2010 Chrysler Town & Country - Innovation, Luxury and Unsurpassed Fuel Economy
09/01/2009
Chrysler
With more than 25 years of minivan development, 65 segment-firsts, 40 available safety features and unsurpassed 25-mpg highway mpg fuel economy, Chrysler Town & Country remains the best vehicle to transport people and things.
A Chrysler-first innovation and an exclusive in the segment is the Swivel 'n Go(TM) seating group. Swivel 'n Go features second-row seats that swivel 180 degrees to face the third row, a removable table that installs between the two rows, in-floor covered storage bins and fold-in-the-floor, third-row seating. Integrated child booster seats and a minivan-first dual nine-inch rear DVD entertainment system with swiveling third-row monitor and SIRIUS Backseat TV(TM) are also available with Swivel 'n Go.
The minivan segment's first-and-only Stow 'n Go(R) seating and storage system, the most flexible seating system in the minivan segment, is standard on all Chrysler Town & Country models, giving customers second- and third-row seating that quickly and conveniently folds into the floor.
Chrysler Town & Country continues to be the first in the minivan segment to feature Blind-spot Monitoring (BSM) and Rear Cross Path (RCP) accident-avoidance safety systems. BSM detects a possible unseen vehicle when changing lanes while RCP aids the driver when the vehicle is in Reverse and warns if any traffic is moving toward the vehicle. Both systems utilize dual ultra-wideband radar sensors that notify the driver via an audible chime and a visible icon on outside mirrors.
Best-in-class aerodynamics and a minivan-first six-speed automatic transmission provide 2010 Chrysler Town & Country minivans with efficient dynamics. A 4.0-liter V-6 aluminum engine offers unsurpassed fuel economy and the minivan segment's best combination of horsepower (251 hp/189 kw) and torque (259 ft.-lb./350 N-m). With an EPA fuel economy rating of 17-mpg city and 25-mpg highway, the powerful 4.0-liter engine gives customers the fuel economy they want and the power they expect.
CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY AT A GLANCE
The 2010 Chrysler Town & Country raises the bar in the minivan segment
Blind-spot Monitoring (BSM) system warns the driver of unseen vehicles when changing lanes via an audible chime and a visible icon on outside mirrors
The Rear Cross Path (RCP) system aids drivers when the vehicle is in Reverse and warns the driver if any traffic is moving toward the vehicle via an audible chime and a visible icon on outside mirrors
With a contemporary exterior and interior design, two different seating and storage options, powerful drivetrain options and clever interior features, Chrysler Town & Country is a "family room on wheels" - a vehicle that offers the ultimate flexibility and utility for active lifestyles
With Swivel 'n Go, Chrysler offers two distinct seating and storage systems
Swivel 'n Go is a unique seating and storage system that offers in-floor cargo bins of the Stow 'n Go seating system combined with second-row quad chairs that rotate 180 degrees to face forward or rearward, and a stowable center table that installs between second- and third-row seats
Integrated child booster seats lift children to the adult-belted zone while increasing visibility (available with the Swivel 'n Go seating system)
The Stow 'n Go seating and storage system is still an industry exclusive available only on Chrysler and Dodge minivans. These are the only minivans to offer fold-in-the-floor, second-row seating (without the need to remove the seats) and fold-in-the-floor, third-row seats
Chrysler Town & Country is a "family room on wheels" with its fun features, practical comforts and pleasant driving experience
Fun features, including the Swivel 'n Go seating and storage system, a nine-inch dual DVD system with swiveling third-row monitor that can play different media at the same time, SIRIUS Backseat TV, Uconnect(TM) Navigation with voice-commands and real-time traffic monitoring, iPod(R) Control, surround sound, LED pinpoint reading lamps, ambient halo lighting, a removable, sliding center console and removable flashlight in the tailgate give more options to families on the go
Practical comfort features, including the Stow 'n Go seating and storage system, heated first- and second-row cloth or leather seats, remote start, second- and third-row sunshades, an umbrella holder next to the driver's seat, removable, dishwasher-safe cup holders, second-row power windows and third-row power-folding seats, provide the comforts of home while on the road
An available six-speed transaxle and 4.0-liter engine offers a spirited driving experience
Chrysler Town & Country offers more than 40 safety features including segment-first BSM and RCP accident-avoidance systems, all-row side-curtain air bags, SmartBeam(R) headlamps, ParkSense(R) rear-park assist system(1) and ParkView(TM) rear back-up camera and Electronic Stability Control (ESC).
(1) Denotes most stationary obstacles. As with all electronically controlled systems, care is advised.
PRODUCT CHRONOLOGY
2009 Model Year
Chrysler Town & Country LX, Touring and Limited with more value-added features
Chromed grille and daylight opening trim on LX
Body-color exterior door handles on LX
Chromed body-side molding on Touring
Melbourne Green Pearl Coat added
Chrysler badge on lower-left liftgate
Instrument panel center stack bezel in satin silver added on LX and Touring
Larger nine-inch overhead dual DVD screens
iPod Control added with Uconnect Phone
Power second-row windows with third-row power vents added on LX
Standard rear air conditioning added on LX
Stow 'n Go standard on all models
Compass/temperature/trip computer added on LX
Updated brake system with new linings and hydraulic boost compensation reduces Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) while improving braking performance
Blind-spot Monitoring system (BSM) and Rear Cross Path system (RCP) offered on Touring and Limited
Rain-sensing wipers on Touring and Limited
Minivan-first SmartBeam(R) headlamps on Touring and Limited
Premium Group included rain-sensing wipers, SmartBeam headlamps, automatic climate control, third-row power-folding seat, Uconnect Phone and 17-inch wheels and tires on Town & Country Touring
Safety Group included Blind-spot Monitoring (BSM) with Rear Cross Path (RCP) monitoring and Uconnect Phone on Town & Country Limited
Power Convenience Group included power sliding doors, power liftgate and power driver's seat with lumbar on Town & Country LX
2008 Model Year
All-new fifth-generation ("RT" platform) long-wheelbase minivan with wider stance and distinctive "face of Chrysler"
2007 Model Year
Three new exterior color offerings include Cognac Crystal Clear Coat, Marine Blue Pearl Coat and Modern Blue Pearl Coat
2006 Model Year
CD/DVD changer modified to play any CD or DVD, including MP3, DVD audio, DVD-R and DVD-W, and includes "auto start" capability for DVD audio and "easy start" feature for DVD video
BeltAlert, enhanced seat belt reminder system for driver
Message in instrument cluster for unattached/loose fuel cap
2005 Model Year
Stow 'n Go seating and storage system on LWB models
Simplified model lineup: LX, Touring and Limited
Overhead rail system with three moveable/removable storage bins, rear HVAC controls available on LWB models (standard on Limited)
Front advanced multi-stage air bags with passenger-side Occupant Classification System (OCS)
Driver-side inflatable knee blocker (inflates in conjunction with air bag deployment)
Three-row side-curtain air bags available (standard on Limited); not available with sun roof or Entertainment Group I
Door Alert sliding door open/light flash feature activates exterior hazard lamps when sliding doors are opened
Magnesium Pearl Coat and Linen Gold Metallic exterior paint added
Exterior freshening including new headlamps
Buffed stainless steel roof rack on Limited
New instrument cluster graphics and interior woodgrain finishes
BeltAlert, enhanced seat belt reminder system
Uconnect Phone and SIRIUS Satellite Radio available
Removable center console offered on SWB models
Entertainment Group I with rear video offered on SWB models
2004 Model Year
Short-wheelbase model added
LXi/LXi AWD discontinued
Touring model added
All-wheel-drive Touring model added
Town & Country Platinum Edition model added
Rear entertainment system included six-disc in-dash CD/DVD changer
2003 Model Year
LX AWD model discontinued
eL added optional 3.8-liter V-6 engine
eX added standard driver-side power sliding door, steering-wheel audio controls, security alarm and leather-wrapped steering wheel
LXi added standard power liftgate, Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), auto-dimming mirrors, AM/FM radio with cassette and CD, third-row lamps and grab handles and roof rack
Limited added heated front seats, AM/FM radio with cassette and six-disc CD changer and Quad-Command(R) seats with 50/50 rear bench
Power-adjustable pedals offered on all models
Power sun roof optional on LXi and Limited
Rear Seat DVD Entertainment System optional on eX, LX, LXi and Limited
2002 Model Year
eL model introduced
Electronics Convenience Group optional on LXi, standard on Limited
Tire-pressure monitor included with EVIC standard on Limited and optional on LXi
Rear-seat audio AM/FM/cassette/CD with remote control and dual wireless headphones included on all models except base LX and eX
Steering-wheel radio controls added to the power accessory delay feature available
2001 Model Year
All-new fourth-generation minivan ("RS" platform) with new exterior, chassis and interior designs
eX model introduced (mid-year introduction)
Refined 3.3-liter and 3.8-liter V-6 engines
Four-wheel Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) on front-wheel drive models
Minivan-first power liftgate available
Power-sliding doors with minivan-first opening-direction obstacle detection and in-door motors
Minivan-first removable center console with power outlet available
Minivan-first, infrared sensing, three-zone automatic temperature control air conditioning available
Minivan-first, three-zone temperature control air conditioning available
Driver and passenger air bags with multi-stage inflators
Supplemental side-impact air bags for front outboard occupants available
Security alarm system with Sentry Key(R) engine immobilizer available
2000 MODEL YEAR
Additional distinctions between LX and LXi appearance
Additional distinctions between LX and LXi equipment
3.8-liter engine with all-wheel drive meets Low Emission Vehicle (LEV) standards in Northeast Trading Region states
1999 MODEL YEAR
Limited model introduced
Steering-wheel radio controls available
Next-generation driver-side air bag
Child seat available with Quad-Command(R) seating
1998 MODEL YEAR
High-output 3.8-liter V-6 engine available in all
50 states (180 horsepower, 240 lb.-ft. of torque)
Low Emission Vehicle (LEV) 3.3-liter V-6 engine available in states adopting California emission regulations
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) 3.3-liter V-6 engine available in states that do not adopt California emission regulations
Next-generation passenger air bag
Third-generation integrated child seats
Restyled front-end appearance included grille with winged badge, redesigned fascia and quad headlamps
1997 MODEL YEAR
Low-speed traction control available
Four-wheel Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with all-wheel drive
Enhanced Accident Response System (EARS)
1996 MODEL YEAR
All-new third-generation minivan ("NS" platform) with new exterior, chassis and interior designs
Increased torque-3.3-liter OHV SMPI V-6 engine (203 lb.-ft.)
Increased torque-3.8-liter OHV SMPI V-6 engine (225 lb.-ft.)
Load-leveling suspension option
Second sliding door available
Personalized remote keyless entry
Easy-Out(R) roller seats
HVAC system with dual-zone temperature control
1995 MODEL YEAR
Electronically-controlled four-speed automatic overdrive transaxle refined
1994 MODEL YEAR
3.8-liter OHV 12-valve SMPI V-6 engine
Passenger air bag
1993 MODEL YEAR
Quad-Command(R) seating with tilt feature
1992 MODEL YEAR
All-wheel-drive option
Dual child seats available
1991 MODEL YEAR
All-new second-generation minivan ("AS" platform)
New exterior body panels
New instrument panel and interior trim
1990 MODEL YEAR
3.3-liter OHV 12-valve MPI V-6 engine
Initial introduction spring 1989 as a 1990 model ("T-115" platform)