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.