£27,275
What’s new
Chrysler’s striking 300C is now available as an estate under the Touring name. Power comes from the Mercedes-derived 3.0-litre diesel.
Excellent
Running costs have more established executive estates weeping. Impressive standard equipment includes automatic gearbox, heated leather (electrically adjustable) seats, cruise control and much more.
Good
Excellent prestige road presence.
Average
The driving experience isn’t as sharp and precise as with European rivals and the dashboard look and feel is less prestige.
Poor
Plastic boot organiser is a good idea but is too flimsy and can get squashed with mildly heavy loads such as big bags of dog food.
Verdict
A low cost, great looking alternative to the prestige executive usuals.
