2003 Dodge Caravan Review
Price Estimate: $809 - $1,285





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Surprisingly agile handling, quiet ride for V6 models, low price.
Cons
- Some cheap interior bits, limited features and options, reliability record not as strong as some competitors.
What’s new
A new trim level dubbed "CV" has been added. The bargain-basement, four-cylinder-only "eC" model (extra-cheap?) has been dropped, but we doubt its passing will be mourned.
Edmunds says
Enjoyable to drive and ride in, the Caravan offers no-frills minivan transport for the family on a tight budget.
For sale near Camden, SC
3 listings
- 60,872 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
- 7 Seats, 18 City / 25 Hwy MPG
- Moto Zone (655 mi away)
- Third-row seating
- Rear Bench Seats
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Located in Melrose Park, IL
3 MONTH FREE WARRANTY Powertrain with our posted price !!!! LOW MILAGE !!!!! CLEAN TITLE. Please reach us at (seven zero eight) two two three - two tw...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
21 Combined MPG (18 City/25 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1D4GP253X3B179166
Stock: 179166
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 08-30-2024- New ListingPhotos not available
- 165,000 miles
- No accidents, 3 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
- 7 Seats, 17 City / 24 Hwy MPG
- A & G Auto (952 mi away)
- Third-row seating
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Auto Climate Control
- Trip Computer
- Rear Bench Seats
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Located in Oklahoma City, OK
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
20 Combined MPG (17 City/24 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1D4GP45383B144282
Stock: 144282
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 06-24-2025
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in South Carolina
$169/mo for Caravan SE
Caravan SE
vs
$190/mo
Avg. Large Minivan
See Edmunds pricing data
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SXT?
4 out of 5 starsJSlezak, 02/02/2005
2003 Dodge Caravan SE Fwd 4dr Minivan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
We purchased our Caravan late in the '03 model year (there were already '04's on the lot) and paid about $19000 brand new. Our van is labeled as an SXT even though it is actually an SE with some extras. An end of year model change-up? I am really happy with the van and over the past year it has held up well. Only one small problem, the drivers side power window has failed on two … occasions. It seems to happen during cold weather and once the vehicle is warm it is fine again. We looked at Toyota and Honda but both were much more expensive and didn't offer the same features without purchasing big packages. For the price you can't beat Dodge. A very good family oriented vehicle.
never had a problem!!!!
5 out of 5 starscarol, 10/09/2015
2003 Dodge Caravan SE Fwd 4dr Minivan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
I have had this van for 12 years. never had any major repairs. great on gas. would not trade it in.
Great vehicle
4.25 out of 5 starsmiller1980, 02/12/2014
2003 Dodge Caravan SE Fwd 4dr Minivan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
I got my caravan at 78,000 miles I've only had a couple problems since owning the car. First the O2 sensor went out (kind of an expensive fix for a single mom) and the power steering pump is going out. Other than that it has been a gem. I've driven it in the snow and curvy mountain roads for two years with no issues. The car is now at 130,000 miles and still running even after hitting a … deer really hard.
Old faithful
5 out of 5 starsPatricia Patterson, 08/22/2018
2003 Dodge Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
We bought it at 6 years old. We have had it 9 years. It has held up very well. The engine is still going strong. We are having to replace older parts wearing out and it has minor rust spots. The AC leaks on the passenger side floor but my husband puts AC fluid in and that helps. For a Dodge it has very comfortable seats. Three mechanics have told us to keep it and just continue to … replace the parts. We have to say that for being 15 years old it has done us well!
2003 Caravan Highlights
SE
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $20,640 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 21 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $169/month |
Seating | 7 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 15.1 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover3 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalAcceptable
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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