The Dodge Caravan is a minivan that was produced by Chrysler between 1984 and 2020, making it the longest-lived Dodge product. When a vehicle is produced for five generations across 36 model years, they are doing something right! General Motors tried to compete with their Chevrolet Astro and GMC Safari; Ford tried to compete with their Ford Aerostar. And neither caught up.
The Dodge Caravan is affordable and versatile
One of the most popular aspects of the Dodge Caravan is that it is affordable. It can seat up to seven people, and the back seats can easily be stowed to provide more cargo space. It is versatile and can be used for families or as a transport vehicle. Early Caravan ads boasted that it was “one vehicle that takes the place of an economy car, sporty car, station wagon and van”.
The Dodge Caravan is easy to drive
Even though the Dodge Caravan is a minivan and longer than a car, it still handles like a car, making it easier to maneuver than other minivans, which is a relief for those who aren’t accustomed to driving a longer vehicle!
Safety features
Due to the age of the Dodge Caravan, some generations don’t have extensive safety features like they would have today. Here are some features that it does offer: optional four-wheel antilock braking system (ABS), height-adjustable seatbelts, four-wheel ABS brakes so you can brake and steer simultaneously, and front-row airbags with optional rear airbags. The rising popularity of SUVs brought about the end of the manufacture of the Dodge Caravan, but the Dodge Caravan is still as affordable and versatile as it ever was. Kijiji Autos makes it easy to find a new and used Dodge Caravan for sale in your area with a great selection from a large inventory.
