Chrysler Voyager (01-08) - Review

Review by Simon Harris on
Last Updated: 01 February 2007
Not really clever enough to compete with rivals like the Renault Espace, Citroën C8, Peugeot 807 and the 2006 Ford Galaxy on ability, but prices are lower, and there are some generous discounts on new models. As more people prefer the longer and more practical Grand Voyager, the Voyager range has been simplified, with the V6 petrol dropped, and a choice of SE or LX 2.4 models, a 2.5 CRD manual diesel or if you want an automatic, it's the 2.8 CRD diesel.
2.5 out of 5

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3.5 out of 5

Performance

Most buyers will have chosen the 2.5 CRD which does a reasonable job of hauling the Voyager's two-tonne bulk around, but has an appallingly notchy gearchange, which almost feels like it's broken. The 2.8 CRD comes with a four-speed automatic transmission, is a little more powerful than the 2.5 CRD and is just as quick on the road. As well as the 2.4-litre four-cylinder petrol model, the Voyager was originally available with a 175bhp 3.3-litre V6, which as smooth, but thirsty. The 2.4 has the only petrol Voyager offered since late 2004. All four-cylinder models accelerate from 0-62mph in about 12 seconds and are capable of more than 110mph flat out.

3 out of 5

Handling

Not a great handling car, even for a large people carrier, with vague steering and significant body roll. The front tyres also run out of grip occasionally in faster bends if you have to press on, so it's best driven in a more relaxed manner. The ride is fairly comfortable and makes travelling long distances in the car pretty easy on all the occupants.