The all new 2013 Dodge Dart might be stealing the show at Chrysler’s stall at the 2012 NAIAS, but there are some other interesting models on display. One of these models is the Chrysler 700C Concept, arguably one of the most mysterious cars at the event. This three-row minivan showed up in Detroit completely unannounced, and the utter lack of official data about it do not help us to figure out which sort of vehicle it actually is. It could be a mere exercise in style, a sort of anticipation of the design language that Chrysler might use for its future MPVs, but we would just be speculating here.

Another interesting presence at this year’s Chrysler booth is the 200, which is expected to appear in Europe as well within a few months with a Lancia badge. The model is in Detroit in both hardtop and convertible configurations, but there is also the 200S, a spiced-up version of the quiet 200 sedan developed by MoPar that is available in two steps called Stage 1 and Stage 2. The former comprises a new aerodynamic kit, 18″ rims and chrome inserts, while the latter adds a more performing suspension, sports exhaust and an upgraded air-intake system. However, the standard Pentastar V6 engine has been left untouched.

View the full Chrysler 700C at the 2012 NAIAS photo gallery
View the full Chrysler 200 at the 2012 NAIAS photo gallery

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