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2018 Chrysler 300

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2018 models.

Chrysler 300
Pictured: 2016 Chrysler 300 Limited AWD front 4.22.19. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Large Cars
Body styles
4dr Sedan Hemi RWD, 4dr Sedan V6 AWD, 4dr Sedan V6 RWD
Engines
3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl
Horsepower
292 hp
Transmission
8-speed automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Seats
5
Fuel
Regular Gasoline, FFV, Midgrade Gasoline
MPG (best)
23 combined · 19 city / 30 hwy
Length
198.8 in
Curb weight
3,962–4,513 lb
NHTSA rating
★★★★★
Recalls
4 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • AWD / 4WD available

Watch out for

No weak spots against similar models in the data.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 16 similar 2018 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2018 Chrysler 300 is a large car offered with 2 engines (3.6L 6-cyl and 5.7L 8-cyl) and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.

It measures about 199 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 120-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,270 lb (4dr Sedan Hemi RWD).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 23 MPG combined (19 city / 30 highway), 0% better than the 2018 large car average of 23.1 MPG, for an estimated $2,900 a year in fuel.

In NHTSA crash testing it earned a 4-star overall rating.

It has 4 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 153 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.

What changed for 2018

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2017 300 — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2017; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2017 300 →

Trims, performance & features

Engine292 hp3.6L 6-cyl
Transmission8-speed automatic
DriveRWD · AWD/4WD
Seating5 seats

Trims

300 Touring (US & Can), 300 Limited (BUX)300S300 Limited (US, Can), 300C (Mex)300 Limited

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingOptional
Forward collision warningOptional
Blind-spot monitoringOptional
Lane departure warningOptional
Lane keeping assistOptional
Adaptive cruise controlOptional
Parking assistOptional
Backup cameraStandard
Automatic high beamsOptional
Adaptive driving beamOptional
Keyless startStandard

Built in: Brampton, Ontario

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2018 300 configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
4dr Sedan Hemi RWD198.8 in75.2 in58.7 in120.1 in64.2 / 63.8 in4,270 lb54/46
4dr Sedan V6 AWD198.8 in75.2 in58.7 in120.1 in64.2 / 63.8 in4,513 lb54/46
4dr Sedan V6 RWD198.8 in75.2 in58.7 in120.1 in64.2 / 63.8 in3,962 lb52/48

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
3003.6L 6-cylAutomatic 8-spdRear-Wheel Drive19 / 30 / 230%$2,900389
300 FFV3.6L 6-cylAutomatic 8-spdRear-Wheel Drive19 / 30 / 230%$2,900389
300 AWD3.6L 6-cylAutomatic 8-spdAll-Wheel Drive18 / 27 / 21-9%$3,200415
300 AWD FFV3.6L 6-cylAutomatic 8-spdAll-Wheel Drive18 / 27 / 21-9%$3,200415
3005.7L 8-cylAutomatic 8-spdRear-Wheel Drive16 / 25 / 19-18%$4,000466
5/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
5/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $2,500Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
23.1 MPG2018 Large Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2018 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

VersionOverallFrontalDriver / passengerSideSide poleRolloverRollover risk
2018 Chrysler 300 4 DR AWD★★★★★★★★★★4★ / 4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★11.3%
2018 Chrysler 300 4 DR RWD★★★★★★★★★★4★ / 4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★11.3%
StandardElectronic stability control
OptionalForward collision warning
Not availableLane departure warning
Frontal crash test — 2018 Chrysler 300 4 DR AWD
Frontal crash test — 2018 Chrysler 300 4 DR AWD. Photo: NHTSA.
Side crash test — 2018 Chrysler 300 4 DR AWD
Side crash test — 2018 Chrysler 300 4 DR AWD. Photo: NHTSA.

Similar 2018 large cars

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2018 Chrysler 300 (this car)23 MPG★★★★★4
2018 Chevrolet Impala25 MPG★★★★★1
2018 Toyota Camry52 MPG★★★★★8
2018 Dodge Charger23 MPG★★★★★6
2018 Dodge Challenger23 MPG★★★★★3
2018 Volkswagen Passat29 MPG★★★★★4
2018 Buick Regal26 MPGNot rated3

Recalls (4)

Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain › Inflator · Mar 14, 2024

NHTSA campaign 24V198000 · 284,982 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.
Risk
An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury or death.
Fix
Dealers will replace both side curtain air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 20, 2025. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 19B.
Electrical System › Wiring › Front Underhood · Aug 9, 2018

NHTSA campaign 18V524000 · 12,779 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.
Risk
A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.
Electrical System › Software · May 17, 2018

NHTSA campaign 18V332000 · 4,815,661 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
Risk
If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.
Power Train › Automatic Transmission · May 1, 2018

NHTSA campaign 18V280000 · 71 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Charger, Durango and Challenger, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, Chrysler 300, and RAM 1500 vehicles. An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in the transmission.
Risk
If the incorrect park lock rod is installed, the transmission may not shift into 'PARK' and keep the vehicle from moving, increasing the risk of unintended vehicle movement and the risk of a crash.
Fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct park lock rod, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U43.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2018 Chrysler 300 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

153Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
6Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
7Injuries reported
21,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Electrical System68
Unknown Or Other53
Power Train17
Air Bags14
Exterior Lighting9
Engine5
Visibility/Wiper5
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera4
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
23/08: 223/09: 323/10: 323/11: 723/12: 224/01: 124/02: 224/03: 324/04: 124/05: 124/07: 124/08: 224/10: 324/11: 325/01: 225/02: 225/03: 325/05: 325/06: 125/09: 126/02: 126/04: 126/05: 126/08: 123/0823/1124/0224/0524/1025/0225/0626/04max 7

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2018 Chrysler 300 buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 4 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Electrical System — 68 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  3. Power Train — 17 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
  4. Air Bags — 14 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 21,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2018 Chrysler 300. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other 300 years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2023 30023198.8 in★★★★★16
2022 30023198.8 in★★★★★25
2021 30023198.8 in★★★★★220
2020 30023198.8 in★★★★★210
2019 30023198.8 in★★★★★261
2017 30023198.8 in★★★★★286
2016 30023198.8 inNot rated283
2015 30023198.8 inNot rated4111
2014 30023198.8 inNot rated7233
2013 30023198.8 inNot rated6290
2012 30023198.8 inNot rated9391
2011 30021198.8 inNot rated7151

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Chrysler. How we calculate this →