(June 10, 2012) LONDON — Chrysler’s new luxury 300C executive saloon (sedan) powered by a diesel engine and the powerful Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT will make their UK show debuts THIS week at the Canary Wharf Motorexpo, Britain’s largest auto show.

Based on the latest valuation of pounds to dollars, both vehicles will cost British customers considerably more than in the U.S. The 300C will start at $55,000 and the Jeep, outfitted with a Hemi V-8, will begin at a whopping $86,000.



A three car line-up of the 3.0-liter V6 CRD 300C is the centerpiece of a prominent Chrysler display, which also includes a full hospitality unit and a team of product specialists.

Launched in the UK this week (June 14), an all-new 236 horsepower diesel Chrysler 300C is larger, more lavish, safer and better built than ever. Available in two versions, Limited and Executive, the new car uses new MultiJet 2 diesel technology. The range starts at £35,995 ($55,000).

Showgoers visiting the Motorexpo (Canary Wharf, London, 11-17 June) will also have the chance to see the muscular new Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT – the fastest and most powerful Jeep ever built. The SRT, introduced here last month, is powered by an all-new 6.4-liter HEMI V8 engine with Fuel Saver technology that turns off four of the eight cylinders when full power is not required to increase fuel economy and reduce overall emissions.

The 461 horsepower SRT achieves 0-62mph acceleration in five seconds, a top speed of 160 mph and braking from 62-0mph in 116 feet. It costs £58,995 ($86,000).

Chrysler’s popular Ypsilon city car and the go-anywhere Jeep Wrangler will also be on display at Motorexpo. Some test drives will be available on selected cars.

“Motorexpo is a hugely popular show that draws attendances of up to half-a-million people each year,” says Nigel Land, brand director, Jeep Chrysler UK. “It’s an ideal venue for us to showcase our two new premium Chrysler and Jeep vehicles. That’s why we decided to give them both their UK premieres here.”