Chrysler 200, 300 Diesel Under Consideration

The Chrysler 300 is already equipped with a diesel for world markets, and there's a possibility we may see an oil-burning 300 on our shores as well. Speaking to Ward's Auto, Chrysler brand CEO Saad Chebab noted that it all came down to cost. "I think that we are in talks about the diesels because the Thema has a diesel in Europe anyway…it's a matter of how much the customer is willing to pay for that premium. That's the only issue with it." Chrysler is rolling out diesel engines on the Ram 1500 and Jeep Grand Cherokee, with a 3.0L twin-turbo V6 made by VM Motori. But the diesel and the 8-speed automatic carry a $7500 premium on the Grand Cherokee, a hefty sum, especially in the already declining full-size market. Chebab also hinted that the Chrysler 200 may get a diesel option during its next generation, stating that "we have that opportunity to do it at any time." from The Truth About Cars http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com

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