The 2012 Town and Country features utilizes one basic engine type and drive train. The respected 3.6-liter, 24-valve V6 Pentastar power plant delivers 283 horsepower and 260 foot-pounds of torque, ensuring good acceleration when passing or changing lanes without sacrificing fuel economy. With the inclusion of variable-valve timing, this 2012 Chrysler minivan is surprisingly easy on fuel. Estimated fuel economy is 17 miles per gallon in town and 25 miles per gallon on the highway. The six-speed automatic transmission shifts effortlessly and includes a gate that allows manual shifting capabilities when needed or desired. The paddle shifter adds to the smoothness when changing gears. Chrysler is offering the new 2012 Town and Country in five different trim levels with an array of amenities and creature comforts such as onboard DVD players, USB ports for plugging in iPod and Bluetooth devices, a dealer-installed mobile WiFi hotspot option, and a blindspot alarm. The base 2012 Chrysler Town and Country LX, the second-tier model, features electronic cruise control which is mounted on the steering column. Mid-level options are available on the EX trim level with its all-season radial tires. As in most minivans, the rear seat folds flat to provide more cargo area but Chrysler engineers made it easier to stow everything out of the way with an innovative roller mechanism found on the EX. The 2012 Chrysler Town and Country LXI offers a step up in styling and comfort with a passenger-side power-assisted and an onboard entertainment system that rivals many home theaters. At the top of Town and Country quality and options is the Limited version, offering automatic climate control throughout the driver and passenger areas as well as durable deluxe leather-trimmed upholstery.
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