How many miles per gallon does a Chrysler 400 get?
There is no current production model named "Chrysler 400." The closest real-world reference is the Chrysler 300, and fuel economy varies by year, engine, and drivetrain. A typical recent Chrysler 300 with the 3.6-liter V6 and rear-wheel drive gets about 23 miles per gallon combined (roughly 19 mpg city and 30 mpg highway).
Clarifying the model name
Readers often confuse model numbers or recall older nomenclature. Since Chrysler has not offered a new model called the 400 in recent years, mpg figures you’ll encounter are tied to the Chrysler 300 and its available engines. The following figures reflect commonly cited EPA estimates for current or recent-model-year configurations of the 300 family.
For reference, here are typical EPA estimates for common engine configurations in recent Chrysler 300 models:
- 3.6-liter V6, rear-wheel drive (RWD): about 19 mpg city / 30 mpg highway; around 23 mpg combined.
- 3.6-liter V6, all-wheel drive (AWD): about 18 mpg city / 27–28 mpg highway; around 21–22 mpg combined.
- 5.7-liter Hemi V8: about 16 mpg city / 25 mpg highway; around 19 mpg combined.
These figures are EPA estimates for recent model years and can vary with trim, tire size, and driving style. Always check the exact window sticker for the vehicle you’re evaluating.
What affects your actual mpg
Real-world fuel economy is influenced by more than the sticker number. The following factors can move your actual mpg up or down:
- Engine condition and maintenance (air filters, spark plugs, oil changes).
- Terrain and driving style (city stop-and-go vs. steady highway cruising).
- Vehicle load, roof racks, and aerodynamic modifications.
- Tire type and inflation levels; wheel and tire size can impact efficiency.
- Air conditioning use and climate conditions.
In practice, expect real-world mpg to deviate from EPA estimates by several mpg depending on these factors.
How to verify the exact mpg for a specific vehicle
To confirm precise fuel economy for a specific car year and trim, use these steps:
- Identify the exact model year, trim, drivetrain, and engine configuration.
- Check the EPA window sticker for the vehicle or search the EPA Fuel Economy database for that configuration.
- Compare observed fuel economy with the EPA ratings, accounting for driving conditions.
- Review owner-reported MPG data if available, but prioritize official EPA estimates for accuracy.
For the most accurate figure, reference the vehicle’s EPA sticker or the official EPA Fuel Economy database for that exact configuration.
Summary
The name "Chrysler 400" does not correspond to a current model; the closest reference is the Chrysler 300. MPG depends on engine and drivetrain, with typical recent estimates around 23 mpg combined for the 3.6L V6 RWD configuration, lower values for AWD and V8 variants. Always verify the specific year, trim, and drivetrain to obtain the exact fuel-economy figure.
