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Chrysler 300 · Model year 2020 · No longer built

2020 Chrysler 300 specs, maintenance & manuals

Shopping for a used 2020 Chrysler 300 or keeping one on the road? Here are the factory spec sheet, the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 10 manufacturer publications and its towing capacity (up to 1,000 lb), straight from the factory sources.

Max towing
1,000 lb
Schedule covers
150k miles
Publications
10

2020 Chrysler 300 specs & features

Engines, gear ratios, suspension, brakes, dimensions and capacities as published in the manufacturer's 2020 specification sheet.

General information+
Vehicle TypeE-segment sedan, rear-wheel drive (RWD), all-wheel drive (AWD)
Assembly PlantBrampton Assembly Plant, Ontario, Canada
EPA Vehicle ClassLarge car
Introduction Date2015 as a 2015 model
Body/chassis+
LayoutLongitudinal front engine, RWD or AWD
ConstructionUnitized steel body and aluminum hood
Engine: 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6+
AvailabilityStandard — 300 Touring (RWD/AWD), 300 Touring L (RWD/AWD), 300S (RWD/AWD) and 300 Limited (RWD/AWD)
Type and Description60-degree V-type, liquid-cooled
Displacement220 cu. in. (3,604 cc)
Bore x Stroke3.78 x 3.27 (96.0 x 83.0)
Valve SystemChain-driven DOHC, 24 valves, hydraulic end-pivot roller rockers
Fuel InjectionSequential, multiport, electronic, returnless
ConstructionAluminum deep-skirt block with aluminum-alloy heads
Compression Ratio10.2:1
Power (SAE net)292 bhp (218 kW) @ 6,350 rpm; 300 bhp (224 kW) @ 6,350 rpm – 300S only
Torque (SAE net)260 lb.-ft. (353 N•m) @ 4,800 rpm; 264 lb.-ft. (358 N•m) @ 4,800 rpm – 300S only
Max. Engine Speed6,400 rpm (electronically limited)
Fuel RequirementUnleaded regular, 87 octane (R+M)/2 (Federal Bin 5, 37-state compliant)
Oil Capacity6 quarts (5.7 liters)
Coolant Capacity14 quarts (13.25 liters)
Emission ControlsDual three-way catalytic converters, heated oxygen sensors and internal engine features
Max. Gross Trailer Weight (unbraked trailer)1,000 lbs. (454 kg)
EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city/hwy)TBD (RWD); TBD (AWD)
Engine Assembly PlantTrenton South Engine Plant, Trenton, Michigan
Engine: 5.7-liter HEMI® V-8 with Fuel Saver Technology+
AvailabilityStandard — 300C; Optional — 300S RWD
Type and Description90-degree V-type, liquid-cooled with variable-cam timing (VCT)
Displacement345 cu. in. (5654 cc)
Bore x Stroke3.92 x 3.58 (99.5 x 90.9)
Valve SystemPushrod-operated overhead valves, 16 valves, eight deactivating and eight conventional hydraulic lifters, all with roller followers
Fuel InjectionSequential, multiport, electronic, returnless
ConstructionDeep-skirt cast-iron block with cross-bolted main bearing caps, aluminum alloy heads with hemispherical combustion chambers
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Power (SAE net)363 bhp (270 kW) @ 5,200 rpm
Torque (SAE net)394 lb.-ft. (534 N•m) @ 4,200 rpm
Max. Engine Speed5,800 rpm (electronically limited)
Fuel RequirementUnleaded midgrade, 89 octane (R+M)/2 — recommended; Unleaded regular, 87 octane (R+M)/2 — acceptable
Oil Capacity7 quarts (6.6 liters)
Coolant Capacity14.7 quarts (13.9 liters)
Emission ControlsDual close-coupled three-way catalytic converters, quad heated oxygen sensors and internal engine features
Max. Gross Trailer Weight1,000 lbs. (454 kg)
EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city/hwy/combined)TBD
Transmission: TorqueFlite 8HP50 eight-speed automatic+
AvailabilityStandard with 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine, RWD
DescriptionAdaptive electronic control and available paddle-shifted driver-interactive manual control (Sport mode on 300S only). Five-clutch pack design with only two open clutches in any gear. Off-center line pump with low-viscosity oil for reduced spin loss. Torque converter lock with turbine torsional damper for low lock-up speeds in first through eighth gear
1st4.71
2nd3.14
3rd2.10
4th1.67
5th1.29
6th1.00
7th0.84
8th0.67
Reverse3.30
Final Drive Ratio2.62
Overall Top Gear1.76
Transmission: 850RE TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic+
AvailabilityStandard with 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine, AWD
DescriptionAdaptive electronic control and available paddle-shifted driver-interactive manual control (Sport mode on 300S only). Five-clutch pack design with only two open clutches in any gear. Off-center line pump with low-viscosity oil for reduced spin loss. Torque converter lock with turbine torsional damper for low lock-up speeds in first through eighth gear
1st4.71
2nd3.14
3rd2.10
4th1.67
5th1.29
6th1.00
7th0.84
8th0.67
Reverse3.30
Final Drive Ratio3.07
Overall Top Gear2.05
Transmission: TorqueFlite 8HP70 eight-speed automatic+
AvailabilityStandard with 5.7-liter engine
DescriptionAdaptive electronic control, configurable drive modes and paddle-shifted driver-interactive manual control, five-clutch pack design with only two open clutches in any gear, off-center line pump with low-viscosity oil for reduced spin loss, torque converter lock with turbine torsional damper for low lock-up speeds in first through eighth gear
1st4.71
2nd3.14
3rd2.11
4th1.67
5th1.29
6th1.00
7th0.84
8th0.67
Reverse3.32
Overall Top Gear1.75
Transfer case+
AvailabilityStandard — AWD models
TypeActive, fully variable with front-axle disconnect
Center DifferentialPlanetary
Torque Split, Front/RearFully variable
Electrical system+
Alternator160-amp — standard on 300 Touring and 300 Touring L; 180-amp — standard on 300S, 300 Limited and 300C
BatteryH7 Case, 730 CCA, maintenance-free
Steering+
TypeElectric power steering (EPS) with multi-mode assist
Overall Ratio15.5:1 — V-6 (RWD); 16.5:1 — V-6 (AWD); 15.5:1 — V-8 (RWD)
Turn Circle (curb-to-curb)37.4 ft.
Steering Turns (lock-to-lock)2.8 — V-6 (RWD); 3.1 — V-6 (AWD); 2.8 — V-8 (RWD)
Suspension+
FrontIndependent SLA with high upper “A” arm; Lateral and diagonal lower links (RWD models), one-piece lower-control arms (AWD models); Coil spring over gas-charged monotube shock absorbers; 32 mm hollow stabilizer bar
RearFive-link independent with coil springs; Link-type 19 mm hollow stabilizer bar and isolated suspension cradle; Gas-charged monotube shock absorbers; Isolated suspension cradle
Touring-tuned SuspensionStandard on 300 Touring, 300 Touring L, 300 Limited and 300C
Performance-tuned SuspensionStandard on 300S
Sport-tuned SuspensionAvailable on 300S
Comfort-tuned SuspensionOptional on 300 Touring and 300 Touring L
AWD Touring-tuned SuspensionStandard on 300 Touring AWD, 300 Touring L AWD, 300S AWD and 300 Limited AWD
Dimensions and capacities+
Wheelbase120 (3,048)
Track, Front63.4 (1,611)
Track, Rear63.8 (1,620)
Overall Length198.6 (5,044)
Overall Width75.0 (1,902)
Overall Height58.5 (1,485) — 300 (RWD with 18-in. tires); 58.7 (1,492) — 300 (RWD with 20-in. tires); 59.2 (1,503) — 300 (AWD with 19-in. tires)
Frontal Area, sq. ft. (sq. m)26 (660); 26.1 (663) — AWD
Ground Clearance4.7 (120) — 300 (RWD with 18-in. tires); 5.0 (127) — 300 (RWD with 20-in. tires); 4.8 (122) — 300 (AWD with 19-in. tires)
Drag Coefficient (Cd)0.320
Curb Weight, lb. (kg)4,013 (1,820) — V-6 (RWD); 4,267 (1,935) — V-6 (AWD); 4,380 (1,987) — V-8 (RWD)
Weight Distribution, percent F/R52/48 — V-6 (RWD); 53/47— V-6 (AWD); 53/47— V-8 (RWD)
Fuel Tank Capacity, gallons (liters)18.5 (70.0)

The sheet's heading carries a footnote marker (C) with no footnote text on the page. Dimensions are in inches (millimeters) unless noted, measured at curb weight with standard tires and wheels.

Accommodations: front+
Seating Capacity, F/R2/3
Headroom38.6 (981); 36.9 (936.6) with dual-pane sunroof
Legroom41.8 (1,061)
Shoulder room59.5 (1,510)
Hip room56.2 (1,428)
Seat travelDriver — 10.6 (270); Passenger — 8.66 (220)
Recliner angle range, deg.Power — 70.7; Manual — 70.0
EPA front row interior volume, cu. ft. (cu. m)55.6 (1.57)
Accommodations: rear seat+
Headroom37.9 (963); 36.9 (937) with dual-pane sunroof
Legroom40.1 (1,019)
Knee clearance3.9 (99)
Shoulder room57.7 (1,465)
Hip room56.1 (1,425)
EPA second row interior volume, cu. ft. (cu. m)50.7 (1.44)
Interior and cargo volume+
Total interior volume, cu. ft. (cu. m)106.3 (3.01)
EPA Luggage Compartment Volume, cu. ft. (cu. m)16.3 (0.46)
EPA Interior Volume Index, cu. ft. (cu. m)122.6 (3.47)
Trunk Liftover Height30.1 (769)
Tires: P215/65R17 Michelin Energy Saver+
AvailabilityStandard on 300 Touring
Size and typeP215/65R17 Low-rolling resistance
Mfr. and modelMichelin Energy Saver
Revs per mile (km)745 (463)
Tires: P225/60R18 Firestone FR 710+
AvailabilityStandard on 300 Touring L; Optional on 300 Touring (included with Driver Convenience Group)
Size and typeP225/60R18 BSW Touring
Mfr. and modelFirestone FR 710
Revs per mile (km)730 (453)
Tires: 235/55R19 Michelin Primacy MXM4+
AvailabilityStandard on 300 Touring AWD, 300 Touring L AWD, 300S AWD and 300 Limited AWD
Size and type235/55R19 BSW All-season performance
Mfr. and modelMichelin Primacy MXM4
Revs per mile (km)715 (444)
Tires: 235/55R19 Pirelli P Zero+
AvailabilityOptional on 300 Touring AWD, 300 Touring L AWD
Size and type235/55R19 BSW All-season performance
Mfr. and modelPirelli P Zero
Revs per mile (km)711 (442)
Tires: 245/45R20 Firestone Firehawk GTV+
AvailabilityStandard on 300S, 300 Limited and 300C; Optional on 300 Touring (included with Sport Appearance and Chrome Appearance) and 300 Touring L
Size and type245/45R20 BSW All-season performance
Mfr. and modelFirestone Firehawk GTV
Revs per mile (km)726 (449)
Tires: 245/45R20 Goodyear Eagle F1+
AvailabilityOptional on 300S
Size and type245/45R20 BSW Three-season high-performance
Mfr. and modelGoodyear Eagle F1
Revs per mile (km)726 (451)
Wheels: 17 x 7 Fine Silver+
AvailabilityStandard on 300 Touring
Type and materialFine Silver
Size17 x 7 in.
Wheels: 18 x 8 Polished aluminum+
AvailabilityStandard on 300 Touring L; Optional on 300 Touring (included with Driver Convenience Group)
Type and materialPolished aluminum
Size18 x 8 in.
Wheels: 19 x 7.5 Black Noise+
AvailabilityStandard on 300S AWD; Optional on 300 Touring AWD (included with AWD and Sport Appearance)
Type and materialBlack Noise
Size19 x 7.5 in.
Wheels: 19 x 7.5 Polished aluminum+
AvailabilityStandard on 300 Touring AWD, 300 Touring L AWD and 300 Limited AWD (included with AWD)
Type and materialPolished aluminum
Size19 x 7.5 in.
Wheels: 20 x 8.0 Black Noise+
AvailabilityStandard on 300S; Optional on 300 Touring (included with Sport Appearance)
Type and materialBlack Noise
Size20 x 8.0 in.
Wheels: 20 x 8.0 Polished aluminum+
AvailabilityStandard on 300 Limited; Optional on 300 Touring (included with Chrome Appearance) and 300 Touring L
Type and materialPolished aluminum
Size20 x 8.0 in.
Wheels: 20 x 8.0 Polished aluminum+
AvailabilityStandard on 300C
Type and materialPolished aluminum
Size20 x 8.0 in.
Wheels: 20 x 8.0 Black Noise+
AvailabilityOptional on 300S (included with Red S Appearance)
Type and materialBlack Noise
Size20 x 8.0 in.
Wheels: 20 x 8.0 Dark Bronze+
AvailabilityOptional on 300S (included with Alloy Edition Package – RWD only)
Type and materialDark Bronze
Size20 x 8.0
Brakes: Touring Brake Package+
AvailabilityStandard on 300 Touring, 300 Touring L, 300S and 300 Limited
Front rotor size and type12.6 x 1.1 (320 x 28) vented
Front caliper size and type2.36 (60) single-piston sliding with aluminum housing
Front swept area210 sq. in. (1,358 sq. cm)
Rear rotor size and type12.6 x 0.4 (320 x 10) solid
Rear caliper size and type1.65 (42) single-piston sliding with aluminum housing
Rear swept area264 sq. in. (1,703 sq. cm)
Brakes: Performance Brake Package+
AvailabilityStandard on 300S and 300C; Included with 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engines and AWD
Front rotor size and type13.6 x 1.26 (345 x 28) vented
Front caliper size and type1.65 (42) dual-piston sliding with aluminum housing
Front swept area249 sq. in. (1,606 sq. cm)
Rear rotor size and type12.6 x 0.87 (320 x 22) vented
Rear caliper size and type1.65 (42) single-piston sliding with aluminum housing
Rear swept area264 sq. in. (1,703 sq. cm)
Brake systems+
Four-wheel Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) and Traction ControlStandard
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Brake AssistStandard
Brake Knockback MitigationStandard
Hill-start Assist (HSA)Standard
Three-mode (Normal, Sport, Off) ESC/Traction Control Mode SelectionStandard on 300S
Power-assist Type8 + 9 (203 + 209) tandem-diaphragm vacuum booster

Source: 2020 Chrysler 300 Specifications (Stellantis media site).

2020 Chrysler 300 maintenance schedule

The factory schedule for normal driving. Oil changes follow the oil-change indicator on most models; severe use (towing, dusty roads, lots of idling) shortens some intervals.

A dot means the service is due at that mileage or after that many years, whichever comes first. Engines: see schedule title.

Service20k2 yr30k3 yr40k4 yr50k5 yr60k6 yr70k7 yr80k8 yr90k9 yr100k10 yr110k11 yr120k12 yr130k13 yr140k14 yr150k15 yr
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV/Universal joints.
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if necessary.
Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid (All Wheel Drive Only).
Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary.
Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes.
Inspect transfer case fluid (All Wheel Drive Only).
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter.
Replace cabin/air conditioning filter.
Replace spark plugs. The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply.
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
Change the transfer case fluid; if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or frequent trailer towing. (All Wheel Drive Only).
Change the rear axle fluid and on models equipped with All Wheel Drive (AWD) change the front axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or frequent trailer towing.
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary.

At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System

  • Change oil and filter
  • Rotate the tires Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before your next scheduled service
  • Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required
  • Inspect the CV/Universal joints
  • Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and parking brake
  • Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses
  • Inspect exhaust system
  • Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions, replace engine air cleaner filter if necessary.

2020 Chrysler 300 fluids & capacities

Oil, coolant, transmission and axle fluids with their capacities and specifications, wheel torque and fuel requirements, from the owner's manual.

Fluid capacities

SystemApplies toUSMetric
Fuel tank (approximate)3.6L engine18.5 gal70 L
5.7L engine18.5 gal70 L
Engine oil with filter3.6L engine6 qt5.6 L
5.7L engine7 qt6.6 L
Cooling system3.6L engine10 qt9.5 L
5.7L engine without Severe Duty II cooling system14.5 qt13.9 L
5.7L engine with Severe Duty II cooling system15 qt14.3 L

Engine fluids

ComponentFluid / gradeStandardMopar product
Engine coolantOAT (organic additive technology) coolant, 10 year/150,000 mile formula—Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula
Engine oilSAE 5W-20, API certifiedMS-6395—
Engine oil filter——Mopar Engine Oil Filter
Spark plugs——Mopar Spark Plugs

Chassis fluids & lubricants

ComponentFluid / gradeStandardMopar product
Automatic transmission (8-speed)ZF 8&9 Speed ATF, or equivalent—Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF
Brake master cylinderDOT 3SAE J1703Mopar DOT 3
Front axle (AWD models)SAE 75W-90 synthetic gear lubricant, API GL-5—Mopar Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W90
Rear axleSAE 75W-85 synthetic gear lubricant, API GL-5—Mopar OD Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W85
Transfer case (AWD models)BorgWarner 44-40 transfer case lubricant—Mopar Transfer Case Lubricant for BorgWarner 44-40

Fuel

EngineMinimumEthanol / biodiesel
3.6L engine87 octane Regular unleadedUp to 15% (E15)
5.7L engine87 octane Regular unleaded (89 recommended for optimum performance and fuel economy)Up to 15% (E15)

Wheel lug nut torque

WheelsTorqueThreadSocket
Lug nuts/bolts130 ft-lb (176 N·m)M14 x 1.5022 mm
  • Cooling system capacity includes the heater and the coolant recovery bottle filled to the MAX level.
  • Check the oil filler cap for the correct SAE grade.
  • Fuel octane is by the (R+M)/2 method.

Source: Owner's manual on Mopar.com. Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.

2020 Chrysler 300 towing capacity: up to 1,000 lbEvery 2020 tow rating by engine and drive.Open the towing chart →

2020 Chrysler 300 owner's manuals & publications

The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2020 model year.

2020 Chrysler 300 questions

How much oil does the 2020 Chrysler 300 take?

With a filter change: 3.6L engine, 6 qt / 5.6 L and 5.7L engine, 7 qt / 6.6 L. Capacities are from the owner's manual; check the dipstick or oil-life display after filling.

What kind of oil does the 2020 Chrysler 300 use?

Engine oil: SAE 5W-20, API certified (MS-6395).

When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2020 Chrysler 300?

At 20,000 miles or 2 years: inspect the cv/universal joints; inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if necessary; inspect the rear axle fluid. inspect the front axle fluid (all wheel drive only); inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary; adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes; replace cabin/air conditioning filter. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.

Where can I find the 2020 Chrysler 300 owner's manual?

The manufacturer publishes it free on Mopar.com as a PDF (linked in the manuals section above), along with quick guides, radio manuals and the warranty booklet.

Specifications come from the manufacturer's spec comparison and its media-site specification sheets; maintenance schedules, fluids and publications come from Mopar's owner site and owner's manuals. Equipment and ratings vary by configuration; check the owner's manual or a dealer for a specific vehicle. This model is no longer sold new.