Which is cheaper to maintain, the Chrysler 200 or the Chrysler 200?

Based on 5-year routine maintenance labor at a $150/hr indie shop rate, the Chrysler 200 is cheaper to maintain — about $1,566 less over 60,000 miles. Parts cost is not included.

What's the labor difference between the 2.4L I4 Tigershark and the 3.6L V6 Pentastar?

Across 35 common maintenance jobs, hours vary by drivetrain and engine layout. See the side-by-side table on this page for each job's labor hours and estimated cost.

Are there any active recalls on the Chrysler 200 or Chrysler 200?

The Chrysler 200 has 1 open NHTSA recall. The Chrysler 200 has 1 open recall. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.

2017 Chrysler 200 vs 2014 Chrysler 200 — Labor Times, Costs & Recalls

Specifications

Year

2017

2014

Engine

2.4L I4 Tigershark

3.6L V6 Pentastar

Drivetrain

FWD

Transmission

automatic

Fuel

gas

Powertrain

Engine output, acceleration, top speed, handling, braking — and Nürburgring if either car ran one.

Horsepower

—hp

Torque

—lb-ft

0–60 mph

—

Quarter Mile

—

Top Speed

—

Skidpad

—

60–0 Braking

—

70–0 Braking

—

MPG · City

MPG · Highway

MPG · Combined

Performance specs synthesized from manufacturer figures and instrumented magazine tests (Car and Driver, Motor Trend, Road & Track). MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Numbers flagged as "low confidence" by AI generation are conservative estimates from related platforms.

Cost of Ownership

★ WINNER

5-Year Maintenance

$25,307

0.42 $/mi

5-Year Maintenance

$26,873

0.45 $/mi

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ADVANTAGEChrysler 200 — Saves you $1,566 over 5 years (6% less in routine maintenance labor)

Routine maintenance only. Cost = labor hours × $150/hr × estimated 5-yr frequency. Parts cost not included.

Maintenance Breakdown

Hours per common service. Lower is faster (and cheaper) at the shop.

2.4L Tigershark Engine Catastrophic Failure (Piston/Bearing Failure)

— hrs$3,900 / 5yr

— hrs

2.4L Tigershark Engine Oil Consumption and Bearing Failure

— hrs

— hrs$3,900 / 5yr

Oil & filter change

0.4 hrs$1,200 / 5yr

Tire rotation

0.4 hrs$480 / 5yr

0.5 hrs$600 / 5yr

Differential fluid

1.5 hrs$530 / 5yr

Cylinder Head Gasket Failure (2.4L)

— hrs

— hrs$997 / 5yr

Rear brake pads

1.2 hrs$500 / 5yr

1.0 hrs$440 / 5yr

Front brake pads

1.2 hrs$520 / 5yr

0.8 hrs$400 / 5yr

9-Speed Transmission Oil Cooler Failure

— hrs$650 / 5yr

— hrs

Transmission Oil Cooler Line Failure

— hrs

— hrs$650 / 5yr

Wiper blades

0.3 hrs$300 / 5yr

0.2 hrs$240 / 5yr

Spark plugs

0.8 hrs$200 / 5yr

1.5 hrs$305 / 5yr

12V battery

0.4 hrs$260 / 5yr

0.3 hrs$245 / 5yr

Transmission Mount Failure

— hrs$158 / 5yr

— hrs$293 / 5yr

Brake fluid flush

0.8 hrs$270 / 5yr

0.5 hrs$180 / 5yr

Intake manifold gasket

3.0 hrs$162 / 5yr

5.5 hrs$275 / 5yr

Cabin air filter

0.3 hrs$210 / 5yr

Fuel filter

0.5 hrs$210 / 5yr

Water pump

2.5 hrs$173 / 5yr

3.5 hrs$226 / 5yr

Coolant flush

0.8 hrs$170 / 5yr

1.0 hrs$200 / 5yr

TIPM (Totally Integrated Power Module) Failure

— hrs

— hrs$315 / 5yr

Valve cover gasket

1.5 hrs$114 / 5yr

2.5 hrs$174 / 5yr

Oil pan gasket

3.5 hrs$144 / 5yr

Water Pump Failure (3.6L V6)

— hrs

— hrs$280 / 5yr

Engine air filter

0.3 hrs$150 / 5yr

0.2 hrs$120 / 5yr

Fuel Filter/Pump Module Failure

— hrs$263 / 5yr

— hrs

Alternator

1.5 hrs$131 / 5yr

1.2 hrs$120 / 5yr

Serpentine belt

0.6 hrs$125 / 5yr

0.5 hrs$110 / 5yr

MultiAir Intake Valve Carbon Buildup (2.4L)

— hrs$227 / 5yr

— hrs

Electrical System Wiring Harness Chafing

— hrs$193 / 5yr

— hrs

Starter motor

1.5 hrs$85 / 5yr

1.2 hrs$76 / 5yr

Thermostat

0.8 hrs$56 / 5yr

1.5 hrs$93 / 5yr

9-Speed Transmission Harsh Shifting and Shuddering

— hrs$146 / 5yr

— hrs

PCV valve

0.4 hrs$80 / 5yr

0.3 hrs$65 / 5yr

Crankshaft Position Sensor Failure

— hrs

— hrs$75 / 5yr

Active Recalls

Open NHTSA Recalls

1 open

Open NHTSA Recalls

1 open

Fluid Capacities

Chrysler 200

ac_refrigerant · R-1234yf

brake0.50 qt · FMVSS 116 DOT 3

coolant7.40 qt · MS-9769

engine_oil5.50 qt · API SN

power_steering · none — electric power steering

transmission_auto9.50 qt · ZF Lifeguard 8 / MS-12106

washer1.00 qt · windshield washer fluid

Chrysler 200

ac_refrigerant · R-134a

brake0.50 qt · FMVSS 116 DOT 3

coolant10.50 qt · Chrysler MS-12106

engine_oil6.00 qt · API SN, Chrysler MS-6395

power_steering1.10 qt · Chrysler MS-9602

transmission_auto9.10 qt · Chrysler MS-9602

washer4.00 qt · windshield washer fluid

The Verdict

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THE WINNER

2017 Chrysler 200

2.4L I4 Tigershark

Chrysler 200 is cheaper to maintain (saves ~$1,566 over 5 years)

Based on objective maintenance and recall data. Driving feel, looks, brand loyalty, and ownership experience are separate (and very valid) considerations.

Open the full dashboard for either truck

Labor times, torque specs, fluid capacities, DTC codes, repair procedures, recalls, common platform problems.