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The 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser lineup shrinks to a single trim level. Originally slated to be discontinued for model-year 2010, Chrysler is continuing production of this compact wagon for at least another year.

PT Cruiser is a 5-passenger, 4-door wagon that now comes in a single, Base trim level. The Touring and Limited have been discontinued.The sole powertrain teams a 150-horsepower 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with a 4-speed automatic transmission.

Available safety features include ABS, traction control, and front-side airbags. A sunroof, heated front seats, power driver seat, and fold-flat front passenger seat are optional.

The 2009 Chrysler Aspen gets a new gas/electric Hybrid model and more available power for what will be its final model year. Aspen is a luxury-trimmed version of Dodge’s Durango. The two share traditional conventional gasoline V8 and hybrid powertrains, as well as seating for up to eight. Aspen comes in a single Limited trim level. Standard on conventional models is a 303-hp 4.7-liter V8 engine. Optional is a 376-hp 5.7-liter version of Chrysler’s Hemi V8. That’s a 41 hp increase over the 2008 Hemi. Hybrids have a 5.7-liter Hemi V8 that pairs with a battery-powered electric motor for 385 hp.

They can run on either gas or electric power or both, depending on driving needs. No plug-in charging is needed. Both 5.7-liter engines have Chrysler’s Multi-Displacement System, which shuts down four cylinders when cruising to save fuel. A 5-speed automatic is the only transmission in gasoline models, while the hybrid gets a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). Conventional Aspens are available with rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. Hybrids are AWD only. Maximum towing capacity is 8900 lb for conventional models, 6000 lb for the Hybrid. A low-range gear for off-roading is an option on non-Hybrid AWD models.

Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags. Standard seating is for eight with a 2nd-row bench; available buckets reduce it to seven. A power liftgate and rearview camera are standard on all models. Leather upholstery and navigation system are standard on Hybrid and available on other models. DVD entertainment is optional on all.

The 2010 Chrysler 300 sees no major changes. This large car shares its basic design with Dodge’s Charger sedan. Available trim levels include Touring, Touring Signature, Limited, 300C, and 300C SRT8. All have rear-wheel drive. Touring Signature, Limited, and 300C are available with all-wheel drive. Touring versions have a 178-horsepower 2.7-liter V6 engine.

Touring Signature and Limited use a 250-horsepower 3.5-liter V6. The 300C has a 360-horsepower 5.7-liter V8. Exclusive to the 5.7 V8 is Chrysler’s Multi-Displacement System cylinder deactivation. The SRT8 uses a 425-horsepower 6.1-liter V8. The Touring and rear-drive Touring Signature and Limited have a 4-speed automatic transmission. All others use a 5-speed automatic.

Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, and curtain-side airbags. The 300C and SRT8 have standard keyless access/engine start and rear-obstacle detection. Adaptive cruise control is optional on the 300C. Also optional is the Executive Series Package, which added 6 inches to the vehicle’s wheelbase and overall length.