While its cargo capacity is modest compared to the big boys, the Villager makes up for it with its serene ride comfort and good handling. The Villager's 3.0-liter V6 engine is paired with a four-speed automatic transmission. On the freeway, that powertrain is more than sufficient to confidently scoot the 3800-pound Villager in and out of traffic, and provides enough boost for emergency passing situations. And even at speeds of 70 mph and up, the Villager is suprisingly and impressively quiet.
Meanwhile, the precision-plus, rack-and-pinion power steering--in tandem with the McPherson strut front suspension, leaf-spring rear suspension and twin-tube gas charged shock absorbers--enables the Villager to firmly plant itself while negotiating hard corners. That's no small feat for a tall vehicle.
Sporty isn't a word that wraps itself around minivans very convincingly, but it comes close here.
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