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Re: Looks good [79customd]
by jonpnj
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Jan 14, 2006 (5:28 am)
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Replying to: 79customd (Jan 14, 2006 4:02 am)
I think that is one handsome, well balanced SUV. Even though its bloodline is from the Durango, it has a more elegant look. Even the faux wood is somewhat convincing in the photos. I believe it will be a winner in the marketplace. What they have to do is put in the Liberty diesel engine for those fuel economy minded folks.
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Re: Looks good [jonpnj]
by navigator89
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Jan 14, 2006 (6:11 am)
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Replying to: jonpnj (Jan 14, 2006 5:28 am)
The Durango is supposed to be getting a hybrid version in the next year, so that'll probably be used in the Aspen. Perfect for those fuel economy minded folks.
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Aspen vs Tahoe
by rcf8000
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Jan 14, 2006 (6:13 am)
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I think that Chrysler has a great opportunity to promote the Aspen as a competitor to the new Tahoe. Consider that the Aspen has fold-into-floor third row seating, more third row headroom and legroom, more cargo room behind the third row, and more HP and torque. It'll probably cost less, too.
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Re: Aspen vs Tahoe [rcf8000]
by jchan2
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Jan 14, 2006 (8:17 am)
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Replying to: rcf8000 (Jan 14, 2006 6:13 am)
What's the expected price on an Aspen?
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Re: Aspen vs Tahoe [jchan2]
by rcf8000
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Jan 14, 2006 (8:32 am)
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Replying to: jchan2 (Jan 14, 2006 8:17 am)
Since production of the Aspen is so far off, I doubt that anyone knows what the price is going to be. But here's my guess: $2000 more than a comparably equiped Durango. That still keeps it below a Tahoe LT.
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Re: Looks good [navigator89]
by 79customd
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Jan 14, 2006 (11:12 am)
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Replying to: navigator89 (Jan 14, 2006 6:11 am)
Not as much as you would think tho. Chevy tried hybrid versions in there Silverado 1500 and only wound up with 1mpg better than a cheaper more common, easier to work on petrol engine. Expect similar results in the Durango hybrid.
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CHANGE
by mya
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Jan 14, 2006 (1:38 pm)
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I have a 76 Aspen that I only use during the summer months. If this new one looks as good and stands up as long as mine has, you could say that Chrysler has done a good job. Though I realize not to many people drive 76 Aspens.
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Re: Aspen vs Tahoe [rcf8000]
by jchan2
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Jan 15, 2006 (8:25 pm)
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Replying to: rcf8000 (Jan 14, 2006 8:32 am)
I saw a few in Detroit earlier today. Not bad, but I didn't get to spend much time as there was a small crowd around it. (I didn't even see the Camaro, since at all times there was at least a huge crowd around it)
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Re: Chevy Silverado Hybrid
by steelydan0613
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Feb 25, 2006 (12:11 pm)
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Replying to: 79customd (Jan 14, 2006 11:12 am)
79customd, I read a road test review on the Chevy Silverado Hybrid, and the Chevy spokesman stated that the intention of the hybrid was not just to get better mpg, but to be a "building contractors workhorse."
Apparently, the onboard generator in the Chevy can power all sorts of heavy-duty saws, etc. , eliminating the need for these contractor guys to lug around a separate gas generator.
I this case, the "battery pack" works whether the Silverado is moving or not!
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Re: As I see it... [rsholland]
by wyndham23
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Jul 07, 2006 (7:18 am)
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Replying to: rsholland (Jun 07, 2005 5:11 pm)
I agree. They shouldnt be making fwd jeeps or chrystler SUVs. They need to keep a defined image so regular consumers will know the difference. They don't want to end up like GM where their vehicles are all nearly identical give them no defining line up. I think chrysler is doing this to compete with full size SUVs like the Escalade. They should concentrate on crossovers,sedans,and possibly a few hybrids.
-W23
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