
Chrysler has made substantial improvements in emergency handling and stopping power, and a new Fuel Economizer switch that changes the transmission shift schedule for better mileage.
Chrysler is eliminating overlap in its minivan not only by having more styling differences, but also by having Chrysler take over where Dodge ends. All the minivans, though, come with a 3.6 liter V6 (283 hp / 260 lb-ft) and six-speed automatic; gas mileage is targeted at 17 city, 25 highway.
Changes over 2010 include a larger front sway bar; new rear sway bar; new rear suspension; increased rear roll center height; new spring rates; new steering gear; new front static camber setting; lowered ride height; extra sound insulation including acoustic glass; re-engineered seats; softer touch surfaces; new LED ambient lighting and center console; new fascios, fenders, hood, and deck lid; new tail lamps, fog lights, and halogen projector headlamps with LED accents, and grille.
Fleets can buy a cheaper van, the Cargo Van, with basic 16 inch steel wheels, cloth seats, the base radio with two speakers, two-zone climate control, manual tilt-telescope steering wheel, and no rear seats.
Chrysler has set a new precedent by including SafetyTec™ on every Town & Country; SafetyTec is a package of 40 standard safety and technology features, including the class-unique Blind Spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path Detection.
Stow n Go has (as predicted by Allpar) been upgraded with more comfortable seats and a one-touch fold down feature for easier access to the third row, and a new super center console. The exterior has been refreshed, replacing the blocky styling with luxury cues and replacing the guppy grille with more luxurious trim.Electronics include the carry-over dual DVD system that can play different media at the same time, SIRIUS Backseat TV™ which offers three channels of childrens programming; and FLO TV featuring 20 channels of live programming both of which are exclusive to Chrysler Group minivans; voice command functions for radio, iPod/mp3 players, phone, navigation, and information.