Chrysler 300 vs Toyota Camry
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular Sedans compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Chrysler 300: we're still completing price, kerb weight and 0-100km/h.
Toyota Camry: we're still completing length, 0-100km/h, warranty, ground clearance and turning circle, plus 3 others.
Blank cells below mean we don't have that figure, not that the car scores badly on it. We leave them empty rather than estimate, so any row where one car is blank isn't a like-for-like comparison yet.
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Price Breakdown
Pricing for one or both models is yet to be confirmed for the Australian market. We will update this comparison when official RRPs are announced.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Feature Showdown
The Chrysler 300 features a 8.4-inch touchscreen paired with a 7-inch digital dash, while the Toyota Camry gets a 7-inch display and 4.2-inch instruments.
The Chrysler 300 stands out with heated front seats, ventilated seats and Alpine audio that you will not find on the Toyota Camry. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Drivetrain
The Chrysler 300 lines up producing 210kW and 340Nm of torque, sent through a 8-speed automatic transmission with steering wheel mounted paddle shifters to a RWD layout.
The Toyota Camry lines up making 133kW and 231Nm, paired to a 6-speed automatic transmission with sequential shift driving the front wheels.
The Chrysler 300 has the clear power advantage at 210kW vs 133kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
11.5m diameter
Average
Based on 11.5m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
Interactive simulator: U-turns, parking & towing
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns are easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
Average
Needs a 3-point turn (one reverse)
Needs about 9.8 m to swing round without stopping. Road is 9.0 m.
U-turn on a wide street
≥ 10 m: clears in one
U-turn on a standard street
7 m: 3-point turn
Standard parking bay
1.9 m wide: fits with room
Tight carpark aisle
6 m: careful, tight swing
Narrow laneway
3.5 m: no room to turn
Turning circle ratings
Standard widths: AU local streets carry ~5.5–7 m of carriageway; main roads ~9–12 m. AS 2890.1 carpark aisles are ~5.8–6.6 m for 90° bays (2.6 m wide × 5.4 m deep).
Road, aisle, swing and off-tracking figures are indicative estimates from the published turning circle. Verify in person before relying on them.
True Cost to Own
Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Chrysler 300 if: You prioritise performance, or prefer Chrysler's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Toyota Camry if: You or prefer Toyota's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The Chrysler 300 takes 1 of 1 key spec categories. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Chrysler 300 and Toyota Camry?
The Toyota Camry is the cheapest at $27,690 before on-road costs.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Chrysler 300 uses the least fuel at 9.7L/100km on the combined cycle.
Which is safest?
They are evenly matched — Toyota Camry all hold a 5-star ANCAP rating. Compare the active-safety features above to separate them.
Which can tow the most?
The Chrysler 300 has the highest braked towing capacity at 1,724kg.
Which is the most powerful?
The Chrysler 300 makes the most power at 210kW.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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