2008 Chrysler Town & Country [ 2007 ]
in Minivans
Based on analysis of 21 Town-&-Country reviews and test drives.
Chrysler Town & Country - What the Auto Press Says
The 2008 Chrysler Town & Country ranks 3 out of 8 Minivans. This ranking is based on our analysis of 21 published reviews and test drives of the Chrysler Town & Country, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.
The Town & Country receives a very good ranking because reviews are enthusiastic about its new Swivel 'n Go seats; the added 4.0-liter engine option; and the smooth, quiet ride, though the base engine is considered underpowered.
The 2008 Chrysler Town & Country offers a new, more powerful engine and increased seating versatility. BusinessWeek feels it sets "a new standard in family friendliness." Reviewers are impressed with the new Swivel 'n Go seats, which allow the second row seats to turn and face the third row, with an optional table available for meals and games. Chrysler has retained the Town & Country's earlier Stow 'n Go seats, which can be stashed away to enlarge the cargo area, but the owner must choose between this system and Swivel 'n Go. Though the base 3.3-liter engine is weak, the mid-level engine is well reviewed.
The 2008 Chrysler Town & Country comes in three trims -- the base-model LX, the mid-level Touring and the high-end Limited.
- "The latest hauler from the company that invented the minivan in the early 1980s, the Town & Country is Chrysler's best and most sophisticated yet." -- Forbes
- "Chrysler's latest minivan wizardry takes the form of a novel Swivel ' n Go seating system." -- AutoWeek
- "If you're still in the kid business, and you enjoy showing them this great country of ours, don't be ashamed to buy a minivan, and give this one a pretty serious look. And if people give you guff at cocktail parties, play the Green card, and tell them minivans are the most efficient vehicles for transporting seven people comfortably." -- Motor Trend
- "Final word? The new Town & Country has it all, and if it's not standard, you can add it." -- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Town-&-Country Performance - 7.8 (Good)
Test drivers find the Town & Country's base engine to be underpowered, but are impressed with the minivan's overall handling dynamics. In fact, AutoWeek writes, "It handles nicely, with docile, carlike manners-fairly precise tracking, no wandering or floating." The Town & Country ranks near the top of its class for its performance attributes. Continue with our full Performance Review to read which engine option test drivers like the most. continue
Town-&-Country Exterior - 5.2 (Mediocre)
Critics find the Town & Country's exterior design to be functional, but certainly not attractive. Motor Trend sums up the consensus when they say the Town & Country and its sibling the Dodge Grand Caravan "are not good looking vehicles. They're not offensively styled, but they scream 'function-first' from every boxy corner and character line. That's okay." The Town & Country receives the lowest exterior score in its class. Continue with our full Exterior Review to read what auto writers like about the Town & Country's styling, or check out our photo gallery. continue
Town-&-Country Interior - 8.0 (Very Good)
The 2008 Chrysler Town & Country scores in the middle of the minivan class for its interior, but some report the minivan's cabin is its best part. Stow 'n Go and Swivel 'n Go seating, as well as a load of other family-friendly gizmos, lead Forbes to proclaim, "The Town & Country's interior can be equipped like a family room." Continue with our fill Interior Review to read about the Town & Country's unique seating arrangements, or go to the 2008 Town & Country Gallery to see pictures of its cabin for yourself. continue
Town-&-Country Safety - 9.8 (Excellent)
Though the 2008 Town & Country hasn't been crash tested by the federal government, the similarly designed 2007 model performed remarkably well in government crash tests. What's more, the Town & Country comes equipped with plenty of safety features -- including an electronic stability program. Compared to other vehicles in its class, the Town & Country receives a top safety score. Continue with our full Safety Review to learn about the Town & Country's other active and passive safety systems. continue
Town-&-Country Reliability - 6.0 (Mediocre)
The 2008 Chrysler Town & Country reliability score shown is the Predicted Reliability rating provided by J.D. Power and Associates. This score is based on trending the past three years of historical initial quality and dependability data from J.D. Power's automotive studies, specifically the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) and the Initial Quality Study (IQS). The Town & Country is covered by 36-month/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty. Continue with our full Reliability Review to read about Chrysler's other warranties, including lifetime coverage of its powertrain. continue