2017 Dodge Grand Caravan

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Rating6.3

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Midsize Van
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$25,495 - $34,395
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 2, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Versatile seating and cargo combinations

Quaint design

Cut down the lineup to only 4 trims

Reasonably low prices

Low-rent interior material

6.5-inch touchscreen and a rearview camera are standardized

Sizeable interior

A Frustrating and inconvenient infotainment system

Specs & Features

$25,995

price

283 hp @ 6400 rpm

horsepower

260 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

torque

6-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.6L 6cyl FWD 6A

engine

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basic warranty

Overview

In the realm of midsize passenger vans, the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan is well known. The Grand Caravan gives you the capacity to seat 7 people for a starting price of MSRP $27,090. Prices go all the up to MSRP $35,490, with a total of 4 trims being offered. 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 Chrysler Pacifica, the Honda Odyssey, the Kia Sedona, and the Toyota Sienna.

Buying Advice

The Grand Caravan is a versatile and affordable passenger van that's perfect for hauling people and cargo. The base SE trim has most of what people want and need. Still, you might want to consider upgrading it with a few options like the Stow 'n Go seats and the Uconnect multimedia system. If you're going to be doing a lot of hauling, then Mobility Prep Package II is worth the investment. However, if you are one of the shoppers who prefer luxury, the SXT and GT trims offer decent creature comforts, but they come at a price. Choose wisely and you'll be happy with your 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan.

Trims

    SE
    $25,495 onwards
    • 60-40 split-bench 3rd row seats
    • Air conditioning w/ Dual-zone temperature control
    • AM/FM stereo
    • Cloth Seat trim
    • Pre-Collision system w/ pedestrian detection
    SE Plus
    $28,195 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
    SXT
    $31,395 onwards
    • 17-inch painted-aluminum wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    GT
    $33,395 onwards
    • 17-inch machined aluminum Wheels
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Siriusxm AM/FM/Satellite

Compare to similar cars

Price

$25,495- $34,395

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

6.32

Horsepower

283 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque

260 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

Capacity

7

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$28,995- $42,895

Gasoline

8.64

287 hp @ 6400 rpm

262 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

7

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$29,850- $45,325

Gasoline

7.35

248 hp @ 5700 rpm

250 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

7

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$26,900- $41,900

Gasoline

6.8

276 hp @ 6000 rpm

248 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

7

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$27,645- $47,310

Gasoline

6.81

296 hp @ 6200 rpm

263 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm

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2017 Dodge Grand Caravan vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    7.2 sec15.7 sec120 mph
    7.6 sec15.4 sec122 mph
    7.7 sec15.4 sec134 mph
    7.7 sec15.9 sec-
    7.7 sec16 sec112 mph

    2017 Dodge Grand Caravan vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
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      17 mpg25 mpg20 mpg20 gal.340/500 mi.
      19 mpg27 mpg22 mpg21 gal.399/567 mi.
      19 mpg27 mpg22 mpg20 gal.380/540 mi.
      18 mpg28 mpg22 mpg19 gal.342/532 mi.
      18 mpg24 mpg20 mpg21.1 gal.379.8/506.4 mi.

      2017 Dodge Grand Caravan vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        202.8 in.78.7 in.68.9 in.5.6 in.121.2 in.
        203.6 in.79.6 in.69.9 in.5.1 in.121.6 in.
        202.9 in.79.2 in.68.4 in.4.5 in.118.1 in.
        201.4 in.78.1 in.68.5 in.6.7 in.120.5 in.
        200.2 in.78.1 in.68.9 in.7 in.119.3 in.

        2017 Dodge Grand Caravan vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
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          33 cu.ft.133.9 cu.ft.143.8 cu.ft.
          61.1 cu.ft.164.4 cu.ft.150 cu.ft.
          38.4 cu.ft.172.6 cu.ft.148.5 cu.ft.
          33.9 cu.ft.172.3 cu.ft.142 cu.ft.
          32.3 cu.ft.165 cu.ft.140.5 cu.ft.

          2017 Dodge Grand Caravan vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            85.1 cu.ft.33 cu.ft.143.8 cu.ft.
            7.6 cu.ft.32.3 cu.ft.140.5 cu.ft.
            150 cu.ft.61.1 cu.ft.150 cu.ft.
            148.5 cu.ft.38.4 cu.ft.148.5 cu.ft.
            16.3 cu.ft.33.9 cu.ft.142 cu.ft.

            2017 Dodge Grand Caravan vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              3600 lbs.1540 lbs.4510 lbs.
              3600 lbs.1675 lbs.4330 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1674 lbs.4414 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1623 lbs.4396 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1380 lbs.4590 lbs.

              2017 Dodge Grand Caravan Minivan Problems, Issues, Complaints, Recalls, and which year to avoid?

              2

              Recalls

              0

              Investigations

              383

              Complaints
              Overall Safety Rating
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              Kyle Tidd

              2018 Dodge Grand Caravan

              GT Fleet 4dr Minivan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

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              Posted On: July 30, 2024

              Great vehicle

              Pros - ["Great control", "Super comfortable seating", "Great speed"]

              Cons - ["Wish it was a five lug not a four lug", "wasn't very sturdy", "Not too good on gas"]

              I bought my car used 2012 Subaru the performance of the car is really good handling is amazing and it grips the corners nicely. Although it doesn't get good MPG it does have a pretty decent tank size of 17 gallons. If you like Subarus I recommend a Subaru to anybody.

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              Amber Baldwin

              2018 Dodge Grand Caravan

              GT Fleet 4dr Minivan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

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              Posted On: June 19, 2024

              Great vehicle

              Pros - ["It has plenty of space for our family", "back up camera"]

              Cons - ["there's not enough cup holders", "Uses a lot of gas"]

              I love that our van is higher off the ground so its easier for me to get in and out of with my bad back. It drives very well and the performance is great. The interior is very nice and well taken care of. The back up camera makes it easy to see if there's anything behind you before you back up. The seats are comfortable.

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