2007 to 2009 Chrysler Aspen Hybride
The Draw: Owning a HEMI Hybrid is a pretty neat-o-sounding proposition -- and one that saw the short-lived Aspen delivering significantly reduced fuel consumption. Remember; the larger the vehicle, the more fuel a hybrid-powered variant of said vehicle can help save. The big draw to an Aspen Hybrid will be size, flexibility,
comfort, luxury trimmings, and relatively good fuel consumption. On a broader scale, Aspen owners rave about their rides in a big way.
The Common Issues: Hybrid-powered models experienced low sales numbers, so reliability information is patchy at best. Numerous owners reported dead or poorly performing 12-volt batteries in colder climates, and even frozen batteries in some locales. According to more than one owner online, the Aspen Hybrid shouldn’t be considered for wintertime use.
Check the Aspen Hybrid for a “Check Engine” light, which may be accompanied by drivability issues like reduced power output, a sporadic idle or lumpy acceleration. This could be a sensor-related issue as reported by some owners. An Aspen Hybrid is a good candidate for any extended warranty, should the buyer decide to purchase said model.
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| 2009 Chrysler Aspen Hybrid (Photo: Matthieu Lambert) |
The Draw: Owning a HEMI Hybrid is a pretty neat-o-sounding proposition -- and one that saw the short-lived Aspen delivering significantly reduced fuel consumption. Remember; the larger the vehicle, the more fuel a hybrid-powered variant of said vehicle can help save. The big draw to an Aspen Hybrid will be size, flexibility,
comfort, luxury trimmings, and relatively good fuel consumption. On a broader scale, Aspen owners rave about their rides in a big way.
The Common Issues: Hybrid-powered models experienced low sales numbers, so reliability information is patchy at best. Numerous owners reported dead or poorly performing 12-volt batteries in colder climates, and even frozen batteries in some locales. According to more than one owner online, the Aspen Hybrid shouldn’t be considered for wintertime use.
Check the Aspen Hybrid for a “Check Engine” light, which may be accompanied by drivability issues like reduced power output, a sporadic idle or lumpy acceleration. This could be a sensor-related issue as reported by some owners. An Aspen Hybrid is a good candidate for any extended warranty, should the buyer decide to purchase said model.
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| 2009 Chrysler Aspen Hybrid (Photo: Matthieu Lambert) |