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Summary
The Dodge Grand Caravan one of the most versatile minivans available when equipped with the Stow 'n Go seating system. It's one of the best solutions available for quickly switching between big loads of people, cargo and pets. The driving experience is controlled and enjoyable. And there's lots of V6 power available in the lineup. The shorter Caravan is a good, practical minivan at a low cost of entry. A wide selection of models means there's a Caravan or Grand Caravan to fit most budgets.NewCarTestDrive.com editor Mitch McCullough filed this report from Los Angeles.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Dodge Caravan SE ($18,380); Caravan SXT ($22,225); Grand Caravan SE ($22,920); Grand Caravan SXT ($26,995) |
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Engines:
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3.8-liter ohv 12-valve V6 |
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Transmissions:
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4-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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driver and passenger airbags with multi-stage inflators, front belt pre-tensioners and force limiters, LATCH child seat anchorage on middle and rear seats |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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three-row side curtain airbags, anti-lock brakes (ABS), traction control |
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Basic Warranty:
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3 years/36,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Windsor, Ontario; Fenton, Missouri |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Dodge Grand Caravan SXT ($26,995) |
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Standard Equipment:
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rear intermittent wiper/washer, rear defroster, power windows, power quarter vent windows, power locks, cruise control, front seat cargo net, underseat lockable storage bin, floor mats, front & rear power outlets, AM/FM/cassette/CD stereo with steering-wheel controls, leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated power mirrors, tinted glass, visor mirrors, 160-amp alternator, passenger assist grips, overhead console with trip computer, dual power sliding doors, illuminated remote keyless entry, fog lights, universal garage door opener, headlights with time-delay off, deluxe interior lighting, dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors, eight-way power driver's seat with manual lumbar support, second-row bucket seats, 60/40 split third-row seat, aluminum wheels: low tire-pressure warning monitor |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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side-curtain airbags for all three rows ($595); Leather Interior Group ($2,930) includes leather low-backed bucket seats, heated power front seats w driver's adjustable lumbar support, four-way power passenger seat, three-zone automatic climate control, cabin air filtering, movable center console, Infinity speaker system, vehicle information center, power liftgate; Premium Group ($860) includes power-adjustable pedals, rear Park Assist system, security system, 3 overhead storage bins, touring suspension; in-dash six-disc CD/DVD changer ($555); UConnect hands-free communication with automatic dimming rearview mirror ($360); rear-seat video system ($950) includes second-row 7-inch video screen, wireless headphones, video remote control |
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Destination Charge:
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730 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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33975 |
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Layout:
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front-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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205 @ 5200 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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240 @ 4000 |
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Transmission:
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4-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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18/25 |
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Wheelbase:
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119.3 |
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Length/width/height:
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200.5/78.6/68.9 |
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Track, f/r:
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63.0/64.0 |
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Turning circle:
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39.4 |
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Seating capacity:
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7 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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39.6/57.2/40.8 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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39.6/67.8/36.6 |
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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38.3/49.0/34.5 |
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Cargo volume:
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160.7 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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2000 |
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Suspension, f:
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independent, ISO struts with integral gas-charged shock absorbers, asymmetrical lower arms, coil springs, link-type anti-roll bar |
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Suspension, r:
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tubular axle, single-leaf semi-elliptic springs, track bar, gas-charged shock absorbers |
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Ground clearance:
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5.5 |
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Curb weight:
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4339 |
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Tires:
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P215/65R16 Bridgestone Turanza |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/disc with ABS |
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Fuel capacity:
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20.0 |
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