2008 Chrysler Aspen: Overview

2008 Chrysler Aspen 

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  • MSRP: $32,425 - $35,300
  • Invoice: $29,653 - $32,237

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Pros

  • Passenger and cargo room

Cons

  • Fuel economy

Vehicle Highlights

The 2008 Chrysler Aspen gets a more powerful standard engine. Aspen is basically a luxury-trimmed Dodge Durango. The two share V8 powertrains and seating for up to eight. Aspen comes in a single Limited trim level. It retains a 4.7-liter V8 engine as standard, but for 2008, it produces 303 hp, an increase of 68 versus 2007. Optional is a 335-hp 5.7-liter Hemi V8 with Chrysler's Multi-Displacement System cylinder deactivation. A 5-speed automatic is the only transmission. Maximum towing capacity is 8900 lb. Aspen is available with rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. A low-range gear for off-roading is an AWD option. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags. Options include leather upholstery, DVD entertainment, power liftgate, navigation system, and rear obstacle detection. Also optional is Chrysler's MyGIG Multimedia system, which includes a 20-gigabyte hard drive for storing pictures or digital music files. Standard seating is for eight with a 2nd-row bench; optional buckets reduce it to seven.

COMPETITION

Consumer Guide Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Premium Midsize SUVs are similar in size and construction to Midsize SUVs. Most, in fact, are gilded versions of Midsize SUVs; though a few are exclusive upscale designs.

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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)

Category AWD Limited, 5.7 V8 Rating Premium Midsize Sport-utility Vehicle Average Rating
Acceleration 5 6.2
Fuel Economy 1 3.2
Ride Quality 6 5.7
Steering/Handling/Braking 4 5.6
Quietness 6 6.6
Controls 6 6
Details 6 7
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) 7 7.4
Room/Comfort (rear) 7 6.2
Cargo Room 10 8.4
Value within Class 6 5.8
Total Score: 64 68.1

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