Chrysler Announces Pricing For Full-Size Hybrid SUV, Truck

Chrysler, LLC announced yesterday that it would be pricing its full-size hybrid SUVs and trucks to move.

The vehicles are rated to achieve a best-in-class 20 mpg, a 40-percent improvement in fuel economy when city driving, and an overall fuel economy improvement of 25 percent. The full-size Durango and Aspen have towing capacities of 6,000 pounds and feature dual mode hybrid operation, allowing the vehicle to optimize fuel economy based on the type of driving. Each vehicle is equipped with a 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine with a total power output of 385-hp.

The company has priced the base model 2009 Dodge Durango Hemi Hybrid at $45,340 and the 2009 Chrysler Aspen Hemi Hybrid at $45, 570. Customers who purchase either vehicle will also be eligible for a tax credit estimated at about $1,800. The 2009 Dodge Durango is in dealer showrooms now. The Aspen will debut later this summer.