Chrysler Group Announces Pricing for New 2005 Chrysler and Dodge Minivans
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* Chrysler Group Reduces Minivan Pricing by Average of $3,000 and Makes Stow 'n Go(TM) Seating and Storage System Standard on Most Extended- Wheelbase Models * Dodge Introduces Lowest Priced Minivan on the Market at $18,995 * Chrysler Group Only Manufacturer to Offer Stow 'n Go -- 2nd and 3rd Row Fold-in-Floor Seating and Storage System * 15 Percent Better Value than Toyota Sienna and Honda Odyssey
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Feb. 2 -- Chrysler Group today announced pricing for its new 2005 Chrysler and Dodge minivans which arrive in dealerships early this year. In addition to the minivan segment's first and only Stow 'n Go(TM) seating and storage system, the company's new minivans offer a multitude of new features, safety enhancements, and the most refined driving experience in the segment.
"We will continue to lead the segment we created by offering 15 new features, including our minivan first Stow 'n Go seating and storage system, a feature that enables customers to quickly and easily fold their second- and third-row seats into the floor," said George Murphy, Senior Vice President, Marketing, Chrysler Group. "As the leaders in the minivan segment, we're committed to delivering the best value for our customers."
"Priced at $18,995, we've made our 2005 Dodge Caravan the lowest-priced minivan in the marketplace and we've made Stow 'n Go standard on the majority of our extended-wheelbase minivans. We've delivered an exceptional value to consumers by adding more than $3000 in features and reducing pricing by an average of $3000 per model. In addition, we offer a 15 percent better value than Toyota Sienna and Honda Odyssey."
Stow 'n Go
With Stow 'n Go, owners of the new 2005 Chrysler Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan will have the ability to fold their second- and third-row seats into the floor in approximately 30 seconds, with a one-handed effort. In seconds, the third-row split bench (60/40) may be flipped, individually or in its entirety, completely rearward for convenient, comfortable tailgate seating complete with a weather shelter provided by the liftgate.
Stow 'n Go will be a standard feature on the extended-wheelbase 2005 Chrysler Town & Country LX, Touring and Limited, and the 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT. Stow 'n Go will be an optional feature on the 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan SE. The Chrysler Group is the only manufacturer to offer this unique seating feature to its customers.
Chrysler
For the 2005 model year, Chrysler will offer four minivan models from which to choose -- one standard-wheelbase model and three extended-wheelbase models. The standard-wheelbase model is the Chrysler Town & Country. Extended-wheelbase models in the lineup include the Chrysler Town & Country LX, Touring and Limited.
2005 Chrysler Town & Country
The Chrysler Town & Country standard-wheelbase model features a new Sycamore wood appearance integrated into the center stack, a premium cloth interior, body-color door handles and accent-color moldings. Other features include power door locks, sliding door alert system, remote keyless entry, steering column tilt, steering-wheel mounted speed controls, and sunscreen glass. The Chrysler Town & Country standard-wheelbase model is powered by a 3.3-liter V-6 engine. The manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) for the standard-wheelbase Chrysler Town & Country is $20,995, which includes $665 destination.
2005 Chrysler Town & Country LX
Redesigned from the inside out, the Chrysler Town & Country features Stow 'n Go seating, Sycamore wood instrument panel trim, second-row adjustable seats, and a 60/40 split third-row bench with tailgate feature. The Chrysler Town & Country LX model includes a 3.3-liter V-6 engine, four-wheel disc brakes, and 15-inch tires and wheel covers. The MSRP for Town & Country LX is $25,450, which includes $680 destination.
2005 Chrysler Town & Country Touring
Stow 'n Go is standard on the Chrysler Town & Country Touring along with second-row adjustable seats, 60/40 split row bench with tailgate feature, dual-powered sliding doors, power liftgate and roof rack. The interior boasts a new satin silver trim appearance, leather-wrapped steering wheel, and an eight-way power driver seat. The Chrysler Town & Country Touring edition features a 3.8-liter V-6 engine, 16-inch aluminum wheels with monochromatic Chrysler-badged center caps, ABS braking system with traction-control, and tire pressure monitoring system. The MSRP for the Chrysler Town & Country Touring is $27,750, which includes $680 destination.
2005 Chrysler Town & Country Limited
The Chrysler Town & Country Limited -- the first and still the most luxurious minivan in the marketplace -- includes Stow 'n Go as a standard feature with second-row adjustable seats and a 60/40 split row bench with tailgate feature. The Limited sets the standard in the market for minivan elegance with a Sycamore wood and satin silver interior appearance, leather seats and ultra-suede accents, heated driver and front passenger seats, DVD- based navigation radio, Infinity(R) speakers, six-disc CD/DVD changer, three- zone automatic temperature control, and an electronic vehicle information system. The Limited edition features an overhead rail system with movable/removable storage bins, rear-park assist, bright roof rack, fog lamps, security alarm, 3.8-liter V-6 engine, 16-inch tires and chrome-clad wheel covers, and three-row side curtain air bags. The MSRP for the 2005 Chrysler Town & Country Limited is $35,750, which includes $680 destination.
Dodge
Dodge will offer five minivan models for the 2005 model year -- two standard-wheelbase models and three extended-wheelbase models. Standard wheelbase minivans include Dodge Caravan SE and Dodge Caravan SXT. Extended- wheelbase minivans include Dodge Grand Caravan SE, Grand Caravan SE Plus and Grand Caravan SXT.
2005 Dodge Caravan SE
With an MSRP of $18,995, including $665 destination, the Dodge Caravan SE is now the lowest priced minivan on the market. The Dodge Caravan SE features a 2.4-liter, four-cylinder engine, a freshened front fascia and grille, new body-side molding, 15-inch wheels, new wheel covers, new driver's inflatable kneeblocker, new sliding door alert system, new belt alert, and AM/FM/CD.
2005 Dodge Caravan SXT
Standard features on the Dodge Caravan SXT include a new carbon weave center stack bezel, second-row bucket seats, dual-zone air conditioning, rear defrost system, and tilt-column steering. The Dodge Caravan SXT is powered by a 3.3-liter V-6 engine and features 16-inch tires and new aluminum wheels, power-heated side mirrors, sunscreen glass, power door locks, and keyless illuminated entry. The MSRP for the Dodge Caravan SXT is $22,295, which includes $680 destination.
2005 Dodge Grand Caravan SE
The Dodge Grand Caravan SE is powered by a 3.3-liter V-6 engine and includes 15-inch tires and new wheel covers, ABS braking system, rear defrost, speed control, and tilt-column steering. The MSRP for the Dodge Grand Caravan SE is $21,995, which includes $680 destination.
The Dodge Grand Caravan SE Plus
The Dodge Grand Caravan SE Plus is the lowest priced Stow 'n Go model available with an MSRP of $24,990, which includes $680 destination. Along with Stow 'n Go, the Dodge Caravan SE Plus features second-row adjustable seats, 60/40 split row bench with tailgate feature, new advanced multi-stage air bags with occupant classification system, sunscreen glass, front and rear cargo nets, keyless illuminated entry, power locks, power-heated mirrors, and power windows.
2005 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT
Along with Stow 'n Go, the Dodge Grand Caravan SXT features second-row adjustable seats, 60/40 split row bench with tailgate feature, front and rear cargo nets, dual power sliding doors, traction control, fog lamps, rear heat/air-conditioning system, roof rack, eight-way power driver seat, leather- wrapped steering wheel, steering wheel audio controls, overhead console with trip computer and compass/temperature gauge, and a new carbon weave center stack bezel. The Dodge Grand Caravan SXT is powered by a 3.8-liter V-6 engine and has 16-inch tires and aluminum wheels. The MSRP for the Dodge Grand Caravan SXT is $26,995, which includes $680 destination.
Minivan Segment
The minivan market segment continues to be vibrant, averaging 1.2 million sales annually for the past 10 years.
With more than 10 million minivans sold and a 38 percent market share, the highest in the marketplace, Chrysler Group continues to lead the minivan market segment. Since introducing the minivan 20 years ago, Chrysler Group has earned more than 150 awards for its Chrysler and Dodge minivans.
Dodge Caravan, Grand Caravan, and Chrysler Town & Country are built in Windsor, Ontario; St. Louis, Missouri; and Graz, Austria.
2005 Chrysler Town & Country Pricing:
Chrysler Town 2004 MSRP 2005 MSRP
& Country Standard Wheelbase
$23,520 $20,995 (Includes $665 Destination Fee) LX
$27,490 $25,450 (Includes $680 Destination Fee) Touring
$31,145 $27,750 (Includes $680 Destination Fee) Limited
$38,380 $35,750 (Includes $680 Destination Fee) 2005 Dodge
Caravan/Grand
Caravan Pricing
Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan
2004 MSRP 2005 MSRP Caravan SE
$21,795 $18,995 (Includes $665 Destination Fee) Caravan SXT
$24,850 $22,295 (Includes $680 Destination Fee) Grand Caravan SE
$24,975 $21,995 (Includes $680 Destination Fee) Grand Caravan SE
Plus
N/A $24,990 (Includes $680 Destination Fee) Grand Caravan
SXT
$30,335 $26,995 (Includes $680 Destination Fee) Mopar(R) Storage
Accessories:
Mopar(R) is offering 10 new accessories for the new 2005 Chrysler and
Dodge minivans:
Second Row Cargo Bin
$ 99.00 (MSRP) Second Row Cooler
$ 39.00 (MSRP) Third Row Cargo Bin and Lid
$ 195.00 (MSRP) Third Row Cargo Bin and Table
$ 249.00 (MSRP) Third Row Cooler
$ 49.00 (MSRP) Rear Cargo Tray
$ 89.00 (MSRP) Collapsible Tote
$ 35.00 (MSRP) Roadside Safety Kit
$ 89.00 (MSRP) Overhead Rail CD/DVD Holder
$ 15.00 (MSRP) Overhead Rail First Aid Kit
$ 35.00 (MSRP) 89
