FAQ

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How to Choose Your Next Car?

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Two preliminary pieces of advice immediately come to mind when choosing a car. Firstly, you must determine the category that best suits you in terms of space and comfort. Secondly, you should make a global comparison between the new and used vehicle markets.

The Different Categories of Motor Vehicles

There are numerous car models on the North American market. First, there are subcompact and compact sedans that are well suited for city driving. Then there are the versatile mid-size and large sedans, useful for longer trips with plenty of room for passengers and nice comfortable zones. The other categories on the market are represented mainly by subcompact, compact, mid-size and full-size SUVs; these products often refer to different driving styles that combine looks, high ground clearance, interior comfort and sportiness. Not to be forgotten from this list are minivans, mid-size and full-size pickup trucks, sports cars and the whole section of luxury vehicles, as well as the growing list of 100% electric vehicles.

You Decide to Buy a New Car

Buying a new car can make sense for someone who has to drive long distances on the road. What’s more, with a new car, you can be sure you’ll be able to select the product of your dreams from among the many choices available, often competitive in terms of equipment and cutting-edge features. Manufacturers rival each other in imagination to organize regular commercial launches of new models, whether they are unusual creations, restyled market stars or limited series. Take advantage of new industry trends in motorization, design and infotainment: choosing to buy a new vehicle is a great opportunity.

You Decide to Buy a Used Car

Choosing a vehicle is seldom easy. Above all, it means taking the time to compare dealer offers and the availability of each model on the market. In addition to new vehicles, it is also interesting to have a look at used vehicle fleets and visit car dealers’ websites, where many ads are frequently posted online by professionals. A used vehicle can benefit from a good quality/price ratio. Don’t hesitate to find out about the year of the vehicle, its mileage, the type of fuel, the general condition of the vehicle and get the Carfax report for each car you’re interested in, so you can hit the road with complete peace of mind.

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Why Drive an SUV?

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To begin with, let’s recall what SUV means. These three letters stand for Sport Utility Vehicle or SUV. The SUV is a 5- to 9-passenger model that’s higher than a sedan, with a sporty, performance-oriented design. Urban or accessible in different driving styles, and increasingly associated with intelligent all-wheel drive, it is intended to be an off-road carrier, but also a practical utility vehicle for everyday use. In some cases, it may be able to tow additional loads.

Whatever the name of the automaker, the SUV boasts features that are unique to it. Above all, it sets itself apart by its higher driver’s seat compared to regular models, by its handling and by its sporty design. The SUV stands out at first glance with its wide grille, its silhouette and the number of passengers it can carry. Overall, it is very modern, and nowadays it benefits from state-of-the-art technological tools and cutting-edge infotainment technology, among other things. 

The SUV segment comes in several sub-segments. Subcompact SUVs provide better gas mileage; think of the Jeep Renegade and the Fiat 500X which offer respectively 11.2L/100 Km and 10L/100 km in the city, smaller and more economical, the subcompact SUVs are perfect for the city. Compact SUVs like the Jeep Compass, Dodge Journey and Jeep Cherokee provide good off-road capability while remaining fuel efficient. Mid-size SUVs are perfect for those who want a powerful and sporty SUV like the Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler or Dodge Durango.

To top it all off, SUVs are available at all prices on the Canadian and Quebec markets. It’s impossible to escape the SUV trend: it has overtaken our roads!

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Why Choose a Sedan?

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Driving a sedan is the guarantee of getting behind the wheel of an elegant car perfect for long journeys and both attractive and safe. The benefits of the sedan include the comfort of its interior, both in terms of seating and space, as well as in terms of road handling, advanced driving aids and on-board connectivity. Other advantages include its wide range of engines and the choice of fuel modes it offers customers, including hybrid and 100% electric. 

The sedan is available in several sub-segments: the subcompact allows you to save a lot in fuel consumption and its small size allows you to easily squeeze through the main arteries of the city; for example, the Fiat 500L. The compact sedan offers you a good compromise between comfort and fuel economy. The mid-size sedan gives you more power and more comfort. As much as the full-size sedan like the famous Dodge Charger and the Chrysler 300, it offers a sporty powertrain, an imposing American-style size and unparalleled comfort.

The sedan has always been one of the flagship products of the automotive industry. It remains the best option for the city, offering great traction, powertrain and technologies to face the Canadian winter with ease.

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What Is a Hybrid Car?

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Remember that a hybrid vehicle is based on a dual engine system. Most of the time, this combination of energy sources involves a gasoline-powered and an electric power unit. On the one hand, there are so-called “single” hybrids, which act as a relay for the gasoline. In this case, their electric batteries are usually recharged by recovering the kinetic energy supplied during braking. Conversely, there are plug-in hybrids, whose electric motors can be recharged at a private power outlet or public charging stations. Even more interesting, a plug-in hybrid vehicle is also equipped with a gasoline engine that will start once the 100% electric range is exhausted.

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What Are the Benefits of Driving a Hybrid Vehicle?

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Gasoline-electric. This union is the key to the success of the hybrid vehicle. The latter offers a number of advantages. First of all, each driver can benefit from a purchase bonus thanks to government subsidies. Secondly, hybrid vehicles have a positive impact on CO2 emissions and fuel consumption. Indeed, these models can be very economical, since it is possible, especially at the wheel of a plug-in hybrid car, to drive tens of kilometres with the support of the electric power unit alone. This makes them ideal for use in urban areas, but also increasingly on highways. If you decide to buy or lease a hybrid car, remember the environmental contribution you are about to make.

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Why Drive a 100% Electric Vehicle?

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Without distorting reality too much, we can say that until the early 1990s, there were only gasoline and diesel cars on the market. It was in the middle of this decade, with the appearance of the Toyota Prius (1997), that the first electric power units were introduced, serving as a relay to a main gasoline engine. Today, there are several 100% electric car models featuring increased autonomy; think of the Chrysler Pacifica. They are powered by a battery (or batteries), a DC motor, and a recharging system that can be reactivated at a public charging station or at home.

The advantages of electric driving are numerous. First of all, it eliminates both pollution and the feeling of guilt towards environmental contamination. Indeed, a 100% electric vehicle emits no carbon emissions into the atmosphere. The other major advantage is the silence these cars provide, their smooth acceleration and, consequently, the driving pleasure they provide. Finally, the financial advantage of an electric model is considerable: it comes with an ecological subsidy of approximately $13,000, offered by the provincial government to every buyer of an electric car in Quebec. In short, choosing an electric car has numerous advantages.

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What Are the Types of Financing for the Purchase of my Car?

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You’re looking for a new or used vehicle, but you know that your current or past situation may catch up to you when you go before the person in charge of car financing to finalize the transaction.

First and foremost, the simplicity of auto financing should entail instant access to your loan for the purchase of your next new or pre-owned vehicle. However, if you take the traditional financing route to purchase the vehicle of your dreams, be aware it may take several days before you receive an answer, favourable or not, from your financial institution. In addition, you’ll need to submit a balance sheet to your account manager to certify your solvency in addition to other documents.

Alternative financing or in-house financing is a solution with much more flexible financing criteria, and it is much faster than financial institutions. In-house financing made its appearance with the global financial crisis in 2008. New actors are now offering you alternative solutions to obtain your new or used vehicle. This system has proven that it works and that it has a place in Quebec and Canada.

Your Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Trois-Diamants dealer has developed extensive expertise in in-house financing and enables you to obtain your car loan on the spot. Thanks to its dedicated teams, auto financing experts take the time to listen to you and offer you adapted and flexible financing solutions.

Is traditional financing closing the door because the banks are too cautious about you? No problem, your Trois-Diamants dealership’s financing advisors will offer you 2nd and 3rd chance credit.

Even if you’ve been in financial difficulty, have been late in making payments or your situation is in a slump, the alternative financing offered by reliable people at the dealership will ensure you leave with the vehicle that suits your needs.

Since your Trois-Diamants dealership has been in business for years, it has established solid partnerships with financial institutions. Trois-Diamants can therefore offer you advantageous financing solutions, low interest rates, as well as flexible payments for your new or used vehicle.

In order to offer such conditions, our sales team needs to discuss with each customer, take the time to listen to them, establish their needs, present the options available to them, discuss their ability to pay and guide them in their final choice. Because we are able to provide advantageous and flexible automobile loans, we are also able to guarantee your purchase price, interest rate and the terms and conditions that appear on your contract.

If it is well defined beforehand, home financing makes it possible to validate your financial information only once. It does not affect your credit situation; on the contrary, it allows you to improve your credit rating or consolidate your assets. A car loan at your Mascouche dealership is not only the assurance of being 100% accepted, but also, and above all, it’s the assurance of establishing a relationship of trust with experts on-site. Join us online or come meet us in Mascouche today!

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Buying or Leasing Your Next Vehicle?

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For many years now, car rentals have been on the rise. However, more traditional drivers are now preferring to buy their car, so they don’t have to “pay for nothing in the end”, as they say. Who’s right? The answer is complex. Basically, it’s a case-by-case decision, so it’s best to assess your situation first. Your car dealer offers both options at great rates and will certainly help you make an informed choice. Here are a few things to consider before you get started.

Small, Medium, Long Term

The first question to ask yourself is: How long do you plan to keep your vehicle? Clearly, people who are chasing the new models certainly don’t have the same needs as those who simply do not need a vehicle to get to work. If you’re going to keep the same vehicle for the next 10 years, it’s definitely better to buy your car, because in the case of a lease, the potential buy-back cost of the vehicle plus the monthly payments you’ve made is usually more expensive than if you had bought it from the beginning with financing.

On the other hand, if your heart oscillates between buying and leasing, the ability to buy back your vehicle at the end of your lease means you don’t have to make a decision right away. After all, who really knows what’s going to happen to it, and to you, over the next few years?

If you’re planning to sell your vehicle in the near future, it’s best to consider leasing. While this will allow you to drive a variety of the latest models without paying the full price every time, the key is to know what the resale value will be.

Resale Value and Depreciation Rate

The resale value is the worth of your car when you decide to part with it. It depends on several factors, including the appearance of the car, its history, its characteristics, etc. For example, it makes perfect sense that a well-maintained car with low mileage and many additional options sells for a higher price than a rusty car that has been in a few fender benders.

Aside from these somewhat controllable factors, there is also the depreciation of the car, which dramatically affects its value. More concretely, depreciation is the decrease in the value of your property since you bought it. On average, a car will lose almost half of its value at the time of purchase in the first three years, and 10% in each subsequent year. No vehicle model can be an exception to this, but since nothing is perfectly fair in this world, some makes of vehicle have a better resale value because they have a lower than average depreciation. This is the case for many vehicles that are recognized for their resale value according to annual appraisals by The Canadian Black Book.

If you lease your vehicle, the resale value of your car is not of concern to you because you don’t have to worry about reselling it once your contract reached its term, a process that takes time and energy. Basically, leasing requires you to pay only for the use of the vehicle. However, it’s not as simple when it comes to buying. You have to consider all of the factors we’ve just mentioned that can lead to a decline in the value of your vehicle. Fortunately, all vehicles sold by your dealer have excellent resale value because of the increased reliability of its brand of car.

Mileage and Restrictions

Most leases have a maximum mileage clause combined with additional penalties for exceeding it. You should therefore pay close attention to your driving habits before you start leasing. If you’re planning to take a few road trips, avoid renting, or you’ll be out of money.

You should also keep in mind that if you are renting, the car does not belong to you. So you will always have that stress of keeping the car in good condition if you don’t want to pay for the damage when you return it. Insurance for rented cars is also generally more expensive than for purchased cars.

In closing, it is important to know that a vehicle is a depreciating asset with a limited lifespan. It is therefore not an investment. Since leasing offers you more flexible and adapted monthly payments, it’s often a wise choice when your average usage is about 20,000 km per year. The Mascouche Trois-Diamants dealership has several rental offers that will meet your needs. Contact our team or come and meet us at the dealership to take a test drive of your next dream vehicle!

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What Is Good Service at an Auto Dealership?

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You’ll recognize good service at your dealership when the technician takes the time to welcome you, inspect your vehicle upon arrival, follow up with you during maintenance or repair, explain all the work done on your vehicle, answer all your questions and give you a detailed record of the repairs done.

His or her professionalism, affability and desire to go the extra mile will go a long way in making you appreciate the quality of his service. At your Trois-Diamants dealer in Mascouche, you will find this kind of service in the sales, parts and service departments. The competent, dedicated and experienced team will accompany you throughout the process of buying and maintaining your Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram or Fiat vehicle.

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How Can I Maximize My Fuel Savings?

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There are a number of things you can do to ensure fuel economy. Some of these elements include:

• Make sure the tires are properly inflated as recommended by your dealer. Your driver’s manual or the label on the driver’s door sill are the best sources for the proper tire pressure.
• On the highway, drive with the windows closed. Even with air conditioning on, fuel savings can be substantial.
• On the highway, use cruise control when conditions permit.
• Replace the vehicle’s air filter more frequently if driving in less-than-optimal conditions.
• Have your vehicle’s spark plugs checked or replaced at the service intervals recommended by your dealer.
• Avoid excessive engine idling during warm-up or when using remote start.

These few tips will pay off in the long run. Drive safely! For any maintenance on your Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram and Fiat car, you can contact the service department at your Trois-Diamants dealer in Mascouche.

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When Should I Change the Tires on my Vehicle?

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Experts recommend changing your vehicle’s tires when their tread thickness is less than 1.5 mm (1/16 inch). To check this thickness, use a depth gauge, which is the most accurate tool on the market. There are other clues that can tell you if it’s time to replace your tires. For example, you need new tires if you can see the tread wear indicators, called wear markers. You should also replace your tires if you see at least three tread wear indicators around the tire.

Signs of wear that require immediate attention include the following:

• Visible fabrics through the rubber of the tire;
• Cracks in the tread or sidewall of the tire where the fabric can be seen;
• Cracks in the tire;
• A puncture that cannot be repaired.

Finally, if you’re wondering if your tires need to be replaced, consult your Trois-Diamants car dealer for expert advice. He or she will best guide you in the purchase of your next tires, if necessary.

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What’s the Difference Between a Minivan and an SUV?

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It is important to know that by definition a van is the vehicle that is most used when the family’s needs change. It is spacious and accommodates a lot. The Chrysler Pacifica minivan is offered in 8 models and offers standard and optional equipment that allows you to meet all of your family's needs. It will serve you for long trips or to transport plenty of equipment since the rear seats can be folded down. The SUV has a sportier look with a high guard and generally has different driving modes. Useful for the family, but more so for its sturdiness, SUVs like the Jeep Cherokee are often stronger vehicles than minivans, which are generally longer.

 

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What is the towing capacity of the Chrysler Pacifica?

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When equipped with the towing package, the 2021 Pacifica can tow up to 3,600 pounds. With the hybrid version, towing is not recommended.

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What is the towing capacity of the Dodge Durango?

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In its entry-level version, the 2021 Durango offers a 3.6-liter V6 engine that can tow up to 6,200 pounds. The 5.7-liter HEMI V8 engine remains the most popular with 360 horsepower, good for towing up to 8,700 pounds. 

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What is the towing capacity of the Dodge Grand Caravan?

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The 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan can tow up to 3,600 pounds, ideal for towing a small trailer. Families who love to camp will love it! 

 

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What is the towing capacity of the Dodge Journey?

 

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Discontinuing the V6 engine for 2020, the Journey offers a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine that can tow up to 1,000 pounds. You'll have to look for a pre-owned model for 2,500 pounds of towing capacity, which is available on V6-equipped models. 

 

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What is the towing capacity of the Jeep Cherokee?

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The 2021 Jeep Cherokee offers up to 4,500 pounds of towing capacity when equipped with the Tow Package, enough to easily pull your ATV, snowmobile or light trailer. 

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What is the towing capacity of the Jeep Grand Cherokee?

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When equipped with the V8 engine and Towing Package, the 2021 Grand Cherokee offers 7,200 pounds of towing capacity, putting it at the top of its class. 

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What is the towing capacity of the Jeep Gladiator?

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With the Maximum Towing Package, the Gladiator allows you to tow up to 7,650 pounds. 

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What is the towing capacity of the Jeep Wrangler?

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If you're planning to buy a 2021 Wrangler in the near future and towing capacity is one of your criteria, you'll want to consider a four-door model. The two-door versions limit its towing capacity to 2,000 pounds. With a four-door version, you'll be able to tow up to 3,500 pounds. 

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What is the towing capacity of the RAM 1500?

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There are several versions available when looking to purchase a 2021 RAM 1500. First, in its Classic version, the popular truck offers a V6 that can tow up to 7,680 pounds. When choosing the V8 HEMI, this jumps to 10,710 pounds.

The 202q RAM 1500 offers three engine choices. First is a 3.0-liter Ecodiesel V6 that can tow up to 12,560 pounds. Then, there is the 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 that can tow up to 7,730 pounds. Finally, there is the popular V8 with a towing capacity of 12,750 pounds. Adding the Maximum Towing Package increases that capacity to 18,250 pounds.

Finally, its all-new TRX version, equipped with a supercharged 6.2-liter V8, offers a towing capacity of 8,100 pounds.

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What is the towing capacity of the RAM Heavy Duty?

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There are several versions available when you choose a Heavy Duty model. One thing you can be sure of is that you'll get impressive payload and towing capabilities. At the top of the class is the RAM 3500 with the 6.7-liter Cummins turbodiesel engine and its 1,075 lb-ft of torque. With a gooseneck hitch, you'll have a maximum towing capacity of 37,100 pounds. With a conventional hitch, you'll still be able to tow 23,000 pounds. 

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How much power does the Chrysler 300 have?

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The 2021 Chrysler 300 offers two engine choices: a 3.6-liter V6 with 292 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, and a 5.7-liter V8 with 363 horsepower and 394 lb-ft of torque, this one available in the 300S S Model.  

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How much power does the Dodge Charger have?

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At the entry level, the 2021 Charger SXT offers a 292 horsepower, 260 lb-ft V6 engine. If you opt for the GT version, that same engine pushes 305 horsepower and 268 lb-ft. Then there's the R/T version, which is powered by a 5.7-litre HEMI V8 with 372 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque. Want more? The 392 Scat Pack version offers 485 horsepower and 475 lb-ft of torque, powered by a naturally aspirated 6.4-liter V8. Not enough, you might ask? Fortunately, Dodge also offers the Charger SRT Hellcat with a supercharged 6.2-litre V8 that produces 717 horsepower and 656 lb-ft. Want a little more? Opt for the Hellcat Redeye, which pushes the engine to 797 horsepower and 707 lb-ft of torque. 

 

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How much power does the Dodge Challenger have?

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With an entry-level 2021 Challenger, you'll get a 3.6-litre V6 engine with 305 horsepower and 268 lb-ft. Choosing an R/T version will move you to a 5.7-liter V8 good for 372 horsepower and 400 lb-ft. Next up is the Scat Pack 392 with its 485 horsepower and 475 lb-ft of naturally-aspirated 6.4-liter V8, and finally the Hellcat with its supercharged 6.2-liter V8 that offers a generous 717 horsepower and 656 lb-ft. The Hellcat Redeye boosts those numbers to 797 horsepower and 707 lb-ft. At the top of the lineup is the SRT Super Stock version with 807 horsepower and 707 lb-ft of torque. 

 

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How much power does the Dodge Durango have?

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Equipped with a 3.6-liter V6 engine, the entry-level version of the 2021 Durango offers 293 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. You can then upgrade to the 5.7-liter V8 engine good for 360 horsepower 390 lb-ft. An SRT version is also available with 475 horsepower and 470 lb-ft, all produced by a 6.4-liter naturally aspirated 8-cylinder. Finally, for the 2021 model year, Dodge is spoiling power lovers with an SRT Hellcat version! On the menu is a 6.2-liter supercharged V8 engine producing 710 horsepower and 640 lb-ft of torque! 

 

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How much power does the Jeep Cherokee have?

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The 2021 Cherokee offers 3 distinct engine options. At the entry level, you'll get a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder with 180 horsepower and 171 lb-ft. Moving up the lineup, you can also choose a 3.2-liter V6 offering 271 horsepower and 239 lb-ft of torque. Finally, a turbocharged 4-cylinder engine is also available, which offers 270 horsepower and 295 lb-ft.

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How much power does the Jeep Grand Cherokee have?

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At the entry level, the 2021 Grand Cherokee comes with a 3.6-liter V6 engine with 293 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. Then comes a 5.7-liter V8 with 360 horsepower and 290 lb-ft. Ask for the SRT version and you'll get 475 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque from a naturally aspirated 6.4-liter V8. Finally, thrill-seekers can turn to the gleaming Trackhawk and its supercharged 6.2-liter V8 good for 707 horsepower and 645 lb-ft. 

 

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How much power does the Jeep Gladiator have?

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Two engines are offered on the 2021 Gladiator. At the entry level, you'll get the efficient 3.6-liter V6 with 285 horsepower. You can also choose the turbodiesel engine. In this version, Jeep offers a 3.0-liter V6 with 260 horsepower and 442 lb-ft of torque.

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How much power does the Jeep Wrangler have?

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The iconic 2021 Jeep Wrangler is available with five engine choices. A 3.6-liter V6 is standard, producing 285 horsepower and 260 lb-ft. After that, Jeep makes available a 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine good for 270 horsepower and 295 lb-ft. You can also opt for a 3.0-liter turbodiesel engine with 260 horsepower and 440 lb-ft of torque. A Rubicon 392 Unlimited version is also available, this time featuring a 6.4-liter V8 engine with 470 horsepower and 470 lb-ft. New for 2021: the 4xe version and its plug-in hybrid engine! That's right, Jeep is now offering you the option of a 4-cylinder engine with an electric motor for a combined output of 375 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque. 

 

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How much power does the RAM 1500 have?

 

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At the entry level, the 2021 RAM 1500 is available with a 3.6-liter V6 engine producing 305 horsepower and 269 lb-ft. This is followed by the popular 5.7-liter HEMI V8 good for 395 horsepower and 410 lb-ft. A 3.0-liter turbodiesel engine is also available, rated at 260 horsepower and 480 lb-ft. In 2021, RAM adds the powerful TRX and its supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine with 702 horsepower and 650 lb-ft to the lineup. 

 

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What is the range of the Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid?

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The 2021 Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid offers a 100% electric range of approximately 50 km. When that electric range has ended, the V6 engine takes over to get you to your destination. 

 

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What is the range of the Jeep Wrangler 4xe?

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The all-new 2021 Wrangler 4xe is a plug-in hybrid SUV. With a range of up to 40 km in 100% electric mode, the Wrangler 4xe can then continue on its way under 7 L/100 km when the battery is empty, which is very good for an SUV that offers one of the most efficient 4-wheel-drive systems in the industry.