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Chrysler has introduced new versions of its 300 and Dodge Charger sedans for 2011 but there won’t be any high-performance SRT8 models to go along with them, according to latest reports. This means that in 2011 there will be just one of Chrysler’s Street and Racing Technology prepped vehicles, the 2011 Dodge Challenger SRT8 392.

Speaking with Inside Line, Chrysler spokesman Jiyan Cadiz explained that the automaker was shrinking its performance lineup to focus on more mainstream models, or the “meat of the market”.

"Based on our launch cadence, we wanted to attack the meat of the market," Cadiz said. "(The SRT8 models) traditionally have been the most expensive (in the lineup)."

Reflecting this strategy was yesterday’s pricing announcement for the new 2011 Chrysler 300, which comes onto market with a lower starting price than the 2010 model and just four trim levels: the Chrysler 300, 300 Limited, 300C and 300C AWD.

Fans of the SRT division shouldn’t be too saddened, however. Last year prototypes for a Dodge Charger SRT8 and a Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 were spotted, suggesting that new performance models are in the works but not due until sometime next year or beyond.

[Inside Line]



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  1. fb_630621307 avatar Michael Descul Posted: 1/7/2011 11:29am PST

    Of course, not for the 2011 Model-year, but, like Mercedes-Benz with AMG, Cadillac with the V range or BMW with the M versions, it could even come-about for 2012 for the 300 and Charger. If a Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT-8 could come up, so can these.
     
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  2. By rickmyers Posted: 1/8/2011 7:21am PST

    There isn't any need for a 300 SRT8. The car appears to have gone upscale and that doesn't befit its' new premium status. Charger and Jeep are better suited for this performance overhaul. If the predicted price of gas is upward to $5.00 a gallon, then nobody will be selling high performance cars in any significant numbers. The development costs, though shared with other models would seem to me not to be feasible. I am hoping the bring out the rear-drive 200c and SRT6 that beauty. Supercharge the mighty Pentastar V-6, slip it into that beautiful body and voila, A WINNER!
     
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  3. By Bill Burke Posted: 1/8/2011 9:35am PST

    One must remember where the SRT concept came from, Daimler. The performance culture is different on this side of the Atlantic and this is just one example of why this partnership failed.
    I agree that Chrysler must go upscale and offer upscale packages( badged luxury groups)that enhance the Chrysler brand as Americans interpret Chrysler. I believe that we should see a revival of a unique Imperial as a Mercedes/Lexus competitor, the Crossfire as a luxury halo sports car, and never go below the 200 in the market. This is why I personally oppose the introduction of compact Lancia models to the Chrysler line-up that would work better as Dodges.
    I'm sure we will see a Charger SRT in Daytona and Super Bee models in 2012 since it "works" with Dodges performance image. Dodge has hit a sweet spot with the Charger and it will be cultivated for sure.
     
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  4. By Sally Jones Posted: 1/9/2011 3:03pm PST

    You know, you can't be going around swinging beads from your side. People are going to notice.
    You gotta do from behind closed doors. Like Chrysler is doing with their brand. Before you know it, they'll be busting through the door yelling, "Real George!" and "Cool Man!" and acting like a real Bee Bobber. Damn skippity.
     
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  5. By Bryianna Posted: 1/31/2011 1:07pm PST

    I currently have an 05 300C & it has proven to be a remarkably good car. Superb seating, huge cabin space, tight, quiet, utterly reliable & very good handling despite the dull M-B power steering. Even the cruising economy is acceptable, particularly considering the huge & effortless power from the V8. The new 300 is a considerable improvement on an already very good car. Definately on my shopping list.
     
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