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While the Chrysler 300 may not be the hottest vehicle on the market these days, it's still one of the coolest looking rides when customized with a few aftermarket options. The most popular of these is still the aftermarket Chrysler 300 grill. When these grills were first introduced, you could expect to pay anywhere from $500 up to over $1000 for a high end billet grille. Since the popularity of the vehicle is slowed, the prices on aftermarket parts have dropped significantly, making it the best time for you to pimp you 300 ride if you haven't already done so.
The 4.7 liter engine had average fuel efficiency for a large SUV. The EPA estimated the 4.7 liter Aspen got 14 miles per gallon in the city and 18 miles per gallon on the highway.
For those who were looking for a slightly more powerful engine, a 5.7 liter, V8 Hemi engine was available. Many consider upgrading to the Hemi as being a waste of money, but the Hemi does generate good power. The 2009 Chrysler Aspen with a Hemi can get from 0 to 60 in just over 7 seconds. Fuel efficiency with the Hemi engine drops off slightly. The EPA estimated that the Aspen with a Hemi engine gets 13 miles per gallon in the city and 18 miles per gallon on the highway.
For those who were looking for better fuel efficiency, the 2009 Chrysler Aspen could also be purchased as a hybrid. The hybrid engine was a 5.7 liter engine which produced 340 horsepower, which is an impressive figure for a hybrid SUV. The Aspen Hybrid made a drastic impact on fuel efficiency. Early estimates projected that the Aspen Hybrid had 25% improved fuel efficiency on the highway and 40% improved fuel efficiency in the city.