2005 Chrysler Crossfire Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The Chrysler Crossfire entered its second year of production in 2005, with an expended model lineup. Two trim levels, Base and Limited, were available, and Chrysler also added a new convertible model. There are four variations for 2005.
The new Limited trim is differentiated from the base by several amenities, including a tire pressure monitor, power/heated/leather seating, a six-speaker Infinity audio upgrade, an optional automatic transmission, and upgraded seats. The Base is a more stripped down version of the previous year's model, which allowed anxious buyers to get into the Crossfire at a considerably lower price. Full power accessories, dual-zone climate control, and stability control are standard across the board.
For this year only, Chrysler also offered a high-powered SRT-6 variation of the Crossfire, but that package creates a unique model, similar to the distinction between the 300 and the 300 SRT-8.
All four Crossfire variants are powered by a 3.2 liter V-6. This engine provides 215 horsepower and 229 pound-feet of torque, and is paired with a six-speed manual transmission on the Base model. The Limited is exclusively available with the five-speed automatic. The Crossfire accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in just 6.8 seconds, and drivers can expect mixed driving gas mileage around 20 mpg.
Published Aug 8, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 2005 Chrysler Crossfire
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by Anonymous
Mar 14, 2024
Handles nice, plenty of pep. Smooth ride. Overall, a great looking car that is affordable, and fun to drive.Mar 14, 2024
by REINALDO A
Dec 02, 2023
Excellent Power plant, different Design that makes it different of what was in the market those days and actually.Dec 02, 2023
by john c
Jul 04, 2023
I didnt like the ride - nothing wrong with the car, but I felt like I was sitting in a wheelbarrow. Not the car for me, too use to sitting up higher in a pickup truck and a SUV I guess.Jul 04, 2023
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by Anonymous
Mar 14, 2024
Handles nice, plenty of pep. Smooth ride. Overall, a great looking car that is affordable, and fun to drive.Mar 14, 2024
by REINALDO A
Dec 02, 2023
Excellent Power plant, different Design that makes it different of what was in the market those days and actually.Dec 02, 2023
by john c
Jul 04, 2023
I didnt like the ride - nothing wrong with the car, but I felt like I was sitting in a wheelbarrow. Not the car for me, too use to sitting up higher in a pickup truck and a SUV I guess.Jul 04, 2023
by Anonymous
Jun 01, 2023
The car is everything i want, but I do not fit! At 5’10” I am just too ralll. Lengthening the shell base would kill the “go-cart like” handling. Such a “neat” vehicle - too bad I do not fit,
Jun 01, 2023
by David G
Aug 21, 2022
Its a great little car for two people.It handle great the top works great and its got enough power.In all a good car for trips or around town.Aug 21, 2022
by Anonymous
Apr 01, 2022
I replaced a Mini Cooper Roadster with this Crossfire. Its faster and handles better than the Mini. When you shut the doors, trunk, or hood, you can hear how solidly the car is built. So far, so great.Apr 01, 2022
by Ralph M
Mar 23, 2022
Grossfires are nice cars, but overpriced, hard to find one with low miles and in good condition.Mar 23, 2022
by Kevin O
Feb 02, 2022
Absolute best value for buying what is essentially a Mercedes Benz SLK320, just with a (better looking) Crossfire skin and a TPMS system that MB didnt have.Feb 02, 2022
by Maria L
Sep 29, 2021
This car is a first generation Mercedes SLK with different styling. It comes in two flavors SRT and Limited. Mine was a 3.2 limited with automatic transmission. The Crossfire’s strengths are it’s styling, value and reasonable performance. The weaknesses are that the steering is old fashioned recirculating ball and it really lets down any sporty feeling. Acceleration from the 3.2 v6 is good and the engine sounds rumbley. Mine was well built ,and I did not have any expenses other than maintainence. The hatch allows you to stuff a reasonable amount of “stuff” into the car. These cars are pretty rare and people tend to notice the car. Overall, not a real sports car, but a solid, cruiser.Sep 29, 2021
by Jason W
Sep 07, 2021
Solid car, under-rated speed. The SRT-6 is as faster than anything you can buy for under $20k.Sep 07, 2021
by Jeffrey B
May 15, 2021
Great car. smooth ride. I would call it a luxury sports car at a reasonable price.May 15, 2021
by cliff v
Jan 30, 2021
This car is not a grocery getter its kind of impractical unless you have another car but its styling and performance are greatJan 30, 2021
by KENNETH M
Jan 20, 2021
Good car, nice style, but underpowered. Interior feels a little cheap with features.Jan 20, 2021
by Fred p
Jan 18, 2021
A great car that was engineered in Germany and made very affordable when offered in the US.Jan 18, 2021
by Eddie K
Jan 17, 2021
The Crossfire is a great car I have one and buying another one. They are fairly reliable too as they are based on the Mercedes SLK platform. Keep the oil changed and they will run and run and run. They are pretty fast too. If/when you do have to do repairs look for and buy the Mercedes part for the SLK 320 that matches. It will be way less expensive. You can find lists on crossfire forums.
The only negative: the over engineered and poorly placed cup holder lolJan 17, 2021
by Gregory B
Sep 20, 2020
I like this car, I think it is worth more than NADA says it is worth. NADA determines how much of a loan I can get so I had to cough up cash to buy this car. Like all cars it has its issues, but its a nice riding solid feeling car with a good bit of pep from that 3.2L 6 cyl engine. I just hope it is reliable because it has mostly Mercedes Benz parts which are going to be expensive...Sep 20, 2020
by Herbert G
Sep 07, 2020
Great features and good performance and reliability
Very good buy Sep 07, 2020
by Earl M
Aug 31, 2020
Great job Chrysler lovely ride and it handles something to seeAug 31, 2020
by Dan N
May 16, 2014
This Roadster is the most stylish automobile I've owned. The pleasure I've gotten driving it during the warm weather especially lived up to everything a Roadster is to be.
Wherever I go, people ask me at red lights, or where I'm parked...What is that? It's a beauty. Young & older, females and males, I've always gotten a "thumbs up" reaction.May 16, 2014
by Dan N
May 15, 2014
It gives me that control of the road, the driving confidence of sharp handling, quick/smooth shifting in any road/driver conditions.
You want to feel the wind blow through your hair, and the sleek,stylish ride that turns heads? It's a Crossfire, no question about that.May 15, 2014
by Anonymous
Mar 10, 2014
Crossfire is one of the best Sport cars value in the market. It is a MB SLK 320 with a Chrysler Body. Engine, transmission, suspension, brakes, etc all MB. It drives very nice, excellent power and fairly well equipped. The Crossfire is also one of the most reliable vehicles ever made by ChryslerMar 10, 2014
by Rick T
Aug 09, 2013
There wasn't much to dislike, it was gorgeous, nimble and quick, beautiful and well built. All of the Crossfires were built in the Karman Factory in Germany, the very same one that builds the SLK Models. One drawback is the wheels and tires, because they are staggered with 18" in front and 19" in the rear. Very expensive to replace all 4 wheels and tires. But, worth the money.Aug 09, 2013
by Maria P
Aug 07, 2013
the tail on the back of the car raises & comes out when the car reaches a speed of about 65 mph....I love it. Its a fast and sporty car everyone always wants to know what kind of car it is.Aug 07, 2013
by Anonymous
Apr 26, 2013
Smart looking and powerful. Beautifully designed body. Great acceleration, good control. Gas mileage better than reported 22/30 vs. 18/22. Major blind spots on either side when backing up and very low headroom for taller folks. But if you want a sassy, sporty look - this car has it!Apr 26, 2013
by Ken W
Apr 22, 2013
A carry-over from 2004, the Crossfire is a two-seat sports coupe that shares many key components with Mercedes Benz, and is built in the legendary Karmen plant in Osnabrueck Germany. Has a 3.2-liter V6 engine that produces 215 horsepower with the five-speed automatic manual transmission.Apr 22, 2013
by Ron J
Oct 04, 2012
It is a beautiful car and even now at 8 years old it still turns heads. It has a very good solid feel and rides pretty good for having 18 and 19" wheels on low profile rubber. Tracks like a go cart. I have had minimal issues with the car and have fixed most of them myself with info from the forum. It goes fast enough for most people but is also available in a SRT6 model with an extra 100+ HP for those who need speed! It is the most fun car I have ever owned and with the top down it just adds to the great feeling of driving it. Oct 04, 2012
by Anonymous
Sep 28, 2012
The car is fun to drive. It's quick, fast and handles great. I love the look of the car, especially from the rear. The manual transmission is a bit choppy though, sometimes it resists going into gear. The interior is nice, no electronic gadgets to muddle it up - Radio, analog gauges, shift knob and the normal AC, and window controls...nice and clean.Sep 28, 2012
by Anonymous
Sep 26, 2012
It is such a pleasure to drive this car certainly if you are interested in high performance cars and I like the suspension on the car to be tight. It takes turns like a car with racing suspension. I bought a Chrysler and got the Mercedes engineering modeled from their SLK 320. It makes you silly and smile when you got on a curvy road and could really accelerate into the curves. The cons were few. This is not a Truck or SUV or a car for the snow in any way shape or form. If the roads aren't plowed and there are a few inches on the ground, you're not going anywhere. Not with low profile tires on your car. The car rides more like a race car and this isn't all that comfortable in cities with bad roads. It’s designed for the smooth roads. Another improvement would be an better defrost for the front window, and a better cup holder -it was terrible inadequate, popped up all the time and didn't hold drinks well One thing about this car is it has a very quiet engine. Sure it's small inside and like being in a cockpit instead of a car, but it was the best driving experience in a car I've ever have had. That is why I can say I love this car.Sep 26, 2012
by Anonymous
Sep 26, 2012
This car rocks and is build on Mercedes SLK 320 chassis.Solid car feels great on the open road. Great response. Very comfortable with the top up or down I love this car and it turns heads wherever I go. Couldn't have asked for a better car.I can't say enough about the car
Sep 26, 2012
by Anonymous
Jan 13, 2012
Just recently purchased a preowned 2005 Chrysler Crossfire Limited. So far I'm enjoying it. It's the first time I ever own a convertible. When I found out this was 90%+ Mercedez I liked it even more. This car should last me a long time. Maintaining it is always been a top priority for me. Jan 13, 2012
by Anonymous
Apr 21, 2011
Responsive and outstanding performance. Quality acceptable, but displeased with headlight alignment. Hoping to resolve soon. Appearance is everything, second to performance, I’m pleased. Cost reasonable, mileage 25m/g mixed locally/highway. Maintenance costly, well worth the money. My semi-retirement toy. Need I say more?Apr 21, 2011
by Natasha P
Mar 30, 2010
I LOVE this car!! It handles excellent and has plenty of power for me. Maintenance is quite high but if you don't put alot of km's on in a year it works out. Need a good high car Mechanic to work on it as the Chrysler dealerships don't seem to work on them enough to know what they are doing. It has been my dream car and I look forward to spring/summer/fall driving even though it can be driven it the winter, we park it.Mar 30, 2010
by Dave W
Mar 21, 2010
It sits and goes well, even though the ride can be a tad harsh,
Very little roll and hard to make let loose. Steering is not as
direct as I would like and entry into turns a bit savage.
As a daily ride for 140m/day, it has had no issues, gives
28mpg, and oil changes are 10,000 miles apartMar 21, 2010
by Curtis C
Sep 15, 2009
Peppy 6 speed manual, with big wheels, decent gas mileage, and a cool wing that goes up and down when you drive! It was also reasonably priced, and handles like a dream whether your doing 45 or 120. Assembled in Germany, and the drivetrain and suspension are mercedes products.Sep 15, 2009
by John C
Aug 07, 2009
Bad location of cup holder. Rear view mirror is limited. Sealed lens covering headlights are not tight they become fogged. Trunk is very small - especailly when top is down. Paint job is thin. The run flat tires are very expensive.Aug 07, 2009
by Mark L
Dec 23, 2008
The vehicle is almost four years old and I still have people come up to me and ask me what type of car it is and comment on how beautiful it looks. It's not the best performing car in the world but I have never felt like it was underpowered. The suspension is stiff which makes the ride a bit harsh but also allows you to turn hard without much body roll. I get an average of 23 mpg using the recommended premium fuel. Dec 23, 2008
by Steve S
Sep 04, 2008
I have not had any real problems. Sure there have
been a few "know issues" to deal with such as one
part of my seat heater had to be replaced, a seal on
the transmission drain plug replaced, etc. All were
easy and under warranty. Other than that in the
near two years I have only had to change the oil
three times.
No doubt this is a hell of a car for the money. You
get a Mercedes-Benz for a very low price.
I would highly recommend the car. One thing I
always harp on is to beware the tires. Be sure to get
a road hazard warranty as soon as possible. I have
replaced way too many.
Lots of performance. Fun to drive. Exclusivity. The
build quality is top notch - no rattles. Great gas
milage 19+ in town and 27 to 30 MPG on the
highway.Sep 04, 2008
by Kristopher W
Mar 06, 2008
Its a sweet car everything in it is pretty much mecedes benz with the chysler logo on it and thats why it is such a good performing carMar 06, 2008
by Anonymous
Mar 06, 2008
My first sports car. Great undercover Benz. Excellent performance given it's great fuel economy. Seats hug you and handling begs you to take to the limit. Interior is clean, but a little plasticky. Hope to never have to use tire inflation system. Some road noise & ride harshness for luxury sport.Mar 06, 2008
2005 Chrysler Crossfire Pricing
Original MSRP
N/APrice range
$9,397 to $10,117Average price on CG
$9,575YoY price change
$9,408 to $9,575Trims & specs
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