2009 Chrysler Town & Country

While the 2009 Chrysler Town & Country model doesn't change all that much, there are a couple notable differences, such as an 8% increase in fuel economy, revamped brakes and small tweaks designed to reduce cabin noise. Plus, this particular loaded to the hilt Town & Country -- it has every option from the tow package to the automaker's much-hyped Uconnect web hub

Given the minimal mechanical changes, the 2009 Town & Country's ride remains relatively the same as the 2008 model, with the exception of its slightly grabbier brakes. The Chrysler Town & Country moves smoothly and deliberately, its 240-hp 4.0L V-6 hauling the 4600-plus lb of minivan with relative authority when the gas pedal is buried in the floor. Its steering is better than on many sedans, striking a nice balance between weight and responsiveness, and the suspension isn't too soft.

The 2009 Chrysler Town & Country raises the bar in minivan safety by adding two all-new, minivan-first safety features to the more than 40 available safety features already found on the award-winning fifth-generation minivan. With over 40 new or improved features from the previous generation, including unsurpassed 17 city / 25 highway mpg fuel economy; Town & Country remains the best vehicle to transport people and things.

For 2009, the optimized engine receives an extra 11 hp and 6 lb-ft along with a fuel economy boost. Combined with revised gear ratios in its six-speed automatic, the 2009 Chrysler Town & Country's fuel economy improves to 17 mpg city and 25 mpg highway. Additionally, stability control becomes standard standard. The asking price for these more efficient minivans starts at $26,500.

With an improved 4.0-liter six-cylinder engine and a minivan-first six-speed transmission, no other minivan has better fuel economy than the 2009 Town & Country. We optimized both the engine and the transmission to give our customers the fuel economy they want, and the power and responsiveness they expect.