Located in the vehicle's uconnect gps[1] display, the Hybrid Energy Center (HEC), keeps you informed of your hybrid's operations. Through a simple diagram, the Hybrid Energy Center alerts you to when you are using the electric motor, the HEMI® engine or a combination of them both. Likewise, it shows you when your battery is recharging during braking and the level of battery remaining, so you are always informed to how your Hybrid is performing.
Startup
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- After turning the key, the hybrid energy mode states that vehicle is ready. Although no noise appears, System Ready appears at the bottom of the screen, indicating the vehicle is on and ready to be driven.
Hybrid Energy
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- In strictly electric mode, the HEC illustrates how the power is being distributed through the vehicle. The lightning bolt denotes that electric power is being used. Arrows show the distribution of power and to the engine and the wheels.
Fuel Saver Mode
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- Utilizing the multi-displacement system on the 5.7L HEMI®, the Chrysler Aspen goes into fuel saver mode. While it's being powered by the gasoline engine, it is still saving fuel as 4 of the 8 cylinders are shut down. The engine is half shaded, indicating that the multidisplacement system has shut off four cylinders. The HEMI® engine actually helps power the battery while in use.
Hemi 5.7L V8 Engine
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- Full power. Gasoline is powering all eight cylinders of the HEMI® engine at high speeds. While the electric motor is providing even more of a boost. The engine is fully shaded, illustrating that the HEMI® is powering the vehicle.
Regenerative Braking
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- When braking, the kinetic energy normally lost is actually harnessed by the vehicle, helping to recharge the battery. The blue indicates that energy and arrows are being harnessed to the battery.
- Hybrid Energy Center
- Two-Mode HEMI® Hybrid System
Combined with its available Multi-displacement System, the unique Two-Mode HEMI® Hybrid offers a fuel consumption savings of almost 54-percent[2] in the city without sacrificing the space and capability you want in an SUV. Click here to learn more about it.
- Engines
Powerful and surprisingly efficient, the Chrysler Aspen offers three different powertrains (4.7L, 5.7L and the Two-Mode HEMI® Hybrid System). See which one is right for you.
- Hybridtology
Discover the science behind the Chrysler Aspen Hybrid as our Hybridtologist gives you a close-up look at the technology and everything else that makes up this remarkable vehicle. Experience the Chrysler Aspen Hybrid.
- No deductible. See dealer for a copy of limited warranty and details. Non-Transferable. Not available on SRT and certain fleet vehicles. On purchases beginning 7/26/07
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