2013 Chrysler 300 Glacier shows luxury all season muscle (Photos)

Chrysler announced on Jan. 18 that yet another lifestyle driven model of the 2013 Chrysler 300, the 2013 Chrysler Glacier 300 edition is now available at dealers.

The new 2013 Chrysler 300 Glacier edition follows along the line of the recently introduced 2013 Dodge Charger AWD Sport that is designed to challenge and overcome the most difficult of extreme weather conditions.

Like the Dodge Charger AWD Sport, the new 2013 Chrysler 300 Glacier has a commanding design presence along with the power and all-weather capability to carve through some of the most snow-covered landscapes from the city to a snow-covered ski resort,

With its state-of-the-art eight-speed automatic transmission, steering-wheel mounted paddle shifters, and a more powerful 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine with new sport-tuned exhaust and cold-air induction system delivering 300 horsepower — the new 2013 Chrysler 300 Glacier delivers best-in-class fuel economy (18 mpg city / 27 mpg highway, while providing maximum all-weather traction, efficiency and driving performance through the segment’s most advanced AWD system.

For even more power, the new Chrysler 300 Glacier also offers the legendary 5.7-liter HEMI® V-8 engine with four-cylinder mode Fuel Saver Technology to deliver 363 horsepower and up to 23 mpg highway.

The Chrysler 300 Glacier’s AWD system features a segment-exclusive active transfer case and front-axle-disconnect system to improve real-world fuel economy.

The Chrysler 300’s innovative AWD system seamlessly transitions between rear-wheel drive and AWD with no driver intervention.

When AWD is not required, the system automatically disconnects the front axle to maximize fuel economy while still providing the outstanding fun-to-drive performance and handling inherent in rear-wheel-drive vehicles.

Building on the avant-garde appearance of the Chrysler 300S model, the new 300 Glacier features contemporary exterior and interior styling elements for a flagship sedan that delivers refinement within its landmark design.

This Chrysler 300 Glacier sedan appears to have been born with an ice-cool demeanor. The unique body-color fascia accents, along with Gloss Black mirrors, headlamp bezels and Black Chrome sculpted horizontal grille blades give the Glacier a low-key street presence.

Emphasizing the Chrysler 300 Glacier’s iconic silhouette and head-turning proportions even more is an all-new Gloss Black painted roof option.

To insure that the Chrysler 300 Glacier has the right size feet to handle inclement streets, this AWD sedan is fitted with 19-inch eight spoke aluminum wheels finished in Satin Carbon with P235/55R19 all-season performance tires.

Exterior paint colors for this Chrysler 300 include Bright White, Billet Silver Metallic and exclusively to this model, Glacier Blue Pearl Coat.

On the inside of this new Chrysler 300 Glacier, the winter season athletic-luxury theme continues with 12-way power driver and passenger sport seats featuring black “Falls” cloth in the seat centers and leather-wrapped bolsters in black and finished with black French-seamed stitching.

Exclusive use of Piano Black on interior center stack, instrument panel, steering wheel, gauge cluster and door panel elements provide a uniquely lacquered and highly detailed appearance.

For even more spirited driving, die-cast steering-wheel mounted paddle shifters with “sport mode” are ergonomically designed behind the 300 Glacier’s black leather-wrapped thick-rimmed steering wheel. Completing the interior look are matte carbon hydrographic accents and black floor mats with black velour binding and “Glacier” logo embroidered.

The new 2013 Chrysler 300 Glacier joins other personalities that are capable from its elegant and iconic design.

Those other Chrysler 300 personalities are the ultimate in muscle – Chrysler 300 SRT8, the ultimate in luxury – new Chrysler 300C John Varvatos Luxury Edition and the ultimate audiophile – Chrysler 300S with Beats by Dr. Dre.

Now arriving just in time to tackle winter, the ultimate all-weather athlete – the new Chrysler 300 Glacier is available for the discriminating yet uncompromising driver.

The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) is $36,845 (excluding $995 destination).

The 2013 Chrysler 300 Glacier is available at dealerships now.

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