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The newest addition to the Chrysler stable features a hand-built 3.2-litre
supercharged V6 engine, boasting 246 kW of power and 420 Nm of torque and
acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in an impressive five seconds.
The SRT-6 combines performance-tuned ride and handling characteristics,
world-class braking, performance-themed exterior design elements and interior
appointments.
The Australian market launch of the Crossfire SRT-6 is scheduled for the
middle of 2005.
“It’s very exciting that we’ve secured the Crossfire SRT-6 for Australia,”
said Gerry Jenkins, managing director, Chrysler Jeep Australia.
“This high performance car provides driving enthusiasts outstanding, balanced
performance in an absolutely stunning package.
“While it’s too early to talk about price, it’s fair to say that the
Crossfire SRT-6 will standalone in value for an out an out performance car,”
stated Jenkins.
The Crossfire SRT-6 Coupe and Roadster are the first SRT vehicles for the
Chrysler brand and the first SRT vehicles to be introduced outside of North
America.
Standing for Street and Racing Technology, SRT is Chrysler’s performance arm,
combining the Chrysler Group’s extensive motor sport engineering expertise, its
renowned Dodge Viper development team, and its Mopar performance parts
engineers.
The SRT-6 has been on sale in America since July 2004 with the car enjoying
solid sales, winning over performance enthusiasts drawn to its unique looks and
exceptional performance.
The Crossfire SRT-6 adds to Chrysler’s growing stable of cars in Australia,
which now includes the retro PT Cruiser – recently given a more powerful
2.4-litre engine, the dynamic Crossfire Roadster and Coupe and the ultimate
people moving Grand Voyager with Stow ‘n Go.
The striking HEMI powered Chrysler 300C, named North American car of the
year, will also join the family late this year.
The Crossfire Coupe was launched in Australia in early 2004 with the
Crossfire Roadster joining it later that year in August. Sales of the niche
model totalled 236 for the year.
The Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6 will be built in Osnabrück, Germany.
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