Pricing: Chrysler Sebring and Aspen

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Pricing: Chrysler Sebring and Aspen

Chrysler took time out today to announce the pricing of its two newest models, the Sebring sedan and Aspen SUV. The Sebring will start at $18,995 for the four-cylinder model that uses the company's 2.4-liter World Engine producing 173 horsepower and 166 ft-lbs. of torque and mated to a four-speed (boo!) automatic. The Sebring will also be available in a Touring model that starts at $20,195 and comes with the same four-speed auto and a 2.7-liter flex-fuel V6 producing 189 hp and 191 ft-lbs. of torque, as well as the range topping Limited model that starts at $23,995 with a new six-speed automatic and the 3.5-liter V6 making 235 hp and 232 ft-lbs. of torque . The engines seem to get decent mileage with the four-cylinder and smaller V6 each delivering 30 mpg or more on the highway and the 3.5-liter V6 returning a respectable 28 mpg.

The Chrysler Aspen, which the company refers to as the "300" of SUVs, will start at $31,490. Two models will be available in both two- and four-wheel drive: the "E" Package and the "J" Package. The Aspen Limited "E" Pacage gets the 4.7-liter V8 and a five-speed automatic. While the 5.7-liter HEMI V8 is on option with the "E" Package, the mighty motor comes standard on the uplevel "J" Package along with wheels upgraded to 20-inches instead of 18, running boards, a power rear liftgate and rear back-up system. The Aspen Limited "J" Package also comes with a two-speed transfer case and skid plate group for when you want to get rough and tough in the backwoods with your "300" of SUVs.

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[FAPTurbo]

The "300" of SUV's.

Does that make the Escalade the "Jesus" of SUV's?

Edited August 30, 2006 by Captainbooyah

[Flybrian]

I was expecting alot more than 232hp out of a Chrysler midsizer. What happened to the 250hp output of the 3.5l in the 300?

The powertrain lineup seems all wrong and more suited for a Dodge or Plymouth, not the 'premium' brand Chrysler likes to play it is.

[Northstar]

The Aspen might actually sell a few units if you can get the HEMI for under $37k.

[pow]

Sebring specs aren't compelling enough... didn't the FWD 300C make like 260 horses five years ago?

[NOS2006]

Yeah, Sebring is way behind the competition in terms of power. WTF, Chrysler?

[Flybrian]

Sebring specs aren't compelling enough... didn't the FWD 300C make like 260 horses five years ago?

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300M made 250hp out of the 3.5l iun 1998.

[sciguy_0504]

I'm disappointed in the V6 ratings for the Sebring and the Asspen is laughable no matter what its price.

[regfootball]

300M made 250hp out of the 3.5l iun 1998.

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my guess is it was overrated.

[The O.C.]

my guess is it was overrated.

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More likely it's due to the new SAE standards for rating horsepower.

[The O.C.]

Pricing: Chrysler Sebring and Aspen

Chrysler took time out today to announce the pricing of its two newest models, the Sebring sedan and Aspen SUV. The Sebring will start at $18,995 for the four-cylinder model that uses the company's 2.4-liter World Engine producing 173 horsepower and 166 ft-lbs. of torque and mated to a four-speed (boo!) automatic. The Sebring will also be available in a Touring model that starts at $20,195 and comes with the same four-speed auto and a 2.7-liter flex-fuel V6 producing 189 hp and 191 ft-lbs. of torque, as well as the range topping Limited model that starts at $23,995 with a new six-speed automatic and the 3.5-liter V6 making 235 hp and 232 ft-lbs. of torque . The engines seem to get decent mileage with the four-cylinder and smaller V6 each delivering 30 mpg or more on the highway and the 3.5-liter V6 returning a respectable 28 mpg.

The Chrysler Aspen, which the company refers to as the "300" of SUVs, will start at $31,490. Two models will be available in both two- and four-wheel drive: the "E" Package and the "J" Package. The Aspen Limited "E" Pacage gets the 4.7-liter V8 and a five-speed automatic. While the 5.7-liter HEMI V8 is on option with the "E" Package, the mighty motor comes standard on the uplevel "J" Package along with wheels upgraded to 20-inches instead of 18, running boards, a power rear liftgate and rear back-up system. The Aspen Limited "J" Package also comes with a two-speed transfer case and skid plate group for when you want to get rough and tough in the backwoods with your "300" of SUVs.

More at...

Read "Chrysler prices Sebring sedan and Aspen SUV" @ Autoblog

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I think the Aspen is quite an attractive looking big 'ute.

Should compete with GMC Denali quite well when equipped with the HEMI.

[avant1963]

The Chrysler dealer down the street has two Aspens. Horrific in person. Denali competion? No way. A Durango with a dented hood.