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The 2008 Crossfire is a 2-door, 2-passenger sports car, or convertible sports car, available in two trims the Roadster Limited and the Coupe Limited. First introduced in 2001 with only the roadster, and then with the coupe in 2004.  The 2008 Crossfire is the last year of this model's run. Upon introduction, both trims are equipped with a standard 3.2-liter, V6, 215-horsepower engine that achieves 15-mpg in the city and 23-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional. The 2008 Crossfire is mostly carryover from 2007. The Crossfire enters 2008 with a tire pressure monitoring system as newly standard equipment. Competitors for this Chrysler coupe include the BMW Z4, Mercedes CLK-Class and Audi TT. The draw with the Crossfire has always been its muscular exterior styling, complemented by a twin-cockpit interior, finished in metallic accents. The Crossfire's styling is a blend of edges and subtle curves. A center spine runs the full length of the coupe and serves as a dominant design feature. A tapered boat-tail shape highlights the rear end, which emphasizes the large rear wheels, tires and fender. The Crossfire offers a distinctive side view and poised stance. The goal for Chrysler was to roll out something that was unique enough for consumer to notice. The end result: there was nothing else on the road that looks like the Crossfire. The roadster and coupe are nearly identical, with the convertible top and short trunk lid keeping the coupe's look nearly intact on the open-air version. The Crossfire's bodysides are relatively tall, but glass surfaces are minimal. 
   
Crossfire Driving   
For safe driving, the Crossfire comes standard with side-impact airbags, a tire pressure monitoring system, all-disc antilock brakes and an electronic stability system. Chrysler updated the car's airbags for 2007, adding knee airbags for the driver and passenger, making the driver's front airbag a multi-stage deployment one and adding an occupant-sensing passenger airbag. The 2008 Chrysler Crossfire coupe and roadster are the last of their breed: A rebodied version of the last-generation Mercedes-Benz SLK, the Crossfire was dumped after 2008 from the Chrysler lineup due to slow sales. The Crossfire is fun to drive and has sufficient power from its V6.  It handles with good control, though acceleration at times can feel lacking.
   

   
   
Design of the Crossfire   
The distinctive exterior doesn't really hide the fact that the Crossfire is a teensy two-seater, albeit one with a fancy, aluminum-trimmed interior. A metallic center console flows from the top of the instrument panel through the center of the car. The steering wheel is rich-looking with accents of aluminum echoed in the column's stalks. Overall, the Crossfire's interior is pleasing, with its two-tone color scheme and abundant metallic trim, it offers materials on par with its price range.

The Crossfire's styling is a blend of edges and subtle curves. A signature winged Chrysler badge up front spans the upper width of the chrome grille. The headlights have circular elements that carve their way into the car's face. Six grooves run the full length of the long hood. Side air louvers highlight the bodysides. The rear wheels are 19 inches in diameter, while the front ones measure 18 inches. Wide rear fenders end in large, sculpted taillights and dual exhaust pipes. A tapered boat-tail shape highlights the rear end, which emphasizes the large rear wheels, tires and fender. A cool feature is a retractable spoiler that activates when the Crossfire reaches 60 mph.
   
       
Powering the 2008 'Fire   
With just one powertrain option, the Crossfire's 3.2-liter V-6 generates 215 hp and 229 pounds-feet of torque. A six-speed manual gearbox or an adaptive Auto Stick five-speed automatic transmission is the choices for gearing. The automatic has a slightly hesitant passing power; quick passing response requires a pronounced pressure on the throttle. Basically, the the six-speed manual doesn't like to be rushed, but otherwise does the job. The 330-hp SRT6 version from years past was been dropped after 2007. Peak torque comes on stream at 3000 rpm, which helps make the Crossfire sports car quick at low speeds. But open it up on the highway, and the rush doesn't continue with the same urgency. The Crossfire is capable of going from zero to 60 in the high 6-second range when equipped with the manual transmission; figure a few 10ths more for the five-speed auto.
   

   
   
Crossfire Cabin   
Though the cabin has a decidedly sporty and somewhat cramped feel, the ride is more akin to that of a sedan. The Crossfire is considered to be among the most-comfortable two-seat sports cars from the 2008 market. The cabin is certainly not about versatility or utility, as only two occupants fit in, but there are some organizational and storage cubbies and nooks. The Crossfire has a feeling of being cocooned inside, with a high beltline rising toward the rear, a sloping roof, and a pinched view out the back.  The center console is fairly large, but the cabin is wide enough not to feel confining. Tall drivers who need to push the seat far back may find the headliner too close, however. A metallic center console flows from the top of the instrument panel through the center of the car. The seats are trimmed in either cloth or leather upholstery. The ignition switch is on the instrument panel. The white-on-black gauges have a chrome trim ring.
   
   
Conclusions   
The reign of the Chrysler Crossfire did not last long; first rolled out in 2001, updated with a new model in 2004, and axed after 2008.  The Crossfire was billed by Chrysler as an exciting, new, and unique vehicle, and it certainly delivered. However, poor sales during its last few years of production resulted in its ultimate demise.  Despite having a cramped cabin and far from spectacular performance, the Crossfire does have style and a fun to drive attitude about it.

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