The Chrysler 200C EV was a

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built by the U.S. automaker

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Overview

The vehicle was based on the shortened

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. The

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sedan included gasoline engine rated and a electric motor with an electric only range of and a combined range of . P245/45R20 front and rear tires. The car had a acceleration of approximately 7 seconds, with top speed of over . The interior incorporated uConnect features controlled via a panoramic multimedia touch screen. It included a "teen mode" which warned of erratic driving or going out of a specified range, and limited the maximum speed. The vehicle was unveiled in 2009

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Design

The exterior design was led by Nick Malachowski. The interior was designed by Chrysler LLC's Advance Interior Design Studio, led by Ryan Patrick Joyce. The vehicle flooring was inspired by a Zen rock garden.

References

External links

allpar: 2009 Chrysler 200C Concept Car
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