In further evidence of the Chrysler Group’s commitment to growing its local line-up, the Group has today revealed the all-new Sebring Cabrio, unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto Show overnight, will be launched in Australia at the end of 2007.
“Chrysler is a marque on the rise,” said Gerry Jenkins, managing director for the Chrysler Group in Australia.
“It’s the second fastest growing brand in Australia and the Sebring Cabrio is yet another example of our brand’s broadening appeal.
“Along with the Sebring Sedan, which arrives mid-next year, Chrysler will have seven models in the market by the end of 2007, over double the offerings we had only 13 months back,” said Jenkins.
Driven by the success of the 300C large sedan Chrysler has seen an amazing resurgence over the past year. Sales are up 70 per cent for the year and with plenty of striking product on the way the future for the U.S. icon looks bright.
The Chrysler Sebring Cabrio has long held the honor of America's favorite open-air vehicle having been the best-selling convertible in the United States for seven of the past 11 years. And according to Jenkins this latest model is ideal for the Australian market with its standout design and value.
“The new Sebring is a stunning four seat two-door Cabrio that not only delivers standout Chrysler design but will offer outstanding value for money compared to other full-sized convertibles in Australia,” said Jenkins.
“The Sebring Convertible offers a combination of unmistakable road presence, athletic handling and innovative technologies, as well as plenty of room for people and gear.
“We are negotiating hard with the U.S. to achieve a starting price in the mid-$50,000 range. At that price no full-sized convertible comes close!” he said.
Chrysler’s Sebring Cabrio features a retractable hard roof that folds into three sections and stows in less than 30 seconds. Standard roof system features include remote control operation from the key fob, standard powered tonneau cover and automatic latching.
The stunning Cabrio will be powered by a 2.7-litre V6 petrol engine delivering 141 kW of power and 259 Nm of torque.
Three inches longer than the Sebring Sedan, the Sebring Cabrio has a spacious interior that comfortably sits four adults and enough room in the boot to hold two golf bags when the top is dropped, or four when it us up.
The Chrysler Sebring Convertible will come with a high level of safety features, including Electronic Stability Program and the equivalent of eight air bags as standard, and has been engineered to have an extremely rigid body structure for a quiet, comfortable ride, even when the top is down.
