2022 Chrysler 300 S pros and cons (**rant warning**)

[@bpths]

Got one as a loaner from a dealership cause they had messed up big time and just grabbed one off the lot to appease us. We had the car for 30+ days, and drove the hell out of it. We LOVED that 300S when we had it, and everyone that knew us commented how nice it looked when they saw it. (Gunmetal grey with the black rims). We would definitely consider buying one. To each their own.

[@melvinmelvin8577]

I have the 21 and always get compliments about it and it’s the fastest car I ever owned so I love it!

[@jeffreyzabawski4862]

It's crazy to hear someone routinely calling it a Slow Car when everybody who has a Mopar with the 3.6 that's teamed up with the ZF 8 speed Torque Flight talk about how quick it feels for being so big and only a V6. I have a 21 300 Touring L thats rated at less than the S with only 292 HP and the Throttle Response is so amazing combined with its quick Shifts and Steering reactions makes the car nimble and quick.

[@driveandreview]

keep in mind that I drive a 5.0 Mustang, so my perception of how fast a car is (or not) is probably warped. :-) The 3.6L in the 300 is perfectly adequate for daily driving.

[@AtlSamuel]

Exactly bro i have a 2021 300s and it definitely isnt a slow car and I love it. Its always the v8 guys talkin down on v6 cars . Of course it isnt v8 but its a great quick car and i absolutely love it

[@scotthouchins1408]

Very true…5.7 if that is slow to someone buy a jet🙃👍🇺🇸🥃

[@ericbryant796]

@@driveandreview You drive a Ford mustang and you're complaining about hard cheap plastics??? That's rich...LOL!

[@mocha9072]

Bro they are slow. 🤣

[@843Reboot]

recently got one as a rental while my car is being repaired. its so nice and comfy and fast. really excited to drive it tomorrow for thanksgiving. love from nyc.

[@driveandreview]

It’s definitely a good rental car option. Hope you had fun with it!

[@843Reboot]

@@driveandreview still have it and im still having fun with it. went 120 past 3 state troopers and i didnt even get pulled over!

[@Mursedave]

The good news is that it will be a lot more reliable than a BMW.

[@Aj-vc9nn]

Whah? There is buttons to adjust temp AND settings…..humble advice, learn the car before you review it. 🤨

[@driveandreview]

It was a quick and dirty review of a spontaneous car rental. If you want a detailed review, I highly suggest checking out what Doug DeMuro had to say about it.

[@michaeldemarco9950]

@@driveandreview, oh, you know Doug. That explains it. He makes up his mind about what he’s going to say about a car, even before the review.

[@afghanstan4551]

I went on a Mopar binge, coming off of a Nissan binge. I had a '08 Charger, a '16 Charger, and a '13 300S. I liked the '13 300S so much that I traded it in for a '22 300S with the Hemi engine. It's fast as hell. I have had bouts of irresponsibility, and have smoked numerous cars. Audio, Nissan, Mercedes, etc. When you get proficient at paddle shifting, it pushes. I had a 2016 Nissan Maxima Platinum, it's narrow compared to the 300. It cost me 44k for a fully loaded, Velvet colored car. Had to drive to Atlanta to get it. It was worth it, as I saved 13k. The dealerships in Jacksonville,FL wanted 57k for the same car, but I could not find one fully loaded, and in the color I wanted in the state of FL. I've had it for 11 months. I have been having too much fun driving it, as I need tires at 10,768 miles. You can do a breakstand wIth no effort. Hence me needing new tires. It's addictive.

[@ErikSamuel1988]

I have this car. 127,000 beatufiul troublefree miles. Everything is stock 5.7l hemi engine. Only thing I have replaced was the brake pads and rotors and typical engine oil change. The best car I have ever owned. Beautiful, fun to drive and reliable!

[@kota7824]

I personally love my heated and cooled cup holders and my heated seats in the front and rear seats. I personally love my paddle shifters in sport mode. I have lots of fun in brappy brap mode.

[@michaeldemarco9950]

Yes there is temp control buttons! Look on either side of the fan speed knob. The red UP and blue DOWN arrows.

[@gabewl29]

I have a 2015 Chrysler 200s with the 3.6L and AWD. I love it! The 200 is much smaller than the 300 (200 is built on same chassis as the Dodge Dart), so when you put that 3.6L in it I must say its a very quick car.

[@driveandreview]

I haven't yet driven a 200, but I keep hearing good things about it. I'm looking forward to reviewing one!

[@alexanderfollowsChrist]

@@driveandreview it has a few electrical issues but overall it’s a really great car, perfect daily

[@highwayjay7797]

I had the same year 200c with the 3.6 and it was quick drove it a whole year straight put 15k miles no maintenence except for oil changes and tires.. good cars

[@ryshonmason8761]

If you want more performance I’d highly recommend for Chrysler get the 300s 5.7 V8 or the newly 6.4 V8 300C . I just recently left the V6 2019 Chrysler touring (292HP ) for the 300s 5.7L ( 363HP ) it’s awesome love the power just the natural aspirated Hemi sound !.

[@nxlly1787]

how’s the gas mileage?

[@ericbryant796]

This car has 2 big advantages over the Charger...which is the same vehicle other than style.. Lower insurance rates and lower cost. You can find 1yr old off lease or off rental for low 20's...where Chargers will be high 20's to low 30's.

[@sidd6830]

Wow what this is so true I just was scrolling through some videos just bought mine 2 days ago it was a rental for 21k it’s a 2021 with 61k miles Chrysler 300S v6 no accidents and it has one very minor door ding

[@sidd6830]

I just hope I made a good choice for a first car and have something reliable only reason I got it was it seemed super clean and it sounded like a deal like 21k 2021 full size boat and only 61k miles and it’s got a sport package with most options for the car except some higher end ones like lane assist I think idk if I have that or not

[@paliacho9]

Interested in hearing what reliable, sporty alternatives might be to this 300 S. Thank you!

[@Corvetjoe1]

It’s not a race car. It’s a luxury car.

[@new2pvp]

Sport mode makes a huge difference

[@Markus-pq6yc]

Plenty fast for a car of its size and heft. 300hp is more than 90% want or need. Some of your comments are just dead wrong haha

[@driveandreview]

Basically all I was trying to say is that I probably would've enjoyed it more if it had the HEMI 😂

[@kota7824]

I own one of these. You're just a skinny dude. Chrysler/Mopar are built the the big and tall. Which you don't look big.

[@gsprings43]

if i am not mistaken,,,thay car is built on a old mercedes platform,from when mercedes owned chrysler

[@driveandreview]

You are correct - which is probably why it felt so solid. Too bad they ruined it with the cheap plastics though.

[@gsprings43]

i would be dissapointed if this car cost the same as a mercedes the same size,,,but i assume it's nowhere near the mercedes pricewise,,,which explains the interior,,,i just like the size,and space,,,it's a good value i think

[@rontam06]

I just rented one of these while my car was in the shop I'll tell you what I had a 99' 300m back in 07 this is by far quicker bigger and meanier 😡! This guy's just a hater bro this shit has some giddy up 🐎! It's fast and powerful don't let this video cool you...

[@stevesmith6236]

I agree 100%. I own a 2023 Charger GT with the same 300 hp engine ( he stated the wrong engine output specs BTW), and it is NOT slow! Of course speed is relative. My Charger is A LOT quicker and faster than my wife's 2015 Rav4 Toyota with 173 hp . Any large sedan than can do a 14.7 in the 1/4 mile and top out at 131 mph ( computer limited!) is hardly slow.Test drive one and find out for yourself.

[@Rarejig]

Could it be a good family car (2 car seats)

[@billmagorian490]

It's a rental car. What do you expect. I have saw a nicely appointed Chrysler 300 S. I'm sure there is an upgraded interior package. The one I saw had a set of factory chrome rims that really set it off. My cursory look at the interior left me an impression of luxury. My question was why didn't Chrysler offer this upscale look in the C?

[@keithwheeler5467]

If you are a larger man , they are very comfortable , not putting knees 8n your throat , it’s not a sports car especially 8n v6 , it’s a daily driver in traffic , it’s very comfortable for that purpose , just saying

[@RoweBenefield-nd9qi]

It's a nice-looking car with decent speed It's not a race car it's more on the luxury side with slight racing details

[@johndornoff]

Great review as always Scott. I had the opportunity to drive a 2020 model when Hertz gave me one and I ended up driving it on a 5-hour trip from O'Hare to our home in Iowa. Did not have great expectations for it considering it is riding on an antiquated Mercedes chassis from the days before Mercedes dumped Chrysler. However, I will have to say it drove better than I thought it would (we did have some twisty roads to try) but still nothing to write home about. Also, the cheap plastic is so Chrysler, I remember the first time I checked out a Charger and it had cheap plastic that looked more at home in a cheap econobox, not an expensive premium full-sized car. Also did not like the lack of visibility in the review mirror, not as bad as some cars, but still not great.

[@driveandreview]

Thanks! A 5 hour road trip would be pretty nice in the the 300 I think. It's a great cruiser, and even though it wasn't my style, I kind of wish I was able to spend a little more time with it. I also wish I would have expected the interior plastics to be as bad they were. It was a bit of a shock (even though I should have known better lol).

[@jeffreyzabawski4862]

Chrysler broke it off with Mercedes. They weren't abiding by the original agreement as Daimler was getting nervous about the Viper and its competition that it would bring to their featured muscle car.

[@blackwelltray2146]

I’ve rode and driven so many other sedans and I have never thought the v6 Chrysler or charger was ever slow. I always thought it was a faster sedan💀

[@namvet6971]

I bought a 22 Black 300S and pretty much disagree with most of what you complained about. Of course for the last 30 years I've driven pickup trucks. It's my first full size sedan and it's got a Hemi to boot. Mines all Black with dark tinted windows. It looks totally Badass, kinda like a Mafia staff car.....🖤🖤🖤💥💥💥💥

[@lobsterwhisperer7932]

I really like your quirky glasses...they make you look less like a serial-killer.

[@aidenschvatkok5732]

Lmao be careful… he might come for you 😂

[@driveandreview]

Thanks. I think. lol

[@chrismurdock7703]

Not all "s" badges have a v6...just for your review. And those v6s are atually nice engine thats comes tuned down like most car. That said buying a 300 i had to get the hemi being this car was the first production car to ever have one in it. Still they brought that v6 up to the name and what it was named after its 300hp

[@peterbrennan1085]

I bought one today. All the bells and whistles. Drove it home 100+ miles. Flawless and quick. I also have a 300c platinum hemi and the new one (6 cyl) is no performance slouch

[@driveandreview]

Awesome! Hope you've been enjoying it.

[@jamesthurber4730]

5.7 is the only way to go.

[@martinA-tx9rj]

I got the 2015 300s hemi engine makes a difference specially on sport mode I love this car

[@driveandreview]

Yeah this thing would be badass with the Hemi!

[@4522-SC]

Scott, do you think a 2023 touring L with popular group is a good buy at 33k (US dollars) out the door? It's basically an S without a sunroof and "S" emblem on the seats, but it has various safety features. Besides a Chrysler, what other cars are comparable to the price that you like more? Thanks.

[@driveandreview]

Honestly, I'd I want a BMW 3 series for that price.

[@alanfisher2121]

My 2016 Cadillac XTS in the body shop for repairs, got this car as a rental loaner. Your review is very accurate... I'm enjoying the sportiness, and the solid, comfy ride- but yeah, this cheapo plastic interior makes me miss my swanky leather Caddy interior! Still I'm impressed with the 300 overall.

[@Mursedave]

It definitely needs the V8. I drove a rental dodge challenger with the pentastar 3.6L V6 and it felt severely underpowered. Very comfortable car though

[@olivertweist]

You forgot when you hit the throttle you double tap for the extra torque while in sport mode also make sure that your TC was off When using the paddle shifters from a stop first gear to second is 6500 rpm torque in the variable valve transmission doesn't actually kick in until about 33 to 3600 RPM I live up in Canada just south of the Edmonton area Calgary there The all-wheel drive is the perfect version alternative to an ok winter car simple the fact that it's all wheel drive but I personally wouldn't buy it can't fit my snowboard without having to put one of the back seats down

[@suny45673323]

Watching this video from New Zealand as I'm considering a 2016 300 S. Can't decide it if it's really worth it or not

[@Bad_boy002]

Its worth it💯you are missing out

[@marcosnuno1336]

I just got that exact year and I’m getting a lot of compliments

[@cw4623]

It's better than the competitors. I've been testing cars for the past 5 yrs and this is one of the best sedans. This and the Altima. They spank cars like the Camry and Accord.

[@kinggill3982]

2016 Sport. Like it. Interior is not that greatly designed. Other than that. Good car

[@RoweBenefield-nd9qi]

Also it gets great gas mileage. Like 200 on a quarter tank of gas to be exact

[@keithwheeler5467]

It has abl8nd spot monitor , use it , takes a while to get used to and trust it , but it works

[@elenadowney9399]

Hi Scott, thanks for your review! Despite all the cons, do you think this car is worth buying? Just so in love with its exterior and I'm just looking for a car for commuting to work everyday (not so far distance)

[@driveandreview]

Yeah, I think it would be a really nice daily driver. It's comfy, decently quick, and I like how solid it felt. Go for it!

[@elenadowney9399]

@@driveandreview Thanks Scott for your advice :D I now have more confidence to make a purchase. Nice day!

[@jeremymoore145]

I’m currently renting this car and it is decent. It’s a great full size vehicle for casual driving.

[@trevelomarion4461]

Shit will dust whatever u own😂

[@jeremymoore145]

@@trevelomarion4461 absolutely not! lol

[@cleantoronto3658]

rented same model /year last weekend. terrible backup camera. low resolution. halogen interior lighting, not LED. can tell Chrysler gave up investing in it. good sound system had subwoofer in trunk. heated/cooled seats were nice. loved the panoramic sunroof too. shame they're killing it off

[@lucdebeuf8444]

Europe; Lancia thema executive, no plastics (all poltrona frau leather) diesel (Tuned) 630 nwt/m torque, 285 bhp...fast, reliable, consumes7ltr/100km and on Bilstein B6 shocks / 20 inch rims and European suspension mods, drives on rails at any speed..great car ( had 2 300 c's before ) all flaws from earlier models are gone 👌

[@keithwheeler5467]

Their are buttons to set heating , actually passenger settings as well , get it right my msn

[@kennethmcleod6016]

He's a Chrysler hatter these cars are bloody good cars I have one got plenty of power the smell he was going on about is the exhaust cats they smell mine does it something I had to enquire about dealer said don't worry about it the seats are the best I've ever had in a car love them I don't have the paddle shifters so I can't comment on them the power I think they are very good fuel economy is good on a trip mine did 8ltrs per 100ks on a trip.

[@afigueroa1969]

I have a 300c and really like it but call it a big car no it is a little bigger than the average new sedan but it's incredible how people forgot what a large sedan was and I tell you I rather drive one of those true large sedans no matter how slow they were over any new car today

[@michaeljones225]

want one for my Retirement

[@godzilla6740]

How quiet is the car? What was the burning smell?

[@teamarsenio332]

Car engines give off a burning smell when you accelerate hard(when they heat up).

[@glock18supercharger]

Insade same to charger Just Little change Clock on the dash and logo Chrysler on steering wheel

[@keithwheeler5467]

300 hp is not slow m it’s not fast but it t7ns highway speeds easily , just say8ng c, get it right , at 50k it’s not trying to v9mpete with a BMW at 75 k and up

[@houdininng5890]

What’s your weight & height if u don’t mind me asking ?

[@marksanzone4948]

Right. He's a very slim guy...

[@driveandreview]

5'-10" 145lbs. A scrawny little ***** essentially. 😂

[@JF-ns5zs]

Which GoPro mounts do you use? They look really sturdy

[@driveandreview]

They're the standard GoPro mounts. I've been using the same ones since 2015, so yeah - they're great!

[@danjoe22]

what kind of car do you drive?

[@driveandreview]

A Honda Fit (which I do realize doesn't give me any right to say negative things about a car as nice as the Chrysler 300). 😂

[@robc8468]

Is that the Honda that looks half finished like it never got fully painted at the factory?

[@khomienedavis8492]

Chrysler 300s most the time owners do a engine swap because it’s can fit 392 and hellcat engines

[@codeiene]

Good thing he's just test driving this car..... it's waaaaaay too much car for this boy😂

[@toyota420xp]

Ya but bmw will be less reliable

[@pstephane4047]

ta active la transmission mais ta oublie moteur ont voie pas le drapeau a damier et la conduite aussi en mode sport

[@SloppyJOLopys]

grow a little more and you'll be able to see out the windows lol. The burning smell was probably the brakes. Fresh pads

[@willyhwang1059]

htat airport looks like one sad place.

[@antdjones05]

Review summary: He hates the car. 😂 This is the most anal car review I’ve ever viewed. This man better have Jay Leno level car collection

[@driveandreview]

It wasn't *that* bad lol

[@Jiiimmie]

That can't be Km/h on the dash, shit would be suuuuper slow if so, even my old golf mk2 with 50 old horses would outrun that car if its Km/H :P

[@tylermcclintock1446]

Did you even look for Climate buttons before spilling out nonsense? 0-60 is in 6.2 seconds that is class leading for a v6 in full size sedans.

[@melvinmelvin8577]

Maximum is worse

[@coolj9088]

I have a 2014 AWD V6 ❤it

[@buck5477]

You nvr put it in sports mode 😂😂😂🤦‍♂️

[@gcash2074]

The Problem is. It doesn't have a V8

[@driveandreview]

Agreed! I'd love to have a go at the HEMI version.

[@cpgreene]

Terrible review..it's not what u like!!your opinion doesn't matter😂

[@driveandreview]

From now on nobody gets to voice their opinion. Got it! (I do agree that the video kind of sucked though. I can only improve from here lol).

[@cpgreene]

@@driveandreview everyone are entitled to their opinion on an open forum!!!!

[@MarioLT4]

Pro rear wheel drive V8

[@MajorrBison]

A big boy car.

[@YamahR6]

This review was pretty "thick"

[@driveandreview]

I'll take that as a compliment even though I don't think hyou meant it that way. 😂

[@44altecz]

that interior is old and dated for a 2022 its looks 8 years old

[@reallymentalpig1173]

So is the Toyotas

[@RandomVids519]

No hemi what a pos😂

[@imranabbasi7871]

👍

[@iralawrence9311]

The aeats is my only complaint in mine. Stiff. But hey i know its a year but hope you had the heated steering wheel. Love that part in mine

[@pappavoodoo4166]

Barely a minute in and he's complaining wow dude 😂

[@driveandreview]

It's too much fun being a critic lol