DecodedCars2006 Chrysler 300 SRT8
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2006 models.
- Class
- Large Cars
- Engines
- 6.1L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 15 combined · 13 city / 18 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 61 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 15 MPG combined, 16% below the 2006 large car average of 17.9 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 13 similar 2006 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2006 Chrysler 300 SRT8 is a large car offered with a 6.1L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 15 MPG combined (13 city / 18 highway), 16% worse than the 2006 large car average of 17.9 MPG, for an estimated $5,500 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2006
- Engines dropped: 2.7L 6-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl and 5.7L 8-cyl
- Best combined MPG down from 21 to 15
Compared with 2005; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2005 300 SRT8 →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300C/SRT-8 | 6.1L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 / 18 / 15 | -16% | $5,500 | 592 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2006 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2006 Chrysler 300 SRT8 under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2006 large cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Chrysler 300 SRT8 (this car) | 15 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 22 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2006 Dodge Charger | 21 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 21 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2006 Ford Taurus | 20 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Hyundai Sonata | 25 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2006 Toyota Avalon | 23 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Chrysler 300 SRT8.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2006 Chrysler 300 SRT8 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2006 Chrysler 300 SRT8 in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2006 Chrysler 300 SRT8 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2006 Chrysler 300 SRT8. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other 300 SRT8 years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 300 SRT8 | 17 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 300 SRT8 | 17 | 200.4 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 300 SRT8 | 17 | 200.4 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 300 SRT8 | 21 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 300 SRT8 | 21 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 300 SRT8 | 21 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 300 SRT8 | 21 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 300 SRT8 | 21 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Chrysler. How we calculate this →