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Dodge Caravan:Review the specs, features and pros & cons

Dodge Caravan side view
Dodge Caravan angular front perspective
Dodge Caravan angular rear perspective

Overview of the Dodge Caravan

Learn about the Dodge Caravan

Dodge Caravan Summary

The Dodge Caravan has a long history of affordability and easy maneuvering. While it continues to be a popular name in cost-friendly minivans, it passed the baton to the Dodge Grand Caravan in 2007, its final manufacturing year. Despite its size, the Dodge Caravan is a relatively smooth and easy ride, and with five back seats that deliver tons of extra space when stowed, this minivan doubles as a dependable transport vehicle. For both its versatility and thrifty price tag, the Dodge Caravan is a great vehicle.

Pros and cons of the Dodge Caravan

  • Very affordable
  • Easy to maneuver compared to other minivans
  • Easy fold-in chairs for added cargo space
  • Modest interior compared to similar models
  • Little cargo space when all seats are occupied
  • Small list of safety features
This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.

Specifications of the Dodge Caravan

Key specifications available across all trim levels
  • Seats5 - 7
  • Doors4 - 5
  • Fuel typeGas
  • TransmissionAutomatic
  • City consumption12.7 - 13.8 L/100km
  • Highway consumption8.3 - 9.1 L/100km
  • Width1905 - 1951 mm
  • Length4730 - 4732 mm
  • Trunk space447 - 1439 L
  • Cargo space2710 - 4046 L
Exact values depend on trim and engine choice.

Trims available with the Dodge Caravan

What is a trim? Trims are different options of the same car with different features and equipment. The specs depend on the trim you choose.This variant of the Dodge Caravan 1996 - 2000 is available in 4 trims:

Basic trim features and specs

Frequently asked questions about the Dodge Caravan

Dimensions of the Dodge Caravan

Vehicle dimensions
YearHeight fromWidth fromLength from
Exact values depend on trim choices.
20001740 mm1951 mm4732 mm
19991740 mm1951 mm4732 mm
19981740 mm1905 mm4732 mm
19971740 mm1920 mm4732 mm
19961740 mm1920 mm4730 mm

Towing capacity of the Dodge Caravan

Unbraked is when the trailer being towed does not have its own braking system. Braked is when the trailer being towed has its own braking system.
Braked and unbraked towing capacities
YearUnbrakedBraked
Exact values depend on trim choices.
2000907 kg
1999907 kg
1998454 − 907 kg
1997454 kg454 − 1588 kg