2006 Chrysler Town and Country Consumer Reviews

Used to love my vans

Written by: Mom with Van on 09/29/2008

Vehicle

2006 Chrysler Town and Country LX 4dr Ext Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)

Review

This is our 3rd TnC van and it has many comfortable features that make long trips possible for a family of 6. I'm happy with the larger 3.8 engine for acceleration and the mileage is OK at 19 mpg in town 21 on hwy. I do Love the stow and go bins. However, the AC went out at 18k miles (a known Chrysler issue & a 2wk back ordered wait for parts). Now 2 mths later the passenger sliding door motor is shot, the dash board lights are flickering like a strobe light, & a strange new humming in back? All under warranty, but also under 27k driven. What's next! Yes, the factory brakes are garbage and need replacing entirely too soon. Don't wait if they squeak at all or new rotors will be in your future

Favorite Features

COMFORT, Stow-n-Go, rear climate controls, bigger 3.8 engine, optional console, automatic side and back doors. My extended warranty!

Suggested Improvements

A middle rear seat shoulder lap-belt and BETTER mechanical quality. My '99 (57k) and '03(40k) had no major issues when traded. I guess there's more profit in repairs, but this is getting ridiculous!

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2006 touring bad gas mileage etc

Written by: 2006 town & Country on 09/29/2008

Vehicle

2006 Chrysler Town and Country Touring 4dr Ext Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

This is my 5th Chrysler van I have 25Kmiles so far. always gotten expected gas mileage with others, this one is horrible 12.5 mpg in city and i do not drive any differently than other van. took it back 5 times, told me must be the fold and go seating, ridiculous.should be at least getting 16 (sticker is 18 and 25.) I might get 20 on the highway if lucky. Sunroof leaks, shorted out upper gauges. can't fix. Also, power steering keeps slipping been fixed 3 times. when it rains I go slow for of losing my power steering. this has almost caused several accidents. Thank God it's leased and have only 12 months left will never buy one again. I feel sorry for the person that gets this hunk of junk.

Favorite Features

stow and go power tailgate and doors

Suggested Improvements

gas predictions, power steering issues, brake pads changed twice in 24K

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Piece of Junk

Written by: Vandriver on 09/26/2008

Vehicle

2006 Chrysler Town and Country Touring 4dr Ext Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

What doesn't break on this thing. In 46K miles the rear liftgate motor had broken, the dvd navigation unit won't read disks, the AC died, the windshield wiper motor died, the power lock solenoids are screaming, arm rest broke, rear suspension rubber stop fell off, 6 disc changer lost a channel, lower driver's and side door rubber seal fell off, dash speaker died and all the shocks/struts have worn out.

Favorite Features

Leather, sunroof, stow and go seats and power doors/tailgate.

Suggested Improvements

Quality brings back repeat buyers. Chrysler has lost one here.

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Listen to the reviews!

Written by: notafanofthevan on 09/22/2008

Vehicle

2006 Chrysler Town and Country Touring 4dr Ext Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I wish I did more research when shopping for a van. I was pleased with the price tag and amenities I was able to get with my Town & Country. The initial investment may have been lower, but I have had the van 2 years and have spent WAY too much on servicing it since!! I've had problems with the air conditioning, tires, brakes, air bags, sunroof and other "unknown" squeaks, squeals and plastic parts falling off in the interior. I tried selling the van once the repairs started occurring regularly, but the resale is HORRIBLE! I would have to pay out over $7000 to get rid of the van - so I am stuck with the piece of junk. Do not buy a town & country! I will not make this mistake again!

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Worn Out Brakes

Written by: page9018 on 09/09/2008

Vehicle

2006 Chrysler Town and Country Limited 4dr Ext Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Overall am well satisfied with the van. Love the disappearing seats! Gas mileage: 19-20 city, 22-24 highway. 35,000 miles and it needs new front pads and rotors ($284). Not what I was expecting!

Favorite Features

Looks and disappearing seats.

Suggested Improvements

Longer life brakes.

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Horrible brakes, very poor gas mileage

Written by: george on 08/14/2008

Vehicle

2006 Chrysler Town and Country 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I bought this van new June 06 has the 3.3 L v6 short wheel base model. The gas mileage is terrible 15 freeway i couldn't believe it, my wife drives the car mostly and drives with the kids in the car. The front brakes squeak and make grinding noise a lot of brake dust, get very hot and wear out every 20,000 miles like clock work. The rack and pinion power steering was replaced at 25,000 miles, passenger sliding door power lock replaced at 30,000 miles, transmission shifts hard you feel every shift. Dealer has answer for all, everything is normal, front brake noise and wear normal, 15 mpg freeway normal. I think the dealer is full of blank. last Chrysler i buy. Dont buy a town & country

Favorite Features

interior is good a lot of plastic good if you have kids easy to clean. seats are comfortable especially front seats. air conditioner is powerful. exterior styling is modern and looks good

Suggested Improvements

very poor brakes a lot of brake noise and brake dust. very poor gas mileage 15 freeway. very poor resale value. if you decide to buy this car buy an extended warranty you will need it and be prepared to visit the dealer very often. i hope this review has helped you in some way

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Brakes last 12K Miles

Written by: MIles on 07/24/2008

Vehicle

2006 Chrysler Town and Country 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)

Review

We chose the town and country because it was the only Minivan i fit into comfortably (6'4"). We have grown to really love it and I particularly love the stow and go seating. However, it has been the least reliable car I have every purchased. The in the first 18 months of ownership we had to replace one tail light twice and the other once. The e-brake sometimes "snaps" and needs to be re-engaged (Dealership could not do anything about this) and the two front brakes wore down to the metal in about 12K miles and 20 months (warranty is 12K miles and 12 months). The dealership told me I should expect the brakes to wear out significantly faster than Honda, Toyota, or Nissan.

Favorite Features

Interior space, stow and go rear seating, adjustable middle seating

Suggested Improvements

Reliability and durability, quality

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Air problems

Written by: trixieb on 07/14/2008

Vehicle

2006 Chrysler Town and Country Touring 4dr Ext Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I have had it with Chrysler, I have had window switches, gascap, door locks rack and pinion, and now air conditioner will not work, only 2000 miles out of warranty, Chrysler will pay for parts if you call and complain enough, but takes forever to get parts, 10,000 on order, if they are having that much of a problem I think they should do a recall, but if you are having problems call and call they will send parts for you and all you will have to pay is the labor, which by the way, costs way too much! I hope this helps anyone with same problem

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Nice minivan

Written by: DJ on 07/10/2008

Vehicle

2006 Chrysler Town and Country Touring 4dr Ext Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

We have over 31,000 miles on the van since fall of 2006, and there hasn't been one issue other than a replaced gas cap. It provides a comfortable ride, especially on long road trips. Good power outlets for the kids. The van gets better-than-expected gas mileage on the highway: around 27 mpg (even with 4 adults, 2 kids and luggage in tow). When driving on short trips around town, we get about 19 mpg. Not great, but still good considering the vehicle's size and carrying capacity.

Favorite Features

Comfortable, Stow N Go, power doors and rear hatch, nice interior, smooth ride, side airbags, decent gas mileage, ABS, traction control.

Suggested Improvements

Tighter handling when cornering. However, this may reduce the comfortable ride.

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2006 Town & Country

Written by: 2006 Town & Country on 06/23/2008

Vehicle

2006 Chrysler Town and Country 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Good Car Except For Gas Mileage. When new got 20 mpg average. Now i get 13 mpg average. Its been to the dealer 8 times and i'm fed up. They tell me that nothing is wrong yet gas mileage dropped 7 mpg for no apparent reason. No Satisfaction from Chrysler so now I'm done with Chrysler.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

gas mileage

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