2005 Chrysler Town and Country Consumer Reviews

Good experience

Written by: Lennypoli on 07/31/2009

Vehicle

2005 Chrysler Town and Country Touring 4dr Ext Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

My 2005 T&C now has 67000 miles. I do preventative maintenance... Regular oil changes, air & oil filters etc. I replace tranny and radiator fluid after 50,000 miles and serpentine belt just to be safe. I'm on the first set of replacement brake pads. This vehicle has never failed me except for needing a new battery. However, at 67000 miles I had to have the front struts replaced and the O2 sensor. I hope to keep it for 100,000 miles.

Favorite Features

The stow-n-go seats are what sold me on this vehicle. Road economy is very acceptable.

Suggested Improvements

Update body style and make car jazzier. Re-design the steering wheel for more comfortable grip.

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Satisfied!!

Written by: Lily on 07/29/2009

Vehicle

2005 Chrysler Town and Country LX 4dr Ext Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I have had my van now for a couple of years and have had many road trips inside of Florida and one to Tennessee. I have had great reliability on the highway and in the city so far. Very satisfied with the drive and comfort. Only have a slight hesitation that we can't seem to find a reason for, even though all maintenance has been performed on time. Hesitation is only when driving around 40 miles per hour.

Favorite Features

Cruise control easy to use and stow and go seats with extra storage.

Suggested Improvements

Would like it to be a little more insulated against noise in highway.

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Great Van for traveing and hauling

Written by: Larry on 07/26/2009

Vehicle

2005 Chrysler Town and Country LX 4dr Ext Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)

Review

This van is one great running van. I just got back from over 6000 miles going to Canada and around lake Superior and many cities. I have gone there often in the last few years from Florida. Van has now 74,000 miles on it. At 65 mph I get easy 28 mph. While this is my opinon, I do think too many people creates their own karma by negative thinking and it reflects back to their cars and physical body. My relative own a Honda repair shop and he has done well for years and now owns his building (garage) included. There is no guarrantees no matter what car you buy, its all up to your postive views about life, and not blaming others for your life experiences.

Favorite Features

Van has now 74,000 miles on it. I still get 24.8 miles a gal. at 75 miles per hour. at 65 mph I get easy 28 mph. Love the Seats, no back pain. great ride for traveling

Suggested Improvements

the New Vans feels like it has bigger Brakes that I wish I had.

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Why Chrysler if having problems

Written by: kerrygm on 04/27/2009

Vehicle

2005 Chrysler Town and Country 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)

Review

We bought this vehicle new. Bought it for price, look, and accessories (DVD). Although still looks good from outside and in, it has developed serious electrical problems. Parts of dash stop working, 5 minutes later they work. A dash light out, smack the dash it come on. Had one time where vehicle lost complete power (fuel injection, steering, etc...) Got it off the road, turned key off and back on and it worked. When problems starting ocurring, dealers were no help. Said they could pull the dash and start tracing wires. Needless to say it is leaving our house soon. Also, serious braking problems and expense. Also, very uncomfortable drivers seat.

Favorite Features

DVD, outside appearence.

Suggested Improvements

Brakes that don't wear out so soon. A better electrical system and hardware (rear hatch jacks are rusting out).

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Mistake!

Written by: awalters on 04/11/2009

Vehicle

2005 Chrysler Town and Country Limited 4dr Ext Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

We owned a 1997 T&C prior to our 2005 T&C. We loved our first van, but this van has been awful from the start. We've replaced the brakes 4 times, have had issues with the windows and locks, power steering, transmission, and radio. The wheels are constantly covered in black brake dust that is horrible to remove. Service says this is normal for this van. Van lets in a terrible amount of road noise and the construction seems so much cheaper than our previous van. I cannot express what a mistake it was to buy this van. Looking to dump it now, but it's worthless.

Favorite Features

Stow-n-Go, DVD, power lift gate and doors

Suggested Improvements

too many to list

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Shocked!

Written by: Karen R on 03/28/2009

Vehicle

2005 Chrysler Town and Country Touring 4dr Ext Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I purchased my 2005 T&C vehicle to replace a 2001 Chrysler Concorde. First, my dealer is the absolute best! I trust no one else! It's the van I no longer trust. Today was the second time I was stranded because the darned thing didn't want to start. I've had a module that controls all electrical functions replaced, and am now awaiting the electrical line for the power cargo door on the driver's side. After shopping and having to get home, I tried starting my van and it was DEAD! I called for a tow truck and in the meantime, tried to start my vehicle after 10 minutes. First two times it wouldn't start; third time it fired up. Still had tow operator take to dealer! Not thrilled with this!!

Favorite Features

Ease of driving (when it starts); comfort of seats (I LOVE them); east of manageability of vehicle. I LOVE my minivan!!!!

Suggested Improvements

Electrical system; my minivan is only 4 years old. I traded in a 9 year old Concorde thinking I was doing better.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Good Minivan

Written by: AlabamaJoe on 02/15/2009

Vehicle

2005 Chrysler Town and Country Limited 4dr Ext Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Bought this car used two years ago and have been very pleased with it. Still has original brakes; but had to replace a window regulator. We get about 24-25mpg highway with a family of five and luggage. The stow-n-go is great, I'm stunned others haven't copied it. Ride is quiet, smooth, very predictable. Plenty of power to pass and climb hills. Nav system is OK but not great, tends to run out of map.

Favorite Features

Stow-n-go seating. Sound system. Seat comfort and ride height. Storage space; bins when seats are up, flat floor when they are down.

Suggested Improvements

Better nav system with cheaper map updates. I can buy a brand new Garmin Nuvi for the price of a map update. Automatic doors won't close (or open) when vehicle is in gear.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Arkansas Cruising

Written by: ArkansasCrusing on 01/03/2009

Vehicle

2005 Chrysler Town and Country LX 4dr Ext Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I bought this van used at a Dodge dealer in Fort Smith. It had 22000 miles on it when I got it and it now has 55000. My wife and I take it everywhere, Arizona, Grand canyon, Utah, Colorado Texas, New Mexico. It rides great on the interstate. No problems, all I do is change the oil every 5000 miles. Lots of room with stow-n-go seating. I plan on keeping it for a long time, now planning another trip to Colorado.

Favorite Features

Stow-N-Go seating, smooth ride on highway. Fuel economy not bad, about 22 on the highway.

Suggested Improvements

Beefier brakes needed.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Extended Warranty is Needed

Written by: Paul on 12/30/2008

Vehicle

2005 Chrysler Town and Country Touring 4dr Ext Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I bought the van new and for the first 30K miles it ran trouble-free. The first issue was resurfacing brake rotors at 32K. Next issue was replacement of belts, water pump and stabilizing bar and bushings at 48K. The latest issue was the replacement of the power steering rack at 51K. I want to be brand loyal, but it's getting harder with each issue. The brightside is when I factor the savings from the 0% interest loan and generous rebate at the time of purchase vs the costs, I'm still ahead in total price when compared to Honda and Toyota. I just hope that the van runs trouble free for the remainder of my loan.

Favorite Features

Fold flat 2nd row seating (an amazing feature), driving feel, rear power door, original tires still running, radio controls behind the steering wheel, comfortable drivers seat.

Suggested Improvements

Quality in OEM parts. No car / van built in 2005 should have my issues within 4 years or 50K miles. Gas mileage at 16 mpg in suburban driving.

10 out 10 people found this review helpful

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Huge Disappointment

Written by: Elaine N on 12/19/2008

Vehicle

2005 Chrysler Town and Country Limited 4dr Ext Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Within the first year, the van started having major problems. It died on us four times in the first year, each for different reasons. The quality of the interior is terrible, and we always held our breath when we had to rely on it for a long or special trip. This despite the high price of the model. I have hated the car since I drove it away and would never recommend it to anyone.

Favorite Features

It is a nice looking car from the outside. And Chrysler ruined that with its new design.

Suggested Improvements

Start over.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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