Most advanced Chrysler ever built as the company's own creative interpretation of the classic mid-engine super car architecture
Idea conceived as a spectacular follow-up to the Dodge Tomahawk shown in 2003
Ultimate engineering and design statement from Chrysler in terms of advanced materials, aerodynamic efficiency and vehicle dynamic performance
ME Four-Twelve adds new aura of performance to the Chrysler brand; balancing elegance and power - exuding strength, performance and prestige
AMG Powertrain and Ricardo Clutch Transmission
for Unmatched 0-60 Performance
All-aluminum, quad-turbo, 6.0-liter V-12 engine with electronic sequential multipoint fuel injection and a 9.0:1 compression ratio delivers 850 bhp @ 5750 rpm
850 lb-ft. (1150 Nm) of torque between 2500 and 4500 rpm
Curb weight of just 2880 lbs. (1310 kg), weight-to-power ratio of 3.4 lbs/bhp
0-60 mph in 2.9 seconds, 0-100 mph in 6.2 seconds; quarter mile in 10.6 seconds at 142.0 mph (projections/modeling); estimated top speed of 248 mph (400 km/h)
Designed and packaged to achieve outstanding thermal performance under extreme operating conditions; large capacity, high-efficiency engine-cooling system allows engine to retain optimum thermal performance
Exclusive 7-speed Ricardo Double Clutch Transmission with latest double wet-clutch technology and electronic control strategy delivers uninterrupted torque to the rear wheels with 200 millisecond shift times
Advanced Composite Structure, Cat-Quick Agility
Advanced, carbon fiber bodywork mate to a carbon fiber and aluminum honeycomb monocoque tub; aluminum crush structures and chrome-moly sub-frames complete rigid support structure
Suspension, steering and brakes engineered for super car performance
Structure achieves an ultra lightweight design with outstanding vehicle rigidity and complies with all US federal regulations related to impact testing.
Suspension comprised of double wishbones, aluminum control arms, horizontally-opposed coil-over dampers with electronically controlled compression and rebound tuning, stainless-steel push rods and a blade configured anti-roll bar
Braking system featuring massive 15.0-inch (381 mm) ventilated carbon ceramic composite disc brake rotors with six-piston aluminum mono block calipers
Cast aluminum wheels: 19x10-inch front and 20x12.5-inch rear with Michelin high-performance radials (front: 265/35ZR19, rear: 335/30ZR20)
Ultimate Chrysler Engineering and Design Statement – to the Last Aerodynamic Detail
44.9 inches tall, 78.7 inches wide and 178.8-inches long
Carbon fiber body work with “chiseled all from one piece” look, honed from hours of development in the Chrysler Group wind tunnel
Computer controlled active rear spoiler provides unwavering stability at the ultra-high speeds of which ME Four-Twelve is capable
All body openings optimized for maximum thermal performance
Large vented front and rear wheel houses and active and passive aerodynamic devices reduce lift
A Tasteful and Purposeful Interior Environment
Chrysler brand beauty and elegance blended with the function and form essential in the ultimate super car
Interior shows carbon fiber structure of the body tub throughout
Leather-covered sport seats, tilt steering wheel, automatic climate control and premium audio system
Competitive-in-class interior roominess with 37.2 in (942 mm) of headroom, and 42.7 in (1085 mm) of legroom
Large glass roof panel from the windshield to the rear header
Passenger-side adjustable foot support helps keep the “co-pilot” in position during extreme cornering maneuvers
Steering wheel mounted controls and centrally mounted driver controls
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: 20 years ago