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2003 Dodge Caravan Full Review
Date Published: 4/09/08
Also in the 2003 Dodge Caravan Review:
2003 Dodge Caravan Review
A power sunroof is optional for the first time on the 2003 version of America's best-selling minivan, which also trimmed its model line at midyear. All Caravans seat seven and have two sliding side doors. Regular-length versions drop their Sport trim level, leaving a lone SE model. The extended-length Grand Caravans drop their eL and eX versions.
Front-wheel drive is standard. All-wheel drive is available on Grand Caravans. Regular-length models use a 4-cyl engine or a 3.3-liter V6. Grands get the 3.3 V6 or a 3.8 V6. All use a 4-speed automatic transmission. ABS is optional on the regular-length SE and standard on other Caravans. Grand ES models and the AWD Grand Sport come with 4-wheel disc brakes. Front side airbags are optional. Curtain side airbags are unavailable.
Grands offer power operation for both side doors. Standard for the top-line Grand ES and optional on Grand Sport is a power liftgate. An available center console with internal power outlet can be placed between the front or 2nd-row seats. And the optional adjustable-height rear parcel shelf has pop-up storage dividers. The 3rd-row seats don't fold into the floor, but a 50-50 split 3rd-row bench is available. Each portion weighs 55 lb and can be removed, reclined, or folded flat.
The sunroof option is exclusive to Grand ES models. Grands also offer a DVD rear-seat entertainment system. Optional power-adjustable brake and accelerator pedals are new '03 options on all models. A tire-pressure monitor is available on ES versions. Caravan shares its design with the Chrysler Town & Country and Voyager.
Front-wheel drive is standard. All-wheel drive is available on Grand Caravans. Regular-length models use a 4-cyl engine or a 3.3-liter V6. Grands get the 3.3 V6 or a 3.8 V6. All use a 4-speed automatic transmission. ABS is optional on the regular-length SE and standard on other Caravans. Grand ES models and the AWD Grand Sport come with 4-wheel disc brakes. Front side airbags are optional. Curtain side airbags are unavailable.
Grands offer power operation for both side doors. Standard for the top-line Grand ES and optional on Grand Sport is a power liftgate. An available center console with internal power outlet can be placed between the front or 2nd-row seats. And the optional adjustable-height rear parcel shelf has pop-up storage dividers. The 3rd-row seats don't fold into the floor, but a 50-50 split 3rd-row bench is available. Each portion weighs 55 lb and can be removed, reclined, or folded flat.
The sunroof option is exclusive to Grand ES models. Grands also offer a DVD rear-seat entertainment system. Optional power-adjustable brake and accelerator pedals are new '03 options on all models. A tire-pressure monitor is available on ES versions. Caravan shares its design with the Chrysler Town & Country and Voyager.
Competition
Though the competition has heated up, we feel that Dodge Caravan is still one of the best minivans you can buy. It offers all of the creature comforts in a pleasing package at a fair price. Our other Best Buy is Honda Odyssey. It's sportier to drive, and it has a super-convenient flip-and-fold-away rear seat, but the ride can grow harsh at times.
Recommended Chevy Venture and Toyota Sienna are comparably priced and offer loads of neat features, but they can't match the road manners of our Best Buys. Mazda MPV makes it to the Recommended list this year as a reliable family hauler offering better fuel economy than competitors at a reasonable price. Also garnering Recommended ratings are the Chrysler Town & Country and Chrysler Voyager. Though they don't offer the Caravan's breadth of model choices, they are mechanically similar. Their entry-level models are a super value for the price.
Recommended Chevy Venture and Toyota Sienna are comparably priced and offer loads of neat features, but they can't match the road manners of our Best Buys. Mazda MPV makes it to the Recommended list this year as a reliable family hauler offering better fuel economy than competitors at a reasonable price. Also garnering Recommended ratings are the Chrysler Town & Country and Chrysler Voyager. Though they don't offer the Caravan's breadth of model choices, they are mechanically similar. Their entry-level models are a super value for the price.
News
Caravan and sister Chrysler minivans reportedly get a facelift for 2004 or '05. Sources don't see a full redesign until model-year 2006 or '07, but we think that could be pulled ahead to '05. Whenever the next generation appears, it should borrow some technical features from the new Chrysler Pacifica crossover, which uses a modified version of the next minivan platform. Look for a more sophisticated suspension to improve ride comfort, plus fold-flush rear seats and a stronger structure designed for higher government crash-test ratings than earned by current models.
Caravan sales inched up 1.2 percent in 2002, an undoubted relief for Dodge after the 15.3-percent year-to-year loss of calendar '01. Caravan remains the minivan sales leader, but its lead has been shrinking despite continued support from 0-percent financing, rebates and other incentives. With that and the arrival of fresh competition, Chrysler is likely going all out to speed its redesigned minivans to market, hence our prediction of a model-year '05 debut.
Caravan sales inched up 1.2 percent in 2002, an undoubted relief for Dodge after the 15.3-percent year-to-year loss of calendar '01. Caravan remains the minivan sales leader, but its lead has been shrinking despite continued support from 0-percent financing, rebates and other incentives. With that and the arrival of fresh competition, Chrysler is likely going all out to speed its redesigned minivans to market, hence our prediction of a model-year '05 debut.
2003 Dodge Caravan Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Available all-wheel drive | Fuel economy |
| Entry/exit | Acceleration (4-cylinder) |
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| Passenger and cargo room | |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
Good--with the right engine. Weak 4 cyl feels even more lethargic than its 11.3-sec 0-60 mph time suggests. The 3.3 V6 is OK in regular-length model. Grands need the smooth, strong 3.8. The V6s work well with this automatic transmission, though we miss the manual-shift-facilitating AutoStick feature no longer available for 2003.
| SE, 4 cyl | Grand Sport, 3.3 V6 | Grand ES | Grand ES AWD | Class Average |
| 2 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4.1 |
Good--with the right engine. Weak 4 cyl feels even more lethargic than its 11.3-sec 0-60 mph time suggests. The 3.3 V6 is OK in regular-length model. Grands need the smooth, strong 3.8. The V6s work well with this automatic transmission, though we miss the manual-shift-facilitating AutoStick feature no longer available for 2003.
Fuel Economy
Extended-use-test 3.8-liter V6 AWD Grand Caravan averaged 17.1 mpg over 21,115 mi., which included lots of highway travel. Slightly lighter front-drive test version averaged 19.1 mpg. Overburdened 3.3 should average 15-17 mpg in Grand Caravans. Test 4-cyl SE averaged 19.8 in a mix of city/highway driving.
| SE, 4 cyl | Grand Sport, 3.3 V6 | Grand ES | Grand ES AWD | Class Average |
| 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 |
Extended-use-test 3.8-liter V6 AWD Grand Caravan averaged 17.1 mpg over 21,115 mi., which included lots of highway travel. Slightly lighter front-drive test version averaged 19.1 mpg. Overburdened 3.3 should average 15-17 mpg in Grand Caravans. Test 4-cyl SE averaged 19.8 in a mix of city/highway driving.
Ride Quality
Grands smooth out bumps better than shorter-wheelbase models, but all Caravans ride comfortably. You'll feel most pavement imperfections with the optional Sport Touring Group's suspension.
| SE, 4 cyl | Grand Sport, 3.3 V6 | Grand ES | Grand ES AWD | Class Average |
| 5 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 5.5 |
Grands smooth out bumps better than shorter-wheelbase models, but all Caravans ride comfortably. You'll feel most pavement imperfections with the optional Sport Touring Group's suspension.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Caravans with 15-inch wheels and tires are modest but predictable handlers; 16-inch setups provide more grip and sharper response. Brakes are adequate, but pedal feel and stopping power are better on models with 4-wheel discs.
| SE, 4 cyl | Grand Sport, 3.3 V6 | Grand ES | Grand ES AWD | Class Average |
| 4 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 4.3 |
Caravans with 15-inch wheels and tires are modest but predictable handlers; 16-inch setups provide more grip and sharper response. Brakes are adequate, but pedal feel and stopping power are better on models with 4-wheel discs.
Quietness
Heavy crosswinds and 70-mph cruising elevate wind rush, and certain road surfaces bring out marked tire noise, but neither is prominent enough to disturb conversation.
| SE, 4 cyl | Grand Sport, 3.3 V6 | Grand ES | Grand ES AWD | Class Average |
| 4 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 5 |
Heavy crosswinds and 70-mph cruising elevate wind rush, and certain road surfaces bring out marked tire noise, but neither is prominent enough to disturb conversation.
Controls
Gauges unobstructed. Controls are easy to decipher, close to driver, but cupholders block in-dash CD changer. Either 2nd-row passenger can reach the rear climate controls.
| SE, 4 cyl | Grand Sport, 3.3 V6 | Grand ES | Grand ES AWD | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 6.1 |
Gauges unobstructed. Controls are easy to decipher, close to driver, but cupholders block in-dash CD changer. Either 2nd-row passenger can reach the rear climate controls.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Low step-in height, wide doorways. Plenty of head, leg, shoulder room. Rear headrests obstruct outward vision slightly. Power-adjustable pedals allow shorter drivers to sit further from the steering-wheel airbag.
| SE, 4 cyl | Grand Sport, 3.3 V6 | Grand ES | Grand ES AWD | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 6 |
Low step-in height, wide doorways. Plenty of head, leg, shoulder room. Rear headrests obstruct outward vision slightly. Power-adjustable pedals allow shorter drivers to sit further from the steering-wheel airbag.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Generous knee, foot clearance in Grands. Regular-length version can be cramped in 2nd and 3rd rows. Override feature allows power side doors to be easily closed or opened by hand. And kudos for available integrated 2nd-row child-safety seats, and rear DVD and wireless-headphone entertainment systems.
| SE, 4 cyl | Grand Sport, 3.3 V6 | Grand ES | Grand ES AWD | Class Average |
| 6 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 6.9 |
Generous knee, foot clearance in Grands. Regular-length version can be cramped in 2nd and 3rd rows. Override feature allows power side doors to be easily closed or opened by hand. And kudos for available integrated 2nd-row child-safety seats, and rear DVD and wireless-headphone entertainment systems.
Cargo Room
Regular-length is tight behind 3rd row. Split 3rd-row bench simple to remove, but no substitute for stowable seat. Handy power liftgate responds quickly to obstructions. Movable rear parcel shelf is clever, but has flimsy pop-up dividers.
| SE, 4 cyl | Grand Sport, 3.3 V6 | Grand ES | Grand ES AWD | Class Average |
| 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 9.3 |
Regular-length is tight behind 3rd row. Split 3rd-row bench simple to remove, but no substitute for stowable seat. Handy power liftgate responds quickly to obstructions. Movable rear parcel shelf is clever, but has flimsy pop-up dividers.
Value within Class
Caravan is hard to beat for refinement, utility, and carlike road manners. Our extended-use test model did not experience the reliability woes that have nagged previous Dodge and Chrysler minivans. Don't buy a minivan without checking out a Caravan.
| SE, 4 cyl | Grand Sport, 3.3 V6 | Grand ES | Grand ES AWD | Class Average |
| 7 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 5.9 |
Caravan is hard to beat for refinement, utility, and carlike road manners. Our extended-use test model did not experience the reliability woes that have nagged previous Dodge and Chrysler minivans. Don't buy a minivan without checking out a Caravan.
Total Score
| SE, 4 cyl | Grand Sport, 3.3 V6 | Grand ES | Grand ES AWD | Class Average |
| 55 | 67 | 70 | 71 | 57.1 |
Scores for all Minivans
| Low Score | 43 | |
| Average Score | 57 | |
| High Score | 71 |
2003 Dodge Caravan Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 05/14/2003
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| SE regular-length 4-door van, FWD | $20,640 | $19,397 | $665 |
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| Grand SE 4-door van, FWD | $23,045 | $21,641 | $680 |
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| Grand Sport 4-door van, FWD | $28,195 | $25,764 | $680 |
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| Grand Sport 4-door van, AWD | $31,995 | $29,146 | $680 |
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| Grand ES 4-door van, FWD | $33,490 | $30,476 | $680 |
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| Grand ES 4-door van, AWD | $35,390 | $32,167 | $680 |
Price note: AWD denotes all-wheel drive. FWD denotes front-wheel drive.
Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's
manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker.
Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are
what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options.
The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price
and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently
throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's
window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.
NA = price note available, NC = no charge.
Rebates and Incentives
There are no rebates or incentives at this time.
Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national
manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings
may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.
Standard Equipment
SE regular length
Powertrain
2.4-liter dohc 4-cylinder engine, 4-speed automatic transmission.
Safety
Dual front airbags.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Front air conditioning, power steering, cloth upholstery, 7-passenger seating, front bucket seats, center console, 2nd-row 2-passenger bench seat, 3rd-row 3-passenger bench seat, AM/FM/cassette, digital clock, variable-intermittent wipers, visor mirrors, intermittent rear wiper/washer.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
215/70R15 tires, wheel covers.
Grand SE adds to SE regular length:
Powertrain
3.3-liter V6 engine.
Safety
Antilock brakes.
Grand Sport FWD adds to Grand SE:
Comfort and Convenience Features
Tri-zone manual climate controls (including rear controls), rear air conditioning and heater, tilt steering wheel, cruise control, 2nd-row bucket seats, heated power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, tachometer, overhead console, trip computer, universal garage-door opener, rear defogger, automatic-off headlights, floormats.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Rear privacy glass.
Grand Sport AWD adds to Grand Sport FWD:
Powertrain
3.8-liter V6 engine, all-wheel drive.
Safety
Antilock 4-wheel disc brakes.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Leather-wrapped steering wheel.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Fog lights, touring suspension, 215/65R16 tires, alloy wheels.
Grand ES FWD adds to Grand Sport FWD:
Powertrain
3.8-liter V6 engine, traction control.
Safety
Antilock 4-wheel disc brakes.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Tri-zone automatic climate controls, interior air filter, leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio controls, 8-way power driver seat, removable center console, 3rd-row split folding seat, power sliding rear doors, power liftgate, Infinity AM/FM/cassette/CD player, automatic day/night driver-side and rearview mirrors, illuminated visor mirrors, map lights, automatic headlights.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Fog lights, roof rack, 215/65R16 tires, chrome alloy wheels.
Grand ES AWD adds to ES FWD:
Powertrain
All-wheel drive.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Deletes: traction control.
Load-leveling height-control suspension.
Optional Equipment
Major Packages |
Retail Price |
Invoice Price |
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Popular Equipment Quick Order Pkg. 29K
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Grand Sport FWD
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$2,520
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$2,218
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4-wheel disc brakes, leather-wrapped steering wheel, 8-way power driver seat, 3rd-row split folding seat, power sliding passenger-side door, power liftgate, AM/FM/cassette/CD player, illuminated visor mirrors, fog lights, touring suspension, 215/65R16 tires, alloy wheels. Requires 3.8-liter V6 engine.
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SXT Appearance Group
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SE reg. length
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$3,070
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$2,702
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Heated power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, rear defogger, floormats, rear privacy glass, 215/65R16 tires, alloy wheels. Requires 3.3-liter V6 engine. NA w/CYK 7-passenger seating.
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Power Convenience Group
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SE
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$755
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$664
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Grand SE w/Climate Group III
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$790
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$695
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Power mirrors (heated when ordered w/rear defogger), power windows and door locks, overhead console, map lights.
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Deluxe Convenience Group
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SE
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$375
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$330
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Tilt steering wheel, cruise control.
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Popular Equipment Group
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Grand SE
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$1,810
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$1,593
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Power Convenience Group, Deluxe Convenience Group, rear defogger, rear privacy glass.
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Climate Group II
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SE
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$645
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$568
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SE w/Power Convenience Group
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$680
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$598
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Heated power mirrors (w/Power Convenience Group), rear defogger, rear privacy glass.
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Climate Group III
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Grand SE
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$1,325
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$1,166
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Grand SE w/Popular Equipment Group
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$645
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$568
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Tri-zone manual climate controls (including rear controls), rear air conditioning, rear privacy glass.
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Trailer Tow Prep Group
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Sport FWD
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$695
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$612
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Sport AWD, ES AWD
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$355
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$312
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Sport FWD w/Pkg. 29K, ES FWD
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$645
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$568
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Heavy-duty engine cooling, heavy-duty alternator and battery, load-leveling height-control suspension (FWD), 4-wheel disc brakes, trailer-wiring harness, full-size spare tire.
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Powertrain |
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3.3-liter V6 engine
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SE reg. length
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$970
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$854
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3.8-liter V6 engine
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Sport FWD
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$335
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$295
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Safety |
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Antilock brakes
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SE reg. length
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$565
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$497
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Requires 3.3-liter V6 engine.
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Front side airbags
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Grand ES AWD, Grand ES FWD, Grand SE, Grand Sport AWD, Grand Sport FWD, SE regular length
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$390
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$343
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Tire-pressure monitor
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ES
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$150
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$132
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Comfort and Convenience Features |
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Power sunroof
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ES
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$895
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$788
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Rear-seat video system
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Sport
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$995
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$876
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ES
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$1,220
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$1,074
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DVD player, rear monitor screen. ES includes rear radio controls, wireless headphones. Sport requires AM/FM/cassette/CD player w/rear controls, illuminated visor mirrors.
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AM/FM/cassette/CD player
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Sport, ES
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$225
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$198
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SE
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$275
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$242
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SE regular length requires 3.3-liter V6 engine.
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AM/FM/cassette/CD player w/rear controls
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Sport
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$450
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$396
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Sport w/Pkg. 29K
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$225
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$198
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Includes wireless headphones.
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AM/FM/cassette w/in-dash 6-disc CD changer
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Sport
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$425
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$374
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Sport w/Pkg. 29K or AM/FM/cassette/CD player w/rear controls, ES
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$200
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$176
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Infinity speakers
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Sport FWD
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$495
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$436
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Sport requires Quick Order Pkg. 29K.
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CYG 7-passenger seating
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Sport
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$200
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$176
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Quad bucket seats, 3rd-row split folding bench seat.
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CYK 7-passenger seating
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SE
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$225
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$198
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Front bucket seats, 2nd-row 2-passenger bench seat w/dual integrated child seats, 3rd-row 3-passenger bench seat.
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CYS 7-passenger seating
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Sport
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$0
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$0
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Quad bucket seats, 3rd-row 3-passenger folding bench seat.
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CYT 7-passenger seating
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Sport FWD
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$125
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$110
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Quad bucket seats w/integrated child seat, 3rd-row 3-passenger bench seat. NA Sport w/Pkg. 29K.
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CYL 7-passenger seating
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Sport
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$325
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$286
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Quad bucket seats w/integrated child seat, 3rd-row 3-passenger split folding bench seat. Sport FWD requires Quick Order Pkg. 29K.
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8-way power driver seat
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Sport
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$370
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$326
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Power-adjustable pedals
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Grand ES AWD, Grand ES FWD, Grand SE, Grand Sport AWD, Grand Sport FWD, SE regular length
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$185
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$163
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Power door locks
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SE
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$315
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$277
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Remote keyless entry
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SE
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$150
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$132
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Requires power door locks. SE regular length requires 3.3-liter V6 engine.
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Leather upholstery
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ES
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$1,250
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$1,100
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Includes power passenger seat.
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Heated front seats
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ES
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$250
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$220
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Requires leather upholstery.
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Removable console
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Sport
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$195
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$172
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Sport FWD requires 7-passenger seating CYG, CYS, or CYT.
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Rear cargo organizer
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Sport, ES FWD
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$250
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$220
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Sport FWD requires Quick Order Pkg. 29K.
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Illuminated visor mirrors
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Sport
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$90
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$79
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Rear defogger
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SE
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$195
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$172
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SE w/Power Convenience Group
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$230
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$202
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Power sliding passenger-side rear door
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Sport
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$400
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$352
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Power liftgate
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Sport
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$400
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$352
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Requires power sliding passenger-side rear door, illuminated visor mirrors.
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Appearance and Miscellaneous |
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Theft-deterrent system w/alarm
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Sport, ES
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$195
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$172
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Sport FWD requires Quick Order Pkg. 29K.
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Roof rack
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SE, Sport
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$250
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$220
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Special paint
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Grand ES AWD, Grand ES FWD, Grand SE, Grand Sport AWD, Grand Sport FWD, SE regular length
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$200
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$176
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Engine-block heater
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Grand ES AWD, Grand ES AWD, Grand ES FWD, Grand SE, Grand Sport AWD, Grand Sport FWD, SE regular length, SE regular length
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$35
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$31
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Full-size spare tire
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Sport, ES
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$160
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$141
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2003 Dodge Caravan Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Dodge Caravan 4-door van | Dodge Grand Caravan 4-door van |
| Wheelbase, in. | 113.3 | 119.3 |
| Overall Length, in. | 189.3 | 200.5 |
| Overall Width, in. | 78.6 | 78.6 |
| Overall Height, in. | 68.9 | 68.9 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 3862 | 3991 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | 146.7 | 167.9 |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- | -- |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 20.0 | 20.0 |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 39.7 | 39.6 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 40.6 | 40.6 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 39.7 | 39.1 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 36.5 | 39.0 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| dohc I4 | ohv V6 | ohv V6 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 2.4 /148 | 3.3 /202 | 3.8 /231 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 150 @ 5200 | 180 @ 5000 | 215 @ 5000 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 167 @ 4000 | 210 @ 4000 | 245 @ 4000 |
| Availability | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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EPA City / highway mpg
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| 4-speed automatic | 21/27 | 19/26 | 18/25 |
Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft;
dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders;
V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions
per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--"
= measurement does not exist.
Safety Features
Antilock Brakes
Traction Control
Antiskid System |
Front Side Airbags
Curtain Side Airbags
Rear Side Airbags |
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
| Test | Dodge Caravan 4-door van | Dodge Grand Caravan 4-door van |
| Front Impact, Driver | 4 | 4 |
| Front Impact, Passenger | 4 | 4 |
| Rollover Resistance | 3 | 3 |
| Side Impact, Driver | 4 | 5 |
| Side Impact, Rear Passenger | 5 | 5 |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's
worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to
rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury:
5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact
crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%;
1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover
when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%;
2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.
Manufacturer's Warranty
| Class | Years/Miles | Comments |
| Powertrain | 7/70,000 | $100 deductible per visit. |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 3/36,000 | -- |
| Corrosion | 5/100,000 | -- |
| Free roadside assistance | 3/36,000 | -- |
| Free scheduled maintenance | None/-- | -- |
Manufacturers may periodically offer additional coverage as a purchase incentive.
There offers are not reflected on this chart. The federal government requires two
other warranties. The Exhaust Emission Warranty covers corrosion-related parts for
2 years/24,000 miles, plus 8 years/80,000 miles on the catalytic converter and any
on-board diagnostic device. The Passenger Restraint Warranty covers seat belts
and airbags for 5 years/50,000 miles.
Built in:
USA, Canada
Drivewheels:
front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive
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