2012 Chrysler 200: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2012 Chrysler 200 has no major changes. It carries over the sedan and convertible lineup introduced for 2011, with the same basic engines, trims, safety equipment, and technology.
About the 2012 Chrysler 200
1st generation (2011-2014), second model year before the all-new 2015 redesign.
Chrysler positioned the 200 as a midsize car with a dressier look and a richer cabin than the Sebring it replaced, with an emphasis on value, comfort, and available V6 power. Its biggest point of difference was body-style choice: buyers could get either a conventional sedan or a roomy convertible under the same model family. The 200’s pitch was more about style, comfort, and a more upscale feel than class-leading cabin space or the newest electronics.
The 2012 Chrysler 200 ranges from the value-focused LX sedan to the comfort-oriented Limited and sport-look S, while Touring fills the middle of the lineup and serves as the starting point for the convertible. Limited models feature leather, heated front seats, Bluetooth, and a touchscreen, while the S pairs a 3.6-liter V6 with darker exterior trim and upgraded audio.
2012 Chrysler 200 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, Flex Fuel, 3.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter / 4-Cyl, PZEV, 2.4 Liter / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter / 4-Cyl, PZEV, 2.4 Liter / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.6 Liter / 4-Cyl, PZEV, 2.4 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & AutoStick | Automatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive / Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & AutoStick | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & AutoStick | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & AutoStick / Automatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Flexible Fuel | Gas / Flexible Fuel | Gas / Flexible Fuel | Gas / Flexible Fuel |
| MPG City | 19 mpg | 19–21 mpg | 19–20 mpg | 18–21 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 29 mpg | 29–31 mpg | 29–31 mpg | 29–31 mpg |
| Horsepower | 283 hp | 173–283 hp | 173–283 hp | 173–283 hp |
| Torque | 260 lb-ft | 166–260 lb-ft | 166–260 lb-ft | 166–260 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 13.3–13.6 cu-ft | 13.6 cu-ft | 13.3–13.6 cu-ft | 13.3–13.6 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 33.5–36.2 in | 36.2 in | 33.5–36.2 in | 33.5–36.2 in |
| Seats | 4–5 | 5 | 4–5 | 4–5 |
| Doors | 2–4 | 4 | 2–4 | 2–4 |
| Alarm System | ||||
| Automatic Headlights | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||
| Power Retractable Hard Top | ||||
| Power Retractable Soft Top | ||||
| Privacy Glass | ||||
| Trailer Hitch Receiver | ||||
| Bluetooth | ||||
| Built-In Hard Drive | ||||
| Front DVD Entertainment System | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||
| USB Ports | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||
| Automatic Air Conditioning | ||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||
| Folding Rear Seat | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2012 Chrysler 200?
Nothing major changed on the 2012 Chrysler 200. It carries over the same basic sedan and convertible lineup, engines, trim structure, safety equipment, and technology from 2011.
Is the 2012 Chrysler 200 significantly different from the 2011 model?
No, the 2012 Chrysler 200 is not significantly different from the 2011 model. The major update happened for 2011, when the Sebring became the 200; the 2012 model is a quiet carryover.
Did the 2012 Chrysler 200 get a new engine or transmission?
No, the 2012 Chrysler 200 kept its existing powertrains. The lineup continued with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder or 3.6-liter V6, a four-speed automatic in the LX sedan, and a six-speed automatic elsewhere.
Did the 2012 Chrysler 200 receive new safety or infotainment features?
No, the 2012 Chrysler 200 received no model-wide safety or infotainment upgrade. Stability control, traction control, active head restraints, and its airbag systems carried over, while touchscreen and Bluetooth equipment still depended on trim.
Which body styles and trims did the 2012 Chrysler 200 have?
The 2012 Chrysler 200 came as a sedan or convertible. Sedan trims were LX, Touring, Limited, and S, while convertible trims were Touring, Limited, and S.