2009 Dodge
Durango Hybrid
The Dodge
Durango hybrid will be one of the first Chrysler hybrids
when it goes on sale in the later half of 2008, probably
as a 2009 model.
Offering
an overall 25 percent improvement in fuel economy, the
Dodge Durango hybrid will be one of the first
Hemi-powered hybrids, built upon the dual mode hybrid
powertrain that Chrysler and GM developed together.
The 5.7-liter,
385 horsepower HEMI also offers the Multiple
Displacement System (MDS), which helps Chrysler's dual mode hybrid
technology to "leapfrog current technology."
By seamlessly
alternating between four-cylinder mode and eight-cylinder
modes, the two mode hybrid uses just the right amount of
power based upon driving conditions. Combined with low- and
high-speed electric continuously variable transmission (ECVT)
the Durango hybrid can use the electric motors for
acceleration, improving fuel economy, or for regenerative
breaking which can be stored in the 300-volt battery pack.
Much like
Toyota's hybrids, the Durango hybrid will be able to use
only the electric motors at low speeds. This ability
makes the Durango hybrid far more fuel efficient than a
conventional Durango, especially during city driving.
According to Chrysler, the hybrid version of the Durango
will offer a 40 percent improvement in city fuel economy.
In addition,
the Dodge Durango hybrid is capable of towing up to 6,000
pounds. Because the hybrid Durango can perform on engine
only power, the Durango can provide full 5.7-liter HEMI V-8
performance, which helps with towing versus other single
mode hybrids.
In addition,
the Aspen hybrid offers Trailer Sway Control, Electronic
Stability Program, Anti-lock Brake System and
next-generation front air bags, ParkSense Rear Park Assist
System, ParkView Rear Back-up Camera System, Tire Pressure
Monitoring System and three-row side-curtain air bags with
roll sensing.
Full SUV
performance with 4-cylinder sedan fuel efficiency, that's
the Dodge Durango hybrid.
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