2012 Dodge Grand Caravan

Basic Specs

Base Price $20,995
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
Curb Weight (lbs) 4510
City (MPG) 17
Hwy (MPG) 25
Horsepower 283@6400
Torque (lb-ft) 260@4400
Wheelbase 121.2
Length (in.) 202.8
Width (in.) 78.7
Height (in.) 67.9

The latest and heavily revised Dodge Grand Caravan is riding the wave of heavily updated products coming out of the post-bankruptcy Chrysler - and should prove to be a strong contender in a segment packed with fresh content.

Although Chrysler had neither the time, nor the funding to fully redesign the Grand Caravan since emerging from bankruptcy, the Auburn Hills-based automaker did manage to pull off a significant overhaul in its own right. In fact, Dodge is so proud of the transformation it is even bragging that the latest Grand Caravan is, "a minivan with the driving dynamics of a performance sedan – and a little bit of attitude."

For starters, a head-on view of the van will instantly show a very aggressive, and rather un-van-like front fascia that is loaded with sporty styling. Hiding behind that new corporate crosshair grille is dramatically different powertrain approach – gone are the three V6 engines (3.3-liter, 3.8-liter, and 4.0-liter) – in is a single, efficient, powerful 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine in their stead.

More power, same fuel consumption
This new engine is such an improvement, in fact, it not only jumps from 197 horsepower in the outgoing 3.8-liter V6 to a class-leading 283 horsepower, it maintains the same fuel economy (16 mpg city, 23 mpg highway). To help achieve the best fuel economy the new Grand Caravan has a selectable mode, called "Fuel Economizer Mode," which adjusts shifting to help maximize fuel efficiency.

Dodge also says this new Pentastar V6 makes the Grand Caravan the most powerful minivan on the market, challenging the Toyota Sienna SE and Honda Odyssey for the "sportiest minivan" title.

Add in the fact that Dodge dropped this minivan 12 millimeters, and you have a recipe for fun – well, as much fun as one can expect to have in a minivan – while driving.

Styling changes also include new "ring of fire" LED taillamps, along with a new rear fascia and liftgate. The only common exterior designs between the outgoing and new model are the basics of the side profile.

Step inside
On the inside Dodge really did some work to make the new Grand Caravan comfortable, and exciting. Compared to the competition, this minivan offers the most style for the cabin. The center console has been designed to have strong cosmetic appeal, but also serves as a convenient storage center, both for drinks and countless carry-ons.

The dash and door panels are also refreshed with a touch of class and style, a welcome change from the seas of boring, hard plastic typically found in this segment.

The R/T strikes again
The Dodge Grand Caravan is available in four configurations: the Dodge Grand Caravan Express, Grand Caravan Mainstreet, Grand Caravan Crew and arriving the ultimate “Man Van,” the Dodge Grand Caravan R/T.

Dodge says that the R/T trimmed model is uniquely designed both inside and out, and follows in similar steps of Toyota ’s sporty Sienna SE.

The latest Dodge Grand Caravan is built at automaker’s the Windsor Assembly Plant in Windsor, Ontario, Canada.

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    • General
    • Body Style: Van
    • Size: Midsize
    • Market Segment: Standard
    • Weight: 4510 lbs
    • Exterior
    • Length: 202.8 in.
    • Width: 78.7 in.
    • Height: 67.9 in.
    • Wheelbase: 121.2 in.
    • Ground Clearance: 5.6 in.
    • Front Track: 65.6 in.
    • Rear Track: 64.8 in.
    • Weight Distribution: 56/44
    • Drag Coefficient: TBD
    • Interior - General
    • Seats: 7
    • Passenger Volume: 163.5 cu. ft.
    • Cargo Volume: 33.0 cu. ft.
    • Cargo Volume (Seats Folded): 143.8 cu. ft.
    • Interior - Front Row
    • Volume: 54.0 cu. ft.
    • Leg Room: 40.7 in.
    • Head Room: 39.8 in.
    • Shoulder Room: 63.7 in.
    • Hip Room: 58.4 in.
    • Interior - Second Row
    • Volume: 51.1 cu. ft.
    • Leg Room: 36.5 in.
    • Head Room: 39.3 in.
    • Shoulder Room: 64.1 in.
    • Hip Room: 65.0 in.
    • Interior - Third Row
    • Leg Room: 32.7 in.
    • Head Room: 37.9 in.
    • Shoulder Room: 62.0 in.
    • Hip Room: 48.7 in.
    • Propulsion
    • Fuel Type: Gas
    • Engine Type: 3.6L V6
    • Power: 283 hp @ 6400 rpm
    • Torque: 260 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
    • Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic
    • Highway Fuel Economy: 25 mpg
    • City Fuel Economy: 17 mpg
    • Forced Induction: None
    • Direct Injection: No
    • Chassis
    • Layout: Front Wheel Drive
    • Front Suspension: Strut-Type
    • Rear Suspension: Torsion-Beam
    • Wheels
    • Front: 16" Steel
    • Front Tires: 235/60R16
    • Rear: 16" Steel
    • Rear Tires: 235/60R16
    • Trailering & Hauling
    • Trailer Weight: 3600 lbs
    • Payload: TBD
    • Tongue Weight: TBD

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      American Value Package

      • 3.6L Pentastar V6 283 Horsepower and 25 hwy mpg
      • 6-Speed AutoStick Transmission
      • 16-Inch Wheel Covers
      • Uconnect Media Center 130/RES AM/FM/CD/MP3 with Audio Jack
      • Four Speakers
      • Power Heated Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors
      • Cloth Low-Back Bucket Seats
      • Power Windows w/ Driver One-Touch
      • Second-Row Stow 'n Go Seating w/+ One-Touch Fold Down Feature
      • Soft-Touch Materials Throughout Electronic Stability Control+

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      SE

      • Includes Everything on AVP, Plus:
      • Sunscreen Glass
      • A/C w/ Tri-Zone Temperature Control
      • Rear Air Conditioning with Heater
      • Six Speakers
      • Easy Clean Floor Mats
      • Floor Console with Cupholders
      • Body Color Bodyside Moldings, Sill Applique and Door Handles

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      SXT

      • Includes Everything on SE, Plus:
      • 16-Inch Aluminum Wheels
      • Power Front-Row One-Touch Windows
      • Power Second-Row Windows
      • Power Quarter Vented Windows
      • Body Color Exterior Mirrors

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      Crew

      • Includes Everything on SXT, Plus:
      • 17-Inch Unique Painted-Aluminum Wheels
      • Power Dual Sliding Doors
      • Power 8-Way Adjustable Driver Seat
      • Power 2-Way Driver Lumbar Adjust
      • Power Adjustable Pedals
      • ATC w/ Tri-Zone Temp. Control
      • Fog Lamps
      • 115V Auxiliary Power Outlet
      • 1 Year of Sirius Satellite Radio Service+

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      R/T

      • Includes Everything on Crew, Plus:
      • 17-Inch Painted-Aluminum Wheels
      • Body Color Grille Surround
      • Performance Suspension
      • Uconnect Touch Media Center 430/RBZ AM/FM/CD/DVD/MP3/HDD with Audio Jack
      • Nine Amplified Speakers w/ Subwoofer
      • Driver and Front Passenger Seat w/ 8-Way Power Adjust
      • Leather-Trimmed Seats
      • Portable Recharger Emergency Light
      • ParkView Rear Back Up Camera+

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      Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat Exterior Paint

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      Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat Exterior Paint

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      Copperhead Pearl Coat Exterior Paint

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      Dark Charcoal Pearl Coat Exterior Paint

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      Engien Block Heater

      • 110V AC powered heater to warm the engine in cold temperatures, recommended for vehicles exposed to below zero temperatures.

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      Light Graystone Seats

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      Uconnect Web by Mopar

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      Uconnect Hands-Free Group

      • 1-Year SiriusXM Radio Service
      • Bluetooth?????? Streaming Audio
      • For More Information, Call 1-888-539-7474
      • Leather-Wrapped Shift Knob
      • Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
      • Remote USB Port
      • Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror with Microphone
      • SiriusXM Satellite Radio w/ 1-Yr Radio Subscription
      • Hear what a great car sounds like. With over 130 channels, SiriusXM Satellite Radio brings you more of what you love. You get 100% commercial-free music from nearly every genre, artist-dedicated channels and live performances you can't hear anywhere else. Hear the best sports coverage with live play-by-play and expert talk including every NFL?????? game, every NASCAR?????? race, college sports and more. The biggest and most compelling names in talk with Howard Stern and Martha Stewart, laugh-out-loud comedy with Jamie Foxx's The Foxxhole and Blue Collar Comedy, world-class news, family programming, local traffic & weather every 4 minutes and much more. And now you can add "The Best of XM" to your SiriusXM subscription and get even more amazing programming with Oprah Radio?????????, NBA and NHL?????? games, the 24/7 NHL Home Ice?????? and MLB?????? Home Plate????????? channels, the PGA TOUR?????? Network, college sports, Opie & Anthony and much more. Now more than ever, Everything Worth Listening to Is on SiriusXM. Your first year of SiriusXM radio service is included. For more information call 1-888-539-SIRIUS (7474). SiriusXM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc. and its subsidiaries. SiriusXM Radio requires a subscription, sold separately after trial subscription included with vehicle purchase. Prices and programming are provided by SiriusXM and are subject to change. Subscriptions governed by SiriusXM Terms & Conditions available at sirius.com. Other fees and taxes apply. "The Best of XM" not available on all radios. SiriusXM Radio U.S. service only available in the 48 contiguous United States, D.C., and Puerto Rico, to those at least 18 years of age. Service available in Canada; see www.siriuscanada.ca.
      • Steering Wheel-Mounted Audio Controls
      • Uconnect?????? Voice Command with Bluetooth??????
      • Communicate virtually hands-free with an in-vehicle, voice-activated system that allows you to talk using your Bluetooth??????-compatible phone.

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