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Chrysler introduces the next-generation Voyager in February. The seven-seater people-mover – known as the Town and Country in its American homeland – looks less conservative than the model it replaces.
Inside is a new Flip ‘n’ Go seating system, which allows the second-row seats to turn 180 degrees to face the third row.
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Chrysler Australia has yet to confirm whether the Voyager will be offered with more than just the current 128kW 3.3-litre V6. In America, the model is also available with two higher-powered V6s: a 145kW 3.8-litre and 185kW 4.0-litre. A four-cylinder diesel sold in Europe is being considered for Australia. A V6 Voyager is expected to again start from $56,000.
Chrysler sister company Dodge returned to Australia in 2006 and in the second half of 2008 will expand its local line-up to four models with the addition of the Journey. The Journey uses the same platform as the Sebring and Avenger mid-size sedans and is available in both five and seven seats. It aims to blend the best elements of a family sedan, people-mover and 4WD-style wagon.
Dodge says the Journey is a “right-sized” crossover vehicle aimed at young families. Dodge wants a 2.0-litre turbo diesel with automatic transmission included in an engine mix that will select from four- and six-cylinder petrol units.
