The Chrysler vehicles are desirable among buyers because of their classy and handsome looks and luxury interiors. Chrysler automobile company only makes sedans and minivans so they make each model with great precision and care. Its Chrysler Town and Country is one the best minivans in the market and is often called Chrysler’s crown jewel. When people buy a minivan, what do they expect from it? They expect efficient on-road and off-road performance, Durability, and ample passenger and cargo space. Along with all these features, The Chrysler Town and Country is also a luxury minivan.         

Key Features

Seating Capacity	7 passengers
Fuel Economy	25 mpg Highway, 17 mpg city, 20 mpg combined.
Fuel Tank Capacity	20 Gallons
Cargo Capacity	33 cubic feet of cargo space behind the third row, 83.3 cubic feet behind the second row, and 143.8 cubic feet behind the first row
Drivetrain	Front-Wheel Drive
Transmission	6-speed automatic

Debut

Chrysler started manufacturing minivans in the year 1984 and around six years later in the year 1990, it introduced its first-ever Town and Country minivan. This was the first vehicle of Chrysler that offered upscale features. Moreover, its fifth-generation model came in the year 2008 making it the oldest vehicle of Chrysler to be present to this date. After that, came the 2014 model and in 2016 Chrysler stopped the production of this model.

Upgrades

In 2014, Chrysler celebrated the 30^th anniversary of its Town and Country minivan with the launch of the 2012 new model. Its added features include 17 inches of aluminum wheels having polished faces, badges of its 30^th anniversary, and options available for Granite Crystal Pearl Coat paint.   

Price

The manufacturer’s selling price of this 2014 model is around $32,000 and goes to $43,000 for upper trim models. The variants come with different added features such as better transmission, fuel mileage, structure, interior and exterior colors, engine, and other packages which add to the price of the basic model. However, this model is now mostly available as a used car as it is an old model and is no longer in production. So this model is available in different regions by a variety of dealers at different prices. The used model price starts from $17,000 and goes up for loaded trim models.

Trim Levels

The 2014 Chrysler Town and Country has four trim levels: Touring, Touring L, S, and Limited. The details of these trim levels are given below; each trim level should include a 2014 Chrysler Town and Country Owner’s Manual.

Touring

This trim model of the 2014 Town and Country has a manufacturer’s price of $30,765. It is equipped with climate control which has three zones automatic climate change feature, leather upholstery, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, sound controls are also present on it, folding the third row of seats, an 8-way adjustable driver’s seat, remote keyless entry, 6 speaker stereo sound system, 6.5 inches touch screen, power heated mirrors, garage door opener, a 115-volt power outlet, power rear liftgate, fog lights, and much more.

Touring L

The Touring L trim level of Town and Country comes with a price tag of $33,995. Apart from the standard features that come with all the trim levels of 2014 Town and Country, other features are an 8-way adjustable driver and passenger seat, remote starting of the car, power-folding of exterior side mirrors, sunshades for the second and third row of passengers’ seats, auto-dimming of the driver’s side mirrors, etc. In addition, the safety features include a security alarm in case of any unrecognized entry, a blind-spot assist safety feature, rain-sensing windshield wipers for both front and rear, and a parking assist system.

S trim level

This model has a starting price of $31,195 and includes a sports performance suspension, a black chrome-colored grille giving it a classy look, a heavy-duty all-disc braking system, third-row automatic power-folding seats, black Alcantara seat upholstery with leather bolsters of Nappa, manual-folding mirrors unlike the Touring L variant, and aluminum wheels with polished faces and black pockets.

Limited

This variant of the 2014 Town and Country is loaded with advanced features hence, has a higher price tag of $41,295. The features of this model include, Nappa company’s leather upholstery with suede inserts, a 9-speaker stereo surround audio system, instead of the standard 6-speaker audio system, a USB port, a keyless entry in the vehicle and engine start, a heated steering wheel, a heated and ventilated seats, high-intensity lights, navigation system, standard safety features, and memory in-glass turning signals.

Option Packages    

 The options packages for this model include load-leveling rear suspension and a Trailer Tow group that has a heavy-duty engine with more transmission speed. This package costs $850 to $1000. For the Touring L variant, the option of a 9 inches entertainment screen is available which would cost you around $995. Moreover, wireless headphones, USB ports, and a 115-volt outlet for charging phones are also available.

Speaking of the safety features, Chrysler also offers a safety package that includes rai-sensitive wipers, tire pressures display, blind spot and cross path detection systems, and automatic high-beam lights control.

Performance:

Town and Country have a 3.6-liter V6 engine that gives 283 horsepower which is quite good for a minivan and puts it in line with the competition with Honda Odyssey and Toyota Sienna. Although it does not provide a very speedy drive, it is a good option for big family journeys. The ride is smooth and peaceful with no engine noise making it the best one in its class of vehicles.

Seating Capacity:

This has 7 person seating capacity of three rows of seats. Both second and third rows are foldable giving extra space for storing cargo and making it a great choice for families who have to store big quantities of cargo and haul people for travel.

Verdict

Chrysler Town and Country is comparatively smoother and quiet, practically powerful, well equipped with features, luxury, fuel-efficient, and most importantly, a family-friendly vehicle. Moreover, it even has several add-on features available for affordable prices such as seating and storage, entertainment features, etc. The price is a bit on the higher side but this vehicle is one of the best cars and the most luxurious minivan in the market.