The Dodge Grand Caravan has been a reliable vehicle and has stood tall next to the Pacifica. Can’t beat the third-row Stow and Go seating in the Dodge Grand Caravan! Some of the main changes between the 2017 model and previous models are the lower prices and more standard equipment on all models. The GT replaces the R/T as the most expensive model. The base SE is $1000 cheaper and some of the additional standard features actually add value. Purchasing a new vehicle can be exciting and overwhelming, and thinking about which questions to ask can be very helpful. Asking the following questions can help you get the best deal on a brand new 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan while focusing on the options that best fit your needs.
Safety in family vehicles are very important. The NHTSA gives the caravan a 4 star rating, but the IIHS gives it a poor rating because of tits new small-overlap crash test. They do come equipped with curtain airbags and stability control.
Besides the basics that come equipped, they can come with a rearview camera, Bluetooth, and bind spot monitors. The power sliding doors even have gentle closure that rebound if something is in the way.
This can seem confusing to car buyers but it means the base price of $34,490 is $1000 higher (the R/T). The price includes the Driver Convenience Group. The Uconnect system, heated first and second row seats, a heated steering wheel, and auto dimming mirror are the new standard features.
Besides the drop in price the package includes second row bucket seats that fold into the floor, power windows , Uconnect system, 17 inch alloy wheels, and higher grade interior trim, with are optional on the base SE model.
They include the DVD/Blu-ray entertainment system with 3 rear screens. There is also a driver convenience group, the R/T can be purchased with a safety sphere group that boasts rain sensing wipers, rear parking sensors, a blind spot monitor, and rear cross traffic alerts.
The SE and SXT are equipped for the segment, boasting cruise control, telescoping tilt-wheel steering, dual zone air conditioning, and a CD/MP3 player sporting 4 speakers and auxiliary audio input. Some of the plus versions of these trims add standard upgrades in upholstery, alloy wheels, and remote engine start.
The different trim and models available is the GT1, SE Plus1, SE3, and SXT. These all have different features to make them unique.
Some of the specs are that the engine is a 3.6L/283-hp/260 –lb-ft DOHC 24-valve, V6. The transmission is a six speed automatic. The vehicle can go 0-60 MPH in 7.9 seconds. The curb weight is 4,500 pounds and the wheel base is 121.2 inches. The price varies from $25,990 to $34,390.