Dodge Grand Caravan
The 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to widespread electrical system issues, particularly with sliding door locks.
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Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
| Year | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km | Fuel-economy range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 17 | 25 | 20 | 13.84 | 9.41 | 11.76 | 17-25 mpg combined |
| 2017 | 17 | 25 | 20 | 13.84 | 9.41 | 11.76 | — |
| 2016 | 17 | 25 | 20 | 13.84 | 9.41 | 11.76 | 17-25 mpg combined |
| 2015 | 17 | 25 | 20 | 13.84 | 9.41 | 11.76 | — |
| 2014 | 17 | 25 | 20 | 13.84 | 9.41 | 11.76 | — |
| 2013 | 17 | 25 | 20 | 13.84 | 9.41 | 11.76 | — |
| 2012 | 17 | 25 | 20 | 13.84 | 9.41 | 11.76 | — |
| 2011 | 17 | 25 | 20 | 13.84 | 9.41 | 11.76 | — |
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration | Engine code | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | minivan | 6 | 3.6 | Gasoline or E85 | 283 hp | 260 lb-ft | V6 | — | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive |
| 2017 | — | 6 | 3.6 | Regular | — | — | — | — | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive |
| 2016 | minivan | 6 | 3.6 | Gasoline or E85 | 283 hp | 260 lb-ft | V6 | ERB | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive |
| 2015 | minivan | 6 | 3.6 | Regular | — | — | — | — | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive |
| 2014 | minivan | 6 | 3.6 | Gasoline or E85 | — | — | — | — | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive |
| 2013 | minivan | 6 | 3.6 | Regular | — | — | — | — | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive |
| 2012 | minivan | 6 | 3.6 | Gasoline or E85 | — | — | — | — | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive |
| 2011 | suv | 6 | 3.6 | Gasoline or E85 | — | — | — | — | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
| Year | currency | Base MSRP | MSRP range | Confidence | notes | Source | estimatedAt | pricing | msrp | Base price | Trim |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | USD | $26,250 | $26,250 - $34,495 | 0.9 | MSRP for SE and GT trims respectively. | llm_estimate | 5/11/2026 | — | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $26,250, MSRP range: $26,250 - $34,495, Confidence: 0.9, notes: MSRP for SE and GT trims respectively., Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 5/11/2026 | — | — |
| 2017 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Base price: $25,995, Trim: SE, SXT, Express | — | $25,995 | SE, SXT, Express |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | bodyAndInterior | mechanical | Keyless ignition | Seat rows | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 7 | 4 | 934 | 33 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2017 | 7 | 4 | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 3 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 121.2, Front wheel: 17, Rear wheel: 17 | Standard | 3 | 2 | 4 | 121.2 | 17 | 17 |
| 2016 | 7 | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | 7 | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | 7 | 4 | 934 | 33 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | Overall rating | Frontal crash | Side crash | Rollover | Rated vehicle | tpms | abs | esc | tractionControl | autoBrake | blindSpotMonitoring | rearCamera | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan VAN FWD | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2017 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan VAN FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard |
| 2016 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan VAN FWD | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan VAN FWD | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan VAN FWD | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan VAN FWD | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan VAN FWD | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | 4 | 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan VAN FWD | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Model year reports
2018
NewestThe 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to widespread electrical system issues, particularly with sliding door locks.
2017
The 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan presents below-average reliability, primarily due to significant electrical system and power train issues.
2016
The 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan is generally considered below average for reliability and should be bought carefully.
2015
The 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to significant powertrain concerns, particularly transmission issues.
2014
The 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan is rated below average for reliability.
2013
The 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan presents a below-average reliability outlook, primarily due to significant electrical system issues, notably the TIPM and fuel pump relays, which can lead to engine stalling and power loss.
2012
The 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to significant electrical system failures and engine concerns.
2011
The 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to significant electrical system issues, most notably **TIPM failures** that can cause stalling and no-start conditions.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Dodge Grand Caravan?
Carfocal currently has 8 published Grand Caravan reports, covering 2011 through 2018. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to widespread electrical system issues, particularly with sliding door locks.
Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018.
Is the Dodge Grand Caravan reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Dodge Grand Caravan. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2018 dodge grand caravan presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to widespread electrical system issues, particularly with sliding door locks. and given its below-average reliability verdict and the prevalence of electrical and structural complaints, the 2018 dodge grand caravan's value proposition hinges on a significantly discounted price. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
8 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Dodge Grand Caravan?
Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2011 through 2018.
Problem patterns will populate as repair-prediction coverage expands.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 8
- Years tracked
- 8
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints