Chrysler 300 Trims: Touring, 300S & More

Last updated August 4, 2026

Chrysler 300

The Chrysler 300 lineup starts with the 300, LX, and Touring versions: roomy V6 sedans focused on the model’s everyday comfort and bold shape. Limited and Touring L models move toward leather-lined comfort, while the 300S branch adds blacked-out styling, sport seats, paddle shifters, and V6 or V8 power. SRT8, SRT8 Core, and the final-year 300C form the serious performance branch, with high-output HEMI power and upgraded brakes and suspension. The 300C Luxury Series and 300C Platinum emphasize richer leather, wood, audio, and formal trim. Motown, Uptown, Anniversary, and John Varvatos editions are themed offshoots rather than steps on a simple price ladder. The 300C name appears in both performance and luxury groups because its identity changed by year and version.

What each trim is known for

Chrysler 300 Base Model

Base Model

300300 TouringLXTouringTouring PlusTouring Signaturebase

The Base Model trim level—sold as 300, 300 Touring, LX, Touring, Touring Plus, Touring Signature, or simply base—is the straightforward, roomy Chrysler 300 without a dedicated luxury or sport theme.

Best for: Drivers who want the 300’s space, road presence, and everyday comfort without making luxury trim or performance hardware the priority.


Highlights

  • Roomy full-size sedan cabin
  • V6 power, with engine and transmission details varying by year
  • Power-adjustable driver’s seat
  • Straightforward comfort equipment, ranging from cloth seating to richer Touring Signature appointments
19 in stock
Chrysler 300 Comfort Upgrade

Comfort Upgrade

300 Limited300 Touring LLimited

The Comfort Upgrade trim level—300 Limited, 300 Touring L, and Limited—is the luxury-leaning V6 300, centered on leather seating and easier daily use.

Best for: Shoppers who care more about seat comfort, cabin warmth, and parking convenience than blacked-out styling or V8 performance.


Highlights

  • Leather-trimmed seating
  • Heated front seats
  • Remote start
  • Front and rear parking assistance

Adds leather seating, heated front seats, remote start, and parking assistance over the more straightforward Base Model level.

30 in stock
Chrysler 300 Sport Styling

Sport Styling

300S300S Alloy Edition300S Glacier300S V6300S V8

The Sport Styling trim level—300S, 300S Alloy Edition, 300S Glacier, 300S V6, and 300S V8—gives the big sedan a darker look and a more driver-focused personality.

Best for: Drivers who like the 300’s roomy cabin but want blacked-out style, sportier controls, and the option of V8 muscle.


Highlights

  • Blacked-out or edition-specific dark exterior trim
  • Nappa leather-trimmed sport seats
  • Sport mode with steering-wheel paddle shifters
  • Dual-pane panoramic sunroof

Adds dark sport styling, sport seats, paddle shifters, and a panoramic roof over the comfort-focused level; 300S V8 versions also add 5.7-liter HEMI power.

35 in stock
Chrysler 300 Performance

Performance

300CSRT8SRT8 Core

The Performance trim level—300C, SRT8, and SRT8 Core—is the serious muscle-sedan branch, built around high-output HEMI V8 power, stronger brakes, and performance-focused suspension hardware.

Best for: Drivers seeking the factory performance version of the 300, whether they prefer the more focused SRT8 Core or the richer SRT8 and final-year 300C.


Highlights

  • High-output HEMI V8 power
  • Brembo performance brakes
  • Performance-tuned or adaptive suspension
  • Performance displays, with active exhaust and a limited-slip differential on the final-year 300C

Moves beyond the 300S appearance and control upgrades by adding a 6.4-liter HEMI V8, Brembo brakes, and more serious suspension hardware.

14 in stock
Chrysler 300 Premium Luxury

Premium Luxury

300C300C Luxury Series300C Platinum

The Premium Luxury trim level—300C, 300C Luxury Series, and 300C Platinum—presents the 300C name from its comfort side, with richer leather, wood trim, premium audio, and formal exterior details.

Best for: Shoppers who want the 300’s bold shape with its most richly finished and comfort-focused factory interiors.


Highlights

  • Nappa or Laguna leather seating
  • Heated and ventilated front seats, with heated rear seats on some versions
  • Real wood and leather-wrapped cabin surfaces
  • Premium audio and chrome or platinum exterior detailing

Adds a more formal luxury focus over Performance, including richer leather, wood trim, added heating and ventilation, and premium audio; some 300C versions retain strong V8 hardware.

13 in stock
Chrysler 300 Special Editions

Special Editions

300 Limited Anniversary Pkg300 Motown300 Uptown Edition300C John Varvatos Limited Edition300C John Varvatos Luxury300C Varvatos Collection Limited Edition300C Varvatos Collection Luxury

The Special Editions trim level groups 300 Limited Anniversary Pkg, 300 Motown, and 300 Uptown Edition with John Varvatos Limited and Luxury models sold under both the 300C John Varvatos and 300C Varvatos Collection names.

Best for: Shoppers who want a distinctive factory theme, commemorative package, or designer look rather than a conventional step up the trim ladder.


Highlights

  • Edition-specific exterior trim, colors, and badging
  • Distinctive leather, wood, or contrast cabin treatments
  • 8.4-inch touchscreen, often paired with navigation
  • Convenience packages that can include a panoramic roof and remote start

Rather than adding one universal luxury tier over Premium Luxury, these editions add themed styling, special badging, and packaged convenience features tied to each version.

0 in stock

Trim comparison

FeatureBase ModelPerformanceSport StylingPremium LuxuryComfort UpgradeSpecial Editions
Includes
300, 300 Touring, LX, Touring, Touring Plus, Touring Signature, base19 in stock
300C, SRT8, SRT8 Core14 in stock
300S, 300S Alloy Edition, 300S Glacier, 300S V6, 300S V835 in stock
300C, 300C Luxury Series, 300C Platinum13 in stock
300 Limited, 300 Touring L, Limited30 in stock
300 Limited Anniversary Pkg, 300 Motown, 300 Uptown Edition, 300C John Varvatos Limited Edition, 300C John Varvatos Luxury, 300C Varvatos Collection Limited Edition, 300C Varvatos Collection Luxury0 in stock
Powertrain characterV6; later cars use a 3.6L V6 and 8-speed automaticHigh-output 6.4L HEMI V83.6L V6 or 5.7L HEMI V8V6 or V8 by year and version; final 300C uses a 6.4L HEMI3.6L V6 with 8-speed automaticV6 or V8, depending on edition
Seat and cabin themeUsually straightforward; cloth or upgraded trim by versionBolstered cloth or premium leather sport seatsNappa sport seatsNappa or Laguna leather with rich cabin trimLeather, with heated front seatsEdition-specific leather, colors, and materials
Exterior lookClassic 300 stylingSRT or final-year 300C performance detailsBlacked-out or dark-accentedChrome or platinum detailingFormal, comfort-focused presentationCommemorative, music-themed, or designer styling
Driver-focused hardwareEveryday road mannersBrembo brakes and performance-focused suspensionSport mode, paddle shifters, performance-tuned setup on some versionsSport mode on some versions; final 300C adds serious performance hardwareComfort-first setupVaries from touring-tuned suspension to Sport mode
Signature comfort and techPower driver seat; later versions add larger touchscreen featuresPerformance displays; richer versions add heated and ventilated seatsPanoramic roof, navigation, and remote startHeating, ventilation, real wood, and premium audioRemote start and parking assistanceNavigation, themed cabins, and packaged convenience features
Recent city/highway fuel economy19/30 mpg with 3.6L V615/24 mpg for the latest configuration19/30 mpg V6; 16/25 mpg V815/24 mpg for the latest 300C19/30 mpg with 3.6L V6

Frequently asked questions

What does Touring L add over the 300 Touring?

In recent lineups, Touring L adds the comfort features many shoppers want: Nappa leather-trimmed seats, heated front seats, a power front-passenger seat, remote start, front and rear parking sensors, and blind-spot monitoring. Both retain the 3.6-liter V6.

What is the difference between the Touring L and 300S?

In newer lineups, Touring L is comfort-focused, while 300S is sport-themed. Touring L emphasizes leather, heated seats, and parking help. The 300S adds blacked-out trim, sport seats, Sport Mode, paddle shifters, and firmer suspension tuning on some versions.

What is the difference between the 300S V6 and 300S V8?

On newer models, both share the blacked-out 300S look, sport seats, paddle shifters, and driver-focused cabin. The V6 uses a 300-hp 3.6-liter engine. The V8 steps up to a 363-hp 5.7-liter HEMI, sport-tuned suspension, and a more muscular sound and feel.

Which Chrysler 300 trim is the sensible everyday choice?

In later years, Touring L is the balanced everyday pick. It keeps the V6 and the 300’s relaxed big-sedan character while adding leather, heated front seats, remote start, parking sensors, and blind-spot monitoring without the sport focus of the 300S.

Which Chrysler 300 trim suits someone who wants sporty looks without a V8?

The 300S V6 is the clear fit in newer lineups. It combines a 300-hp V6 with blacked-out exterior trim, sport seats, paddle shifters, Sport Mode, and performance-oriented suspension tuning while avoiding the V8’s extra fuel use.

Is the 300 Limited a sport trim or a luxury trim?

The Limited is a comfort-focused luxury trim. Depending on the era, it adds features such as leather, heated seats, premium audio, a backup camera, richer cabin trim, and extra seat comfort. It is the calmer alternative to the darker, sportier 300S.

What does the 300C name mean on a used Chrysler 300?

It depends on the era. Earlier 300C models generally sat near the top as luxury-oriented versions, often associated with HEMI V8 power. The final 300C was a limited sendoff with a 485-hp 6.4-liter V8, Brembo brakes, adjustable suspension, and exclusive trim.

How is the final 300C different from a 300S V8?

The final 300C goes well beyond the newer 300S V8. It uses a 485-hp 6.4-liter V8 instead of the 300S model’s 363-hp 5.7-liter V8, then adds Brembo brakes, adjustable suspension, a limited-slip rear differential, active exhaust, richer seats, and a 19-speaker audio system.

What is the difference between the SRT8 and SRT8 Core?

In the early second-generation lineup, both use a 470-hp 6.4-liter V8 and Brembo brakes. The SRT8 adds adjustable suspension, navigation, richer leather seats, ventilation, and upgraded headlights. The Core keeps the main performance hardware but uses cloth sport seats and fewer luxury extras.

How does an SRT8 compare with a 300C?

The answer depends on which 300C. Early second-generation SRT8 models are dedicated 470-hp performance sedans with Brembo brakes and adjustable suspension, while regular 300C models from many years lean more toward luxury. The final 300C blends both roles with a 485-hp 6.4-liter V8 and serious chassis hardware.

What is the 300S Alloy Edition?

The 300S Alloy Edition is a style-led version of the 300S from the mid-2010s. It stands out through bronze and titanium exterior accents, a Black and Caramel sport interior, distinctive trim, firmer suspension tuning, and a 10-speaker Beats audio system.

Are Chrysler 300 special editions mechanically different from regular trims?

Usually not. Editions such as Motown, the Anniversary package, Uptown, Alloy, and John Varvatos models mainly add themed styling, cabin materials, audio, navigation, or convenience equipment. Some include suspension or equipment changes, so the exact package still matters.

What is the difference between the John Varvatos Limited and Luxury editions?

In the mid-2010s, the John Varvatos Limited Edition takes the darker, more aggressive route with blacked-out details and unique gauges. The Luxury version emphasizes richer leather-wrapped surfaces, open-pore or hand-finished wood, heated rear seats, and brighter exterior detailing.

What do older Touring Plus and Touring Signature trims add?

On first-generation cars, Touring Plus is the step-up V6 model with the stronger 3.5-liter engine, added stability and safety equipment, fog lamps, and upgraded cloth. Touring Signature moves further upscale with heated leather seats, dual-zone climate control, more seat adjustment, and a touchscreen audio system.