By KBB Editors
Updated December 23, 2019
If you are a sucker for great styling and like to own what will no doubt be a future collectible, check out the Crossfire. This is a true driver’s car, with terrific performance, a great interior and a very comfortable ride.
If you are over six feet, you may find the interior is a bit too cramped; a rear bulkhead prevents the seats from reclining when they are fully retracted. You also should be prepared for the replacement costs associated with the 18- and 19-inch tires: They won’t be cheap.
Model choices are reduced to a single trim: Limited.
The Crossfire was created during the now-terminated merger between German giant Daimler AG and the Chrysler Corporation. The car’s stunning exterior quickly went from paper to concept to production vehicle, where it is currently available as both a coupe and convertible. Using the previous-generation Mercedes-Benz SLK’s underpinnings, the Crossfire inherited much of that car’s admirable performance and handling, but it also inherited such shortcomings as a cramped cockpit and lofty price tag. Now in its last year of production the Crossfire still stands out in crowd, and it can still turn heads — as well as accelerate from zero to 60 mph in less than seven seconds.
2008 Chrysler Crossfire pricing starts at $6,951 for the Crossfire Limited Coupe 2D, which had a starting MSRP of $36,685 when new. The range-topping 2008 Crossfire Limited Roadster 2D starts at $8,655 today, originally priced from $41,130.
Original MSRP | KBB Fair Purchase Price (nat'l average) | |||
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$36,685 | $6,951 | |||
$41,130 | $8,655 |
The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 2008 Chrysler Crossfire models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.
The Crossfire comes standard with a six-speed manual transmission that feels solid as a rock. Going down the road and around corners, you can feel the big wheels and tires doing their best to keep the car planted firmly to the pavement; the Crossfire’s tires were specially designed for the car and are available in two types: Summer or all-season. As long as the road stays fairly dry, you will find the Crossfire to be a driver’s dream car. It goes into and through corners with snappy response, sure precision and very little lean. Though its handling prowess easily rivals all but a very few of the finest sports cars, the Crossfire does not punish its occupants with a harsh ride, returning instead a surprisingly smooth one that gets harsh only on truly uncivilized roads.
Inside the Crossfire is where the Mercedes’ influence can best be seen. The dash is a mixture of Chrysler colors and gauge fonts with Mercedes mechanicals (the radio and cruise-control stalk being the two most obvious.) It’s a tight fit for tall adults, and there is not much room in the rear hatch for much more than a few pieces of soft luggage. The Roadster gets a small trunk in place of the hatchback’s cargo hold.
Conceived by a visionary young Chrysler designer on a piece of scrap paper, the Crossfire has remained fairly true to his first few drawings. From its elegantly sculpted hood to the spine running down the back of the car to the side air vents, everything about the 2008 Chrysler Crossfire says classic. Big 18- and 19-inch wheels truly bring the design to life, and in roadster form the stunning design becomes even more beautiful.
Side Air Intakes
Functional side air intakes are a nice touch.
Retractable Rear Wing
Retractable rear wing automatically extends at speeds above 60 mph.
The Crossfire comes loaded with dual-zone air conditioning, leather seats, power windows, power locks, remote keyless entry, AM/FM stereo with CD and six Infinity speakers, four-wheel ABS disc brakes, traction control, six-speed manual transmission, electronic stability control, leather-wrapped telescoping wheel, cruise control, heated power seats (eight-way for the driver, four-way for the passenger), side-impact airbags and a retractable rear wing. The Roadster adds a power cloth top and glass rear window.
A five-speed automatic transmission, two-tone leather seating and onboard navigation are the only options.
To be sure, no one would accuse the Crossfire of being all show and no go. Chrysler has adapted the Mercedes 3.2-liter V6 for duty in this stylish coupe. Rated at 215 horsepower and 229 lb-ft. of torque, this smooth-running engine develops great power and produces an equally impressive exhaust note.
3.2-liter V6
215 horsepower @ 5700 rpm
229 lb.-ft. of torque @ 3000 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy:15/23 (manual), 19/25 (automatic)
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Year | Vehicle Depreciation* | Resale Value | Trade-In Value | ||
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2021 | $190 | $6,021 | $4,550 | ||
2022 | + $66 | $6,087 | $4,508 | ||
2023 | $397 | $5,690 | $4,195 | ||
Now | $379 | $5,311 | $4,175 |
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Curb Weight | 3061 lbs. | ||
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EPA Passenger | 48.0 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 36.9 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 42.7 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 2 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 4.9 inches | ||
Overall Length | 159.8 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 52.7 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 7.6 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 32.2 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 94.5 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 69.5 inches |
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
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Fog Lights | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 2 doors | ||
Privacy Glass | Available | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
City | 19 mpg | ||
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Highway | 25 mpg | ||
Combined | 21 mpg |
Drivetrain | RWD | ||
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Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
5 speed | Available | ||
Recommended Fuel | Premium |
Horsepower | 215 @ 5700 RPM | ||
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Torque | 229 @ 3000 rpm | ||
Engine | V6, 3.2 Liter |
Basic | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
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Powertrain | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 5 years / 100000 miles |
Used 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | Used 2015 Hyundai Veloster | Used 2014 Kia Forte | Used 2013 Nissan Altima | ||
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Price | $6,951 | $6,390 | $6,408 | $6,622 | |
KBB.com Rating | N/A | 3.5 | 4.0 | 4.3 | |
Consumer Rating | 4.7 | 4.1 | 4.2 | 4.1 | |
Fuel Economy | City 19/Hwy 25/Comb 21 MPG | City 27/Hwy 36/Comb 30 MPG | City 25/Hwy 34/Comb 28 MPG | City 23/Hwy 32/Comb 26 MPG | |
Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
Safety Rating | N/A | 5.0 | N/A | N/A | |
Seating Capacity | 2 | 4 | 5 | 5 | |
Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 5 years or 60000 miles | 5 years or 60000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | |
Horsepower | 215 @ 5700 RPM | 138 @ 6300 RPM | 173 @ 6500 RPM | 175 @ 5600 RPM | |
Engine | V6, 3.2 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, GDI, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |