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Chrysler Town & Country III 3.8 V6 (180 Hp) Automatic
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Chrysler Town & Country:
The Chrysler Town & Country is a minivan manufactured and marketed by Chrysler starting from the 1990 until the 2016 model year. It was the third Chrysler minivan model introduced in North America. The Town & Country adopted its nameplate from the flagship Chrysler station wagon line, adopting its exterior woodgrain trim as a design feature for several generations.
Marketed as the flagship of the Chrysler minivan line, five generations of the Town & Country were slotted above the extended-wheelbase Dodge Grand Caravan and Plymouth Grand Voyager. For 2017, Chrysler retired the nameplate, with sixth-generation Chrysler-division minivans becoming the Chrysler Pacifica. After the 2016 model year, Chrysler marked the sale of its 12 millionth minivan. Produced almost continuously for 75 years , the Town & Country nameplate is the longest-produced Chrysler; its longevity is second only to the Chevrolet Suburban in automotive history....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III Overview:
Chrysler Town & Country (III). With 325 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1669 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
3.8 V6 (180 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate power for daily driving and highway cruising, providing a good balance for a family minivan.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is typical for a large V6 minivan of its era, but not exceptional by modern standards.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and versatile interior with Stow 'n Go seating (later models)
- • Comfortable ride quality, ideal for long trips
- • Available All-Wheel Drive (AWD) for enhanced traction
- • Family-friendly features and ample cargo space
- • Generally good value on the used market
Cons:
- • Fuel economy is not competitive by modern standards
- • Dated styling and interior by the end of its production run
- • Some common mechanical issues, particularly with transmissions
- • Not very engaging to drive, typical for a minivan of its era
- • Limited advanced safety features compared to newer vehicles
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 1991 - 1995).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chrysler |
| Model: | Town & Country |
| Generation: | III |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.8 V6 (180 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1996 |
| End of production: | 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 180 Hp @ 4300 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 47.6 Hp/l [173mm more] |
| Torque: | 325 Nm @ 3150 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EGH More details about the engine EGH |
| Engine displacement: | 3778 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Coolant: | 9.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 96 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 87 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.3 kg/Hp, 107.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.1 kg/Nm, 194.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1669 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1764 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 671 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 76 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5070 mm mm [173mm more] |
| Width: | 1920 mm mm [91mm more] |
| Height: | 1740 mm mm [66mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3030 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1600 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1626 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 215/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension |
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