Chrysler Aspen

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Chrysler Aspen
Manufacturer	Chrysler (2008-present) DaimlerChrysler (2007)
Production	2007–present
Assembly	Newark, Delaware
Class	Full-size SUV
Body style(s)	4-door SUV
Layout	Front engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive
Engine(s)	4.7 L PowerTech V8 5.7 L Hemi V8
Transmission(s)	5-speed 545RFE automatic
Wheelbase	119.2 in (3028 mm)
Length	200.8 in (5100 mm)
Width	76.0 in (1930 mm)
Height	74.3 in (1887 mm)
Related	Dodge Durango

The Chrysler Aspen is a sport utility vehicle from Chrysler. Launched for the 2007 model year, the Aspen is essentially a rebranded Dodge Durango SUV. The Aspen name was previously used by Dodge (on a twin of the Plymouth Volaré) from 1976 to 1980.

It is the first truck-based Sport Utility Vehicle commercialized under the Chrysler brand. With this introduction, as of 2006, all American automobile brands have an SUV in their range.^[1] The car was unveiled at the 2006 North American International Auto Show. The Aspen also comes equipped with three rows of seating for 8 passengers and all-wheel drive.^[2]

The Aspen comes in one series, the Limited, with several equipment packages available to customize the vehicle to one's individual tastes. Only a few standalone options are offered, in keeping with the Aspen's market positioning as an upscale SUV^[who?].

There are three engines available, a flex-fuel 4.7 L V8 (capable of running on E85 or gasoline in states where E85 ethanol is legal under emission standards), a gasoline 4.7 L V8 (for California and other states where the E85 4.7 L V8 will not meet emissions requirements)^{[citation needed]}, and the 5.7 L Hemi V8 with MDS.

[edit] Hybrid

A hybrid version of the Aspen will be introduced for 2009^[3]. It features the 340 hp (254 kW) 5.7 L (347.8 cu in) Hemi engine with MDS as well as the new Two-Mode Hybrid system developed with General Motors and BMW. Reports by Chrysler^[4] indicate a 25% gain in highway fuel economy and a 40% gain in the city.

[edit] References

1. ^ Jenny McLane; authorlink (2006). Chrysler Aspen Boasting the Chrysler Design. Retrieved on 2008-04-27. “As per the Chrysler Aspen’s introduction, all American automobile brands have a SUV under their wings.”
2. ^ 2008 Chrysler Aspen - Driving Dynamics - Drivetrain
3. ^ Chrysler - 2009 Aspen HEMI Hybrid - SUV, Sport Utility Vehicle, Hybrid
4. ^ Chrysler - 2009 Aspen HEMI Hybrid - Benefits

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