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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, as well as Windsor Assembly in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. Historically, production of the long-wheelbase versions took place at Windsor, but both plants are currently capable of building either wheelbase.

Contents 1 S 2 AS 3 CS 4 NS 5 RS 6 RT 6.1 RM Volkswagen 7 See also 8 References

The first-generation, also codenamed T-115, lasted from 1984 until 1990. Origins of the T-115 platform dates back to the late 1970s.

Models:

• 1984–1990 Dodge Caravan
• 1984–1990 Plymouth Voyager
• 1987–1990 Dodge Grand Caravan
• 1987–1990 Plymouth Grand Voyager
• 1988-1990 Chrysler Town and Country
• 1990 Chrysler Voyager

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:

• 1991-1992 Chrysler Voyager
• 1991–1995 Chrysler Town and Country
• 1991–1995 Dodge Caravan
• 1991–1995 Dodge Grand Caravan
• 1991–1995 Plymouth Grand Voyager
• 1991–1995 Plymouth Voyager
• 1993-1995 Chrysler TEVan

The CS is a variant of the RS platform made specifically for the Chrysler Pacifica crossover SUV.

Models:

• 2004–present Chrysler Pacifica

The third-generation of the platform was introduced in 1995 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

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

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 Grand Caravan

For 2008 the short-wheelbase model will be dropped, and there will be no Dodge Caravan, only the Grand Caravan.

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. It will be targeted and sold exclusively in the North American market.

• Chrysler platforms

• Generations: Chrysler, Dodge and Plymouth Minivans. Edmunds.com. Retrieved on January 3, 2006.
• Allpar minivans section - Chrysler Corp. minivan history, each generation, and 2008 rumors/spy shots