The 2009 Chrysler Aspen HEMI Hybrid is a new model for 2009

The 2009 Chrysler Aspen is a big, traditional sport utility vehicle, the same class as the Chevy Tahoe.
The 2009 Chrysler Aspen HEMI Hybrid is a new model for 2009 and more available power for what will be its final model year.It's powered by a two-mode hybrid system that combines a 5.7-liter HEMI V8 with electric motors for a total power output of 385 horsepower and 380 lb-ft of torque. Aspen is a luxury-trimmed version of Dodge's Durango. Optional is a 376-hp 5.7-liter version of Chrysler's Hemi V8. That's a 41 hp increase over the 2008 Hemi.They can run on either gas or electric power or both, depending on driving needs. No plug-in charging is needed.Both 5.7-liter engines have Chrysler's Multi-Displacement System, which shuts down four cylinders when cruising to save fuel. A 5-speed automatic is the only transmission in gasoline models, while the hybrid gets a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). Conventional Aspens are available with rear-wheeldrive or all-wheel drive. Hybrids are AWD only. Maximum towing capacity is 8900 lb for conventional models, 6000 lb for the Hybrid. A low-range gear for off-roading is an option on non-Hybrid AWD models.

Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags. The Aspen HEMI Hybrid features chrome accents on the door handles, body-side moldings and exterior mirrors, as well as 18-inch chrome-clad aluminum wheelsStandard seating is for eight with a 2nd-row bench;and and 60/40 split third-row bench seat available buckets reduce it to seven. A power liftgate and rearview camera are standard on all models. Leather upholstery and navigation system are standard on Hybrid and available on other models. For 2009, the Aspen gets available Sirius Backseat TV for the rear DVD entertainment system. Chrysler's MyGIG hard-drive radio is now included under the UConnect brand and the hard-drive grows from 20 to 30 gigabytes