed is paired with a larger V-6.  This 3.5 liter version makes 250 horsepower and 250 pound-feet of torque, providing significant upgrades from the base model.  The AWD option will cost drivers a slight drop in fuel efficiency, falling to 18/24 mpg.  The 300 utilizes the same platform as the recently departed Mercedes E-Class, thanks to the Chrysler and Benz connection through Daimler.  Suspension, drive train, and steering are additional carryovers from the E to the 300.
Some 300 drivers have found that bold attention-grabbing styling is not enough to keep them fully satisfied.  Since its introduction, the 300 reputation has been hampered by quality and reliability issues.  Many of the interior mechanisms like the sunroof, windows, and trip computers have broken or failed, some requiring costly maintenance.  Service quality has also been criticized, as some drivers claim their 300s are in the shop too long and some of the issues are not resolved.