SIRIUS Satellite Radio and the Chrysler Group today announced the completion of the launch of the 2005 model year lineup of Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge vehicles.

The 2004 production rates of over 100,000 Sirius equipped vehicles goal is expected to be reached. Starting with the launch of the Chrysler 300 Series and Dodge Magnum in April, 2004, Chrysler Group further instituted factory installations on 13 more vehicle lines for the 2005 model year.

Availability on additional Chrysler Group models is anticipated, and total volumes of over 500,000 Sirius equipped vehicles are expected over the next model year.

Sirius is offered as a factory-installed option on 2005 Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge vehicles for an MSRP of $195 (one year of Sirius service included). This is claimed as currently the best value in the industry.