The 2006 Town & Country lasts up to 200,000 miles with some power steering and electrical issues. At $3,050 – $4,575 it’s a good value, but not the best van on the market.
Is the 2006 Chrysler Town & Country a Good Used Van?
- Yes, 2006 is a good year. Owners praise the comfortable seats, low ownership costs, and cargo space.
- Reliability ratings are average. Avoid models from 2005 and go with a 2006-2007 which have fewer complaints.
- Performance is similar to other vans from both of the available V6 engines.
- The Town & Country is reasonably safe getting 4 out of 5 stars in government crash tests.
- Fuel economy is below average at up to 19 MPG combined.
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What Do Critics Say About the Town & Country?
- Consumer Reports says the Town & Country is pleasant with a nice interior, but owner satisfaction scores are low.
- Edmunds gives the Town & Country a 4.2/5 enjoying the larger engine, but disliking the lack of stability control.
- Kelley Blue Book users rate the Town & Country 4/5 and like the passenger room, but find sliding door problems.
What Common Problems Does the 2006 Chrysler Town & Country Have?
Problems with the 2006 Town & Country include steering system leaks, worn-out seat motors, and broken sliding doors.
Power steering system leaks are very common at around 70,000 miles. The rack and pinion tends to be a weak spot where seals fail, and replacing the assembly costs around $1,000.
Seat motors failing are mentioned by many owners at roughly 90,000 miles. The seat motors simply wear out with excessive use, and cost about $450 to replace.
Power sliding door problems show up on many cars with over 100,000 miles. The sliding motor breaks as the van gets older and a replacement runs about $600.
There are 4 fairly minor recalls covering the windshield wiper motor, glass, towing hitch, and air bags.
How Long Will the 2006 Chrysler Town & Country Last?
A properly maintained 2006 Town & Country should be able to last around 200,000 miles, which is 100,000 miles shorter than a top competitor like the Toyota Sienna. Regular annual maintenance costs are affordable at $407 per year, according to Repair Pal.
Most 2006 Town & Country vans will have over 100,000 miles, so buyers should be prepared to replace wheel hubs for $400, liftgate lock actuators costing $300, and the A/C compressor, which costs $750.
The van is very reliable. You can more many people in the van. I made a lot of money with the van with ride sharing because I had the space. I don't have any problems at all.
The van is extremely reliable. I have experience on issues that were general wear and tear. My van has almost 300,000 miles on it with no major problems.
If maintenance is kept up it is a great reliable vehicles. We have had to have the breaks done several times, and general upkeep, but for a vehicle that has close to 200,000 miles it runs great.
The only problem is the original radiator had gotten a crack in the side other than that the vehicle is very reliable
I have no problems with my car. Very reliable. I have taken quite a few long distance trips without any problems
Never as explained in previous page. I maintained car through a reliable mechanic who never let it go beyond service schedule. Always ran smoothly in all kinds of weather.
No problems yet its used car but it's pretty good for a used car no complaints so far there were some issues with headlight but its been fixed
Very reliable! Any issues that have developed are expected to happen, easily fixed and doesn't drain the wallet!
How Much Is the 2006 Chrysler Town & Country Worth?
Blue book values range from $3,050 – $4,575, making the Town & Country about $1,500 cheaper than a Honda Odyssey or Kia Sedona. When new, the price range was $21,270 to $28,060. Depreciation is similar to rivals, losing about 10% of its current value per year.
What are the Different Models of the Town & Country?
There are four models of the Town & Country available. The technology is outdated, with a new generation released in 2008 with an updated infotainment system.
Base is the entry-level model with:
- 15-inch Steel Wheels
- Cloth Seating
- Remote Keyless Entry
- AM/FM/CD Stereo System With 4 Speakers
LX is a step up adding features such as:
- 15-Inch Wheel Covers
- Heated Exterior Mirrors
- Illuminated Entry Lights
Touring adds some good features including:
- 16-Inch Aluminum Alloy Wheels
- Three-Zone Climate Control
- 6-Speaker AM/FM/CD Stereo System
- Leather Steering Wheel
Limited is the flagship luxury model and features:
- 16-Inch Chrome Wheels
- Leather Seating
- Power Liftgate
- Infinity Stereo System With Navigation
- Rear Parking Sensors
What Engines Come In the Town & Country?
- The base engine is a weak 3.3L V6 with only 180 horsepower, which gets up to 19 MPG combined.
- There’s a more powerful 3.8L V6 that has 210 horsepower and gets up to 18 MPG combined. Performance is weak, taking 9.6 seconds to reach 60 MPH.
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How Big Is the Town & Country?
The 2006 Town & Country is an average size minivan like the Dodge Grand Caravan or Nissan Quest. Passenger space is great in all three rows with standard captain’s chairs in the second row giving it a maximum seating configuration for 7 people.
Cargo space is excellent with 15.3 cubic feet of room behind the third row, and up to 165.6 cubic feet of space with the seats folded flat.
How Does the Town & Country Compare to the Competition?
The Dodge Grand Caravan is a popular competitor in the same price range. Both vans are built on the same platform and share the same engine, however interior materials are better in the Town & Country. We recommend the Town & Country since it’s a nicer van for the money.
The Honda Odyssey is another rival costing about $1,200 more. Where the Odyssey stands out is with a longer lifespan, but the Town & Country is more luxurious. We recommend the Odyssey since it’s cheaper to own long term.
Do Owners Recommend the Chrysler Town & Country?
Yes I love it. The van is great for children. I have a DVD player. It is easy to fix as well. The van ride very smooth. It is a lot of space in the van. I can move many things in this van.
The 2006 Chrysler town and country touring is a very dependable vehicle. My minivan has 300,000 miles and still going strong. This engine is one of the best out there.
Absolutely. I have loved driving it and riding in it both short and long distances. It is comfortable and hauls a lot of luggage. We have used for it for camping and held our equipment. We have also used it for hauling and helping people move. Great vehicle.
Yes it is a very reliable and dependable vehicle I have had mine since 2006 the only issue I've ever had with the vehicle was he radiator got a crack in the side of the tank other than that very reliable Vehicles never once let me stranded
It is a great car. It runs great, quiet, smooth. It has so much room that I can take my dogs for rides and can almost stand all the way up in it.
My 2006 Chrysler Town & Country has been the most reliable car I have ever had. It has sustained 220,000 miles endured two accidents, not our fault, after hitting a deer and being t-boned by an idiot that drove through a stop sign and attempted to sue me for being in the way. I had the car maintained by a reliable mechanic. He also told me that it was a great car and made a point to ensure I had it serviced on a timely basis. The car was reliable on long distance vacations with never a problem or a delay because of the van. It was reliable in severe weather especially after being housebound after severe snows. The air-conditioner never failed while in very hot and steamy summer vacations. I don't believe I will ever get a replacement when I trade in for newer car.
Yes drives smoothly and fast good mileage good distance and good for a family it's pretty fast and speedy
Very good! enjoy the look style and performance every day! Would like to get another when this one finally dies!