I don't understand the bad views/opinions on this car. AWD, dual exhaust, V6 with power, moon roof, bad ass audio system, and very affordable. Very few cars comparable.
@bha54753 жыл бұрын
I love ours 2015 200 S AWD 😍
@Dank_Matmo2 ай бұрын
Drove it, the auto transmission is abysmal
@MotownRockinroller7 жыл бұрын
I researched the HECK out of this model online: reviews, videos, etc. etc. etc. and concluded that it was the "sleeper value of the year" as dealerships were clearing out loaded S AWD models for $25K and used '16s with low miles for $18K. There's not another model out there with so many features: 4 doors, decent trunk space, 19" wheels, AWD and almost 300hp. If it's your only vehicle--and you tend to haul adults around a lot (who would be impacted by the sloping rear lines when entering the back seats--it's probably not the car for you. But as a 2nd vehicle--one in which usually no more than 2 adults occupy--the other qualities of this S AWD are unbeatable. Plus FCA has worked through all the bugaboos that plagued earlier models. There's some brand new 2016s on dealer lots even this late into 2017 that you can pick up for $10,000 below MSRP--that will still enjoy a 3 year bumper to bumper warranty and 6 years on the powertrain. I am not convinced you can find a better sports sedan for $25,000 out there.
@fiveofever29716 жыл бұрын
Yep got mine in July of 2016. It stickered for 33K plus..I got it out the door for 26,800
@commycasty2 жыл бұрын
Come test drive this midsized sedan that takes an aggressive step towards being a homeschooled Nissan Sentra that's doesn't need to come out of the closet, but still wants to.
@rkalla7 жыл бұрын
I thought I was crazy for liking this car, but you nailed all the highlights. Thanks Steve!
@commycasty2 жыл бұрын
Your not crazy! You just need to let your wife know your gay. Lol
@rkalla2 жыл бұрын
@@commycasty LOL!!!
@venom58098 жыл бұрын
It's a nice car, the problem is the competition at that price point is so good and there are so many choices.
@pimpstaskater8 жыл бұрын
I put over 40K miles on mine in 8 1/2 months, no fan problem. Excellent safe car
@MichaelErnest6668 жыл бұрын
same :-)
@wrestlehunkny8 жыл бұрын
I have this car, and my friends all say the back seats suck and they have trouble getting in and out and on top of that one of my friends hit there head very hard getting in.
@1970borntorun6 жыл бұрын
Oh, so they have to duck to get in? Wow! What a CHORE! LOL
@yorriamo5 жыл бұрын
Damn it is a midsize car dumb ass. Damn you people are stupid af
@60viking5 жыл бұрын
That's sad is he to big for the back seat. I'd like the v6 AWD with a 2dr. If it was available.
@ssr16808 жыл бұрын
Far more positive review than Consumer Reports did
@stevehammes8 жыл бұрын
+ssr1680 They use a completely different set of criteria, from what I can tell.
@vwmatt338 жыл бұрын
I just traded my 2015 200S AWD after only 15 months and almost 30,000 miles. Overall it was a great car. Gobs of power, great interior, awesome UConnect and grip galore. The 9spd transmission was reflashed once after a few gremlins but worked well for the most part. I traded for a white Cherokee trailhawk V6. The 9spd in the trailhawk works much much better and is super smooth, though it doesn't want to go into 9th gear at all. I traded because I need the room. Resale was poor at import dealers but much better at Chrysler dealers. Thankfully I liked the trailhawk. The 200S is a great car and well worth the look!!
@stevehammes8 жыл бұрын
+vwmatt33 Awesome feedback! Thanks.
@canddmeyer8 жыл бұрын
Nice review, and the car reviewed better than I thought it would. As for back seat access, it doesn't look any worse than getting into the front seat of my 2016 Fusion.
@ssr16808 жыл бұрын
That's the same thing I said, The fusion, Mazda 6 Chrysler 200 have the same rear seat room to me and 6"1
@stevehammes8 жыл бұрын
+zip89105 It's all about ducking the head but it's more perception once inside due to less greenhouse...feels a little tight .
@60viking6 жыл бұрын
so much mention of the roof line and back seat size. I think it is Mid size correct and other brands are oversize for mid size. i really want to get one of these and will. if you want space try a Mini van. come on lotto.
@coureurdebois8 жыл бұрын
considering the majority of the 200 sales went to rental companies no wonder it was-best selling, so was the 2012 impala another rental car special car. the car felt cheap plasticy and over all disappointing and dont get me started on how slow and clunky the 9 speed was. i agree with the head of fiat calling the makers of this car a bunch of "dumb dumbs"
@torridsaber6 жыл бұрын
the transmission is "clunky" if you don't listen to the car, i own a 2015 limited. this car drives incredibly smooth or sporty if you want it to, it all depends on how you drive it.
@Natethegreat200c6 жыл бұрын
Exactly even with my 15 200C V6 it’s SMOOTH ASF and this car feels like a entry level luxury car sir . If u spec it right ^^ “cheap and plastic “ the whole car is soft material leather and wood accent/ real wood interior . I see nothing bad about the interior of a 200. Especially thenall brown one 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
@ZKawasaki-ny9ju6 жыл бұрын
Stop being a hater douch, sorry Bouche. After looking at many fun cars, I bought the 200s v6 awd version after watching most vids I could find and I disagree with half of them. Car is not cheap feeling at all, very nice actually and quiet. Power is a surprise to other cars as you launch past them (AWD works amazing). Sad the car got a bad rap from the 200 tag but well worth the try for your self. The 200 4 cylinder, that's a different story.
@bmwmsport118 жыл бұрын
So pretty much the CEO himself said this car was a total fail...
@stevehammes8 жыл бұрын
+bmwmsport11 Now, now...not a total fail. The Dart is a total fail. This car, at least like this, is quite good.
@hmackprotection18 жыл бұрын
I'm pretty sure anything that's not the Fiat Abarth is probably "considered a fail" ..FYI, the best Product FCA produces is the 12-15 300 SRT. The coolest is the Challenger SRT's, the Baddest are the 13-16 Viper's, but the overall best is without a doubt the 300 lineup. IMO
@hmackprotection18 жыл бұрын
+H Mack "considered a fail" to Sergio that is
@cytrynowy_melon66045 жыл бұрын
Sergio was talking about designers taking styling over rear entrance comfort. Not about car as a whole. Can you read at least?
@WillieMeetsWorld8 жыл бұрын
I love my 2015 200. One of the things that is so striking is the styling and I have never been one to blend in with the crowd. I have also done rideshare work with my 200 (Lyft and Uber) and Ive never had may issue with passengers. I'm 6'5' and have plenty of leg and headroom. Sergio is an idiot.
@peachyclean937 жыл бұрын
MrOneAntony I one hundred percent agree with you !!
@analystzorncasteel30476 жыл бұрын
MrOneAntony Sergio was WAAYYY too influenced by what f---ing Consumer Reports said about the car .... Absolutely terrible.
@jorgemoya29569 ай бұрын
Nice and good car my dad sold his with 130k miles and was still running great! It was just time for a new car
@iamhassan99438 жыл бұрын
Nice balanced review. Really enjoy your reviews and the fact that you engage your audience.
@stevehammes8 жыл бұрын
+Hassan T Thanks!
@victorcocut5288 жыл бұрын
Steve, thank you for this presentation.All the best!Victor.
@stevehammes8 жыл бұрын
+Victor Cocut Thanks, Victor!
@ldawson1038 жыл бұрын
They screwed up keeping the 200 nameplate.
@ZKawasaki-ny9ju6 жыл бұрын
ldawson103 That's the first criticism of my car that I agree with.
@LuiszDiaz9 ай бұрын
I think a better name for it may have been Airflow, like the classic one
@bigcrowfly8 жыл бұрын
To fix the rear headroom and egress they should weld the roof stamping from a 1990 Chrysler New Yorker and design a new rear door window frame and glass that will fit the New Yorker roof and the existing door.
@FreddyG6873 жыл бұрын
for 35 g's I think you can get something with forced inducting that will brake 400hp with more leg and head room
@ssr16808 жыл бұрын
Hey Steve great review, Did you ever hear any door panels rattle when you turn radio up ? I've heard complaints about that before
@stevehammes8 жыл бұрын
+ssr1680 Negative. Sounded great from here.
@jackli34138 жыл бұрын
well put review. i agree that the space is indeed a little cramped compared to it's competitors.
@Lukos00368 жыл бұрын
Form over function is a very Italian thing. So the roof line isn't that big a surprise. That they would reference a Hyundai for that form instead of a Fiat however is. Poor Chrysler though, they really can't catch a break. I feel like they will go the way of AMC soon.
@herczeus93418 жыл бұрын
+Lukos0036 Hyundai has great auto designers working for them like Peter Schreyer fomer head designer of Audi. And Luc Donckerwolke former head designer of Lambo.
@Lukos00368 жыл бұрын
Herc Zeus Yes and Fiat is an Italian auto maker. Styling is their bread and butter and they take a lot of pride in their home grown designs however impractical they are.
@BrokenFiddles8 жыл бұрын
Steve, how does this 200S compare to VW CC VR6 4Motion? Also, everybody sells these Chryslers up to 7K off MSRP.
@stevehammes8 жыл бұрын
+BrokenFiddles Yup, big incentives available. I'd take this any day over the CC.
@stevehammes8 жыл бұрын
+LeadHammer Just put 2000 miles on a '16 Jetta driving to and from the Chicago Auto Show and without built-in nav CarPlay was a great addition. The recent Passat I tested had it, too. The last update to the CC's styling left me cold...like almost every VW.
@baldheadlogic8 жыл бұрын
I like this car but the pricing was ambitious to say the least. Further, the overall weight of this platform hurt performance and fuel economy. The fuel economy is surprising especially with a 9 speed auto.
@gmman0109838 жыл бұрын
If they screwed up the design why not fix it before production?
@herczeus93418 жыл бұрын
+keri “KJ” ellerbe Honda did the same thing with the previous Civics. They knew they screwed them up and did nothing about it. It all comes down to dollars and cents. Bad cars still sell and most dealers will mark it down to get it off of their lots as they are money losers the longer they sit on their lots. Thus people basically steal these bad cars and feel like a winner in the end even though they own this bad car. Their designers should have just called Peter Schreyer of Hyundai/Genesis and asked him to draw it for them if they can't steal it successfully from him on their own.
@gmman0109838 жыл бұрын
Herc Zeus When this new 200 came out I was not impressed and tbh I don't know what Chrysler even wants to be anymore... The 300/charger platform is played out which is why they stuffed that big hellcat engine into that platform to keep it relevant, the only hope they have is keeping the Cherokee, Ram, and that new Pacifica VAN competitive.... Oh yea and keeping the reliability out the toilet...
@herczeus93418 жыл бұрын
keri ellerbe Buying Chrysler gives the Italians the opportunity to introduce Alfa to North America successfully. Which I believe was one of their primary goals and reasons why they bought Chrysler from Merc in the first place. Which they are now doing in fact. Selling them in Chrysler dealerships. Eventually that is.
@gmman0109838 жыл бұрын
The best cars that I liked from Chrysler growing up were the LH cars from the 90s to mid 00s... Despite weak transmissions and that awful 2.7 liter V6 they were really nice cars.. After that I stop noticing Chrysler when the 300 came out and EVERYBODY got one and put stupid rims on them which made them obnoxious too look at. This new Pacifica looks promising tho.
@herczeus93418 жыл бұрын
keri ellerbe Unfortunately they need more than one promising car in order to re-stabilize the entire brand. I believe they are more invested in bringing Alfa to the US & Canada then reinvesting heavily in Chrysler at the moment.
@76carmel8 жыл бұрын
You tested the Kia Optima and came away disappointed with the Eco edition. Another refresh for this model year is the Chevy Malibu. When will you give that a run?
@stevehammes8 жыл бұрын
+Billy Sou 4/21.
@BTC9098 жыл бұрын
Does the transmission go into park if you open the drivers door? Or will it roll away on you per that recent report.
@stevehammes8 жыл бұрын
+Ivan Vojt Can't say I tried to jump out while it was moving ;-)
@rx7guy218 жыл бұрын
+Ivan Vojt It applies the parking break.
@76carmel8 жыл бұрын
Steve, I think FCA is giving you the good products.
@stevehammes8 жыл бұрын
+Billy Sou They're putting their best foot forward. I hear the 4-cylinder is a dog and I wouldn't doubt it.
@76carmel8 жыл бұрын
TestDriveNow.com featuring Auto Critic Steve Hammes You tried that 2.4L Inline-4 in the Jeep Renegade, and you felt it worked there....
@Darkeklaw6 жыл бұрын
I have the 4 cyl and it sounds just as throaty and has as enough pick up. I live in the Poconos and there are a lot of steep hills here. The thing climbs em like a mountain goat. Oh the car is sexy as hell too.
@60viking5 жыл бұрын
@@stevehammes not everyone needs more then a basic 4 banger. The v6 is strong. The suspension is more European.
@herczeus93418 жыл бұрын
Their designers should have just called Peter Schreyer of Hyundai/Genesis and asked him to draw it for them if they can't steal it successfully from him on their own.
@kjscoleman8 жыл бұрын
Great review, Steve! Totally not buying Sergio's assessment that the roofline doomed this car, lots of people buy 4-door cars with no intention of ever hauling full-sized adults in the back. Probably more like the business case for crossovers. I would always give a naturally aspirated V-6 a second, and third, look though. Even with no Android/Apple car play, still a very nice infotainment system. If you live in a more rural area that's not near a Honda/Toyota dealer, you could do a lot worse. And you may recall, BMW offered Lava Blue leather on the 7 series in the late 2000's. Though it seemed to paired most often with Michigan Blue, I thought it looked amazing with Black Sapphire.
@stevehammes8 жыл бұрын
+kjscoleman I agree. Good assessment.
@rockthesenuts6668 жыл бұрын
I've always thought the 200 looked very similar to my 2012 Sonata, but I never knew it was sculpted around a Sonata silhouette. I think this 200s example looks amazing and sounds amazing, but for 35k I feel like it's just a hair too much for a car this size and of this brand
@ready401118 жыл бұрын
For sure. Considering the S models used seem to be going for $16-18k where I live, their value drops quickly.
@peachyclean937 жыл бұрын
I own a 2016 200S and it is the best car besides my 1997 Dodge Intrepid this will be the last Chrysler vehicle under that piece of crap Fiat CEO !!!
@EvanderSmart8 жыл бұрын
Sounds about right, but Chrysler has a pretty poor rep for quality and durability, to this day. Plays the part of a mid-size luxury car value better than a trusted family sedan. An off-beat option for a 3-year lease when a Bimmer or Lexus are a stretch.
@R.Williamss5 жыл бұрын
That is a nice car they should have made the car little bigger with a sunroof
@jameskahng75478 жыл бұрын
both exterior and interior looks very nice, but way too heavy for a midsize
@stevehammes8 жыл бұрын
+James Kahng It's got some heft but that V6 handles it well.
@ebayseller60403 жыл бұрын
soooooo....better than say a 2016 corolla and civic?
@hmackprotection18 жыл бұрын
Good review. I'd rather have a Chrysler 300 if I were buying a Chrysler sedan
@stevehammes8 жыл бұрын
+H Mack Oh, for sure.
@60viking5 жыл бұрын
Good to have a choice. I'm single and the 200 S AWD is my choice.
@FoodyTunes8 жыл бұрын
The front end styling just looks so bland and frumpy... Which is bad news for Chrysler since they just used it on their minivan too
@GLA45Amg7168 жыл бұрын
They should make this car faster so it's more appealing
@cytrynowy_melon66045 жыл бұрын
It was fast. 6 seconds 0-60
@Tully36748 жыл бұрын
Steve - your reviews are usually more 'deFacto'. What I end up in this review is the car is adequate - (but look elsewhere for better value). *I* think this was a softball review in order not to offend Chrysler.
@stevehammes8 жыл бұрын
+Tully3674 Then you haven't been watching my stuff long enough...I pay no favors to any OEM.
@East17A8 жыл бұрын
35K ?!!! very expensive !! .. i would choose Subaru Legacy over that 200 .. the designers are at sleeping mode when they designed that car (200) . Subaru looks better and it has better 4 wheel symmetric system that proved to be the best 4 wheel drive in the market .. the interior and comfort. roomy size is a plus on Subaru .
@stevehammes8 жыл бұрын
+East17A Well, the Legacy is about as exciting as watching paint dry and feels cheap.
@76carmel8 жыл бұрын
+TestDriveNow.com featuring Auto Critic Steve Hammes Didn't you praise the Legacy in a different review?
@stevehammes8 жыл бұрын
+TestDriveNow.com featuring Auto Critic Steve Hammes Billy Sou called me out...and he's right. The last Legacy I drove 2 years ago was much improved. I almost forgot!
@stevehammes8 жыл бұрын
+Billy Sou Too hasty with my wording there...not a big Subaru guy and sometimes I need to remind myself that the Legacy/Outback are their best products.
@East17A8 жыл бұрын
+TestDriveNow.com featuring Auto Critic Steve Hammes . i will be more honest .. the looks of this 200 is nice not bad . the only thing i didn't like is how they set up the interior. in today's networks and systems analyse consumer demand . include the fast movements and improvements on cars that is happening these days . i mean the information are traveling way faster then ever . in human history to the point any miss out in car design special when it comes to interior design.. is just unforgiving. mistakes . that goes for all auto makers in general and Chrysler in particular . its American car made in America for American consumer bottom line we are not Indonesians or Philippians which they got short and little body's :-) .. why the interior aren't wider ?! why the back seat aren't bigger ..?! how can they miss out such point :-) .. i like your channel and I'm always happy to be here watching your review .. thank you for the effort Steven :-)
@carsforsale90252 жыл бұрын
2014 chylar
@GurpreetSingh-yz9qd7 жыл бұрын
STEP YOUR GAME UP . FORD , CHEVROLET CADILLAC HYUNDIA NISSAN TOYOTA HONDA ..... COMPARISON TEST
@commycasty2 жыл бұрын
Pft this car turned out to be a piece of shit lmfao. Even Hyundai makes more reliable cars than Chrysler, as for Honda idk why you even compared them to this rolling garbage.
@R.Williamss5 жыл бұрын
GMC made this car way better
@RobertMayfair8 жыл бұрын
I can't watch this video simply because the 200 is so damn boring.
@stevehammes8 жыл бұрын
+bsg1206 More boring than a Camry?
@DevPack8 жыл бұрын
Rather have a Fusion or Mazda 6..
@Yuu_Tuub7 жыл бұрын
Why?
@DevPack7 жыл бұрын
Casue they are better. Also they are gonna stop making the 200 cause it just doesnt compete and sell.
@Yuu_Tuub7 жыл бұрын
DevPack Ok
@Natethegreat200c6 жыл бұрын
It doesn’t compete because it’s not attracting midsize buyers it’s attracting a small crowd of people who want sports car looks for cheap , and good performance 300 HP. if u look at them as a whole most of them are rented out and rims painted black people always mod them and recognize it for the looks and power not for it being a family car the boring Camry and a cord fit that bill fine . And also the Mazda 6 doesn’t sale for shit masza said it it’s self so they only making the car because they want two , Chrysler need a car that’s ginna sale and the 200 didn’t and that’s why they aren’t making it anymore.
@GurpreetSingh-yz9qd7 жыл бұрын
Mercedes performance it felt better then used Mercedes 350
@khunopie91598 жыл бұрын
One of your most ebullient reviews! KUTGW
@stevehammes8 жыл бұрын
+Khu NoPie You live for that stuff, don't you?
@khunopie91598 жыл бұрын
This is why I put pants on most mornings
@RealtimeReviews6138 жыл бұрын
Chrysler/dodge can make great looking cars but can't produce reliable ones. Its ashame
@rfacer017 жыл бұрын
Why do you say this car is not reliable?
@RoyalAbundance8 жыл бұрын
I find it humorous that Fiat/Chrysler spent millions of dollars on marketing trying to convince consumers how great the 200 is only to say that it's fundamental design is flawed for the segment. Maybe for 27k but definitely not 35k.