Came across this tonight while being bored and trying to find something to do.

Apparently this a new cross over that will be released by Chrysler and Dodge. Project names are JC49 and JZ49. The Chrysler replace is supposedly replacing the PT Cruiser. I also read that this will be aggressively market in Europe by Chrysler.

Interesting.

 

Yup! Read this same article though the replacement is really a new model. Nothing similar to the original and look at the group they put it in.

 

Heres the article:

Tags: These are exclusive pictures of the upcoming Chrysler and Dodge crossover

It'll be built in Toluca, Mexico, and sold in Europe as a Dodge and Chrysler at the same time. Both versions will be built on the new Sebring platform, with production scheduled to start in December of 2007, and an on-sale date of early 2008.

Chrysler’s version will likely not arrive before the 2010 model year and may replace the retro-styled PT Cruiser. Wearing completely unique sheetmetal, the Chrysler model will only account for 25% of the total units built.

Size-wise, the new crossover will be larger than Honda’s CR-V, Hyundai’s Santa Fe and the Toyota RAV4 – and hopes to compete directly with Ford’s new Edge in the U.S. The car-based crossover will be offered in a FWD configuration, with AWD optional. We’ve heard lot’s of speculation regarding engines and transmissions but the 3.5-litre V6 (from the Sebring) is guaranteed to be one of the several offerings.

 

One less ugly new car off the road. Next let's tackle the Dodge Nitro.

 

keep us posted, nothing can top the HHR in crossover!