Chrysler Group Lowers Prices and Adds More to 2008 Town & Country and Grand Caravan Minivans
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• All-new 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan SE model offers consumers $2,070
better value than its predecessor at $1,950 lower U.S. Manufacturer's
Suggested Retail Price (MSRP)
• All-new 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT model
offers $2,015 more content at an MSRP that is $970 less than its
predecessor -- All-new 2008 Chrysler Town & Country LX model offers an MSRP
that is $3,585 lower than its predecessor with $400 of additional standard
content
• All-new 2008 Chrysler Town & Country Touring offers $2,395
better value than its predecessor at an $835 lower MSRP than the outgoing
model
• All-new 2008 Chrysler Town & Country Limited provides $2,350 added
content at an MSRP $935 lower than its predecessor
• With 35 new or improved features, three distinct seating and storage systems and clever
features customers appreciate, the all-new 2008 Chrysler and Dodge minivans
give consumers the comforts of a home away from home at a reasonable price
See Also: Chrysler Buyers Guide and Dodge Buyers Guide.
AUBURN HILLS, MI - July 12, 2007: Chrysler Group today announced U.S. pricing for the all-new 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town & Country arriving in dealerships this fall. With 35 new or improved features, a new 4.0 liter V-6 engine mated to a minivan-first six-speed transaxle, more standard equipment including standard all-row side curtain air bags and Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and an average U.S. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of roughly $2,000 less than outgoing models, the all-new 2008 Dodge and Chrysler minivans offer customers a "family room on wheels" for just about every lifestyle and price point.
2008 Dodge Minivans
 Dodge Grand Caravan |
2008 Dodge Grand Caravan SE
With a U.S. MSRP starting at $22,470 (including $730 destination), the
Dodge Grand Caravan SE offers exceptional value for an entry-level minivan.
Some of the standard features included are a 3.3-liter V-6 engine that
produces 175 hp (131 kW) and 205 lb.-ft. (278 N*m) of torque mated to a
four- speed transaxle and is a flex-fuel engine, capable of running on E85,
a renewable fuel; advanced multistage driver and low risk deployment front
passenger air bags; supplemental all-row side-curtain air bags with added
rollover protection; Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Brake Assist
and traction control; four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes; brake-park
interlock; tire pressure monitoring system; LATCH child seat anchor system;
overhead console that includes a rearview interior conversation mirror with
sunglass holder; standard front-row center floor console with four
removable, dishwasher safe cup holders; power door locks; dual, manual
sliding doors; first- and second- row bottle holders; dual glove boxes;
third-row rear seatback grocery bag hooks; halogen headlamps with
headlamp-off time delay; manual liftgate with single floodlamp; 12-volt
power outlets in the instrument panel and rear quarter trim; AM/FM/CD/MP3
radio with four speaker sound system; Sentry Key(R) remote, keyless,
illuminated entry with anti-theft engine immobilizer; removable second-row
two-passenger bench seat and third-row 60/40 split bench seat that folds
into the floor; second-row, in-floor covered storage bins; DoorAlert; FOB
Integrated Key (FOBIK); tire pressure monitoring system; 16- inch steel
wheels; power front windows with one-touch down and driver side on- touch
up and intermittent front and rear wipers.
2008 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT
With a starting U.S. MSRP of $27,535 (including $730 destination), the
2008 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT offers premium amenities with a sporty,
grown-up appearance. In addition to the standard features on the Dodge
Grand Caravan SE model, some of the standard features the Grand Caravan SXT
model adds are a 3.8-liter V-6 engine that produces 197 hp and 230 lb.-ft.
of torque mated to a minivan-first six-speed automatic transaxle; Stow 'n
Go(R) seating and storage system; second-row power windows and third-row
power vents; YES Essentials(R) anti-static, anti-odor, anti-stain cloth
seats and floor mats; power adjustable pedals; three-zone manual
temperature control; 115-volt power inverter, power adjustable pedals,
single rear, full-length, overhead console system with storage bins;
second- and third-row moveable LED lamps; LED halo light ring that emits a
soft greenish-blue light; HomeLink Universal Transceiver with programmable,
three-function with remote control garage door opener and interior/exterior
home lighting or security devices; illuminated vanity mirrors; eight-way
power driver seat; manual driver lumbar support; leather-wrapped shift knob
and steering wheel with steering-wheel-mounted audio controls; six speaker
sound system; speed control with steering wheel- mounted controls and trip
computer with temperature and compass display in instrument cluster.
Available features include the Swivel 'n Go(TM) seat system; 4.0-liter V-6 engine that produces 251 hp and 259 lb.-ft. of torque; ParkSense(R) back-up assist system; ParkView(R) rear back-up camera; heated first- and second-row seats in cloth or leather; AM/FM/CD/DVD/MP3/HDD MyGIG(TM) Multimedia Infotainment System with or without navigation and includes UConnect(R) Handsfree communication system, SIRIUS Satellite Radio; SIRIUS Backseat TV satellite video with three channels of family programming that includes Disney Channel, Nickelodeon Mobile and Cartoon Network Mobile; a minivan-first one- touch power folding third-row seat; remote start; a premium, removable sliding front center floor console with four cup holders, multiple storage bins and 12-volt power outlet; power sunroof; single or dual DVD entertainment systems and 17-inch aluminum wheels.
2008 Chrysler Minivans
 Chrysler Town & Country |
"Offering consumers cutting edge amenities and value for their dollar was a prime consideration in the development of the new Chrysler Town & Country minivan," said David Rooney, Director - Chrysler Brand. "The heritage of the original luxury minivan is evident in the 2008 Chrysler Town & Country, but with an updated style and flair. We've added 35 new or improved features that continue the Chrysler tradition of offering premium amenities without the premium price. In fact, we lowered the price of the Town & Country LX by more than $3,500 and added $400 more content."
2008 Chrysler Town & Country LX
With a starting U.S. MSRP of $23,190 (including $730 destination), the
2008 Chrysler Town & Country LX offers premium amenities without the
premium price. Standard features on the Chrysler Town & Country LX include
a 3.3-liter V-6 engine that produces 175 hp (131 kW) and 205 lb.-ft. (278
N*m) of torque and is mated to a four-speed transaxle. The 3.3-liter engine
is a flex-fuel engine capable of running on E85, a renewable fuel. Some of
the other standard features included are an advanced multistage driver air
bag and front passenger low risk deployment air bag; supplemental all-row
side curtain air bag with added rollover protection; ESP with brake assist
and traction control; passenger assist handles located on the A-pillar,
B-pillar and headliner above the sliding passenger doors; four-wheel
anti-lock brakes; brake-park interlock; LATCH child seat anchor system;
analog clock; overhead console that includes a rearview interior
conversation mirror with sunglass holder; standard front-row center floor
console with four removable, dishwasher safe cup holders; rear window
defroster; power door locks; dual manual-sliding doors; sunscreen glass;
first- and second-row bottle holders; dual glove boxes; third-row rear
seatback grocery bag hooks; halogen quad headlamps with headlamp-off time
delay; manual liftgate with single floodlamp; 12-volt power outlets in the
instrument panel and rear quarter trim; AM/FM/CD/MP3 radio with four
speaker sound system; Sentry Key remote, keyless, illuminated entry with
anti-theft engine immobilizer; YES Essentials anti- stain, anti-odor,
anti-static fabric seats; removable second-row two-passenger bench seat and
third-row 60/40 split bench seat that folds into the floor; second-row,
in-floor covered storage bins; DoorAlert; power rack and pinion steering;
FOBIK; tire pressure monitoring system; 16-inch steel wheels; power front
windows with driver-side one-touch down and intermittent front and rear
wipers.
2008 Chrysler Town & Country Touring
With a starting U.S. MSRP of $28,430 (including $730 destination), the
2008 Chrysler Town & Country Touring minivan offers customers luxury
amenities at a price they can afford. In addition to those offered on the
Chrysler Town & Country LX, some of the standard features the Chrysler Town
& Country Touring adds include: a 3.8-liter V-6 engine that produces 197 hp
(147 kW) and 230 lb.-ft. (312 N*m) of torque and is mated to a new,
minivan-first six-speed transaxle; Stow 'n Go seating and storage system;
power sliding driver side and passenger doors; power liftgate; HomeLink
Universal Tranceiver; rear, moveable courtesy/reading lamps; door courtesy
lamp; removable, rechargeable LED flashlight; fog lamps; illuminated visor
vanity; foldaway, power-heated body-color exterior mirrors; power
adjustable pedals; 115-volt inverter located on the front of the
driver-side C-pillar trim panel; roof rack; eight- way power driver seat;
leather-wrapped shift knob and steering wheel with steering wheel mounted
audio controls; six-speaker sound system and 16-inch aluminum wheels.
2008 Chrysler Town & Country Limited
With a starting U.S. MSRP of $36,400 (including $730 destination), the
2008 Chrysler Town & Country Limited sets the standard for luxury minivans.
In addition to the standard equipment included on the 2008 Chrysler Town &
Country Touring model, the Town & Country Limited also includes a new 4.0-
liter V-6 engine that produces 251 hp (189 kW) and 259 lb.-ft. (350 N*m) of
torque and is mated to a new, minivan-first six-speed transaxle; three-zone
automatic temperature control; luxury front- and second-row floor mats;
High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps; auto-dimming rearview mirror;
power, foldaway, heated multifunction chrome mirrors with supplemental side
signals and driver-side memory; ParkSense rear park assist system, MyGIG
AM/FM/CD/DVD/HDD/MP3 Multimedia Entertainment system, ParkView rear back-up
camera and SIRIUS satellite radio; remote start system; leather-trimmed
first- and second-row seats with suede microfiber accents; security alarm;
premium sound system which includes ten speakers with a minivan-first
subwoofer and 506-watt amplifier; premium removable front center console
that slides rearward 21 inches and offers four cup holders, a 12-volt power
outlet and multiple storage areas; premium tire pressure monitoring system
with Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) and 17-inch chrome-clad
wheels.
Available equipment for the 2008 Chrysler Town & Country models includes Swivel 'n Go seat system; three-zone automatic temperature control; remote start; foldaway, power-heated chrome mirrors that include supplemental signals and driver-side memory; auto-dimming exterior driver side mirror; ParkSense rear park assist system; ParkView rear back-up camera; SIRIUS Satellite Radio; SIRIUS Backseat TV satellite TV with three channels of family programming including Disney Channel, Nickelodeon Mobile and Cartoon Network Mobile; heated first- and second-row seats (cloth or leather); second- and third-row retractable sunshades; premium sound system which includes ten speakers with a minivan-first subwoofer and 506-watt amplifier; premium removable front center console that slides rearward 21 inches and offers four cup holders, a 12-volt power outlet and multiple storage areas; premium tire pressure monitoring system with EVIC; integrated child booster seat (late availability); power sunroof; remote start; one-touch power folding third-row seat; sunroof; trailer tow package; single or dual DVD entertainment systems and 17-inch aluminum wheels.
2008 Dodge Grand Caravan Pricing:
Following is U.S. MSRP for the new 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan models. (All prices include $730 destination.)
2008 MSRP Outgoing MSRP Grand Caravan SE: $22,470 $24,420 Grand Caravan SXT: $27,535 $28,505 Chrysler Town & Country Pricing:
Following is U.S. MSRP for the new 2008 Chrysler Town & Country models. (All prices include $730 destination.)
2008 MSRP Outgoing MSRP Town & Country LX: $23,190 $26,775 Town & Country Touring: $28,430 $29,265 Town & Country Limited: $36,400 $37,335
Dodge Brand
Whether it's cars, trucks or minivans, the Dodge brand offers bold,
powerful, capable and street-smart vehicles that are known for affordable
performance. With nine new vehicles launching in the last two years, Dodge,
the Chrysler Group's best-selling brand, continues its product offensive
with the launch of the all-new 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. With more than 1.3
million units sold globally in 2006 (1,077,579 units in the U.S.), Dodge is
the Chrysler Group's best-selling brand and the number five nameplate in
the U.S. auto market with a 7 percent market share.
Chrysler Brand
Driven by award-winning new models, the Chrysler brand has seen a
dramatic increase in sales, market share and brand image in recent years.
Since 1990, Chrysler brand sales have jumped more than 250 percent. No
other American automotive brand has grown as much during the same time
frame.
Minivan Production
The 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town & Country models will be
built at Windsor Assembly Plant in Windsor, Ontario, Canada and St. Louis
South Assembly Plant in Fenton, Missouri. The 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan and
Chrysler Town & Country will arrive in U.S. dealerships in the fall of
2007.
