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2012 Dodge Grand Caravan

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Rating7.4

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Midsize Van
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$20,995 - $29,995
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Nathan Dyer 

Senior Editor,

Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Stable handling for a van

Engine gets noisy at high speeds

The American value package has been added to the trim list for 2012

Upscale cabin with lots of room for the passengers

Ride quality can be choppy on uneven roads

Overwhelming cargo space when compared to the competitors

Specs & Features

$20,995

price

283 hp @ 6400 rpm

horsepower

260 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

torque

6-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.6L 6cyl FWD 6A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

In the realm of midsize vans for passengers, the 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan is well known. Prices go up to MSRP $29,995, with a total of 5 trims being offered. With gorgeous, and in fact quite roomy, interiors, the Grand Caravan offers seating for up to 7 people. There is a single engine on offer, which is a 3.6L V6 engine, attached to a 6-speed automatic transmission, that makes 283 horsepower, and 260 lb-ft of torque. This returns a combined fuel economy of 20 MPG. Despite a curb weight of 4,510 pounds, this engine feels potent enough. Dodge offers a decent amount of practical as well as cosmetic features, further increasing the prospects of the Grand Caravan among competitors like the Honda Odyssey, the Chrysler Town and Country, and Nissan Quest.

Buying Advice

We think the mid-level SE trim offers the right mix of comfort and affordability, adding features like body-color door handles/side molding, triple-zone climate control, tinted rear windows, a six-speaker audio system, and a few other features. In addition to that, we also recommend the SE Plus group and UConnect group for added convenience.

Trims

    American Value Package
    $20,995 onwards
    • 16-inch steel Wheels
    • 4 speakers
    • Auxiliary audio jack
    SE
    $20,995 onwards
    • 16-inch steel Wheels
    • 60-40 split-bench Third row seats
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • AM/FM stereo
    • Cloth Seat trim
    • Dual zone manual front air conditioning
    • Heated mirrors
    • Rear air conditioning with controls
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Seek-Scan Radio
    SXT
    $26,495 onwards
    • 16-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    Crew
    $28,495 onwards
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Seek-Scan Radio
    • Siriusxm AM/FM/Satellite
    R/T
    $29,995 onwards
    • Engine: 3.6L 6cyl FWD 6A
    • Horsepower: 283 hp @ 6400 rpm hp
    • Torque: 260 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.2 sec
    • Top Speed: 120 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 20 mpg

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7.4
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Price

$20,995- $29,995

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.4

Horsepower

283 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque

260 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

Capacity

7

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2012 Dodge Grand Caravan vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		7.3 sec15.7 sec120 mph
    		7.3 sec--
    		7.6 sec15.9 sec-
    		7.7 sec--
    		8.3 sec16.2 sec114 mph
    		8.5 sec16.6 sec118 mph
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    2012 Dodge Grand Caravan vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		17 mpg25 mpg20 mpg20 gal.340/500 mi.
      2012 Mazda 5

      Ranked #1

      		21 mpg28 mpg24 mpg15.9 gal.333.9/445.2 mi.
      		19 mpg24 mpg21 mpg20 gal.380/480 mi.
      		18 mpg27 mpg21 mpg21 gal.378/567 mi.
      		19 mpg24 mpg21 mpg20 gal.380/480 mi.
      		18 mpg25 mpg21 mpg21.1 gal.379.8/527.5 mi.

      2012 Dodge Grand Caravan vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		202.8 in.78.7 in.67.9 in.5.6 in.121.2 in.
        		202.9 in.79.2 in.68.4 in.4.5 in.118.1 in.
        		202.5 in.76.9 in.68.9 in.6.1 in.121.2 in.
        		202.5 in.76.9 in.68.9 in.6.1 in.121.2 in.
        		202 in.78.1 in.69.3 in.6.6 in.118.9 in.
        		200.8 in.77.6 in.73 in.6.2 in.118.1 in.

        2012 Dodge Grand Caravan vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		33 cu.ft.163.5 cu.ft.143.8 cu.ft.
          		39.1 cu.ft.164.4 cu.ft.150 cu.ft.
          		32.7 cu.ft.163.5 cu.ft.144.4 cu.ft.
          		25.7 cu.ft.177.8 cu.ft.108.4 cu.ft.
          		38.4 cu.ft.172.5 cu.ft.148.5 cu.ft.
          		32.2 cu.ft.172.3 cu.ft.141.5 cu.ft.

          2012 Dodge Grand Caravan vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            		18.8 cu.ft.33 cu.ft.143.8 cu.ft.-
            		77.1 cu.ft.32.2 cu.ft.141.5 cu.ft.-
            		108.4 cu.ft.25.7 cu.ft.108.4 cu.ft.99 ft.
            		150 cu.ft.39.1 cu.ft.150 cu.ft.-
            		144.4 cu.ft.32.7 cu.ft.144.4 cu.ft.-
            		85.8 cu.ft.38.4 cu.ft.148.5 cu.ft.-

            2012 Dodge Grand Caravan vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		3600 lbs.1540 lbs.4510 lbs.
              		3600 lbs.1200 lbs.4494 lbs.
              		3600 lbs.1398 lbs.4507 lbs.
              		3500 lbs.1451 lbs.4367 lbs.
              		3500 lbs.1340 lbs.4337 lbs.
              		3500 lbs.1524 lbs.4374 lbs.

              2012 Dodge Grand Caravan Minivan Problems, Issues, Complaints, Recalls, and which year to avoid?

              5

              Recalls

              1

              Investigations

              579

              Complaints
              Overall Safety Rating
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