Chrysler S platform
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The S platform or S-body is Chrysler's minivan platform. Descended from the Chrysler K platform, the S formed the basis of the groundbreaking Dodge Caravan/Plymouth Voyager/Chrysler Town and Country minivan trio.
The minivans are currently built at Saint Louis Assembly South in Fenton, Missouri, with production of the long-wheelbase versions at Windsor Assembly in Windsor, Ontario, Canada.
T-115
The first-generation, also codenamed T-115, lasted from 1984 until 1990.Models:
- 1984–1990 Dodge Caravan
- 1984–1990 Plymouth Voyager
- 1987–1990 Dodge Grand Caravan
- 1987–1990 Plymouth Grand Voyager
- 1990 Chrysler Town and Country
AS
The second-generation of the platform was introduced in 1991 and called AS. This was the last K-based version of the S platform, as the NS platform switched to a new cab forward design.Models:
- 1991–1995 Chrysler Town and Country
- 1991–1995 Dodge Caravan
- 1991–1995 Dodge Grand Caravan
- 1991–1995 Plymouth Grand Voyager
- 1991–1995 Plymouth Voyager
CS
The CS is a variant of the RS platform made specifically for the Chrysler Pacifica crossover SUV.Models:
- 2003–2007 Chrysler Pacifica
NS
The third-generation of the platform was introduced in 1996 and called NS.Models:
- 1996–2000 Chrysler Town and Country
- 1996–2000 Dodge Caravan
- 1996–2000 Dodge Grand Caravan
- 1996–2000 Plymouth Grand Voyager
- 1996–2000 Plymouth Voyager
- 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager
- 2000 Chrysler Voyager
RS
The fourth-generation of the platform was introduced in 2000 and is called RS.Models:
- 2001–2003 Chrysler Voyager
- 2001–2007 Chrysler Town and Country
- 2001–2007 Dodge Caravan
- 2001–2007 Dodge Grand Caravan
RT
The fifth-generation is expected in 2007 as a 2008 model and will be called RT. Currently, it is expected to feature a new 4.0 L V6 as its top engine, mated to a six-speed automatic; an expected new feature is a built-in diaper changing station.Models:
- 2008 Chrysler Town and Country
- 2008 Dodge Caravan
- 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan
- 2008 Volkswagen minivan
RM Volkswagen
A new Volkswagen minivan will be built by Chrysler alongside its own minivans in Ontario. It will use the Chrysler platform and drivetrain, but will sport a unique interior and exterior, likely quite different from the Chrysler vans. Volkswagen will only sell the long wheelbase 7-passenger version. It will be targeted and sold exclusively in the North American market.See also
References
- [Allpar minivans section] - Chrysler Corp. minivan history, each generation, and 2008 rumors/spy shots
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