Press Kit: 2007 Chrysler Aspen, What's New for '07

New Models
Chrysler’s first SUV, available in:

• “Limited” two-wheel-drive (rear drive) configuration
• “Limited” 4x4 configuration offering all-wheel-drive (AWD) capability

Exterior

• Signature chromed grille carries “face of Chrysler” and inspired by V-10 powered “Chronos” concept
  Inspiration from Chrysler 300 and Crossfire enables exterior form and function carrying promises of refined engineering at an unexpected value
• Sculpted hood, chromed fascia, fog lamps, projector lamps all contribute to Chrysler-promised aesthetics that boast individualism combined with common sense

Interior

• Standard three-row seating delivers spacious and sophisticated design
• Available eight-speaker Infinity® theatre-style surround sound system
• Best-in-class cargo capacity = 68.4 cubic feet (third row folded)

Powertrain / Chassis

• Standard next-generation 4.7-liter Magnum®, SOHC, 16-valve SMPI V-8 engine produces 235 bhp @ 4600 rpm
• Available 5.7-liter HEMI® V-8 engine features best-in-class 335 horsepower and 370 lb.-ft. of torque
• HEMI® V-8 engine equipped with Multi-displacement System (MDS) seamlessly alternates between four-cylinder mode when less power is needed and V-8 mode when more power is in demand
• Standard rear-wheel-drive system
• Two-speed transfer case is standard with 4x4 models and can feature an all-wheel-drive (AWD) mode and four-wheel-drive “high” and “low” modes (torque split = 48/52, front/rear)
• Both available transfer cases feature 48/52 torque split between front and rear axles when AWD mode is selected
• Hydroformed frame and independent front suspension with rack-and-pinion steering (turning circle = 39.9 ft.)
• Rear suspension with coil springs and a solid rear axle delivers durability, substantial payload and best-in-class towing capability (max capacity = 8950 lbs.)
• “Tow/Haul” transmission provides crisp shifts and reduces gear searching by holding the lower gear longer.
• System also selects a lower gear under downhill conditions
• Available 20-inch wheels and tires

Safety and Security

• Advanced multi-stage air bag system
• Anti-lock-braking system
• Brake Assist
• Child Seat Anchor System
• Constant force retractors
• Energy-absorbing steering column
• Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)
• Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
• ParkSense® Rear Back-up System
• Seatbelt pretensioners
• Side-curtain air bags
• Side-impact door beams
• Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) System