What sets the 2012 Chrysler Town and Country apart?
The strong and reliable, yet stylish and luxurious Chrysler Town and Country minivan received a complete redesign in 2011, and the 2012 model features minor enhancements and new features that take the redesign to its full potential for safety, comfort and performance. The Town and Country sets itself apart from its competitors with a higher output engine, roomier cabin and more comfortable seats. This attention to detail has garnered more awards and a higher critical rating compared to similar vehicles like the Honda Odyssey and Toyota Sienna.
It’s powered by a 283-horsepower Pentastar V6 engine that’s particularly noted for its throttle response, and its fuel economy ratings are 17 mpg city and 25 mpg highway with its standard six-speed automatic transmission. The 2012 Town and Country offers only a front-wheel drive option, but that option is more than enough for all-weather use as a family minivan. In fact, this minivan has been rated best-in-class for horsepower and torque, and a special fuel economy feature changes transmission patterns to increase fuel economy without sacrificing performance.
Inside is where the 2012 Chrysler Town and Country really shines. The cabin is fully loaded with luxury and comfort features, most notably the Stow n’Go seats that allow one or both rear rows of seats to fold into the floor, leaving room for anything from gear for a fishing or ski trip. even an extra-large load of groceries or home improvement materials. Plush leather seats are standard, as are two DVD players with screens in the rear row seats. The driver’s control panel is exceptionally well designed and includes a dedicated media interface for entertainment, phone and navigation integration.
Minivan drivers rank safety as a top consideration when buying a new vehicle, and the 2012 Town and Country leads the way when it comes to safety. It’s an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Top Safety Pick for 2012, and includes traction control and a rearview camera, as well as all the necessary airbags and restraint systems.
The exterior styling of the 2012 Town and Country is strong, with sporty touches like the Chrysler grille that make it stand out from this year’s crop of minivans. Its doors are easy to open with its one-touch door locking system, and it’s easy to get in and out of this minivan, as well as load and unload.
Chrysler has always found a way to add value and special touches to even its most utilitarian vehicles, and in fact, the 2012 Town and Country takes the minivan to a new level of luxury and comfort without sacrificing practicality and safety. It is a true value given its luxury features, performance, and reliability that are equal to imported minivans that far exceed it in terms of cost. The 2012 Chrysler Town and Country is also the clear leader among minivans in terms of safety.