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{{Infobox automobile
| name = Chrysler Crossfire
| image = 2004 Chrysler Crossfire 3.2.jpg
| caption = 2004 Chrysler Crossfire coupe
| manufacturer = [[DaimlerChrysler]]
| production = February 2003 – December 2007 (76,014 units)
| model_years = 2004–2008
| assembly = Germany: [[Osnabrück]] ([[Karmann]])
| designer = [[Eric Stoddard]]<br/>Andrew Dyson
| class = [[Sports car]]
| body_style = {{ubl | 2-door [[convertible (car)|convertible]] | 2-door [[fastback]] [[coupé|coupe]] }}
| platform = {{ubl | Chrysler ZH | [[Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class (R170)|Mercedes-Benz R170]] }}
| related = [[Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class (R170)]]
| layout = [[Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout|Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive]]
| engine = {{ubl | 3.2&nbsp;L [[Mercedes-Benz]] [[Mercedes-Benz M112 engine#E32|M112 E32]] (195&nbsp;cu in) [[V6 engine|V6]]<ref name="2008specs"/> | 3.2&nbsp;L [[Mercedes-Benz]] [[Mercedes-Benz M112 engine#E32 ML|M112 E32 ML]] [[Kompressor (Mercedes-Benz)#"32" 3.2 L V6 Kompressor|Kompressor]] (195&nbsp;cu in) [[Supercharger|s/c]] V6<ref name="2006specSRT6">{{cite web|url= http://www.media.chrysler.com/dcxms/assets/specs/2006crossfireSRT6specs.pdf |title=2006 Chrysler Crossfire Specifications |publisher=Chrysler media |pages=10–13 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20120905094241/http://www.media.chrysler.com/dcxms/assets/specs/2006crossfireSRT6specs.pdf |archive-date=5 September 2012 |access-date=13 January 2018}}</ref> }}
| transmission = {{ubl | 5-speed [[Mercedes-Benz]] [[Mercedes-Benz 5G-Tronic transmission|5G-Tronic]] [[automatic transmission|automatic]] (SRT-6) | 6-speed [[Chrysler NSG370 transmission|NSG370]] [[manual transmission|manual]] }}
| wheelbase = {{convert|94.5|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|159.8|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|69.5|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
| height = {{ubl | {{convert|51.5|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} (coupe) | {{convert|51.8|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} (roadster) }}
| predecessor = [[Plymouth Prowler|Plymouth/Chrysler Prowler]]<br/>[[Chrysler TC by Maserati]]
| successor = 
}}

The '''Chrysler Crossfire''' is a [[rear-wheel drive]], two-seat [[sports car]], marketed by [[Chrysler (brand)|Chrysler]] and manufactured in Germany by [[Karmann]] from 2004 through the 2008 [[model year]]s.

Developed during the period [[Chrysler]] and [[Daimler-Benz]] were merged, known as [[DaimlerChrysler]], the two-seater uses the [[Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class (R170)|Mercedes-Benz R170 platform]] and shares 80% of its components with the first generation SLK.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Rosenholtz |first1=Jared |title=The Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6 Is A Supercharged Bargain |url= https://carbuzz.com/features/the-chrysler-crossfire-srt-6-is-a-supercharged-bargain |publisher=CarBuzz |date=4 July 2018 |access-date=13 July 2021}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |last1=Bell |first1=Matt |title=New Age Classic - Chrysler Crossfire |url=https://classicsworld.co.uk/cars/new-age-classic-chrysler-crossfire/ |publisher=Classics World |access-date=13 July 2021 |date=18 April 2018}}</ref> 

Beginning in 2001 as a [[concept car]] styled by [[Eric Stoddard]], the Crossfire was further refined by Andrew Dyson before production started in 2003 for the 2004 model year sales.<ref>{{cite news|first=Phil |last=Patton |title=From a Bad Marriage, Pretty Babies |newspaper=The New York Times |url= https://www.nytimes.com/2007/05/27/automobiles/27DESIGN.html?ex=1182052800&en=96cb47326aa3af0a&ei=5070 |date=27 May 2007 |access-date=2 April 2013}}</ref><ref name="lorio">{{cite magazine|last=Joe |first=Lorio |title=Chrysler Crossfire – Road Test & Review |magazine=Automobile |url= http://www.automobilemag.com/reviews/coupes/0304_chrysler_crossfire/viewall.html |date=April 2009 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20121230052912/http://www.automobilemag.com/reviews/coupes/0304_chrysler_crossfire/viewall.html |archive-date=30 December 2012 |access-date=27 November 2022}}</ref>

== Design ==
The name "Crossfire" refers to two [[character line]]s that run from front to rear along the body sides, prominently crossing below the mirrors on the door panels.<ref>{{cite news|last=Odell |first=John |title=Chrysler Crossfire: Los Angeles Times's view |url= https://www.cars.com/reviews/los-angeles-timess-view-1420689204923/ |website=cars.com |date=28 May 2003 |access-date=24 November 2017}}</ref> Conceived during the period of Daimler Chrysler, the name also refers to the collaboration of the two companies.

[[File:2005 Chrysler Crossfire Limited Roadster, front left, 07-13-2023.jpg|thumb|Crossfire Roadster]]
[[File:Chrysler Crossfire Red Coupe2.JPG|thumb|The "crossfire" character lines of the bodyside change direction of their creases on the door]]

The Chrysler Crossfire [[concept car]] was introduced at the 2001 [[North American International Auto Show]]. The production version was unveiled at the 2002 [[LA Auto Show|Los Angeles Auto Show]] as a 2004 model and "is as faithful a translation from concept to production as any in recent memory."<ref name="Wyss">{{cite web|last=Wyss |first=Wallace A. |title=Chrysler Crossfire - Car News |url= https://www.caranddriver.com/news/chrysler-crossfire-car-news |publisher=Car and Driver |date=April 2003 |access-date=24 November 2017}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Preview: '04 Chrysler Crossfire |url= https://www.thecarconnection.com/tips-article/1003379_preview-04-chrysler-crossfire |publisher=The Car Connection |date=7 January 2002 |access-date=24 November 2017}}</ref> The concept car was designed "to evoke a strong, passionate, emotional response. We had to retain that. We want to polarize our audience—we want people to love it or hate it."<ref name="Wyss"/> 

Conceived as a two-seat [[halo car]] for the Chrysler brand, the objective was to use available components on a two-seat roadster chassis. The production car shares about 39% of its parts with Mercedes-Benz vehicles and Chrysler dealers were required to invest in special equipment, tools, and parts to be able to market the new luxury model.<ref>{{cite web|last=Connelly |first=Mary |title=Crossfire purely an 'image car' |url= https://www.autonews.com/article/20030602/SUB/306020737/crossfire-purely-an-image-car |publisher=Automotive News |date=2 June 2003 |access-date=25 November 2017 |url-access=subscription}}</ref> The rear-wheel-drive Crossfire coupe styling objective was for a "unique, almost sculptural"<ref>{{cite news|last=Williams |first =Paul |title=Car Review: 2004 Chrysler Crossfire Limited |url= http://driving.ca/chrysler/crossfire/reviews/road-test/road-test-2004-chrysler-crossfire-limited-2 |newspaper=Driving |date=10 August 2011 |access-date=24 November 2017}}</ref> design.

The Crossfire's styling includes a wide stance with 19-inch rear wheels and 18-inch front wheels.<ref name="LA-CaughtUp">{{cite news|first=Dan |last=Neil |title=Caught up in the Crossfire |url= http://www.latimes.com/news/la-danneil-100103-pulitzer-story.html |newspaper=The Los Angeles Times |date=1 October 2003 |access-date=24 November 2017}}</ref> Automotive journalists compared the Crossfire to [[American Motors]]' 1965–1967 [[AMC Marlin]].<ref>{{cite book|url= https://books.google.com/books?id=r9j7MWLE_jMC&q=The+styling+of+the+2004+Chrysler+Crossfire+was+unquestionably+influenced+by+the+Marlin&pg=PA49 |page=74 |title=The Cars of American Motors: An Illustrated History |first=Marc |last=Cranswick |publisher=McFarland |year=2011 |isbn=978-0-7864-4672-8 |access-date=24 November 2017}}</ref> Noted journalist, [[Paul Leinert]] said the "distinctive boat-tail rear end reminds more than one observer of the old Rambler Marlin."<ref>{{cite news|last=Lienert |first=Paul |title=Crossfire's looks sizzle, performance sputters |newspaper=The Detroit News |date=26 March 2003}}</ref> For example, Rob Rothwell wrote "...&nbsp;when I first espied the rear lines of the Chrysler Crossfire I was instantly transported back to 1965 and my favorite car of that year, the Rambler Marlin."<ref>{{cite web |last=Rothwell |first=Rob |date=2 May 2004 |url= http://www.auto123.com/en/chrysler/crossfire/2004/review?carid=1041300500&artid=23883 |title=2004 Chrysler Crossfire Coupe Road Test |website=auto123.com |access-date=24 November 2017}}</ref> ''Motor Trend'' also compared the "provocative boattail theme" of the 2004 Crossfire's sheetmetal to that of the AMC Marlin fastback.<ref>{{cite magazine|last=Sessions |first=Ron |title=First Drive: 2004 Chrysler Crossfire |magazine=Motor Trend |date=May 2003 |url= https://www.motortrend.com/reviews/2004-chrysler-crossfire/ |access-date=27 November 2022}}</ref> The Crossfire's tail is "formed as the edges of the roof converge into a kind of teardrop shape, leaving the rear fenders to flare out over the rear wheels."<ref name="LA-CaughtUp"/>

Chrysler said the Crossfire took inspiration from the 1930s [[art deco]] period and buildings such as the [[Chrysler Building]].<ref>{{cite web|url= https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rYDoW-ck18?t=935 | title=2004 Chrysler Crossfire marketing video |work=Retro Video Archive |via=YouTube |access-date=27 November 2022}}</ref> Motor Trend cites vehicle influences from 1930s including Bugattis and the [[Talbot-Lago|Talbot Lago]].<ref>{{cite web|url= https://www.roadandtrack.com/new-cars/reviews/a9675/2004-chrysler-crossfire-1/ | title=2004 Chrysler Crossfire |date=6 November 2012 }}</ref> 

The objective for Chrysler was to "give the brand a touch of class would be a thoroughly modern, European-edged sports car in its range – something that could compete against the raft of roadsters on the market".<ref name="Moore"/> Furthermore, the car was to be "plush" and "refined", rather than a "boy racer".<ref name="Moore">{{cite web|url=https://www.hotcars.com/chrysler-2000s-luxury-car-dirt-cheap/ |title=Chrysler Built A Luxury Sports Car In The 2000s, Today It's Dirt Cheap |first=Alina |last=Moore |date=October 8, 2025
|website=hotcars.com |access-date=October 28, 2025}}</ref>

== Mechanical design ==
[[File:Chrysler Crossfire convertible black-autotop.jpg|thumb|Power-operated convertible top]]
[[File:2005 Chrysler Crossfire silver coupe at 2021 Macungie show 4of5.jpg|thumb|Interior]]
[[File:Chrysler Crossfire SRT6 2005 AMG Engine.jpg|right|thumb|Chrysler Crossfire 2005 SRT-6 with Mercedes-AMG Engine]]

Chrysler executed the interior and exterior styling. All other elements of the car such as [[wheelbase]], track, [[engine]], [[transmission (mechanics)|transmission]], [[chassis]] structure, [[suspension (vehicle)|suspension]] components, are shared with the [[Mercedes-Benz R170|R170 platform]].<ref name="Edmonson">{{cite web|url= http://www.businessweek.com/stories/2003-09-28/daimlerchrysler-stalled |first1=Gail |last1=Edmonson |first2=Kathleen |last2=Kerwin |date=29 September 2003 |title=DaimlerChrysler: Stalled |publisher=BusinessWeek |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20121107021557/http://www.businessweek.com/stories/2003-09-28/daimlerchrysler-stalled |archive-date=7 November 2012 |access-date=9 March 2023}}</ref> For example, the engine bay of the Crossfire is virtually identical to the [[Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class|Mercedes-Benz SLK320]] on the [[Mercedes-Benz R170|R170 platform]]. The seats from the Mercedes-Benz SLK320 would bolt directly into the Crossfire chassis. The dashboard layout, controls, and instruments are also similar to those on the Mercedes-Benz SLK320.

The standard [[transmission (mechanics)|transmission]] is a 6-speed [[manual transmission|manual]] with an optional 5-speed [[automatic transmission|automatic]]. Base (standard) and Limited models, originally offered beginning in the 2004 model year, were equipped with a Mercedes-Benz M112 3.2&nbsp;L, 18-[[valve]], [[Overhead camshaft|SOHC]] [[V6 engine]] that was rated by Chrysler at {{convert|215|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} and {{convert|229|lb·ft|N·m|0}} of [[torque]].<ref>{{cite web |last1=Pund |first1=Daniel |title=2004 Chrysler Crossfire |url= https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a15135300/2004-chrysler-crossfire-first-drive-review/ |publisher=Car and Driver |date=1 May 2003 |access-date=9 March 2023}}</ref>

The SRT-6 models were equipped with a supercharged version of the M112 engine built by Mercedes' performance branch, [[Mercedes-AMG|AMG]]. The SRT-6 models came only with the 5-speed automatic transmission, consistent with AMG cars of the same era. The 6-speed transmission used by the Chrysler Crossfire is a variant of the Mercedes sourced [[Chrysler NSG370 transmission|NSG-370]]. The 5-speed automatic transmission in the Crossfire (known as [[Mercedes-Benz 5G-Tronic transmission|5G-Tronic]]) is also Mercedes-sourced and a variant of the 722.6 family. The automatic transmission-equipped Crossfires achieve a better EPA fuel efficiency rating over the 6MT, mostly due to the difference in gear ratios.

The Crossfire uses the [[recirculating ball]] steering system from the [[Mercedes-Benz R170|R170 platform]].<ref name="Edmonson"/> Front suspension is unequal length (SLA) double wishbone suspension with 5 point multi-link in the rear.<ref name="lorio"/> As with the concept car, all Crossfire models used two different wheel sizes measuring 18x7.5-inch on the front and 19x9-inch on the rear.<ref>{{cite magazine|last=Stewart |first=Ben |title=Automotive: Reports From Around The World |magazine=Popular Mechanics |date=June 2003 |volume=180 |issue=6 |page=50 |url= https://books.google.com/books?id=AdEDAAAAMBAJ&q=Chrysler+true+to+crossfire+concept+front+and+19-in.+wheels&pg=PA50 |access-date=27 November 2022 |via=Google Books}}</ref> Standard all-season tires were 225/40R18 on the front and 255/35R19 on the rear.

The first production Crossfire was assembled on 3 February 2003, and driven off the production line by Chrysler Group's COO [[Wolfgang Bernhard]] in Germany.<ref>{{cite web|url= https://www.motortrend.com/news/news030205-cross |title=2004 Chrysler Crossfire Drives Off the Production Line |date=5 February 2003 |work=Motor Trend |access-date=13 July 2025}}</ref>

== Equipment ==
The Chrysler Crossfire's standard features included large alloy wheels with performance-rated tires, a [[Harman Becker Automotive Systems|Becker]]–sourced AM/FM stereo with anti-theft system and a single-disc CD player, keyless entry with security alarm, a power-retractable rear wing spoiler, leather-trimmed seating surfaces, dual power front sports bucket seats, full instrumentation, a 3.2&nbsp;L V6 engine with a manual transmission, rear-wheel-drive (RWD), a leather-wrapped and stitched steering wheel, a power-retractable cloth convertible roof (for convertible models), front floor mats, and air conditioning.

Optional features included an automatic transmission, a six-speaker premium [[Infinity Systems|Infinity]] sound system with two "subwoofers" mounted directly behind each seat, a CD-based GPS navigational system, exterior paint colors, and additional interior color choices.

== Sales and production numbers ==
The original contract with Karmann to build the Crossfire was for about five years with an annual sales target of 20,000 units in the United States.<ref>{{cite news|title=USA: Chrysler's Crossfire 'halo' car has doubtful future|url= https://www.just-auto.com/news/chryslers-crossfire-halo-car-has-doubtful-future_id74248.aspx|publisher=just-auto |access-date=24 November 2017|date=30 September 2005}}</ref> Sales of the Crossfire were slow, with an average 230-day supply of the vehicles during November 2005. A small number of Crossfires were imported to the United States and Mexico in 2006 (and almost all of these were roadsters).<ref>{{cite press release|url= http://www.accessmylibrary.com/coms2/summary_0286-11826007_ITM |title=Overstock.com Announces New Marketing Partnership With Chrysler Group |website=Overstock.com |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20090210163409/http://www.accessmylibrary.com/coms2/summary_0286-11826007_ITM |archive-date=10 February 2009 |access-date=2 April 2013}}</ref>

Chrysler discontinued the Crossfire after the 2008 model year, as part of its restructuring plans.<ref name="chrysler_job_cuts">{{cite news|url= https://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071101/ap_on_bi_ge/chrysler_job_cuts |title=Chrysler to cut up to 12,000 jobs |agency=Associated Press |first=Dee-Ann |last=Durbin |date=1 November 2007 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20071103060124/http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071101/ap_on_bi_ge/chrysler_job_cuts |archive-date=3 November 2007 |access-date=2 April 2013}}</ref> The last Crossfire was assembled on 17 December 2007.

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:right; font-size:90%;"
|+ Officially recognized production numbers by model year by<br/>Chrysler and Crossfire International Car Club Incorporated<ref>{{cite web |url= http://www.crossfireinternational.com/index.php?topic=7849.0 |title= Officially recognized production numbers by CICCI |date=23 November 2013 |access-date=28 December 2013 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20180621194323/http://www.crossfireinternational.com/index.php?topic=7849.0 |archive-date=21 June 2018 |url-status= dead }}</ref>
|-
! Model Type / Year !! 2004 !! 2005 !! 2006 !! 2007 !! 2008 !! Grand Totals
|-
| Crossfire Coupe || 0 || 1,807 || 770 || 434 || 0 || '''3,011'''
|- 
| Crossfire Limited Coupe || 22,801 || 9,027 || 2,155 || 1,063 || 826 || '''35,872'''
|-
| Crossfire Limited Coupe (RHD) || 2,322 || 983 || 591 || 128 || 0 || '''4,024'''
|-
| Crossfire Limited Roadster (LHD & RHD) || 0 || 18,501 || 4,281 || 1,905 || 960 || '''25,647'''
|-
| Crossfire Roadster || 0 || 1,806 || 780 || 803 || 0 || '''3,389'''
|-
| Crossfire SRT-6 Coupe || 0 || 2,419 || 47 || 0 || 0 || '''2,466'''
|-
| Crossfire SRT-6 Coupe (RHD) || 0 || 26 || 79 || 0 || 0 || '''105'''
|-
| Crossfire SRT-6 Roadster || 0 || 1,252 || 69 || 0 || 0 || '''1,321'''
|-
| Crossfire SRT-6 Roadster (RHD) || 0 || 78 || 101 || 0 || 0 || '''179'''
|-
| '''Grand Totals''' || '''25,123''' || '''35,899''' || '''8,873''' || '''4,333''' || '''1,786''' || '''76,014'''
|}

:''Notes:''
: LHD = Left hand drive (steering wheel on the left side)
: RHD = Right hand drive (steering wheel on the right side)
: Crossfire Coupe and Crossfire Roadster refer to the "Base" model

{| class="wikitable"
! Year<ref>{{cite web|url= https://www.autoblog.com/2006/03/14/chrysler-caught-in-a-crossfire/#comments |title=Chrysler caught in own Crossfire? |first=Stuart |last=Waterman |website=Autoblog.com |date=14 March 2006 |access-date=9 March 2023}}</ref><ref>Figures for 2006/2007: ''Automobil Revue'', catalogue edition 2008, p. 47.</ref>
! 2003 !! 2004 !! 2005 !! 2006 !! 2007
|- style="text-align: right; "
!Production
| 35,700 || 28,000 || 12,500 || 4,805 || 2,000
|}
: ''Note: Cars produced in one calendar year may be marketed as the following model year. ''

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== Models ==
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center; font-size:90%;"
|-
! Model
! Years
! Engine
! Displacement
! Power
! Torque
! Handling
! 0-{{convert|60|mph|km/h|0|abbr=on}}
! Top speed
|-
| Limited
| 2004–2008
| rowspan=2| [[Mercedes-Benz M112 engine|3.2 L V6]]
| rowspan=3|195.2&nbsp;cu in (3199&nbsp;cc)<ref name="2008specs">{{cite web|url= http://www.media.chrysler.com/dcxms/assets/specs/08_ChryslerCrossfireTech.pdf |title=2008 Crossfire Feature Availability and Specifications |publisher=Chrysler media |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20120213132810/http://www.media.chrysler.com/dcxms/assets/specs/08_ChryslerCrossfireTech.pdf |archive-date=13 February 2012 |access-date=13 January 2018}}</ref>
| rowspan=2| {{convert|215|hp|kW PS|0|abbr=on}}<ref name="2008specs"/>
| rowspan=2| {{convert|229|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}}<ref name="2008specs"/>
| rowspan=2| Skid pad 1.0g
70 – 0&nbsp;mph in 161&nbsp;ft.<ref name="serious">{{cite web|url= http://www.seriouswheels.com/cars/top-Chrysler-Crossfire.htm |title=2004 Chrysler Crossfire (from DaimlerChrysler Press Release) |publisher=Serious Wheels |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20130827051455/http://www.seriouswheels.com/cars/top-Chrysler-Crossfire.htm |archive-date=27 August 2013 |access-date=9 March 2023}}</ref>
| rowspan=2|
6.4 sec (6-speed manual)<ref>{{cite magazine|url= http://www.roadandtrack.com/tests/car/2004-chrysler-crossfire/page_2_-_2004_chrysler_crossfire_page_2 |first=Matt |last=DeLorenzo |title=2004 Chrysler Crossfire – Road Test — Where style is substance |magazine=Road & Track |date=October 2009 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20120831075653/http://www.roadandtrack.com/tests/car/2004-chrysler-crossfire/page_2_-_2004_chrysler_crossfire_page_2 |archive-date=31 August 2012 |access-date=13 January 2018}}</ref>
| rowspan=2|155&nbsp;mph (electronically limited)
|-
| Base (Standard)
| 2005–2008
|-
| SRT-6
| 2005–2006
| [[Mercedes-Benz M112 engine|Supercharged 3.2 L V6]]
| {{convert|330|hp|kW PS|0|abbr=on}}<ref name="2006specSRT6"/>
| {{convert|310|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}}
| Skid pad 1.0g
70 – 0&nbsp;mph in 157&nbsp;ft.<ref name="serious"/>
| 4.8 sec (5-speed automatic)<ref>{{cite magazine |url= https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/comparison-test/a15386044/2005-chevy-corvette-vs-chrysler-crossfire-m-b-slk350-porsche-boxster-comparison-tests/ |last=Robinson |first=Aaron |title=2005 Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6 – Comparison Tests |magazine=Car & Driver |date=March 2005 |access-date=9 March 2023}}</ref>
| 155&nbsp;mph (electronically limited)
|}

===Base and Limited ===
[[File:2005 Chrysler Crossfire Limited Roadster, rear right, 08-27-2023.jpg|thumb|2005 Chrysler Crossfire Limited Roadster]]

For model year 2004, only the coupe was offered in a single trim level, equipped similarly to the following year's Limited model. 

For model year 2005 model year; Coupe and Roadster configurations were available, each with three ascending trim levels: Base, Limited, and SRT-6 (supercharged). Base Crossfires, Coupe or Roadster, featured matte black painted windshield frames, black filler plugs (in place of fog lights) in the front fascia, and fabric seats with separate, movable headrests. Limited and SRT-6 models, both Coupe and Roadster, all featured silver-painted windshield frames and are equipped with fog lights. The Limited trim level featured leather upholstery. The SRT-6 model offered leather/Alcantara upholstery. All Base and Limited Crossfire models included an electronic rear wing that would automatically deploy at about 65&nbsp;mph and descend at 45&nbsp;mph. A manual override switch raised or lowered the spoiler at any speed.

For model years 2006-2007, an SE Roadster model (essentially a base model) was offered in Blaze Red Crystal Pearl and with black accented 15-spoke SRT-6 style wheels. 

=== SRT-6 ===
{{See also|Street and Racing Technology}}
[[File:2005 SRT-6 Coupe in Sapphire Silver Blue.jpg|alt=|thumb|2005 Crossfire SRT-6 Coupe in Sapphire Silver Blue]]

The SRT-6 trim level, available as a [[coupé|coupe]] and [[convertible (car)|convertible]], featured a [[Mercedes-Benz M112 engine|Mercedes-Benz AMG M112 3.2 L V6]] [[supercharger|supercharged]] engine delivering {{convert|330|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} and {{convert|310|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} of torque.<ref name="2006specSRT6"/> Other SRT-6 model-specific features included [[suspension (vehicle)|suspension]] and [[brake]] modifications, a front fascia air dam, and a fixed rear [[spoiler (automotive)|spoiler]]. The SRT-6 used the same drivetrain, suspension, and braking components as those used on the [[Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class#R170 facelift .282000.29|Mercedes-Benz SLK 32 AMG]]. The standard tires were upgraded to Z-rated Michelin Pilot Sports, sized 225/40R18 on the front and 255/35R19s in the back.<ref>{{cite book|title=New Cars and Trucks Buyer's Guide |year=2006 |publisher=Edmunds |page=217 |url= https://books.google.com/books?id=AvoIAQAAMAAJ&q=with+Z-rated+225/40R18+Michelin+Pilot+Sports+and+19s+in+back+with+255/35+rubber |access-date=13 January 2018}}</ref> The SRT-6 cars did not feature the electronic wing that the Base and Standard cars featured.

For model year 2006, the SRT-6 was special order only.

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== Safety ==
The [[National Highway Traffic Safety Administration]] (NHTSA ) crash test ratings (2004 and 2007, Coupe):<ref>{{cite web |title=2004 Chrysler Crossfire 2 dr |url= https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2004/CHRYSLER/CROSSFIRE/2%2520DR |access-date=2024-05-23 |website=nhtsa.gov}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=2007 Chrysler Crossfire |url= https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2007/CHRYSLER/CROSSFIRE |access-date=2024-05-23 |website=nhtsa.gov}}</ref>

* Frontal Crash Test – Driver: {{Rating|5|5}}
* Frontal Crash Test – Passenger: {{Rating|4|5}}
* Side Impact Rating – Driver: {{Rating|5|5}}
* Rollover Rating: {{Rating|5|5}} <small>9.5%</small>

== Notes ==
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== References ==
{{refbegin}}
* {{Holmes-UltConv | pages=62–63}}
* {{cite magazine|url= https://www.caranddriver.com/reviws/a15132578/chrysler-crossfire-srt-6-road-test/ |title=Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6 – Road Test |date=August 2004 |first=Aaron |last=Robinson |magazine=Car & Driver |access-date=9 March 2023}}
* {{cite web|url= https://mycarquest.com/2020/06/the-chrysler-crossfire-back-under-the-spotlight.html |title=The Chrysler Crossfire – Back Under the Spotlight |date=27 June 2020 |first=Wallace |last=Wyss |website=mycarquest.com |access-date=13 July 2025}}
* {{cite web|url= http://car-reviews.automobile.com/Chrysler/review/2004-chrysler-crossfire-coupe-road-test/863/ |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20120206143645/http://www.automobile.com/2004-chrysler-crossfire.html |archive-date=6 February 2012 |title=2004 Chrysler Crossfire|publisher=Automobile |access-date=2 April 2013 }}
* {{cite web |url= http://www.businessweek.com/autos/content/dec2005/bw20051228_854585.htm |title=2005 Chrysler Crossfire Roadster |date=27 December 2005 |work=Business Week |access-date=2 April 2013 |url-status=dead |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20120626132055/http://www.businessweek.com/autos/content/dec2005/bw20051228_854585.htm |archive-date=26 June 2012}}
* {{cite magazine|title=2004 Crossfire SRT-6 Packs Punch |page=30 |date=May 2004 |magazine=Motor Trend}}
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== External links ==
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* {{imcdb vehicle|make=Chrysler|model=Crossfire|Chrysler Crossfire}}
* [https://www.srt-6.com/ Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6 website]
* {{cite web |title=Chrysler Crossfire and SRT-6: the retuned Mercedes SL |url= https://www.allpar.com/threads/chrysler-crossfire-and-srt-6-the-retuned-mercedes-sl.228228/#post-1085222326 |website=allpar.com |date=16 November 2020 |access-date=9 March 2023}}
* {{cite web|url= http://www.drivesrt.com/heritage/crossfire-srt6/ |title=Crossfire SRT-6 Heritage: production 2005 - 2006 |work=Official SRT web site |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20130903183504/http://www.drivesrt.com/heritage/crossfire-srt6/ |archive-date=3 September 2013 |access-date=9 March 2023}}

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