Talks About Cars

Chrysler Group wants to provide automotive consumers the best practical way and for transporting huge number of persons as well as cargo, with the introduction of its two minivan models: the all-new 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan and the 2008 Chrysler Town & Country.
According to Steven Landry, Executive Vice President - Chrysler Group NAFTA Sales, Global Marketing, Service and Parts: "Family transportation has changed since the introduction of the original Dodge Caravan in 1984. The all-new 2008 Chrysler Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan set the family transportation standard with an all-new 'grown-up' appearance, five different models, three distinct seating and storage systems, unmatched entertainment systems and the safety consumers expect and deserve. Add in three powertrain options, clever interior features and industry-leading functionality and you have a recipe that will be a favorite with any family."

Larry Lyons, Vice President - Chrysler Group Front-wheel-drive Product Team also commented: "Chrysler Group engineers continue to bring fresh ideas to the minivan segment. This time, we turn the tables on traditional seats with a technology that lets families have more choices of how to spend their time while traveling. With Swivel 'n Go, second- and third-row passengers can face each other to have a conversation, play games or have a meal on the go."

Lyons added: "Chrysler Group is the first to offer a six-speed transaxle in a minivan. With a new 4.0-liter, V-6 aluminum engine and new six-speed transaxle, the 2008 Chrysler and Dodge minivans offer added performance and a smoother driving experience."
Customers can choose different powertrain combinations for both models. These include:
- new 4.0-liter V-6 aluminum engine coupled with a new six-speed transaxle that produces 251 hp and 259 lb.-ft. of torque
- 3.8-liter V-6 aluminum engine coupled with a new six-speed transaxle that produces 197 hp and 230 lb.-ft. of torque
- 3.3-liter flex-fuel-capable V-6 aluminum engine coupled with a four-speed transaxle that produces 175 hp and 205 lb.-ft. of torque.

Check out the other highlights of the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan and the 2008 Chrysler Town & Country below:

- all-new Swivel 'n Go(TM) seat system
- minivan-first integrated child booster seat in the second-row quad chair
- available minivan-exclusive one-touch power-folding third-row 60/40 bench seat
- All-row supplemental side-curtain air bags
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with traction control and brake assist
- LATCH child seat anchor system
- energy- absorbing steering column
- ParkView(R) rear back- up camera
- a rearview interior conversation mirror
- ParkSense(R) rear back-up system
- premium, multi-function, front-row sliding console that moves rearward as much as 21 inches
- second-row in-floor covered storage bins
- second-row bench seat with second-row covered storage bins and third-row fold-in-the-floor seating
- industry-exclusive Stow 'n Go(R) seating and storage system
- removable table that fits between the second and third rows and a fold-in-the-floor third-row seat
- minivan-first one-touch power-folding third-row seat
- second-row leather or cloth seats; remote start; YES Essentials(R) stain- resistant, odor-resistant, anti-static cloth fabric and floor mats; a removable, rechargeable flashlight in the rear quarter panel; second-row power windows; second- and third-row retractable sun shades; sunglass holder with rearview interior conversation mirror, power sliding doors; power liftgate with power button on the key fob and rear-pillar; ambient halo lighting; movable, pinpoint Light Emitting Diode (LED) reading lamps; map lights and a single- or tri-zone heating and cooling system.
- dual DVD multimedia entertainment system that can play different media at the same time
- MyGIG(TM) CD/DVD/HDD/MP3/satellite radio with voice-activated capability
- SIRIUS Satellite Radio
- SIRIUS Backseat TV
- UConnect(R) Hands-free Communication system with Bluetooth(R) technology
- mesh side pockets on the second-row seats that can hold iPods
- hand-held gaming systems or beverages
- 115-volt inverter