2009 Chrysler 300: What's New, Specs & Features

Last updated August 4, 2026

The biggest change for the 2009 Chrysler 300 is the 300C’s updated 5.7-liter HEMI V8, which adds variable valve timing and stronger output. This is a meaningful update year rather than a redesign.

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About the 2009 Chrysler 300

1st generation Chrysler 300 (2005-2010), fifth model year; second year after the 2008 interior/exterior refresh and two years before the all-new 2011 redesign.

For 2009, the Chrysler 300 is a bold full-size sedan that mixes traditional American sedan presence with rear-wheel-drive-based proportions, an available HEMI V8, and a more upscale cabin than many mainstream rivals. Chrysler markets it as a car that stands apart visually, with a broad stance, roomy interior, available AWD, and a choice between straightforward V6 comfort and more serious V8 performance.

The 2009 300 ranges from the straightforward V6-powered LX and Touring to the more upscale Limited, which has leather, heated front seats, and a touchscreen system with a 30GB hard drive. The 300C pairs richer cabin equipment with a 5.7-liter HEMI V8, while the SRT8 is the focused performance model with a 6.1-liter HEMI V8, firmer suspension, and Brembo brakes.

What changed, by category

Powertrain

The 300C’s 5.7-liter HEMI V8 gains variable valve timing and stronger output. AWD models adopt a more efficient active transfer case with a front-axle disconnect.

Tech

Comfort and technology equipment is reshuffled across the range, with most of the added content concentrated in the Limited and 300C.

Styling

Wheel choices and appearance packages are reshuffled, but the exterior design carries over without a major restyle.

Structural

The platform carries over. Suspension and ride tuning changes are limited to select trims rather than the entire lineup.

Trim lineup

LX, Touring, Limited, 300C, and SRT8 are added to the named 2009 trim lineup.

2009 Chrysler 300 specs and features by trim

Feature	2009 Chrysler 300LX0 in stock	2009 Chrysler 300300C0 in stock	2009 Chrysler 300SRT80 in stock	2009 Chrysler 300Limited0 in stock	2009 Chrysler 300Touring0 in stock
Engine	V6, 2.7 Liter	V8, HEMI, 5.7 Liter	V8, HEMI, 6.1 Liter	V6, HO, 3.5 Liter	V6, 2.7 Liter / V6, HO, 3.5 Liter
Transmission	Automatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive	Automatic, 5-Spd w/Overdrive & AutoStick	Automatic, 5-Spd w/Overdrive & AutoStick	Automatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive	Automatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD	RWD	RWD	RWD
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas
MPG City	18 mpg	16 mpg	13 mpg	17 mpg	17–18 mpg
MPG Highway	26 mpg	25 mpg	19 mpg	25 mpg	25–26 mpg
Horsepower	178 hp	370 hp	425 hp	250 hp	178–250 hp
Torque	190 lb-ft	398 lb-ft	420 lb-ft	250 lb-ft	190–250 lb-ft
Max Towing	1000 lb	2000 lb		2000 lb	2000 lb
Trunk/Cargo	15.6 cu-ft	15.6 cu-ft	15.6 cu-ft	15.6 cu-ft	15.6 cu-ft
Rear Legroom	40.2 in	40.2 in	40.2 in	40.2 in	40.2 in
Seats	5	5	5	5	5
Doors	4	4	4	4	4
Safety & Security
Adaptive Cruise Control
Alarm System
Anti-Lock Brakes
Automatic Headlights
Automatic High Beams
Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers
Rear Parking Sensors
Stability Control
Traction Control
Exterior Features
Alloy Wheels
Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors
Fog Lights
HID Headlights
Heated Mirrors
Memory Exterior Mirrors
Power Moonroof
Power Folding Exterior Mirrors
Entertainment & Electronics
Built-In Hard Drive
Front DVD Entertainment System
Navigation System
Premium Audio
Satellite Radio
Subwoofer
Comfort & Convenience
Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror
Dual Power Front Seats
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Integrated Garage Door Opener
Leather Seats
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
Memory Driver's Seat
Memory Pedals
Power Adjustable Pedals
Power Driver Seat
Remote Start
Wood Interior Trim

How the 2010 Chrysler 300 compares

The 2010 Chrysler 300 is mostly a carryover, and its most important update is standard side-curtain airbags across the lineup. Chrysler also reshuffled the trim range in this final year before the 2011 redesign.

See the full 2010 changes

Frequently asked questions

What is the biggest change to the 2009 Chrysler 300?

The biggest change is the 300C’s revised 5.7-liter HEMI V8. It gains variable valve timing and produces stronger output than the prior version.

Was the 2009 Chrysler 300 redesigned?

No, the 2009 Chrysler 300 was not redesigned. It keeps the same first-generation platform and the basic styling introduced by the 2008 refresh, with the main updates focused on mechanical systems and trim equipment.

How did AWD change on the 2009 Chrysler 300?

AWD models gain a more efficient active transfer case with a front-axle disconnect. The system lets the front axle disengage when it is not needed, reducing unnecessary mechanical drag.

Is the 2009 Chrysler 300 meaningfully different from the 2008 model?

Yes, especially in 300C and AWD form. The 300C receives an updated 5.7-liter HEMI V8, AWD models get more efficient hardware, and upper trims receive equipment changes, while the basic body and platform remain the same.

Did the 2009 Chrysler 300 receive a major safety upgrade?

No, the 2009 Chrysler 300 did not receive a major safety-system upgrade across the full lineup. Its more notable changes involve the 300C’s V8, the AWD system, and trim-level equipment.