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2012 Dodge Grand Caravan Van

MSRP Range: $19,550 - $25,800 | 17 MPG City - 25 MPG Highway

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2012 Dodge Grand Caravan Van

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A FWD mini-van with seating for seven, the 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan features a 3.6-liter V6 engine, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission, that produces 283 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque. Fuel mileage is an EPA estimated 17 mpg city and 25 mpg highway. Available features include second row one-touch fold down, sunscreen glass, tri-zone climate control, 17-inch wheels, roof rack, fog lamps, power dual sliding doors, 9-speaker sound system, CD/DVD/MP3 player, leather trimmed seats, and a 6.5-inch touchscreen radio. Safety is comprised of 4-wheel anti-lock braking, front/rear/third row head airbags, dual front side-mounted airbags, emergency brake assist, engine immobilizer, stability control, traction control, electronic brake force distribution, and tire pressure monitoring. The Grand Caravan is backed by a 3-year/36,000-mile warranty.

Benefits of Driving a 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan Van

The Grand Caravan was one of the first minivans to make it big in North America, and it's still one of the best. The base Grand Caravan starts under $21,000 and that brings a 6-speed automatic, heated power mirrors, keyless entry, 2-zone air conditioning and standard stability control, tire pressure monitoring and a host of air bags. EPA-estimated mileage on the highway is a strong 25 mpg.

What's new for 2012?

A new entry-level American Value Package helps to drive the price of admission to below $21,000. The trims have gotten a bit of a revision, and are named the SE, SXT, Crew and R/T.

Model Strengths

  • Versatile interior
  • comfortable ride
  • tons of storage space

Model Review

There are five Grand Caravan trims for 2012: American Value, SE, SXT, Crew and R/T. All Grand Caravans come with a 3.6L V6 engine that makes 283 hp and a 6-speed automatic with Autostick manual control.

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What do the Safety Ratings mean?

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) performs independent crash testing of new vehicles and then assigns them a score based on their performance. The overall crash test rating is based on how a vehicle performs in the following tests:

Driver Crash Grade:

Measures the chance of a serious injury to a crash test dummy that is placed in a driver's seat and driven into a fixed barrier at 35 MPH. A five-star rating means there is 10 percent or less chance of injury.

Passenger Crash Grade:

Similar to the driver crash grade, only now the focus is on the passenger.

Rollover Resistance:

Simulates an emergency lane change to measure the likelihood of a vehicle rolling over. A five-star rating means there is 10 percent or less risk of rollover.

Side Impact Crash Test - Front:

Focuses on the front side of a vehicle. It simulates crashes that can occur in intersections by striking a 3,015-pound weight against the side of a vehicle at 38.5 MPH. A five-star rating means there is 5 percent or less chance of injury.

Side Impact Crash Test - Rear:

Similar to the front side impact test only now the focus is on the rear passenger.

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Safety Features & Equipment

Braking & Traction

4-Wheel ABS Std
Traction/Stability Control Std
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Std

Passenger Restraint

Driver Air Bag Std
Passenger Air Bag Std
Side Air Bag Std
Side Head Air Bag Std
Rear Head side Air Bag Std
Child Safety Locks Std

Road Visibility

Daytime Running Lights Opt
Intermittent Wipers Std
Variable Inter. Wipers Std

Security

Alarm Opt
Anti-theft System Std
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2012 Dodge Grand Caravan Van

4dr Wgn SE

Engine

Engine Type 3.6L Gas/Ethanol V6
Horsepower 283 @ 6400 RPM
Torque (lb-ft) 260 @ 4400 RPM
Optional Engines V6-Cylinder Engine, Flexible Fuel Capability

Fuel

Fuel Type Flexible Fuel Capability
Fuel Capacity 20.0 gal
Fuel Economy 17 MPG City / 25 MPG Hwy
Estimated max. distance per tank of gas 500 miles

Drivetrain

Driven Wheels FWD
Transmission 6-Speed Automatic Transmission

Wheels

Rims 16 x 6.5 in.
Tires P235/60R16
Spare Tire Compact Spare Tire

Interior Space

Seating Capacity 7 adults
Front Headroom/Legroom 39.8 in. / 40.7 in.
Rear Headroom/Legroom 39.3 in. / 36.5 in.
Luggage/Cargo Space cubic ft.

Dimensions

Wheelbase 121.2 in.
Curb Weight 4510 lb.
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2012 Dodge Grand Caravan Van

4dr Wgn SE

Comfort

Air Conditioning Standard
Dual Zone Climate Control Standard
Front Bucket Seats Standard
Front Reading Lamps Standard
Privacy Glass Standard
Quad Bucket Seats Standard
Rear Air Conditioning Standard
Air Conditioning Optional
Air Suspension Optional
Dual Zone Climate Control Optional
Front Bucket Seats Optional
Quad Bucket Seats Optional

Convenience

Additional Rear Seat Standard
Adjustable Steering Wheel Standard
Auto-Off Headlights Standard
Auxiliary Power Outlet Standard
Cruise Control Standard
Driver Vanity Mirror Standard
Front Floor Mats Standard
Heated Mirrors Standard
Intermittent Wipers Standard
Passenger Vanity Mirror Standard
Power Driver Mirror Standard
Power Steering Standard
Power Windows Standard
Steering Wheel Controls Standard
Variable Speed Intermittent Wipers Standard
Additional Rear Seat Optional
Power Driver Seat Optional

Entertainment

AM/FM Stereo Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input Standard
CD Player Standard
MP3 Player Standard