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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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