2009 Chrysler and Dodge Hybrid SUVs
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 16 /PRNewswire/ --
-- Chrysler and Dodge hybrid SUVs boast fuel economy improvement of
more than 53 percent in city, 40 percent overall; offer better city fuel
economy than a V-6 Honda Accord
-- Most powerful hybrid SUVs with 400 horsepower
-- Full-size SUVs deliver rare blend of fuel economy, utility,
capability and performance
-- Customers can expect a tax credit of up to $2,200
Yeah, it's got a HEMI(R) Hybrid. And best-in-class fuel economy, too.
Official EPA fuel economy numbers for the 2009 Chrysler Aspen Hybrid
and Dodge Durango Hybrid are 20 city and 22 highway, achieving
best-in-class fuel economy ratings for a full-size 4x4 SUV.
Chrysler LLC's first production hybrids are coupled with the renowned
5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine with fuel-saving Multi-Displacement System (MDS)
technology. Total output, when combined with the advanced two-mode hybrid
system, is 400 horsepower and 380 lb.-ft. of torque - the most powerful
hybrid SUVs.
The Chrysler Aspen Hybrid and Dodge Durango Hybrid are priced nearly
$8,000 below the competition. Additionally, customers can expect a tax
credit of up to $2,200.
"Our new 2009 Chrysler Aspen and Dodge Durango hybrids deliver
best-in-class fuel economy of up to 22 miles per gallon-an improvement of
more than 53 percent in the city and 40 percent overall," said Frank
Klegon, Executive Vice President - Product Development, Chrysler LLC. "This
unique combination of value, fuel economy, performance and capability gives
SUV owners a no-compromise hybrid alternative."
Capable of towing 6,000 lbs., 2009 Chrysler Aspen and Dodge Durango
hybrid vehicles deliver seamless, dependable power and performance on
demand, in an efficient package. With an electrically variable
transmission-featuring the best characteristics of an automatic
transmission and hybrid drive-and two different hybrid modes of operation,
the drive system dramatically improves fuel economy around town and at
highway speeds.
The 2009 Chrysler Aspen and Dodge Durango hybrids are built at the
Newark Assembly Plant in Delaware. The new 2009 Chrysler Aspen and Dodge
Durango Hybrids arrive in showrooms this year.
