Now that Chrysler has done the once unthinkable...

...by filing for bankruptcy protection, there are those who wonder what the future lineup will look like for the company once the link-up with Fiat occurs.

Here is Detroit News' Auto Critic Scott Burgess' take on what the lineup could look like by 2011.

Coming:
Fiat 500: A small, fuel-efficient car that could quickly be imported once it passes U.S. safety and emission regulations.

Fiat Grande Punto: A small curvy car that can reach more than 40 mpg.

Alfa Romeo Spider: Fiat's luxury sport brand could resurrect the affordable Italian sports car in the U.S. The Spider comes with a variety of engines and extremely good looks.

Alfa Romeo 159 sedan: A compact sedan with strong lines and luxurious looks. Its platform could be the base for a new midsize car by Chrysler after 2011.

Dodge Circuit: Chrysler still plans to introduce an electric car in 2010. It has not named which vehicle it will build.


Going:
Dodge Caliber: A compact car that never performed well in the market.

Dodge Nitro: A bland, compact SUV.

Jeep Compass: The first Jeep without a trail rating.

Jeep Commander: Stole too many Grand Cherokee customers.

Chrysler Town & Country or Dodge Caravan: Two minivans may be too much for the future Chrysler.

Chrysler Aspen: Like a dinosaur in a hostile climate, it's too big to live.

Chrysler Sebring: The midsize sedan that lacks style and performance.


Staying:
Chrysler 300: A fresh design could help bring back customers.

Dodge Avenger: Could serve as a stopgap until a redesigned midsize car arrives around 2012.

Dodge Charger: A redesign in the coming years could keep this car alive.

Dodge Challenger: Debuted last year and will remain in the lineup.

Dodge Ram: The highest volume and biggest money-maker stays put.

Dodge Journey: Has potential overseas as a rugged crossover.

Jeep Grand Cherokee: Redesigned and coming out later this year. Needs to be a hit.

Dodge Durango: Could survive if built off the smaller Grand Cherokee platform.

Jeep Wrangler: The quintessential Jeep, it stays.

Chrysler Sebring convertible: Could remain in the lineup.


In limbo:
Jeep Liberty: Fills a need but built along side the Dodge Nitro, which is going.

Dodge Hornet: A subcompact built with Nissan Motor Co. Plans are on hold.

Dodge Dakota: Small pickup that continues to sell.
Source: Detroit News research

Any thoughts?