We bought our Aspen in 2007 with the 5.7 Hemi and 11 miles from the dealer. It is now 2022 and the car has 315k miles and still climbing. In all those years and with regular maintenance the only parts that have been replaced are a fuel pump and water pump, both in 2021. It is without a doubt one of the best vehicles I have ever owned. Haven’t had any of the problems listed in the video and still drive it everyday. It is very stable on the road and has all the power to pull what I need it to. Has been a joy to own. Hope to go to 500k miles with it!
The problems mentioned in this video are more general problems that plagued the industry as a whole during that era. Not specifically a Chrysler problem. The remote start for example, never worked right back then. It's the type of signal transmitted. Very easy to catch interference, and other times it won't pick it up. This was common in a plethora of vehicles back then. The power tailgate is another. The gears are plastic and strip out. As soon as your support rods get weak and the motor has to take on the brunt of the load opening and closing the lid, it strips the gears very quickly. This was another common problem with many cars of that era. It's when power tailgates started to take off. A/C is a legit concern. Mine has seen two evaporators fail. Although I will admit, the first unit was aftermarket (TYC) and it failed maybe 14 months later. I replaced it with an OEM and so far so good, but I had to yank the dash off twice. 😑 I've also had various leaks here and there that required me to open up the system and repair. The factory alarm is a somewhat common issue. Usually the culprit is the integrated power module that fails. A somewhat pricey part. Outside of that, it's been bulletproof.
@@susanw0921 I bought a 2007 with the 5.7 Hemi and 130k miles almost a year ago. Whoever owned it prior took damn good care of it. Plenty of power and excellent in snow / off road conditions. No complaints so far. 👍
Mine just rolled over to 200k and it still runs really strong, and get 16mpg down the road. It is so nice and with the towing package tows more than many quarter ton pickups. Its a luxury SUV without being ridiculous like the escalade. I've only replaced the water pump and cylinder deactivation solenoid. Smallest by outside measurements but its perfect. Easy to drive in town and park. My dad bought it and i bought it after he passed, he always took it to the dealer for maintenance, he drove it so easy and took such good care and thats so important
Back in 2007, it was a toss up for me between the Aspen and the Escalade, both in black. Stunning SUVs. The Aspen presented the same image as the Escalade at half the cost. Simply beautiful without trying too hard. The remaining Aspens still catch my eye to this day.
Aspen suck balls and Escalade is nothing but a overprice suburban or Tahoe or silverado....only diffrence....the grill and all the plastic crap inside....oh yes....and the price for parts....same shit engine of a suburban....but because is Cadillac it cost more.....but...people always fall for that and because the name....it say...oh...look at me.....yep....you driving a suburban with another tag...the aspen....is nothing but another Chrysler/dodge dump factory.....
@@ericrojasvelez8891 I agree, they were both overpriced cheaply made junk with cheap tacky plastic interiors and switchgear, and the fact people bought them and the navigator back then showed just how gullible American car buyers were.
It was born at the wrong time. Car industry was tanking at this time. Never liked the Durango's looks during this time period, but loved the looks on the Aspen, minus the louvred hood. jmo
The 2nd Gen is my least favorite era of the Dodge Durango. But the Aspen was nicer and better looking than the Durango. It was bad it lived a short life, it was a nice vehicle and a good alternative to the town and country.
I think the Chrysler Pacifica looked pretty good back in the day especially with the nice 20” rims, I remember it was one of the first cars to display the navigation screen in the tachometer, like an actual digital screen rather than just directions, it had a lot of Mercedes-Benz Diamler parts
elbeial Daimler cost cutting and piss poor product planning bankrupted Chrysler. The Aspen would’ve been a phenomenal product if given the extra money for better interior materials (like the 09 Ram) and better marketing. Daimler starved Chrysler of product and funding to prop up Mercedes and Smart.
Chrysler had already gone bankrupt once before, even if Daimler had not merged with it the 2008 economy crash would have still made it bankrupt as it even took down GM. Chrysler has always had trouble and they have never been stable.
The Chrysler Aspen is one of the finest luxury SUV's on the road even in 2020. It is beautiful, quiet running, a very comfortable ride and quite reliable compared to other vehicles in it's class. Mine is a 2008 with the 5.7 and currently has 135,000 plus miles. I plan to keep it as one of my vehicles and perhaps put another 100,000 miles on the odometer. --- Michael Sweeney
Had a 08 Durango that I put 308k miles on it, only reason I still don't have it was because of hurricane Harvey. Got 3500 from my insurance and wish I could of kept it.
I bought the 2008 Aspen 4.7L on June 2008. I still have Aspen with 138,000 miles on it. Recently I have the little problem with sunroof drainage cause display panel flickering but solved. And Changed 16 spark plugs at 120,000 miles. Air conditioner is still working for 15 years with original without any problem. It is a good and reliable SUV. Thanks for your channel.
That's a big undertaking compared to why a single model failed. Plymouth failed because it had become nothing but a "poverty spec" Dodge (to borrow an English term). The PT Cruiser was supposed to have been a Plymouth, but got rebadged a Chrysler due to the impending end of the make. Eagle never had it's own identity. It sold rebadged Renaults (including the Premier), left over AMCs, some Mitsubishis and a Concorde clone. The Chrysler 300M was originally going to be an Eagle, but, like the PT Cruiser, got rebadged as a Chrysler at the last minute.
Plymouth, Oldsmobile, and Mercury were all dead when Dodge Chevy and Ford started offering higher trim levels. I'm surprised certain vehicles from GMC and Buick are still kicking
@@count783 Actually, Plymouth was the entry brand and Dodge the step up. At least initially. By the mid 70's I don't know if there was any difference at all left.
I still own my 2007 with the 5.7 Hemi. It has 76k on it and has been a fantastic vehicle. I haven't had any of the problems you mentioned, keep it garaged and it looks and runs as good today as it did new. I think it's the perfect size for 3 row SUV's and the fold flat seating was easy to use and provided tons of space. You didn't have to take out the 3rd row like the GM's of that day and then contend with brackets on the floor. I could put more in my Aspen and have it more stable and better organized than any of my friends with Tahoe's or Expeditions.
The Aspen was way better looking than the Durango. This guy in our neighborhood bought his Aspen brand new and still has it. He completely black it out and I'm like, I wish I had one lol
carman601 No offense but you do know that highway driving is completely different from city driving, with only a small fraction of wear to the vehicle by comparison, almost any vehicle can survive a road trip as long as it's not too awful ... So if you're talking about amazing as far as comfort and ride then sure
It's hard to be "pretty sure" when given no additional information. One wouldn't be able to know unless they knew the owner and what their usage was. It could have been used for highway commutes only, or not much else if it was new.
This is probably an innocent and well meaning person just trying to state that they spent a lot of time in a car, and it was great. Perhaps they already know about highway vs. city, so maybe a little premature with the ball-busting. Excellent ride and comfort should be a given based on the appointments, and any newer-model car should be able to do a cross-country trip without a problem, but maybe that person is comparing it to some dilapidated piece of junk that they'd been stuck with and they finally got to experience something nice. Is it "amazing" in 2019? Maybe not. But maybe it was amazing for them and their intended purpose.
I bought a 2007 Aspen with a 345 hemi in 2017 that had 189k miles on it. I indeed have issues with the A/C but outside of that, the thing is a tank. I got caught in a tropical storm driving home from work a telephone pole fell in the road in front of me. I had no time to stop without crashing so I just drove the Aspen right over/throught it. It went over it with no problem at all and saved my life or my wallet at least, lol. I use it as my inclement weather mobile and she hasn't let me down yet. Great vehicle. It's definitely not a racer but it will surprise you sometimes. And as far as trims go, mine is a limited with J Package which identifies it as having 4 independent seats in the rear, heated seats in the second row, the VES (Video Entertainment System), 20" wheels, 5.7 HEMI, and running boards for 2007.
Own a pearl white one with 245k on it and running like a beast yet.... yanked my 1500HD Silverado out of the ditch like it was nothing... really impressed and glad I got it for the wife and kids
I have a 2007 Aspen that we got in 09 and I'm still driving it with almost 200k miles on it. Even though my husband has a Corvette and we recently got a 2019 RAM truck, I usually chose to take the Aspen when all are home. I drive up to 200 miles a day for my job and this is my work vehicle since it's roomy enough to haul my equipment and I live in central Illinois (sad, I know) where the winter driving conditions are miserable. I affectionately call her my "She-Beast" because my Aspen will get through anything! It's sure-footed on snow and ice, I've never gotten stuck ever. The Hemi allows me to pass other drivers quickly and safely. It even withstood being parked outside during a tornado without so much as a scratch and when I was surrounded by downed trees and branches yet absolutely needed to get out, I just drove over them without so much as a hiccup. It's a shame they didn't make more of these. The only downside is the poor gas mileage, which at best on the highway and with cruise control on, is about 19 mpg. Still I expect that for a heavy SUV. Over the years I've had to do basic maintenance of course and have replaced a few minor things regarding emission control and there have been some random computer codes pop up. The only downside to the interior is that every single Aspen will lose the plastic cover that goes over where the driver and passenger seat belts begin at the side of the seats. Nothing will keep those things on there except maybe Crazy Glue. The leather seats will break down and crack on the outside edge of the frequently used drivers seat; inevitable over time. But I still find it to be extremely comfortable. I've had many people ask me if I want to sell it since we've kept it in great condition and there's not a spot of rust on it but there's no way I'd sell. I tell everyone I'll drive it til she drops. My husbands drives it instead of his Vette on bad winter weather days so it's a good back up for him when I'm not driving it. If you can find one of these used, snatch it up. It's been one of the best vehicles I"ve ever owned, out of at least 20 in my lifetime.
FYI the body was completely different than a 04-06 Durango. When the Durango was refreshed in 2007, there were more similarities, but still a different stamping. Pay attention to the rear quarters. Also, this platform was actually unibody-on-frame. Extremely tight body mounted on the frame, and WAY better fit and finish than GM/fords of the day. There is more details about these as well...
Uhhhh I know this comment is old but... no? It's definitely a body on frame, and uses torsion bar front suspension. It also shares almost everything with the second generation Dodge Durango.
I own an 07 with the 5.7 hemi. Have not had any major problems. I often get asked if I would sell it. Nope. People seem to like this vehicle now. I know I am very happy with mine.
I think the 2011+ the Durango bridge that gap And they learned their lesson, and the lesson is instead of making a dressed Durango... just MAKE A NICE DURANGO And you can cover both market/buyers, because now it being based on the Mercedes platform it is just terrific just like that grand Cherokee
There's no point because people don't want Chryslers. They all want Jeeps or Dodges. I think they should just get rid of the Chrysler brand completely, kill the 300, and rebadge the Pacifica as a Dodge.
If they released the Aspen back in 2003-2005 period during the peak of the mid size and full size SUV popularity it would have been successful, It could have competed against the Full size luxury suvs like the Navigator, Escalade, GMC Yukon Denali, Lexus LX, GX and Infiniti QX56
I actually own a 2008 Aspen, black, V8 5.7 Hemi (has all the add ons) I love everything about this suv. I have bought numerous other vehicles since owning this one, but I just can’t seem to part with her. I still to this day get comments from people admiring my Aspen. I work at a mechanic shop and drive all types of vehicles from luxury to plan janes, and my Aspen rides just as good if not better and looks better than most. Never short on power either! 😁 one of my favorite vehicles of all time.
probably the most reliable vehicle i have ever owned ,i have 185000 miles and it still turns heads. i trust my aspen to take me anywhere in the country.
We loved our Aspen. Absolutely no problems. While you may be correct in your assessment I think you overlooked a huge point in the reason for its cancellation. We purchased our 2008 Aspen from Enterprise Car Sales with 17,000 miles on it in the fall of 2008. It was at a time when gasoline was at its highest nearing four dollars a gallon in the Tulsa area. No one was renting big vehicles and no one buying them. Enterprise was selling off its big-engined vehicles. For a vehicle that was new at 36G dollars, we paid 17.9G in the same year it was manufactured. We took the chance that fuel prices would decrease. We experienced none of the problems you describe. In fact we thought it was the best built vehicle we ever owned. Our only regret is buying a rear wheel drive instead of an all wheel drive model. The following summer we drove it vacationing. Durango, Grand Canyon, the Mexico border. It never failed us and when Arizona was 117 at 11pm, we were cool and comfortable. I would suggest you rethink your reasons for its failure as 2008 was the year that seemed everyone was dumping their big SUVs. But I love your video.
One other thing. In 2011, we traded it back to Enterprise Car Sales for a new vehicle. They gave us 18.2G...three years later with almost 60G miles on it. Gas prices came way down.
I found a 2009 hemi-HYBRID at a local dealership. The hybrid battery was depleted and the dealership was going to junk it. I bought it for $1000, then paid $280 to have it towed home. I reconditioned the 40 cell hybrid battery, one cell at a time. This cost me time, but no money, except buying a special charger for $65. Once the hybrid battery was reconditioned, the hybrid dash light went off, and the hemi fired right up. I changed the oil, and oil & air filters, and now use it for a daily driver. For the $1400 investment, I don't care about the plastic interior. I loaded the hard drive full of tunes (the 9 speaker Alpine stereo, including subwoofer, rocks!) and cruise around the neighborhood on battery, engine off at stoplights. It's fascinating, even with the engine off, the heat, air conditioning, and power steering all work normally because of the hybrid system. When towing, or on freeway on-ramps the rush of the hemi is exhilarating, and addicting. There's plenty of power! I've been on two multi-state road trips and had no problems. It drives like a dream! The ac inverter, back-up sensors, power liftgate, front and back heat/ac, sirius xm, navigation system, memory seats/pedals/mirrors, dual front climate control, and so much more, are really convenient! But the thing I like best is that I can set the cruise control on 70 mph, and watch it go into four cylinder mode. It will stay there (rarely go to 8 cylinders) because the hybrid system kicks in and gives it boost from the battery on uphill sections. Stop and go, town, highway, combined I'm still averaging nearly 22 mpg. It looks good, it's a rare blue color (most are a lemon-white) it drives good, it's got boatloads of room, even the third row seat folds down - you don't have to take it out like you do on my suburban - it's convenient, it's all wheel drive, it has gobs of power, yet it gets nearly 22 mpg combined. Best vehicle I've ever owned!!!
I have known that the Durango / Aspen had a hybrid model for years didn't last long cuz they introduced it in 2009 when nobody was buying SUVs cuz we were in the middle of a financial crisis
I’ve got a 2008 Aspen and I love it. It’s got 188k miles on it now and I’ve never had the first issue with it. I drive it almost daily and with the 5.7 Hemi I can pull my pontoon boat with no issues. Where I live has a lot of mountainous roads and I have no problem pulling those hills even with a loaded trailer behind it. The Hemi engine has more than enough power and torque to go anywhere I want. Plus with it being a 4x4 it will go anywhere I want to travel. In all honesty it’s one of the best SUV’s I’ve ever owned. Mine has all the bells and whistles of any luxury vehicle and if it were still in production I’d buy another one.
GOT CANCELLED BECAUSE OF THE ECONOMIC DOWNTURN OF 2008-2009 !!! NOBODY BOUGHT VEHICLES,EVEN TRUCKS DROPPED IN SALES.. HIGH GAS PRICES,EXPENSIVE CHRYSLER AND DOWNTURN,PEOPLE DIDNT BUY CARS THEN !!!
Exactly. I have no clue why Chrysler was so afraid to bring out a luxury SUV considering how popular the Escalade/Navigator was in the early-2000's... If Chrysler had brought the Aspen out in 2004 when the 2nd gen. Durango came out then it's fate would have been different.
@@Stressless2023 I agree, it would have been a big competitor to the Navigator, Escalade, Yukon Denali, Lexus LX, GX and Infiniti QX56 since full-size luxury suvs were big at the time.
My wife inherited her mother's 2007 Limited 5.7 4x4 Aspen. It was a demo car with 5k miles on it when her mother got. It now has 98,000 miles on it. Only issues was the sun roof leaking through the right windshield post, but only when it went through the express car wash. Had to recharge the AC. The suspension is not the greatest, but it still drives like a champ. We towed our 20 ft. Bayliner cuddy cabin with it to Lake Havasu and it did fine. We will keep it as long as we can!!
i bought my aspen in '08 as a leftover '07..besides routine maintenance the only money i've put into mine is a water pump and alternator...not too bad for 257,000 miles.i got a rare one with no reliability issues whatsoever.
Joe Neri Yes, I never understood why the commander left ? everyone I knew who had one loved it, I actually went to the 2005 auto show when it first came out and they were driving people around that course
I love mine! It has 130000 and I have never felt the vibrations described or the ac issue, the only problem is a belt broke which was a cheap fix lol I guess it may not have been popular here but has sold well enough in other countries that that are to try again! they are bringing it back!!
The issues would have been worked out but the automotive crash in 2009 was the BIG reason for the early demise. Not to mention the Dodge Magnum also got caught up in the 2008/2009 crash. And Chrysler had and still has a habit of putting new model into the market place and then forgetting them !
Thanks for this video. I just bought a 2007 Chrysler Aspen, 5.7L Hemi 2WD. My boat and trailer top off at about 4,900 lbs and I was towing it with a 1995 Chevy Astro 4.3 Vortec and 5,000 lb tow range. I bought the aspen because I could not find a 1/2 ton van. An SUV is the next best thin to a van and it has great tow range.
I took my original owner 2008 to 200,000 miles over 10 years. Replaced alternator and blend air door actuators. Drive train was flawless. Interior was Daimler Spartan. Excellent ownership experience.
i got a leftover at the end of 2008 and still have it today. I have been extremely happy with the vehicle. Power from the HEMI is fantastic, all wheel drive and traction control works great. I now have 175000 miles on it and am replacing the shocks this weekend. I have replaced the fuel pump (4 months ago), the rack and pinion (4 months ago), alternator twice, oil pressure sensor, tires, brakes (2 front drivers side calipers) and that's it. in my opinion not bad for a 12 year old vehicle. Great room inside the vehicle for long trips (used a hitch-haul for the luggage) so 5 passengers could use all 3 rows. Just used it to tow my son's jeep up to a shop which is about a 7000 lb trailer + jeep load and it pulled it like a champ. I change the oil every 5000 miles. I did disconnect the electronics to the transfer case due to a bad transfer case shift motor, which means I am stuck in all wheel drive (all i really need), but I do have the new transfer case shift motor that I have to install. I would love to see chrysler come out with another truck based SUV...side note, my other truck is a 1987 Dodge Ramcharger...
@@Fony_turgeson yeah well then they did their job, vehicles are on the same exact chassis and sub body. The interior is a lot nicer and some of the body panels like the grill are different, fundamentally they're the same vehicle just like in this video with the Chryslers ,and yeah they did a better job than Chrysler did.. they usually do. yukon denali gmc is also the same vehicle.... this is pretty common in the Auto industry, last full size Chevy Caprice models were very much similar to the last Cadillac Fleetwood models under the skin. Same with Ford Crown Victoria being the same vehicle Under the Skin as the Lincoln Town Car and many other examples I could give , more than you might even believe considering you think that the idea is LMFAO
i have a 2008 limited 5.7 4x4 and i love it i installed a performance program and i have 93000 miles on it have had minimal problems non that you mentioned i tow an 8000 lb. boat twice a year with no problems my big mistake was not to take it back for the 10 year safety check so i lost my life time drive train warantee i maintane my truck myself great video thank you.
I'd really like too see a video on the Chrysler Crossfire, especially covering the SRT6 topic and why that is the only SRT6 that has ever been produced. Love the videos, Marspeed, keep up the great work!
4 years late to the video, but wanted to say that I am currently driving a 2009 5.7/V8 Hemi Aspen and I LOVE IT! With regular maintenance and not driving the wheels off, I still only have 110K on it and hope to still be driving it many years from now. It's just my husband and I, so we have plenty of room and it looks great. I love this ride!
alexchrisccc Yeah, same here. Overall it is the same same layout but the colors and materials are a little different and look nicer. My 08’ 5.7 Durango has the gloomy dark grey interior. But it is a tank.
I bought my wife a 2007 Aspen with the 5.7 Hemi. I’ve replaced 1 alternator, 1 A/C compressor, valve cover seals an spark plugs. That is all. I haven’t even had to replace headlight bulbs yet. She still drives it and loves it after 3 kids.
I bought a brand new 2008 Chrysler Aspen with the 5.7 Hemi and a lifetime warranty. I still have it as my only vehicle and have not had any major issues at all' just routine maintenance and of course brakes, tires etc.I wish they would reintroduce it again and I would definitely buy it and keep my old one as well. I agree that Chrysler could have made a better effort in making it a true Luxury SUV and it would have sold itself ! With all that being said I think Chrysler should do the numbers and come up with a TRUE full size SUV with the name ASPEN on it !!!
@@hoderharris It was from Chrysler, during the economic crisis they initiated a special offer for a 1 month period in January 2008 in which you can purchase a lifetime warranty good for as long as you own the vehicle. It is non- transferable. I made that purchase and I am grateful that I had the foresight to do so. Once a year I take it into the Dealer for a drivetrain inspection which is a part of the warranty agreement.
My cousin bought a full sized Jeep SUV, it kinda looks like a large Dodge Nitro, can't remember the model name though....it was only manufactured for a few years, but she put a lift kit on it, dual exhaust, cold air intake, and she loves it, says it does great in the snow up in Idaho....it'd be cool to see an episode on that rig....
Keye T thought I’d be the only one . Yes it does roll off the tongue . I love when people ask what car I drive just so I can say “Chrysler “ 😂😍 I might just add the lettering on the side of my 200.
Pentastar Nate Honestly it does sound good I really wish their quality was better, I really loved a grand Cherokee I rented, But the reliability is the only thing keeping me away,
Keye T shouldn’t. Plenty of success stories grand Cherokees going 200k miles with little issues. My friends mom has a 2013 got it new 101k Miles now and she said only thing was a check engine light that I know of. My 2015 Chrysler 200 has 111000 miles and it has had issues but never stranded. Oil leak and coolant leak. Main thing you have to worry about is faults codes. I had a “service transmission “ light when it’s fine. And a airbag light and engine light. But no reliability issues outside of the leaks. I love my car and am trading this one in for ANOTHER ONE. I mean what else is there to buy a Camry ? A Malibu ? Idc about reliability if it means the grille has to look like it’s gonna EAT you “Camry “ I’ll stick to my gamble with chrysler cars. They treat my family well with 30+ years of buying and our 2009 town and country with 140k miles and goes STRONG Nd our 2002 chrysler Sebring 2.7 and it JUST got a engine knock after bing. Daily sine 2002. NO issues with the Sebring at all whatsoever. I’ll never change companies
Pentastar Nate It's funny you said that because I had it Uber driver who had a grand Cherokee and he said he got it in 2014 and he hadn't had any issues except a random check engine light that went away so maybe its ok But I am coming from a long line of Toyota/Lexus so I'm very strict with the reliability, I always expect my next car to be more reliable than the last, although it's harder with newer vehicles
Behind for it's time, if they released it in 2003-2005, it would have been a hit in the luxury suv market competing against the Navigators, Escalades, GMC Denalis, Lexus LX and Gx and the Infiniti QX56
Have a 2007 4×4 5.7 hemi ... My daily driver still rolling with 200,000 miles . Excellent vehicle still like the look strong 4x4 ! Live this vehicle ! May try and buy another used one.
Funny story about the Aspen. I used to call it Chrysler's Rhino (as it reminds me of a Rhino). Always thought it was a hideous looking thing. Well fast forward to 2015, I was able to secure a 2009 Hybrid for dirt cheap as the hybrid system wasn't working, and the owner gave up. I fixed it as I have my own auto repair business, and the goal was to resell it... BUT, I grew fond of the sucker. It really is an underrated SUV. The 4.7/5.7 is a tried and true power plant. it has torsion bar front suspension which gives great feedback and road manner and the refining touches to set it aside from the Durango were tasteful imo. I still have Rocksteady as I endearingly dubbed her. One of the best cars in my fleet.
Love my 08 Aspen 4.7. 240000 and going strong. That 4.7 is one hot motor. Pulls that big SUV no problem. Ppl hv thought I had the 5.7 at times. Hope it goes for another 100000
Love my 2007 Aspen. Only 44,000 on her. Don't forget that the dip in sales was due to gas pricing. You need to put 89 octane in it. Which was close to $4.79 a gallon in 08-09 on Long Island. I was spending close to $160 a week in gas. She really only averages 10.8 mpg around town. But, I do get 22.3 mpg on the highway. Great truck!!
We had a 2007 Aspen. Transmission went out at 125k miles. Left us stranded broke down with a bad gas pedal sensor. Other shorts and issues in the wiring. Rides rough and front seats not comfortable. Had great power being we had the Hemi and it did handle well. The Aspen was a good looker too. Overall, I won’t be getting another Dodge product. I sold it off at a loss but it is working good for the one that bought it from us.
Those cars have so much promise, if Chrysler could have gotten their reliability together these cars could've been iconic ... I want it to look at the Dodge charger and 300 as the modern day Crown Vic/grand Marquis,
William Stonehocker debatable... I feel like the town car had a direct audience, and wasn't as well rounded as a charger or a modern 300 would have been
I have a 2007. It just turned 131K miles. I just had the EVAP problem which cost quite a bit to fix and I also have the problem with the tailgate/rear backup sensors. Other than that, it's been pretty reliable and offers tons of space with great styling to match! FCA is reportedly bringing a more luxurious version back for the 2021/2022 model year.
I have a 2007 aspen with 250000 mi and its still going strong. Had to replace a waterpump recently and there were all the minor issues listed in the video, but i feel we got alot from this vehicle that is still giving. Cheers
You can feel the confidence in this truck like no other - storms - Blizzards u name it the beast conquers all- 5.7!signatue series with the 3:92 rear - can’t praise this Aspen enough- Just please replace the shocks with Bilstiens that is incredibly important
@@hemi5.7villain Yeah, every time I see a clean Aspen I think that it would be cool to own one. I couldn't believe that the Aspen wheel fit my truck. I cut the old cover off, used it as a pattern and recovered it. Get lots of compliments on how nice it looks.
The Aspen looked way better than the Durango during those years. I really think they should bring it back. Chrysler really need more vehicles in their lineup.
I can't believe you are actually describing my Aspen... Is it possible Ford bugged one before delivering it to you for a test drive ? Mine is almost at 300, 000 km and the Hemi runs as new. I love the passing power and once, in 4wd low, pulled a massive truck out after it sunk 6 inches on my lawn delivering a huge 20 foot sea can. I amazed myself and the guy driving that big truck. 7 seater....4 buckets ...infotainment that our grand kids love to watch movies on...remote start has never failed me. I obviously can't say enough good about having had the pleasure to buy it used in perfect condition and own my personal dream come true.
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I own one of the Hybrid model and my daughter who drives it more than me wouldn't allow me trade it for nothing as a matter of fact she calls it her car. She refuses to buy another and says she will even overhaul it when necessary adding a few upgrades as I had no choice but to surrender it to her. A beautiful very reliable vehicle. A chrysler dealership near me reached out to me asking to purchase it for almost twice its value in order to display it on their lot but the answer was no.
I have a 2009 Aspen and today 2022 still looking luxury between his category. Im happy and satisfied with my Aspen. Chrysler should make a new version of the Aspen. SUV best of the best.
I actually like the Aspen. I have an 06 Durango that has been extremely reliable up until 236K miles. Just having to replace catalytic converters now. They aren't bad vehicles in the grand scheme of things if maintenance is kept up.
The main reason, in my mind for the failure of the Aspen lies squarely with research and marketing. Since the mid '90s, GM (Cadillac) and Fotd (Lincoln) had luxury SUVs in place - based on corporate full size pick up trucks - and they sold quite well. What possessed Chrysler almost two decades to wait until the brink of one of the largest financial disasters to unveil a luxury SUV is truly a mystery beyond comprehension.
I still own my 2008 Aspen and absolutely LOVE it. I have had ZERO of the problems listed in #4. My only complaint is that there isn't a comparable suv out there with all the features my Aspen has. It is starting to rust and I have 112k miles on it and am having a hard time letting go. I wish Chrysler made these same exact styles again. I would buy over and over.
The Aspen was Great vehicle! Do your homework, a lot of errors in your facts. Plant closed in Dec. 2008. There were no 2010 models. ECONOMY & $5.00/gal gas is what killed this vehicle.
I feel another problem was reviving the Aspen name altogether. The original Dodge Aspen from the late 70's early 80's nearly bankrupted Chrysler before Lee Iococca saved the day. If it wasn't for the Omni & Horizon sales, it would have been very possible Chrysler would have failed before Iococca had a chance. Also the who Diamler Chrysler merger was a disaster from the word go. Watch the RCR Chrysler/Mercedes Merger video. This explains why Chrysler is still on the ropes.
I have always liked the styling of this vehicle. Unfortunately, I learned that they also have a tendency to let water in after heavy rains which we all know leads to electronic failures. Tracing circuits is no fun, especially when you always find a new problem.
