Dodge Grand Caravan Overview

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2020 Dodge Grand Caravan Overview

Is the 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan a Good Used Minivan?

The 2020 Grand Caravan is not a very good used minivan. Though it has a powerful engine and convenient folding Stow' n Go seats, this Dodge lags rivals in most areas. It has a stiff ride, an outdated infotainment system, and a low-rent cabin. If you want advanced safety features, look elsewhere because the Grand Caravan has a rearview camera, and that's it. It's also lacking popular infotainment features like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and basics like Bluetooth and USB ports do not come standard. For a minivan with a classier interior and more safety features, check out the 2020 Honda Odyssey. Another rival worth looking into is the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica, which offers all-wheel drive and has a more enjoyable ride than the Grand Caravan.

Compare the Grand Caravan, Odyssey, and Pacifica »

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How Much is the 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan?

Based on listings for the 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan, the average list price is $29,464. Fees range from $28,547 to $32,395 and vary depending on the vehicle's condition, mileage, features, and location. Want to trade in or sell your current car? Get an instant cash offer that can be used to purchase your next vehicle. See the Best Used Car Deals »

How Much Does the 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan Cost to Own?

The 2020 Grand Caravan's five-year costs for gas, insurance, taxes, fees, repairs, and maintenance are projected to be about $28,690 or $5,738 per year. These ownership costs are about average for the class.

2019 vs. 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan: What's the Difference?

There are no significant differences between the 2019 and 2020 models. 2020 marked the final year of production for the Grand Caravan.

Compare the 2019 and 2020 Grand Caravan » Here are the fundamental changes for the Dodge Grand Caravan over the last few years:

2017: streamlined trim structure; 6.5-inch touch screen and rearview camera added to the standard features list
2018: no significant changes
2019: no significant changes
2020: final year of production

If you're considering an older model, read our 2017 Grand Caravan, 2018 Grand Caravan, and 2019 Grand Caravan reviews to help make your decision. On our Best Used Car Deals page, you can learn about savings and discounts on used vehicles. Also, look at our Best New Car Deals and Best New Car Lease Deals pages to see how much you can save on a new vehicle.

How Reliable Is the 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan?

The 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan does not have a J.D. Power predicted reliability score. Read more about Grand Caravan's reliability.» https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aa1RQx8agEo

2020 Dodge Grand Caravan Recalls

There are no major recalls for the 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan. See more information on Dodge Grand Caravan safety recalls »

Which Used Dodge Grand Caravan Trim Is Right for Me?

The 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan is available in three trims: SE, SE Plus, and SXT. All come with a 3.6-liter V6 engine and a six-speed automatic transmission. We don't recommend the Grand Caravan, but if you're going to get one, skip the bare-bones base trim and look for an SE Plus, which gains second-row Stow' n Go seats, Bluetooth, and a USB port.

Dodge Grand Caravan SE: Standard features in the SE trim include third-row Stow' n Go seats, cloth upholstery, tri-zone manual climate control, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, remote keyless entry, a rearview camera, a 6.5-inch touch screen, and a six-speaker stereo.
Dodge Grand Caravan SE Plus: The SE Plus trim adds second-row Stow' n Go seats, premium cloth upholstery, an eight-way power-adjustable driver's seat, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, satellite radio, Bluetooth, a USB port, voice command, and fog lights.
Dodge Grand Caravan SXT: The top-of-the-line SXT trim gains leather upholstery with suede inserts, a power liftgate, and power-sliding rear doors. It's available with heated front seats and a heated steering wheel.

See 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan trims and specs.»

What Does Dodge's Certified Pre-Owned Warranty Cover?

Dodge offers a certified pre-owned program for vehicles five years old or fewer than 75,000 miles. Eligibility is determined by the vehicle's initial sale date. For its certified pre-owned cars, Dodge extends the original new-car powertrain warranty to seven years from the original sale date or 100,000 miles. CPO vehicles also get a three-month/3,000-mile Maximum Coverage Care warranty. Additional benefits include:

A 90-day SiriusXM satellite radio trial subscription.
A Carfax vehicle history report.
24-hour towing and roadside assistance.
A car rental allowance.

There are mileage and model restrictions too. For more information, read the Dodge warranty page. According to our analysis, Dodge has one of the worst CPO warranties among affordable carmakers. Kia, Hyundai, Chevy, Ford, Honda, and Mazda are all better. See the best CPO programs.»

How Safe Is the Grand Caravan?

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave the 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan the highest rating of Good in four crash tests and the lowest rating of Poor in the driver-side small overlap front test. The Grand Caravan's headlights received a Poor rating for forwarding visibility. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gave the Grand Caravan an overall safety rating of four out of five stars, with five stars in the side crash test and four stars in the frontal crash and rollover tests. Standard driver assistance features:

Rearview camera

Available driver assistance features:

None

See Grand Caravan safety scores.»

How Much Does It Cost to Insure a Dodge Grand Caravan?

The cost of insuring a Dodge Grand Caravan will depend on various factors, including your deductible, the level of coverage you want, and the type of insurance you choose. Your age, gender, location, credit score, and driving record can also impact your insurance rates. Check out our car insurance guide to find the best policy for you.

2020 Dodge Grand Caravan Versus the Competition

2020 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2020 Honda Odyssey

The 2020 Honda Odyssey blows the Grand Caravan out of the water in pretty much all aspects. The Odyssey has more cargo space than the Grand Caravan, a more luxurious and comfortable cabin, and an impressive number of available safety and infotainment features, including blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. The Odyssey also has a smooth ride and responsive handling for a minivan, and it gets better fuel economy than the Grand Caravan. The Honda will likely cost more than the Dodge, but it's the ideal vehicle. Compare the Grand Caravan and Odyssey »

2020 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2020 Chrysler Pacifica

The 2020 Chrysler Pacifica is a much better minivan than the Grand Caravan. It offers a smoother ride, a much nicer cabin, available all-wheel drive, and a good variety of safety and technology features. Both minivans have seats that can fold into the floor to access the maximum cargo space, and both vans have similar mpg ratings. Like the Odyssey, the Pacifica will probably cost you more to purchase and maintain, but it's the better minivan. Compare the Grand Caravan and Pacifica » Compare the Grand Caravan, Odyssey, and Pacifica »

2020 Grand Caravan Performance

How Does the 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan Drive?

The Grand Caravan has a firm ride compared to other minivans. Handling isn't bad, but competitors are easier to maneuver. This Dodge has a potent engine but is not as refined as its rivals.

Engine: 3.6-liter V6 with 283 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque
Drivetrain: front-wheel drive
Transmission: six-speed automatic

2020 Dodge Grand Caravan Gas Mileage

The Grand Caravan gets an EPA-estimated 17 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway. That's below average for the minivan class.

2020 Dodge Grand Caravan Towing Capacity

The Grand Caravan can tow up to 3,600 pounds when properly equipped. Read more about the Grand Caravan performance.»

2020 Grand Caravan Interior

2020 Grand Caravan Interior Quality

The Grand Caravan's cabin offers a mix of soft-touch surfaces and rigid plastics, but it feels cheaper than the interiors of most rivals. How Many People Does the 2020 Grand Caravan Seat? The 2020 Grand Caravan seats seven people in three rows. The front-row seats are comfortable, but the second-and third-row Stow' n Go seats could use more support and can become cumbersome to sit on for long rides. Standard seating features:

Third-row Stow' n Go seats
Sliding rear-passenger doors
Cloth upholstery

Available seating features:

Second-row Stow' n Go seats.
Power-sliding rear-passenger doors
Leather upholstery
Power-adjustable front seats
Heated front seats
Heated steering wheel

How Many Child Car Seats Fit in the 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan?

The 2020 Grand Caravan has three complete sets of LATCH connectors, two for the second-row seats and one for the third-row middle seat. Some lower anchors are set too deeply in the hearts, and the tether anchors are hard to find. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave this LATCH system the second-highest rating of Acceptable for its ease of use.

2020 Dodge Grand Caravan Features

The Grand Caravan doesn't offer many infotainment features, and what it does have are unimpressive. The touch screen is small compared to rivals, its graphics are dated, and it's slow to respond to inputs. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are unavailable, and there's no USB port or Bluetooth in the base model, meaning smartphone integration options are limited. If you want a minivan with more tech features, check out the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica.

Standard infotainment features: a 6.5-inch touch screen and a six-speaker stereo
Available infotainment features: navigation, satellite radio, Bluetooth, a USB port, a rear-seat entertainment system, and DVD player, and wireless headphones
Additional standard features: tri-zone manual climate control
Other available features: remote start and tri-zone automatic climate control

See 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan specs.» Read more about Grand Caravan interior.»

2020 Dodge Grand Caravan Dimensions

Dodge Grand Caravan Cargo Space

The Stow' n Go seats are a plus not all minivans offer. The Grand Caravan has 31.3 cubic feet of cargo space behind the third row, 78.9 cubic feet behind the second row, and 140.3 cubic feet with both rows folded. This is about average for the class, but minivan rivals such as the 2020 Honda Odyssey offer even more space.