2007 Chrysler Sebring: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

Chrysler redesigns its midsize car for 2007. Sebring gets new styling and is 4 inches taller than the 2001-2006 models but roughly the same size in every other dimension. The 2006 Sebring was available as a sedan and a convertible. The '07 is a sedan only; Chrysler says a convertible will arrive for the '08 model year.

Base, Touring, and Limited models are available. All come with a 2.4-liter 4-cyl engine. Two V6s are available: a 172-hp 2.7-liter for Tourings, and a 235-hp 3.5-liter for Limiteds. The 2.4 and 2.7 use a 4-speed automatic transmission, the 3.5 a 6-speed automatic. Front side airbags and curtain side airbags are standard. Traction/antiskid control is optional. Also optional is a navigation system with digital-audio connectivity, wireless cell phone link, and a 20-gigabyte hard drive that can hold music or picture files. Other options include a heated and cooled cupholder, remote engine start, heated leather or cloth seats, and DVD entertainment.

COMPETITION

Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Midsize Cars represent the heart of the U.S. car market. Most are price-sensitive, conservatively designed, family oriented sedans and wagons.

Our Best Buys include Honda Accord and Toyota Camry. Our Recommended picks are the Ford Fusion, Hyundai Sonata, Mercury Milan, and Saturn Aura.

New or significantly redesigned models include the Saturn Aura.