Dodge

Dodge Grand Caravan

Price $27,995 – $38,945
Fuel consumption 7.9 – 12.2 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 82%(view ratings)
Having redefined the family car in the 1980s, the Dodge Grand Caravan is still one of the most popular minivans on the Canadian market. It rests on the same platform as the Chrysler Town & Country and the Volkswagen Routan. These three vehicles also feature the same drivetrain: a 3.6L V6 that delivers 282 hp and 260 lbs.-ft. of torque, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission.

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating 82%
Driving 8/10
Safety 8/10
Interior 10/10
Reliability 7/10
Winter driving 7/10
Comfort 9/10

What's new in 2012

New model unveiled during MY 2011

Pros

  • Dynamic engine
  • Elegant dashboard
  • Guaranteed versatility
  • More enjoyable to drive
  • Six-speed automatic transmission

Cons

  • Controversial silhouette
  • Unproven reliability
  • Some versions are costly
  • No all-wheel drive

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