2005 Chrysler Crossfire Reviews, Pricing & Specs





















































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































Overview
The Chrysler Crossfire entered its second year of production in 2005, with an expended model lineup. Two trim levels, Base and Limited,...
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.
What owners say
"Overall, owners of the 2005 Chrysler Crossfire love its unique styling, solid build quality, and performance, especially with its Mercedes-Benz components. Many reviewers appreciate the smooth ride and handling, noting that it feels like a luxury sports car at an affordable price. However, some drivers mention drawbacks like a lack of power for a sports car, a cramped interior, and some quirky design choices, like poorly placed cup holders. Reliability is often highlighted as a plus, but owners are cautious about maintenance costs due to the car's Mercedes parts."
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.
April 22, 2013This 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
September 26, 2012My 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.
March 6, 2008What owners say
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.
April 22, 2013This 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
September 26, 2012My 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.
March 6, 2008This 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.
September 29, 2021The 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 lol
January 17, 2021This 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, 2014There 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.
August 9, 2013It 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.
October 4, 2012Peppy 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.
September 15, 2009Absolute 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.
February 2, 2022Trims & specs
Base MSRP $35,110 | Seating 2 |
Engine 3.2L 215 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 6.5 cu ft |
Combined MPG 19 | Drivetrain RWD |
Base MSRP $39,220 | Seating 2 |
Engine 3.2L 215 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 6.5 cu ft |
Combined MPG 19 | Drivetrain RWD |
Base MSRP $30,070 | Seating 2 |
Engine 3.2L 215 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 7.6 cu ft |
Combined MPG 19 | Drivetrain RWD |
Base MSRP $34,920 | Seating 2 |
Engine 3.2L 215 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 7.6 cu ft |
Combined MPG 19 | Drivetrain RWD |
Pricing trends
MSRP range
$30,070 - $39,220
Current avg. market price
$9,450
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