Stellantis Media Site Introducing Chrysler’s First SUV: All-new 2007 Chrysler Aspen                                                Contact:                                                             Colin                         McBean                                                                                                Todd                         Goyer                                                                                                                                                                                   Introducing Chrysler’s First SUV: All-new 2007 Chrysler Aspen                                                                                                                                                           August 31, 2006,                                                                                                                      Auburn Hills, Mich.                                                       -                                               Boasting elegant Chrysler styling, unsurpassed capability and performance, and abundant premium amenities, the all-new 2007 Chrysler Aspen is the latest addition to the Chrysler brand showroom – a premium SUV that is a value alternative to luxury-priced competitors.“The all-new 2007 Chrysler Aspen offers customers guilt-free indulgence,” said George Murphy, Senior Vice President – Global Brand Marketing, Chrysler Group. “Loaded with premium features, stunning Chrysler design, fuel-saving MDS technology, abundant standard safety features and best-in-class horsepower, torque and interior room, Chrysler Aspen offers more for less.”Compared with large sport-utility vehicles (SUVs), the all-new 2007 Chrysler Aspen is more fuel-efficient and maneuverable. Compared with full-size SUVs, Chrysler Aspen features more interior passenger space and cargo room, coupled with unmatched towing and hauling capability.“WHAT’S NEW FOR 2007”New ModelsChrysler’s first SUV, available in:     “Limited” two-wheel-drive (rear drive) configuration    “Limited” 4x4 configuration offering all-wheel-drive (AWD) capabilityExterior    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 senseInterior    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 tiresSafety 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) SystemDESIGN“With a unique and distinctive design, the all-new 2007 Chrysler is the 300C of the SUV segment,” said Trevor Creed, Senior Vice President – Design, Chrysler Group. “Encompassing design cues from Chrysler 300 and Crossfire, including the signature chromed grille and sculpted hood, Aspen is an elegant and richly appointed premium SUV that is unmistakably Chrysler.”With inspiration from eye-catching designs including Chrysler 300 and Crossfire, the all-new 2007 Chrysler Aspen exudes Chrysler brand attributes of innovative engineering and elegance at a great value.Chrysler Aspen’s chromed grille – the “face” of Chrysler – is signature Chrysler 300, inspired by the memorable V-10-powered Chrysler Chronos concept car that debuted at the North American International Auto Show in 1998. Chrysler wings flow seamlessly into the grille header and contain the gold seal of the brand, providing a proud and instantly recognizable design cue.Chrysler Aspen’s front and rear fenders, rear doors and rear-quarter panels feature clean, precise angles, creating a seamless profile. Individual chromed “CHRYSLER” lettering adorns the bodyside on each of the front doors. Chromed accents on bodyside moldings, door handles, side mirrors, belt molding and roof rack, as well as available 20-inch chromed wheels, add premium panache.ENGINEERING“With the most powerful engine in its class – the 5.7-liter HEMI® V-8 – the all-new 2007 Chrysler Aspen delivers unrivaled capability and performance with fuel-saving MDS technology,” said Mike Donoughe, Vice President – Body-on-frame Product Team. “Impressive off-the-line acceleration combined with enough torque to tow 8,950 lbs., Chrysler Aspen is a premium SUV where beauty is backed with brawn.”The all-new 2007 Chrysler Aspen provides best-in-class horsepower and torque with the towing and hauling capability of a large SUV and the fuel efficiency of smaller full-size SUVs.The optional 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine, featuring Chrysler Group’s fuel-saving Multi-Displacement System (MDS), delivers best-in-class 335 horsepower (335, or 257 kW) and 370 lb.-ft. (509 N•m) of torque. Without compromising performance, the all-new 2007 Chrysler Aspen’s HEMI V-8 engine seamlessly alternates between four-cylinder mode when less power is needed and V-8 mode when more power is in demand.Chrysler Aspen’s standard powertrain is the 235-horsepower (175 kW), 4.7-liter Magnum® V-8 engine with 300 lb.-ft. (393 N•m) of torque, providing smooth and responsive performance. The 4.7-liter V-8 engine is E-85 compatible, earning the flexible-fuel vehicle (FFV) designation that provides customers the option of operating their Aspen on ethanol, gasoline or a mixture of the two. The 4.7-liter and 5.7-liter V-8 engines are mated to a five-speed automatic transmission.Chrysler Aspen features a smooth and quiet ride, with precise handling – benefits of a torsionally stiff, hydroformed frame and independent front suspension with rack-and-pinion steering. Suspension and steering are finely tuned to deliver superior ride and steering feel, courtesy of consistent frame dynamics.Adding to Chrysler Aspen’s confident and highly capable driving experience is a unique rear suspension with coil springs and a solid rear axle that delivers durability, substantial payload and best-in-class towing capability. A Watt linkage system is fitted to the rear axle, centering the axle and reducing rear-end skate over rough surfaces. The rear suspension supports a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 6,700 lbs. and towingcapacity of 8,950 lbs.The all-new 2007 Chrysler Aspen offers two all-wheel-drive (AWD) electronic-shift transfer cases. A single-speed transfer case is standard with 4x4 models that feature the 4.7-liter V-8 engine. The single-speed transfer case provides all-wheel-drive (AWD) and four-wheel-drive “high” operating modes.A two-speed transfer case is standard with 4x4 models that feature the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine (AWD). Chrysler Aspen’s two-speed transfer case features an all-wheel-drive (AWD) mode and four-wheel-drive “high” and “low” modes. Both transfer cases feature a 48-52 torque split between front and rear axles when AWD mode is selected.PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTSFirst Chrysler SUV    The “300” of SUVs comes loaded with performance, premium amenities and fuel-saving MDS technologyStyling: Elegant Chrysler Styling in an SUV     Signature Chrysler chromed grille, winged badge and sculpted hood; available 20-inch chromed wheels and eye-catching chrome accents     Interior boasts rich wood-grain accents; available two-tone leather seats and second-row bucket seats with center console provide a first-class passenger environment     Bigger than its full-size SUV competitors yet smaller than large SUV competitors, Chrysler Aspen is a luxury SUV in a class all its ownEngineering: Unmatched Capability and Performance     Best-in-class powertrain with 5.7-liter HEMI® V-8 delivers 335 horsepower and 370 lb.-ft. of torque. The 4.7-liter Magnum V-8 provides 235 horsepower and 300 lb.-ft of torque.     Multi-displacement System (MDS) standard with the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine, seamlessly alternates between four-cylinder mode when less power is needed and V-8 mode when more power is in demand     Best-in-class towing of 8,950 lbs. and a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating of 6,700 lbs.    Four-wheel-drive system features standard full-time, all-wheel drive and available low range    Seating for up to eight adults, and best-in-class cargo volume behind the second-row seatEquipment: Loaded with Upscale Amenities and Safety Features     Available power rear liftgate, remote start, security system, heated front- and second-row seats, rear-seat DVD entertainment system, UConnect®, full-screen navigation radio and SIRIUS Satellite Radio     Standard Electronic Stability Program (ESP), anti-lock brakes and next-generation front air bags are standard; ParkSense™ Rear Back-up detection System, Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) and side-curtain airbags with roll sensing are also availableValue: Alternative to Luxury-priced SUVs     Vehicle alternative to competitors including the Cadillac Escalade, Lexus GX 470 and Lincoln Navigator, offering equal or better contentMODEL LINEUP2007 Chrysler Aspen LimitedStandard Features    E-85-compatible, 4.7-liter V-8 engine (FFV)     Five-speed automatic transmission     Light-emitting-diode (LED) interior lighting     Express up and down power windows     Power door locks     18-inch aluminum wheels     Electronic Stability Program (ESP)     YES Essentials® stain-resistant fabric     Leather-wrapped steering wheel     Leather-wrapped center consoleOptional Equipment     5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine     Two-speed transfer case (four-wheel-drive models)     Running boards     Power liftgate     Six-disc CD player     SIRIUS Satellite radio     Full-screen navigation system     20-inch chrome wheels     Memory system     Dual-zone automatic temperature control     Adjustable pedals     Heated seats (first and second row)     Second-row bucket seats     Power sun roof     ParkSense® rear park assist     Rear-seat entertainment system     Remote start     Trailer tow package     3.92 axle ratio     UConnect™ Hands-free Communications System   SAFETY AND SECURITY FEATURESPlease refer to the Safety Glossary for descriptions of the following available features:    Advanced Multi-Stage Air Bag System     Anti-Lock-braking System (ABS)     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 Detection System     Pretensioners     Side-curtain Air Bags     Side-impact Door Beams     Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) SystemCOLOR AVAILABILITY    Brilliant Black     Cognac Red     Cool Vanilla     Light Khaki     Bright Silver Metallic     Marine Blue     Mineral Gray Metallic     Steel Blue MetallicMANUFACTURING INFORMATION     Production start: August 2006     Production location: Newark Assembly Plant in Newark, Del.     5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine: Saltillo Engine Plant in Saltillo, Mexico     4.7-liter V-8 engine: Mack Avenue Engine Plant 1 in Detroit     5-speed automatic transmission: Indiana Transmission I in IndianapolisMARKET POSITIONThe Chrysler Aspen is the right premium SUV at the right time. Aspen is the newest arrival, with more style, looks, technology and comfort all at a great value – the perfect package for individuals seeking a premium sport-utility vehicle. For these buyers, owners and intenders who are having second thoughts about sport utilities, the Aspen offers guilt-free indulgence. The Aspen is not too big, possesses fuel-saving technology and has the same premium amenities and looks of luxury competitors but for thousands of dollars less.Demographics    Gender: 55 percent male/45 percent female     Age: 45-55     Median Annual Household Income: $100,000     Household: 85 percent marriedMARKET ADVANTAGES     Most affordable premium SUV – alternative to competitors including the Cadillac Escalade, Lexus GX 470 and Lincoln Navigator, offering equal or better content     Best-in-class power – 5.7-liter HEMI® V-8 engine features 335 horsepower and 370 lb.-ft. of torque     Premium convenience and safety amenities – available power rear liftgate, remote start, rear-seat DVD entertainment system, full-screen navigation radio, SIRIUS Satellite Radio, standard Electronic Stability Program (ESP), ParkSense™ and Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) system    Elegant Chrysler design – signature Chrysler chromed grille, winged badge and sculpted hood; available 20-inch chromed wheels and eye-catching chromed accents    Spacious and agile – combines seating for up to eight adults, and class-leading cargo volume with the refinement, drivability and efficiency of smaller full-size SUVsPRODUCT CHRONOLOGYThe Chrysler Aspen is an all-new entry in the 2007 model year.