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2008 Chrysler Crossfire Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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In what looks to be the final year for this poor selling sports coupe, the 2008 Chrysler Crossfire receives minimal changes. The most notable of these is a now standard tire monitor on both the Coupe and the Roadster.
Both styles come in one trim -- the Limited. Full power features, power front seats, heated seats, leather upholstery, a CD player, and keyless ignition are all standard. The soft-top Roadster adds a heated power window and an optional hard top. The only engine choice is a 3.2-liter, 215-hp V6 that gets 229 ft-lbs of torque. It is matched to a standard 6-speed manual or a 5-speed automatic, which increases the 15/23 mpg to 19/28.
Built on the old Mercedes Benz SLK platform, the rear-wheel drive 2008 Crossfire shows its age, and critics say there is nothing distinguishing about its exterior or interior styling when compared to comparably priced coupes. The sporty profile is maintained by the dual exhaust tips, wide rear fenders, side air louvers, and the 18-inch front and 19-inch rear wheels. A retractable rear spoiler switches into gear when the coupe tops 50 mph. Safety features are top-notch and include ABS brakes, traction and stability control, and dual front-side and knee airbags. Faux alloy accents on the interior lend some minimal flair, and the dash flows into a center console that divides the two seats into their own cockpit-like settings. The trunk holds 8 cubic feet in the coupe and 6.5 in the convertible, with less than 4 cubic feet when the roof is down.
Precise handling, responsive steering, and tight cornering stand out for owners of the 2008 Crossfire, but there are some issues with the rough suspension and poor visibility.
Published Aug 8, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 2008 Chrysler Crossfire
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by Melanie I
Dec 26, 2023
This car is a secret gem for sure...so shhhhhhhhhhhh!!
FUN...FUN...FUN....
BUT dont let CHRYSLER work on it !! Buy parts from them if you have to
but ONLY have an experienced European MECHANIC work on it !!!!
Seriously.Dec 26, 2023
by Steve B
Jun 02, 2022
The car is on its way to being exceptionally rare. The Crossfire is actually the Mercedes SLK. Manufactured in Hamburg Germany and is a highly tuned convertible sports car.Jun 02, 2022
by Anonymous
Jun 12, 2021
Had to replace valve cover gaskets, 400.00 and it has power steering fluid leak Jun 12, 2021
User rating:
by Melanie I
Dec 26, 2023
This car is a secret gem for sure...so shhhhhhhhhhhh!!
FUN...FUN...FUN....
BUT dont let CHRYSLER work on it !! Buy parts from them if you have to
but ONLY have an experienced European MECHANIC work on it !!!!
Seriously.Dec 26, 2023
by Steve B
Jun 02, 2022
The car is on its way to being exceptionally rare. The Crossfire is actually the Mercedes SLK. Manufactured in Hamburg Germany and is a highly tuned convertible sports car.Jun 02, 2022
by Anonymous
Jun 12, 2021
Had to replace valve cover gaskets, 400.00 and it has power steering fluid leak Jun 12, 2021
by Anonymous
Dec 24, 2020
I had one and it was reliable every single day. I wish I could buy another one!Dec 24, 2020
by Bruce V
Dec 20, 2020
Vehicle is pristine. Compare to new. Previous owner kept vehicle well serviced and garaged Dec 20, 2020
by MDouglas S
Dec 08, 2020
This vehicle appears to be in tip-top shape for a 2008. It is a one owner vehicle. My only throwback was the seller wanted cash upfront. If you have the money to purchase this vehicle, do it.Dec 08, 2020
by Misty B
Sep 13, 2020
The car is sharp and sporty. I think the price is fair. The only thing it is missing is me owning it and cruising care free down the road. Sep 13, 2020
by Don M
Apr 02, 2010
Fun summer car, I like the Porsche BoxsterS and the Nissan 370Z but I got a good deal on this car and I liked the styling. If you are taller than 6 foot you might find it to tight in the drivers or passenger seats....rather surprizing for basically a German built Mercedes product badged as a Chrysler. I would have prefered the SRT and a manual transmission but it was the last brand new Crossfire available in Canada.Apr 02, 2010
by Anonymous
Oct 01, 2009
This is my fun car! It gets really good gas mileage and it's a pleasure to dirve. I got an excellent deal on it. $18,000 off MRSP. It's comfortable, classy, and I get alot of comments on how it looks. It's the cheapest SLK320 roadster you can buy brand new. Oct 01, 2009
by Mark S
Sep 09, 2009
Got a great deal from a local dealer who, sadly, was going out of business. Looks and sounds great. Insurance is expensive, gas is too (takes premium). Holds more in the trunk than it appears to, but only has one cupholder inside.Sep 09, 2009
by Elizabeth G
Aug 07, 2009
you have to disable traction control to drift... and it drives smooth... bad thing is mine isnt standard... and i wish it was srt6 :( uhmmm dont like stock colors too much or the 18 front wheels and 19 rear wheels.. they also dont make too many things for it. but overall its a wonderful carAug 07, 2009
by Jackie S
May 15, 2009
It is the most stunning car I have ever seen, it corners like it is on rails, and accelerates wonderfully. It is reasonably affordable. However tricky to get repaired. It is a blast to drive! The most fun I have had in agesMay 15, 2009
by Petr N
Jan 13, 2009
The best car. Highly underrated and underpriced.
Supposted to be classic. Coupe rocks. Appearance is really amazing. Beauttfull design. Mercedes Benz engine and handling. And great german crossfire commmunity.
all the porches and another cars are maybe more expensive, but crossfire is a car where you get attentoion wherever you are driving it, everybody is gonna ask you what a car make it is?
PetrJan 13, 2009
by Anonymous
Jun 17, 2008
One of a kindJun 17, 2008
by Andrew James M
Jun 15, 2008
really fun to drive goes fast XDJun 15, 2008
by Bryan B
Apr 04, 2008
It a fun car to drive! Handles awesome, pretty quick, looks awesome.Apr 04, 2008
by Jay M
Mar 26, 2008
The crossfires have speed in them but the thing i hated when i drove it was when u put it in2 reverse.. looking back in2 that rear window killed my neck.. i mean for about $80 000 they could make it less neck strainingMar 26, 2008
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2008 Chrysler Crossfire Pricing
Original MSRP
$34,735 to $39,130Price range
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N/ATrims & specs
Air Conditioning
Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · Single disc in-Dash CD · Premium Brand: Infinity · AM/FM radio · 2 subwoofers · Total Number of Speakers: 8 · 240 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.8 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.9 · Rear brake width: .35 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: telescopic · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.27 · Limited slip differential: rear
Exterior Features
Paint: pearl · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Daytime running lights: fleet · Headlights: auto delay off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 4
Seatbelts
Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: two-tone
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Speed Rating: Z · Type: all season
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Single disc in-Dash CD · Premium Brand: Infinity · AM/FM radio · 2 subwoofers · Total Number of Speakers: 8 · 240 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.8 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.9 · Rear brake width: .35 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: telescopic · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.27 · Limited slip differential: rear
Exterior Features
Paint: pearl
Headrests
Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Daytime running lights: fleet · Headlights: auto delay off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated driver mirror
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 4
Roof
Convertible rear window: glass · Convertible roof: power
Seatbelts
Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Tires
Speed Rating: Z · Type: all season
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent