Chrysler Group - and Dodge in particular - received high marks in J.D. Power's 2014 Automotive Performance, Execution, and Layout (APEAL) Study. Intended to measure how gratifying a new vehicle is to own, this study surveys owners 90 days after the purchase of their new vehicle. Customer evaluations of 77 different vehicle attributes are used to establish which vehicles provide the most positive ownership experiences. Dodge's performance in this year's APEAL Study was impressive - the Dodge Charger, Dodge Challenger, and Dodge Dart were all found to lead their classes in customer satisfaction. (Classes were Large Car, Midsize Sporty Car, and Compact Car, respectively.) Additional Chrysler Group vehicles which placed within the top three for their category: Jeep Cherokee (3rd in Compact SUV), Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango (2nd and 3rd in Midsize SUV), Fiat 500L (3rd in Compact MPV), and Ram 2500/3500 (tied for 2nd in Large Heavy Duty Pickup).
2015 Dodge Charger Most Powerful in the World
The Dodge brand is bringing its A-game for its 100th anniversary, significantly updating both the iconic Challenger muscle car, and giving the Charger four-door sedan a full-body makeover, offering an impressive lineup of expanded powertrains for 2015. New for 2015, the Chrysler Group's TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission is standard on every Dodge Charger model, everything from the SE, SXT, R/T, R/T Scat Pack, SRT 392 and the SRT Hellcat. The 2015 Charger also offers a full range of fuel-efficient and powerful engine options, including the award-winning 3.6-liter V-6 Pentastar engine, which delivers up to 31 miles per gallon (mpg) on SE and SXT models. "Our Dodge designers have re-sculpted nearly every single body panel of the Dodge Charger for 2015, giving it a sleek, nimble appearance," said Tim Kuniskis, President and CEO - Dodge Brand, Chrysler Group LLC. Check out our online inventory of the 2015 Dodge Charger or visit us to find out more about the 2015 Charger at Lynch Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM.
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2015 Dodge Durango Named Must Shop SUVs for Towing
According to AutoTrader.com, both the 2015 Dodge Durango and 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee were recognized as Must Shop SUVs that offer the perfect combination of towing ability and interior luxury. "Having both the Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango make AutoTrader's list of Must-Shop SUVs for Towing recognizes our commitment to offer our customers best-in-class towing designed for maximum capability and optimum fuel economy without sacrificing vehicle performance or luxury," said Reid Bigland, Head of U.S. Sales, Chrysler Group LLC. The 2015 Dodge Durango can be equipped with a 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine produces a best-in-class 360 horsepower and 390 lb.-ft. of torque, while the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee can be equipped with a class-leading 240 horsepower and a massive 420 lb.-ft. of torque, Jeep's award-winning 24-valve dual-overhead cam 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V-6 delivers clean-diesel technology with low CO2 emissions. Both the 2015 Grand Cherokee and Durango have a best in class towing capacity of 7,400 pounds when properly equipped.