2000 Chrysler Town & Country Road Test - Consumer Guide Automotive

Our road test for the 2000 Chrysler Town & Country includes a full evaluation of the 2000 Chrysler Town & Country from the inside out. We evaluate not only engine and handling performance for the 2000 Chrysler Town & Country, but also interior cabin and cargo space. Let our comprehensive road test ratings for the 2000 Chrysler Town & Country help you decide if a 2000 Chrysler Town & Country is right for you.

2000 Chrysler Town & Country Road Test

Pros	Cons

Steering/handling	Rear visibility

Passenger and cargo room	Climate controls

Build quality	Fuel economy

Exterior finish	Wind noise

Interior materials

Acceleration (3.8 liter)

Ride

Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings

Acceleration

LXi, 3.8 V6	Class Average
5	3.6

The 3.3-liter V6 has adequate power, but the 3.8's extra muscle makes expressway merging and uphill climbs noticeably easier, especially with a load; it's our engine of choice.

Fuel Economy

LXi, 3.8 V6	Class Average
4	3.9

We averaged 15 mpg in a test of an AWD model; 3.3-liter models manage about 17 mpg overall.

Ride Quality

LXi, 3.8 V6	Class Average
6	4.9

Firm yet supple, though the AWD and towing options have firmer damping that's mediocre at absorbing bumps.

Steering/Handling/Braking

LXi, 3.8 V6	Class Average
4	4.3

As do its less-costly siblings, Town & Country drives like a large car, with precise steering and reasonably balanced handling. AWD works, but 3.8-liter front-drive models come with traction control that copes well with winter weather.

Quietness

LXi, 3.8 V6	Class Average
5	4.5

Among the quieter minivans, with engines well-isolated, though wind and especially tire noise are noticed as speed increases.

Controls

LXi, 3.8 V6	Class Average
6	5.7

Gauges and controls are logically arrayed, though it's a slight stretch to the radio and climate controls.

Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)

LXi, 3.8 V6	Class Average
7	6

Fine room for even larger adults. Step-in height is among the lowest in the class, so entry/exit is easy even with AWD.

Room/Comfort (rear)

LXi, 3.8 V6	Class Average
8	6.4

Sufficient head and leg room in second and third rows. Double sliding doors are standard, but GM rivals have a power right-side sliding door and Ford, Toyota, and Honda offer two power sliders.

Cargo Room

LXi, 3.8 V6	Class Average
10	9.3

There's ample cargo space, even with all seats in use. Second- and third-row seats are heavy and cumbersome to remove, though that's true of nearly all competitors.

Value within Class

LXi, 3.8 V6	Class Average
6	5.8

Town & Country isn't the Best Buy value a Caravan or Voyager is, but as a minivan for the status-conscious, this Chrysler offers lots of posh for the price.

Total Score