The 2009 Chrysler Aspen is a competent, although not very compelling, 2009 large SUV. With seating for up to eight and a fairly high towing capacity, the Aspen has the brawn to compete in this segment, but most reviewers said you can easily find something better.
When it was new, reviewers were generally impressed with the Aspen’s optional 5.7-liter V8, but found its handling underwhelming. Fuel economy is typical for the class, while reliability is rated slightly above the class average. The base Aspen gets 14/20 mpg city/highway with its 4.7-liter V8 and rear-wheel drive, but choosing an Aspen with four-wheel drive or the larger V8 means fuel economy will drop slightly. A hybrid version of the 2009 Aspen is rated at 20/22 mpg city/highway, but it was only produced for a few months before the Aspen was discontinued.
The 2009 Chrysler Aspen comes standard with power locks and windows, a backup camera, a power tailgate and a touch-screen stereo with an auxiliary input. Available equipment includes a power sunroof, Bluetooth, leather seating, Sirius Backseat satellite TV and navigation. Maximum cargo volume with the second- and third-row seats folded is 102.4 cubic feet, but some competitors offer more space with all seats in use.
