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Summary
Chrysler has worked hard to maintain its preeminent position in the minivan market. Buyers benefit from the effort, getting a stylish people mover that's sensibly priced, long on comfort and short on faults. If any complaint can be made, it's in the area of build quality. We've sampled an number of Chrysler minis from all three divisions; some have displayed minor glitches--especially in the area of the new left-side sliding door--that would probably send owners into the dealership for a fix. That aside (and it won't apply to each individual van) the Chryslers are, along with Ford's Windstar, the class of the field, and the Town & Country is the poshest people mover of them all. Check out both Ford and Chrysler; between them, one probably has your minivan. And if high fashion is a priority, the Town & Country is tough to top.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Engines:
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3.3-liter ohv V6 |
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Transmissions:
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4-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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Dual airbags, ABS |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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Basic Warranty:
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3 years/36,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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St. Louis, MO |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Town & Country LXi |
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Standard Equipment:
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ABS, air conditioning, rear window defroster, heated/power rearview mirrors, power windows/door locks, AM/FM/cassette audio system, cruise control, tilt steering wheel, rear window wash/wipe |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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AM/FM/cassette/CD sound system, remote keyless entry, leather interior, alloy wheels, rear heater |
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Destination Charge:
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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29420 |
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Layout:
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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158 @ 4850 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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203 @ 3250 |
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Transmission:
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4-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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Wheelbase:
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119.3 |
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Length/width/height:
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199.7/75.6/68.5 |
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Track, f/r:
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63.0/64.0 |
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Turning circle:
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39.5 |
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Seating capacity:
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7 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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39.8/57.7/41.2 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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38.4/49.6/38.5 |
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Cargo volume:
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167.0 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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Suspension, f:
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Independent |
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Suspension, r:
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Beam axle |
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Ground clearance:
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Curb weight:
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3951 |
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Tires:
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P215/65R-15 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/drum |
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Fuel capacity:
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20.0 |
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