Chrysler minivans lead marché as rivals retreat in 2008 refresh
Chrysler touts dominance of the minivan segment as it releases all new Grand Caravan and Town & Country for 2008. The redesign adds a six speed automatic, new 4.0 liter V6, Stow n Go seating with a table, rearseat entertainment, MyGig hard drive, and three engine choices. Prices run from about 22,470 to 36,400 with improved interior space and options while rivals Ford and GM scale back minivan production.
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New 2008 Town & Country Minivan Unveils 35 Features
Chrysler presents the 2008 Town & Country with 35 new and improved features marketed as family rooms on wheels. Highlights include Swivel n Go seating that rotates second row seats to face the third row with a center table, floor storage, and fold flat third-row seating. An integrated child booster seat in the second row is also available, along with other enhancements.
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SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2008 CHRYSLER MINIVAN
The 2008 Chrysler minivan offers EPA ratings of 16 mpg city and 23 mpg highway with a 6 speed transaxle and V-6 options. Powertrains include a 4.0 liter aluminum V-6 producing 240 hp and 253 lb-ft, a 3.8 liter V-6 with 198 hp and 230 lb-ft, and a 3.3 liter flex fuel V-6 paired to a four speed transaxle delivering 170 hp and 205 lb-ft. Standard safety features include all-row side-curtain airbags, electronic stability program with traction control and brake assist, LATCH anchors, and a energy-absorbing steering column.
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