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It's really a 3.8 V-6
Ken, 03/08/2005
2005 Dodge Caravan SXT 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
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So far, I am very happy with my Dodge GC. It is very quiet, very nice stereo and love the convience and flexibility of the Stow'n Go seats.With one middle seat stowed, I have plenty of room to stow a lot of stuff in the bin that the other seat is not stowed. Plus it makes it very easy to get kids in and out of the back seats and leaves room for the dog to lay down. The front seats fit like a glove and I like the eight way power driver's seat plus the lockable storage bin under passenger's seat. I also like the above console, with outside temp.,compass and mpg used. I haven't had one bit of trouble with it yet.
The good and the bad
Scott, 07/18/2005
2005 Dodge Caravan SXT 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
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I have had positive and negative experiences. The van has run well, with good acceleration and a smooth comfortable ride. The handling is very good. The Stow N Go seats are a great option. Electronic doors and liftgate work well. A/C is powerful and easy to regulate. On the negative side, my fuel economy is poor. At best I've averaged 18 mpg per tankful, and lately it's dipped down below 17mpg, even though a good part of my driving is highway. I'm also disappointed with the interior craftsmanship. Pieces of plastic have broken off the Stow N Go seats even though I haven't folded them away very much. Factory stereo is just fair. Various taillight bulbs have needed replacement already.
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Bad news SXT
Mike, 07/30/2005
2005 Dodge Caravan SXT 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
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The air bag light and warning bell came on and stayed on. It was fixed. That lasted 3 days and it went out again. The dealer replaced a wiring harness that was bad. The rear tailgate could only be opened with the key, so the dealer replaced the power lock unit. The passenger side window wouldn't go down, teh dealer replaced regulator to the power window. If I have this many problems with a new car,what happens when the warranty is up? This vehicle with 4 adults and a 2 yr old on a trip of over 500 miles got at one point 27 mpg and averaged about 22 mpg on the trip. That was in the mountains of KY, TN and NC. The DVD unit is a good babysitter. Sirius satellite radio is good too. Rides good, but I'm afraid of reliablity.
A Great Deal For the Money
Robert, 08/06/2005
2005 Dodge Caravan SXT 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
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I test drove a new 1997 Caravan, was unimpressed for $23K, and bought a used 1994. This time I drove a much nicer, fancier 2005 Caravan and for $20K took it home. Thank you employee pricing! No stow and go on my short model, but no big deal. The six speaker package puts out some excellent sound. Seats are comfortable, yet don't weigh much. Superb handling, solid acceleration, great brakes (unlike my Quest). I'll reserve mileage judgement until it's broken in. I wasn't looking for a DVD but to put a cherry on the top of this deal it had one. But then came the single downer, although the manual doesn't say so, the "basic" DVD system has no headphone capability! Be sure you can live with this.
Comfortable ride
Ron, 08/20/2009
2005 Dodge Caravan SXT 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
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Purchased new in May 05, now has 36,400 miles. Only have changed the oil, same battery and brakes. Have not replaced or repaired anything. Comfortable seats and a quite comfortable ride. Average 27 MPG highway on the 3.3 engine which is very quite. Test drove a Honda van and it was not as comfortable as the Dodge.