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2008 Dodge Grand Caravan Full Review
Date Published: 4/30/08
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2008 Dodge Grand Caravan Review
The 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan is redesigned with fresh styling, a new top-line engine, and new seating features. Grand Caravan is built from the same design as Chrysler's Town & Country. The '08 model is 2 inches longer in wheelbase and overall length than the 2007 versions. It is offered in a single-length Grand Caravan model in SE and SXT trim levels. The shorter wheelbase Caravan model is discontinued, as is the 4-cylinder engine. All Caravans now have a V6. The 3.3-liter and 3.8-liter engines carry over from 2007. New for 2008 is a 253-hp 4.0-liter. The 3.3 V6 teams with a 4-speed automatic transmission. The 3.8 and 4.0 engines use a 6-speed automatic. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, and curtain side airbags. All Caravans seat up to seven. Standard is a 60/40 split 3rd-row bench seat that folds into the floor. A power folding 3rd-row seat is available. The 2nd-row is available as a removable bench with integrated child seats or with bucket seats. The buckets can fold as part of Dodge's Stow 'n Go system. With the seats raised, the floorwells provide storage space. Newly available is Dodge's Swivel 'n Go that allows the 2nd-row buckets to turn 180 degrees and face backward. This seating arrangement includes a removable table that mounts between the 2nd and 3rd rows. The swiveling seats can be removed, but not folded into the cargo floor. A satellite TV system is optional. It broadcasts kid-friendly programming on the DVD entertainment screens. Chrysler's MyGIG Multimedia system, which includes a 20-gigabyte hard drive for storing pictures and digital music files, is also available.
Competition
Consumer Guide Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Long the choice as a family hauler, Minivans are easily the smartest use of space for passengers and cargo. These vehicles offer a fantastic blend of comfort, convenience, and safety features for the modern family.
Our Best Buys are the Chrysler Town and Country, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Honda Odyssey. Our Recommended picks are the Hyundai Entourage, Kia Sedona, and Toyota Sienna.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan.
Our Best Buys are the Chrysler Town and Country, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Honda Odyssey. Our Recommended picks are the Hyundai Entourage, Kia Sedona, and Toyota Sienna.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan.
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2008 Dodge Grand Caravan Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Acceleration (4.0 V6) | Fuel economy |
| Quietness | Interior materials |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
Both the 3.8-and 4.0-liter engines offer sufficient power for around town driving, with the 4.0 providing much-needed extra boost for merging and highway passing. With both these V6s, the transmission is quick to shift as needed, but can change gears harshly at low speed. Consumer Guide has not yet tested the 3.3-liter V6, but we predict that it will be overwhelmed by the Caravan's approximately 4500-pound curb weight.
| SXT, 3.8 V6 | SXT, 4.0 V6 | Class Average |
| 5 | 6 | 5.4 |
Both the 3.8-and 4.0-liter engines offer sufficient power for around town driving, with the 4.0 providing much-needed extra boost for merging and highway passing. With both these V6s, the transmission is quick to shift as needed, but can change gears harshly at low speed. Consumer Guide has not yet tested the 3.3-liter V6, but we predict that it will be overwhelmed by the Caravan's approximately 4500-pound curb weight.
Fuel Economy
In Consumer Guide testing, Town & Country and Grand Caravan models with the 3.8-liter V6 averaged 16.1-17.8 mpg in city/highway driving. Other models averaged 20.8-21.7 mpg with more highway use. The 3.3- and 3.8-liter V6 engines use regular-grade gas. Dodge recommends mid-grade 89-octane gas for the 4.0-liter V6.
| SXT, 3.8 V6 | SXT, 4.0 V6 | Class Average |
| 4 | 4 | 4.2 |
In Consumer Guide testing, Town & Country and Grand Caravan models with the 3.8-liter V6 averaged 16.1-17.8 mpg in city/highway driving. Other models averaged 20.8-21.7 mpg with more highway use. The 3.3- and 3.8-liter V6 engines use regular-grade gas. Dodge recommends mid-grade 89-octane gas for the 4.0-liter V6.
Ride Quality
Impressive road isolation, with even large bumps taken with poise. Caravans with the 4.0-liter V6 include a sport suspension that is not available on other Caravan or Town & Country models. With the sport suspension, impacts are more readily felt and some body quiver is noticeable over broken surfaces.
| SXT, 3.8 V6 | SXT, 4.0 V6 | Class Average |
| 7 | 6 | 6.4 |
Impressive road isolation, with even large bumps taken with poise. Caravans with the 4.0-liter V6 include a sport suspension that is not available on other Caravan or Town & Country models. With the sport suspension, impacts are more readily felt and some body quiver is noticeable over broken surfaces.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Despite their overall size, these big vans are little more difficult to drive than a midsize sedan. Impressively tight turning radius a boon to tight quarters maneuverability. Body lean in corners is fairly pronounced, though 4.0-liter models feel less tippy thanks to the sport suspension.
| SXT, 3.8 V6 | SXT, 4.0 V6 | Class Average |
| 5 | 6 | 5.2 |
Despite their overall size, these big vans are little more difficult to drive than a midsize sedan. Impressively tight turning radius a boon to tight quarters maneuverability. Body lean in corners is fairly pronounced, though 4.0-liter models feel less tippy thanks to the sport suspension.
Quietness
Grand Caravan and Town & Country are possibly the quietest minivans. Wind noise is impressively muted, with road noise only an issue on 4.0-liter models--due in part to their standard sport suspension. The engines are generally quiet, though noise can intrude during acceleration, with the 4.0-liter V6 sounding especially coarse.
| SXT, 3.8 V6 | SXT, 4.0 V6 | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 6.3 |
Grand Caravan and Town & Country are possibly the quietest minivans. Wind noise is impressively muted, with road noise only an issue on 4.0-liter models--due in part to their standard sport suspension. The engines are generally quiet, though noise can intrude during acceleration, with the 4.0-liter V6 sounding especially coarse.
Controls
Large dials and gauges are simple to locate and easy to read. Most controls are plainly marked and work as expected, though audio controls suffer undue complication on models with navigation system or Chrysler's MyGIG media management system. Some testers also found climate controls mounted too low for quick adjustment. For 2008, Dodge moves the shifter to the dashboard, an apparent novelty that quickly becomes second nature to use.
| SXT, 3.8 V6 | SXT, 4.0 V6 | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 6.2 |
Large dials and gauges are simple to locate and easy to read. Most controls are plainly marked and work as expected, though audio controls suffer undue complication on models with navigation system or Chrysler's MyGIG media management system. Some testers also found climate controls mounted too low for quick adjustment. For 2008, Dodge moves the shifter to the dashboard, an apparent novelty that quickly becomes second nature to use.
Details
Interior assembly is mostly top notch. Hard plastic surfaces and low-grade materials dominate the cabin and disappoint at these prices. One test Caravan suffered from several minor interior rattles.
| SXT, 3.8 V6 | SXT, 4.0 V6 | Class Average |
| 5 | 5 | 5.3 |
Interior assembly is mostly top notch. Hard plastic surfaces and low-grade materials dominate the cabin and disappoint at these prices. One test Caravan suffered from several minor interior rattles.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Wide, comfortable chairs contribute to long-haul comfort--though it's disappointing that a telescopic steering wheel is not offered. Dodge widened the upper portion of Caravan's cabin for 2008, and the interior has a roomier, more airy feel as a result. Visibility is very good in all directions, though rear view is seriously compromised when both screens of the dual DVD entertainment system are in use.
| SXT, 3.8 V6 | SXT, 4.0 V6 | Class Average |
| 8 | 8 | 7.5 |
Wide, comfortable chairs contribute to long-haul comfort--though it's disappointing that a telescopic steering wheel is not offered. Dodge widened the upper portion of Caravan's cabin for 2008, and the interior has a roomier, more airy feel as a result. Visibility is very good in all directions, though rear view is seriously compromised when both screens of the dual DVD entertainment system are in use.
Room/Comfort (rear)
No opportunity to test model without Stow 'n Go or Swivel 'n Go seating. On models with optional seating, 2nd-row passengers enjoy roomy, supportive buckets, though larger Swivel 'n Go seats offer more comfort and back support than Stow 'n Go units. The 3rd-row bench is plenty roomy for two passengers, but three-abreast seating is cramped for adults. Novel Swivel 'n Go seats work as advertised, allowing easy interaction between 2nd and 3rd-row riders. Available table a great idea, but it's fairly small, and difficult for 3rd-row passengers to reach once buckled.
| SXT, 3.8 V6 | SXT, 4.0 V6 | Class Average |
| 9 | 9 | 7.6 |
No opportunity to test model without Stow 'n Go or Swivel 'n Go seating. On models with optional seating, 2nd-row passengers enjoy roomy, supportive buckets, though larger Swivel 'n Go seats offer more comfort and back support than Stow 'n Go units. The 3rd-row bench is plenty roomy for two passengers, but three-abreast seating is cramped for adults. Novel Swivel 'n Go seats work as advertised, allowing easy interaction between 2nd and 3rd-row riders. Available table a great idea, but it's fairly small, and difficult for 3rd-row passengers to reach once buckled.
Cargo Room
Vast space available, though different seating configurations offer varying challenges to accessing that volume. Stow 'n Go second-row seating disappears into van floor as advertised, but process of folding the seat into the floor is more complicated and clumsy than it should be--though it is a welcome convenience not offered on rival minivans. Ditto Swivel 'n Go seats, which rotate easily enough but are complicated to remove and extremely heavy. Available power-folding 3rd-row a marvel of convenience, however. Seat folds flat into floor or rolls to face rearward providing comfortable tailgate seating. Note the rear-facing seating position is not intended for use while van is in motion.
| SXT, 3.8 V6 | SXT, 4.0 V6 | Class Average |
| 10 | 10 | 10 |
Vast space available, though different seating configurations offer varying challenges to accessing that volume. Stow 'n Go second-row seating disappears into van floor as advertised, but process of folding the seat into the floor is more complicated and clumsy than it should be--though it is a welcome convenience not offered on rival minivans. Ditto Swivel 'n Go seats, which rotate easily enough but are complicated to remove and extremely heavy. Available power-folding 3rd-row a marvel of convenience, however. Seat folds flat into floor or rolls to face rearward providing comfortable tailgate seating. Note the rear-facing seating position is not intended for use while van is in motion.
Value within Class
With 4-cylinder and short-wheelbase models gone, Dodge focuses its attention on the heart of the minivan market, families with a need for space and a desire for comfort. Along with Town & Country from sister division Chrysler, these new vans hit the Best Buy bull's eye. While the Honda Odyssey may be sportier, and the interior of the Toyota Sienna more refined, neither matches the T&C's and Caravan's blend of room, functionality, and dollar value.
| SXT, 3.8 V6 | SXT, 4.0 V6 | Class Average |
| 8 | 9 | 7.1 |
With 4-cylinder and short-wheelbase models gone, Dodge focuses its attention on the heart of the minivan market, families with a need for space and a desire for comfort. Along with Town & Country from sister division Chrysler, these new vans hit the Best Buy bull's eye. While the Honda Odyssey may be sportier, and the interior of the Toyota Sienna more refined, neither matches the T&C's and Caravan's blend of room, functionality, and dollar value.
Total Score
| SXT, 3.8 V6 | SXT, 4.0 V6 | Class Average |
| 75 | 77 | 71.2 |
Scores for all Minivans
| Low Score | 62 | |
| Average Score | 71 | |
| High Score | 78 |
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2008 Dodge Grand Caravan Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 04/29/2008
| Trim Name | Retail Price | Dealer Invoice | Destination Charge |
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| SE 4-door van | $21,930 | $20,218 | $770 |
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| SXT 4-door van | $27,140 | $24,855 | $770 |
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
Powertrain
3.3-liter V6 engine, 4-speed automatic transmission, traction control.
Safety
Dual front airbags, curtain side airbags, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, brake assist, antiskid system, tire-pressure monitor.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Air conditioning, tilt steering wheel, cloth upholstery, front bucket seats, center console, 2nd-row bench seat, 3rd-row stowable split folding rear seat, power front windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, AM/FM/CD/MP3 player, variable-intermittent wipers, conversation mirror, rear defogger, intermittent rear wiper/washer, automatic-off headlights.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Theft-deterrent system, 225/65R16 tires, wheel covers.
SXT adds to SE:
Powertrain
3.8-liter V6 engine, 6-speed automatic transmission.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Tri-zone manual climate controls (including rear controls), leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio controls, cruise control, 8-way power driver seat w/lumbar adjustment, power-adjustable pedals, 2nd-row stowable bucket seats, heated power mirrors, power rear windows, power sliding rear doors, tachometer, trip computer, compass, outside-temperature indicator, universal garage door opener, illuminated visor mirrors, floormats.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Rear privacy glass, fog lights, alloy wheels.
Optional Equipment
Major Packages |
Retail Price |
Invoice Price |
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Quick Order Pkg. 24G
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SE
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$1,750
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$1,540
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Tri-zone manual climate controls (including rear controls), cruise control, floormats, rear privacy glass.
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Quick Order Pkg. 24H
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SE
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$3,690
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$3,247
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Quick Order Pkg. 24G plus power-adjustable pedals, upgraded cloth upholstery, 2nd-row stowable bucket seats, 3rd-row seat tailgate feature, heated power mirrors, power rear windows, automatic up/down driver window, remote engine start, tachometer, trip computer, compass, outside-temperature indicator.
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Special Appearance Group
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SE
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$995
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$876
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Leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio controls, leather-wrapped shift knob, bodyside moldings, roof rails, alloy wheels. Requires a Quick Order Pkg.
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Power and Remote Entry Group
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SE w/Pkg. 24G
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$2,300
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$2,024
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SE w/Pkg. 24H
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$1,995
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$1,756
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8-way power driver seat w/lumbar adjustment, power rear windows, power sliding rear doors, power liftgate.
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Quick Order Pkg. 25L
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SXT
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$2,080
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$1,830
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Heated front and 2nd-row seats, removable center console, rearview camera, hard drive, power liftgate, additional interior lights, rechargeable flashlight, roof rails. NA w/4.0-liter V6 engine.
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Quick Order Pkg. 28M
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SXT
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$3,785
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$3,331
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Quick Order Pkg. 25L plus rear-obstacle-detection system, tri-zone automatic climate controls (including rear controls), interior air filter, power-folding mirrors w/driver-side automatic day/night and turn signals, wireless cell phone link, remote engine start, automatic day/night rearview mirror, 2nd- and 3rd-row sunshades, automatic headlights, alarm, 225/65R17 tires. Requires 4.0-liter V6 engine.
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Quick Order Pkg. 28N
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SXT
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$7,095
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$6,244
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Quick Order Pkg. 28M, Entertainment Group 2, Sound Group, Swivel 'n Go Seating Group plus mobile satellite TV. Requires 4.0-liter V6 engine.
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Leather Interior Group
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SXT
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$1,595
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$1,404
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Leather upholstery, 8-way power passenger seat, tri-zone automatic climate controls (including rear controls), interior air filter, 2nd- and 3rd-row sunshades. Requires Quick Order Pkg. 25L.
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Premium Interior Group I
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SXT
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$1,325
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$1,166
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SXT w/Sound Group or Entertainment Group 2
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$1,130
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$944
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Leather upholstery, 8-way power passenger seat, satellite radio. Requires Quick Order Pkg. 28M.
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Premium Interior Group II
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SXT
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$1,130
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$944
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Leather upholstery, 8-way power passenger seat. Requires Quick Order Pkg. 28N.
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Sound Group
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SXT
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$795
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$700
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Upgraded sound system, satellite radio. Requires Quick Order Pkg. 25L or 28M.
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Security Group
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SXT
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$880
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$744
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Rear-obstacle-detection system, wireless cell phone link, automatic day/night rearview mirror, automatic headlights, alarm. Requires Quick Order Pkg. 25L.
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Family Value Group
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SXT
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$495
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$436
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Removable center console, 2nd- and 3rd-row sunshades.
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Swivel 'n Go Seating Group
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SE w/Pkg. 24G
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$1,440
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$1,267
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SE w/Pkg. 24H, SXT
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$495
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$436
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2nd-row swiveling bucket seats, upgraded upholstery (SE), 2nd- and 3rd-row removable table, floormats.
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Entertainment Group 1
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SE
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$2,120
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$1,866
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DVD entertainment system w/single screen, satellite radio, hard drive. Requires a Quick Order Pkg.
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Entertainment Group 2
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SXT
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$2,200
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$1,936
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SXT w/ Pkg. 25L or 28M
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$1,525
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$1,342
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DVD entertainment system w/dual screens, satellite radio, rearview camera.
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Cargo Group II
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SE, SXT
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$362
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$308
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3rd-row cargo bins, table storage tray.
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Mopar Appearance Group
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SE, SXT
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$937
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$800
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Special floormats, running boards, mud guards, bright door sills.
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Trailer Tow Group
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SXT
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$600
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$528
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Heavy-duty engine and transmission cooling, load-leveling suspension, trailer-wiring harness.
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Powertrain |
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4.0-liter V6 engine
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SXT
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$630
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$554
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Includes sport suspension. Requires Quick Order Pkg. 28M or 28N.
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Safety |
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2 integrated child seats
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SE
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$400
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$352
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SE w/Pkg. 24G
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$375
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$330
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SE/SXT w/Swivel 'n Go Seating Group
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$225
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$198
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Includes upgraded cloth upholstery, floormats.
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Comfort and Convenience Features |
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MyGIG Multimedia
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SXT
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$1,300
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$1,140
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Navigation system, hard drive, satellite radio, rearview camera. Requires Quick Order Pkg. 28M or Quick Order Pkg. 28N.
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Power sunroof
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SXT
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$895
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$788
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Requires a Quick Order Pkg., power liftgate.
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Mobile satellite TV
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SXT
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$495
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$436
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Requires Quick Order Pkg. 28L or 28M and Entertainment Group 2.
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Hard drive
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SE
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$725
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$638
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SXT
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$675
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$594
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Includes rearview camera, DVD player. SE requires a Quick Order Pkg.
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Satellite radio
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SXT w/Pkg. 25L
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$195
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$172
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Stow 'n Go Seats
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SE
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$945
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$832
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2nd-row stowable bucket seats, 3rd-row seat w/tailgate feature, upgraded cloth upholstery. Requires Quick Order Pkg. 24G.
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Power-folding 3rd-row seat
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SXT
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$595
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$524
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Requires Quick Order Pkg. 28M or 28N and Premium Interior Group.
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Power liftgate
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SXT
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$400
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$352
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Floormats
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SE
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$55
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$48
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Appearance and Miscellaneous |
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Roof rack
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SE, SXT
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$250
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$220
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Special paint
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SE, SXT
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$150
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$132
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Premium paint
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SE, SXT
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$225
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$198
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Engine-block heater
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SE, SE, SXT
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$35
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$31
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2008 Dodge Grand Caravan Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Dodge Caravan 4-door van |
| Wheelbase, in. | 121.2 |
| Overall Length, in. | 202.5 |
| Overall Width, in. | 76.9 |
| Overall Height, in. | 68.9 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | -- |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | 144.4 |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 20.5 |
| Seating Capacity | 7 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 39.8 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 40.6 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 39.7 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 36.3 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| ohv V6 | ohv V6 | sohc V6 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 3.3 /202 | 3.8 /231 | 4.0 /241 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 175 @ 5000 | 197 @ 5200 | 253 @ 6000 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 205 @ 4000 | 230 @ 4000 | 259 @ 4200 |
| Availability | Standard | Standard | Optional |
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| 4-speed automatic | 17/24 | --/-- | --/-- |
| 6-speed automatic | --/-- | 16/23 | 16/23 |
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 |
| Front Impact, Driver | 5 |
| Front Impact, Passenger | 5 |
| Rollover Resistance | 4 |
| Side Impact, Driver | 5 |
| Side Impact, Rear Passenger | 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 | Lifetime/-- | -- |
| 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
Drivewheels:
front-wheel drive
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Major Options: Inferno Red Crystal Pearl Exterior Paint; Customer Preferred Package 25K; Dual DVD Entertainment System; Power Liftgate Consumer Guide® Fuel Economy: 17.07 mpg (what's this?) Problems During Test: None From The Back Seat Chuck Giametta Sensible design is its own reward. Exhibit A: the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. More than a box on wheels -- though happily it's that, too -- this people mover goes down the road with surprising verve, responding accurately to every driver input. Some "performance" cars don't do that. Sure, its cornering limits are modest, but that's no knock. Load it with family and luggage, move around inside, have a little dough left over after your monthly payment, and reap the rewards of a device that efficiently and comfortably delivers exactly what it promises. Damon Bell The Honda Odyssey and Toyota Sienna may better Dodge's new Caravan and its Chrysler Town and Country sibling in terms of overall refinement. But Caravan's unparalleled cargo versatility, family-friendly functionality, and loads of thoughtful, exclusive available features keep it at the head of the minivan class. Ed Piotrowski The 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan doesn't leapfrog its import rivals in any one area. What it does do is blend versatility, comfort, and a solid features mix at reasonable prices. That's what makes it a Best Buy in a class of vehicles that becoming more irrelevant almost on a daily basis. Jack Stewart Grand Caravan offers the space of a rolling great room, yet is maneuverable and gets reasonable fuel economy. Rick Cotta Feature-laden and dynamically capable, the Grand Caravan disappoints only in its selection of interior materials--something that's partially addressed in its ritzier Town & Country sibling. As a result, it lacks the apparent polish of top rivals like the Honda Odyssey, but is second to none in utility, versatility, and innovative, family-friendly features. |
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