Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2018 | 2018 |
Model | Town & Country | Town & Country | Town & Country | Q7 | Q7 |
Trim | Touring | Touring-L | Limited | 2.0T | 3.0T |
Engines | |||||
Transmissions | |||||
Drivetrains | |||||
Tires | |||||
Audio Systems | |||||
Accessories | |||||
Powers devices with a regular home electrical outlet. Limited wattage: forget about using it to power a blow drier. | |||||
Cruise control plans accleration and braking based on traffic, speed limits, and topographical information. | |||||
Both sliding doors can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob. | |||||
Release latch by waving a foot beneath the bumper or a hand near a sensor. | |||||
Car will accelerate, steer, and brake itself at low speeds as long as it has another car ahead of it driving at a low speed and it can detect the lane markings. | |||||
Pulls door tight after latch is engaged. Door can be shut with very little effort. | |||||
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | |||||
Liftgate can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob. | |||||
Pedals adjust fore-and-aft to provide the optimal relationship with the steering wheel. | |||||
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | |||||
Check on car and remotely control various functions (remote start, locks, lights, and/or HVAC) from a telephone or computer. Can require a monthly fee. | |||||
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | |||||
Start the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in. | |||||
Greatly reduces the amount of sunlight entering the rear window. | |||||
Greatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors. | |||||
Greatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the third-row side windows. Retract into rear side panels. | |||||
Homelink. | |||||
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
Rear disc brakes. | |||||
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common. | |||||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | |||||
Night vision system detects animals ahead of the car, then highlights them on the display. Some will also focus a light on the animal. | |||||
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | |||||
Small external cameras provide a top-down view all around the vehicle, to reduce blind spots while parking. | |||||
If collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking. | |||||
Automatically brakes car to avoid low-speed collisions. | |||||
Mirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot. | |||||
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | |||||
Adjusts seats and/or head restraints when sensors detect that the car is likely to be hit from the rear. Might also flash rear lights to warn approaching car. | |||||
Warns of traffic coming from either direction when vehicle is in reverse, to prevent accidents when backing out of parking spaces. | |||||
Warns when driver is drowsy and needs to pull over. | |||||
Applies the brakes to a slipping drive wheel to transfer torque to the other side, simulating the effect of a limited-slip differential. We haven't identified all applications, often implied by traction control. | |||||
If the driver initiates an evasive maneuver to avoid an object ahead of the car, the car will automatically steer the amount necessary to avoid hitting the object, if possible. | |||||
Indicates number of seconds behind preceding car. | |||||
Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly. | |||||
Mandatory, in all cars. | |||||
Selectively applies the brakes to maintain a slow, steady descent on off-road downhill slopes. | |||||
Alerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane. | |||||
Proactively helps keep the car centered inside a detected lane via steering assistance. | |||||
Creates infrared-based image of the road ahead. | |||||
Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid. | |||||
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid. | |||||
Warns driver of pedestrians in path of car. | |||||
Night vision system detects pedestrians ahead of the car, then highlights them on the display. | |||||
Prepares brakes (and sometimes also seat belts) for use when radar detects an imminent collision. Might also move seats and close windows. Early Lexus system used laser. Since automatic braking became common it has been unclear which models have this feat | |||||
Torso-level second row airbags, usually contained in the rear door. Some also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags. | |||||
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system. | |||||
Deploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others. | |||||
Automatically applies brakes when the car is hit to prevent it from hitting a second object. | |||||
Airbags contained just above the window level. Cover all three rows. | |||||
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | |||||
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | |||||
Can be driven deflated for about 50 miles. Usually harm ride quality. Cars with these often have no spare tire. | |||||
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | |||||
Pulses the inside rear brake to help the vehicle make sharper turns at low speed in low range. | |||||
Warns of cars approaching from the rear when a door is opened. | |||||
Wide angle camera allows the driver to see well to each side from the very front of the car when pulling out of parking spaces or side streets. | |||||
Wide angle camera allows the driver to see well to each side from the very rear of the car when pulling out of parking spaces or side streets. A second selectable view. | |||||
Cargo Management | |||||
No crossbars. | |||||
Hitch rated for up to 10,000 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower. | |||||
Usually part of an overhead console. | |||||
Includes side rails and crossbars. | |||||
Center console top slides to transfer items between rows. | |||||
Includes four-wire harness, limited to relatively small trailers. | |||||
Includes seven-wire harness, necessary for larger trailers. | |||||
Climate Control | |||||
Automatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air. | |||||
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | |||||
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | |||||
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features. | |||||
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor. | |||||
Maintains set temperature in rear passenger area by providing heated or cooled air through vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Replaces and includes value of rear air vents with manual controls. | |||||
Requires and does not include the value of rear air vents. | |||||
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row. | |||||
A second evaporator provides cool air to rear vents. Does not include the value of these vents. Includes rear heater. | |||||
Provides heat for an extended period of time after the engine has been cut off. | |||||
Engine / Motor | |||||
No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||
Automatically cuts off the engine when the vehicle is stopped and restarts it when the driver lifts off the brake pedal. Not listed for hybrids, where it is generally part of the powertrain system. | |||||
Plugs into electrical outlet to warm up the engine. Facilitates starting in extreme cold. | |||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||
Exterior | |||||
Protective cladding extending partly onto the doors. | |||||
Moldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots. | |||||
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | |||||
Chrome or aluminum mirrors. Only listed if optional or not standard on the base trim. | |||||
Flaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks. | |||||
Front glass panel retracts over a fixed glass roof panel. Entire unit covers nearly the entire roof. | |||||
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler. | |||||
Extensions to the wheel opening, both decorative and protective. | |||||
Infotainment | |||||
Higher speed Internet connection. Monthly fee after trial period. | |||||
An additional ceiling-mounted screen for third-row passengers. | |||||
Requires compatible Android phone. | |||||
Requires compatible Apple iPhone. | |||||
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car. | |||||
Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone. | |||||
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | |||||
CD player located beyond easy reach of the driver. | |||||
Audio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data. | |||||
A DVD player and two front headrest-mounted screens. | |||||
A DVD player and ceiling-mounted screen. Often includes a pair of wireless headphones. | |||||
Touchpad that interprets handwritten inputs. | |||||
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees. | |||||
Connects car to the Internet to update systems, download information, and/or browse. Includes internal modem, usually requires car-specific broadband service with monthly fee. | |||||
Integrates an iPod with the vehicle's controls and speakers. Usually included if there is a USB port, but can also rely on a proprietary port. | |||||
Built-in drive with at least 10 GB of storage for MP3 and other audio files. | |||||
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | |||||
Screen-based navigation system. | |||||
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | |||||
XM or Sirius with one-year subscription. | |||||
Sirius. | |||||
SD, CF, PCMCIA, or other digital media reader. | |||||
Second DVD player allows two different DVDs to be played simultaneously. | |||||
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months. | |||||
Information about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | |||||
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | |||||
Phone or other device operated via the vehicle's voice command system. Requires a compatible device--all aren't supported. | |||||
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | |||||
Provides Wi-Fi within the car. Includes internal modem, usually requires car-specific broadband service with monthly fee. | |||||
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |||||
High beams automatically turned on and off. | |||||
Passenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |||||
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |||||
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | |||||
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it. | |||||
Enables driver to view rear passenger compartment without turning around. | |||||
Lights illuminate area just ahead and to the side of the vehicle when the turn signals are used or the steering wheel is turned. | |||||
Make it easier for following vehicles to see the vehicle in fog. | |||||
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | |||||
Projects various instrument readouts onto the windshield. Image actually appears to be floating over the nose of the car. Enables driver to keep eyes on the road. | |||||
Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | |||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | |||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | |||||
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior. | |||||
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior. Can change the colors of the lights. | |||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||
The information displayed by the instruments can be customized. Color display(s) of at least 20 square inches. | |||||
LED headlights last longer and use less energy than other types. | |||||
Front row reading lights. | |||||
One or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb. | |||||
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked. | |||||
Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | |||||
Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots. | |||||
Advises you when to lift off the accelerator based on navigation and/or traffic sign data. | |||||
Reads road signs and displays them in the instrument cluster. | |||||
Reports engine speed. | |||||
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats. | |||||
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights. | |||||
Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
All-weather floormats. | |||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | |||||
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette. | |||||
Leather beyond the seating surfaces, door panels, and IP top. No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models. | |||||
Seat adjusts back and forth to vary the split between the second row and the third row or cargo area. | |||||
Power lumbar or vibration used to massage lower back. | |||||
Power lumbar or vibration used to massage lower back. | |||||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | |||||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | |||||
Power-adjustable lower back support. | |||||
Power adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns. | |||||
Power adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns. | |||||
Power adjustable bolsters on the seat cushion, to prevent sliding out of the seat in hard turns. | |||||
Power adjustable bolsters on the seat cushion, to prevent sliding out of the seat in hard turns. | |||||
Power-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs. | |||||
Power-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs. | |||||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | |||||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | |||||
Seat powers flat to enlarge cargo area. Also powers back upright. Replaces manual folding seat, and includes the value of that feature. | |||||
Seat powers into a well completely beneath the floor level to enlarge cargo area. Also powers back upright. Replaces manual stowing seat, and includes the value of that feature. | |||||
Seat must be removed for maximum cargo capacity and a flat load floor. | |||||
Seat stows in a well completely beneath the floor level. | |||||
Seat stows in a well completely beneath the floor level. | |||||
Usually also includes synthetic suede on the pillars. | |||||
Seating surfaces are part leather, part synthetic suede. | |||||
Third-row seat can be flipped over to face out the rear of the vehicle, for use with the tailgate open. | |||||
No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models. | |||||
Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. | |||||
Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. | |||||
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
Shocks that electrically adjust their firmness based on sensor readings of the road surface. The driver might also be able to select a \"sport\" setting. | |||||
Air springs automatically level the vehicle and enable manual adjustment of ride height. | |||||
Rear shock absorbers that automatically level the rear ride height. | |||||
Varies throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration. | |||||
Alloy wheels highly polished to yield an almost chrome-like finish. In the past valued more highly than regular alloy wheels. But the term is used so broadly lately, often meaning that only some of the wheel face is machined, that they have the same defau | |||||
The rear wheels steer to improve steering responsiveness at high speeds and reduce the turning circle at low speeds. | |||||
Lug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels. | |||||
Transmission | |||||
Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission. | |||||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. |
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