The 2012 Chrysler 300 gets an eight speed transmission.
Chrysler will bring to market the first eight-speed automatic transmission in a domestically produced automobile on the Chrysler 300 for 2012. This new transmission, licensed through ZF, will be paired exclusively with the automaker’s award-wining 3.6-liter V6 Pentastar engine.
The lower gear spread of new transmission ensures low engine operation for better fuel economy. The result is a four mile-per-gallon increase that pushes highway fuel economy to an EPA-rated 31 mpg for the 2012 Chrysler 300 and 2012 Dodge Charger — up from 27 mpg highway over last year’s model.
For those living in inclement weather climates or wanting the proven traction of four wheels, all-wheel-drive variants of the transmission will be available on both models for 2012. Chrysler’s AWD system is engaged automatically when extra traction is needed. This helps to maximize fuel economy while delivering greater peace of mind.
With more gear ratios in the transmission, drivers will notice fewer gaps between upshifting and downshifting. Additionally, the new eight-speed transmission will deliver better acceleration and smoother shits. Acceleration times for the Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 for 0-to-60 mph are 7.2 seconds.
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