Chrysler Announces Pricing for 2004 Crossfire

* To Arrive in Chrysler Dealerships By This Summer * Sports Coupe of the Future Combines Stunning American Design with Proven German Engineering * Combined with Introduction of Chrysler Pacifica, Crossfire Builds New Momentum for Brand

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 14 -- America's classic Route 66 will merge with Germany's legendary Autobahn this summer when the all-new 2004 Chrysler Crossfire begins to arrive in showrooms. The Chrysler Group announced pricing today for its all-new head-turning sports coupe.

Chrysler will offer Crossfire with two transmission options, a standard six-speed manual or optional five-speed automatic with AutoStick(R). The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the six-speed manual version is $34,495. The MSRP for the five-speed automatic with AutoStick is $35,570. Both prices include an $875 destination charge.

With the exception of transmission and tire options, Chrysler Crossfire comes fully-equipped with standard premium amenities including heated leather seats, power windows, speed control, dual-zone temperature control, customized Crossfire luggage, four-wheel anti-lock brakes with brake assist, Electronic Stability Program (ESP), all-speed traction control, tire pressure monitoring system, and Chrysler's 7/70 powertrain warranty.

"With stunning American design and proven German engineering, Chrysler Crossfire is the ultimate expression of the Chrysler brand," said Tom Marinelli, Vice President, Chrysler Marketing, DaimlerChrysler. "Crossfire effectively establishes Chrysler as a premium brand, a brand that offers vehicles that are both aspirational and attainable. Without question, Crossfire will attract entirely new customers into our dealerships, including import-intenders."

The 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is a low-slung, two-seat sports coupe with a sculptured appearance. Under its hood is a 3.2-liter 90-degree V-6, 18-valve SOHC engine. Crossfire was developed in just 24 months after a concept version was revealed at the 2001 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. A production version was unveiled one year later at the 2002 Greater Los Angeles Auto Show.

With the introduction of the 2004 Chrysler Pacifica and Crossfire, the Chrysler brand continues to build momentum. Chrysler brand sales have nearly quadrupled to 481,000 units in 2002 from 130,542 units in 1991.

  Following are features in the all-new 2004 Chrysler Crossfire:

  Performance Features
  *  3.2-liter, 18-valve, SOHC V-6 engine
  *  215 horsepower, 229 lb.-ft. torque

* Six-speed manual transmission or optional five-speed electronically- controlled adaptive automatic transmission with AutoStick

* Rear-wheel drive

* Independent double wishbone front suspension with coil springs and gas- charged shock absorbers

* Independent five-link rear suspension with coil springs and gas-charged shock absorbers

* Speed-sensitive deployable rear spoiler at approximately 60 miles per hour

  *  Dual center-mounted exhaust outlets
  *  Seven-spoke aluminum wheels

* Ultra-high performance next-generation Michelin Sport Z-rated tires and wheels: P225/40ZR18 front and P255/35ZR19 rear

* Optional high-performance all-season Continental tires and wheels: P225/40ZR18 front and P255/35ZR19 rear, the industry's first Z-rated all- season performance tire

  Premium Amenities
  *  Power eight-way heated leather driver seat
  *  Power four-way heated leather passenger seat
  *  Telescoping steering column with leather-wrapped steering wheel
  *  Power windows with one-touch down driver and passenger controls
  *  Speed control

* Infinity(R) Modulus audio system with AM/FM/CD radio and 240-watt digital amplifier (six speakers including dual subwoofers)

* Customized Chrysler Crossfire touring gear: three specially designed luggage carriers that feature design cues from Crossfire

  *  Dual-zone climate control with residual heating and air filtration
  *  Remote keyless entry with central locking (including fuel filler door)
  *  Illuminated entry system
  *  Universal garage door opener
  *  Rear window defroster
  *  Rear window antenna

  Safety and Security Features
  *  Peace of mind security backed by 7/70 powertrain warranty

* Four-wheel anti-lock brakes with front power 300 x 28 mm ventilated disc brakes and rear power 278 x 9 mm solid disc brakes

* Electronic Stability Program (ESP) which integrates single brake application and throttle intervention for yaw control, ignition and throttle intervention for wheel spin control

* All-speed traction control senses drive-wheel slip and individually brakes the slipping wheel and/or reduces excess engine power until control is regained

  *  Next-generation driver and passenger front air bags
  *  Door-mounted thorax side air bags

* Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH) child restraint system (with front passenger-side air bag deactivation switch)

  *  Tire pressure monitoring system
  *  Sentry Key(R) vehicle immobilizer
  *  Security alarm system (including tow-away protection)
  *  Quad halogen projector headlamps