2005 Dodge Caravan Review
Price Estimate: $1,034 - $1,642





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Surprisingly agile handling, quiet ride in V6 models, low price.
Cons
- Some cheap interior bits, reliability record not as strong as some competitors', limited availability of major safety features.
What’s new
The Caravan gets a styling refresh and a hefty base price reduction.
Edmunds says
Enjoyable to drive and ride in, the Caravan offers no-frills minivan transportation for the family on a tight budget.
For sale near Seymour, IN
8 listings
- New ListingPhotos not available
- 190,113 miles
- 2 accidents, 4 owners, personal use only
- 7 Seats, 17 City / 24 Hwy MPG
- Russ Hubler Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram New Castle (72 mi away)
- Third-row seating
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Rear Bench Seats
- 2nd Row Bucket Seats
- Audio and cruise con...
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Located in New Castle, IN
Brilliant Black Crystal Pearlcoat 2005 Dodge Caravan SXT FWD 4-Speed Automatic 3.3L V6 OHV19/26 City/Highway MPG
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
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:
20 Combined MPG (17 City/24 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1D4GP45R75B402279
Stock: 2425412
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 06-08-2025 - 222,867 miles
- 1 accident, 4 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
- 7 Seats, 17 City / 24 Hwy MPG
- New Start Motors (98 mi away)
- Third-row seating
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Rear Bench Seats
- 2nd Row Bucket Seats
- Audio and cruise con...
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Located in Montezuma, IN
2005 DODGE CARAVAN SXT FWD... 3.3L V6 .... ..AVAILABLE AT NEW START MOTORS AT US HWY 36 ROCKVILLE, INDIANA TERMS $3644 OR $499 DOWN PLUS TAX/FEE AND $...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
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: 1D4GP45R35B162812
Stock: 162812
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 04-10-2025
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Indiana
$200/mo for Caravan SE
Caravan SE
vs
$213/mo
Avg. Large Minivan
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Great Ride
3.88 out of 5 starsmoparmoma, 03/18/2011
2005 Dodge Caravan SXT 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
We Bought the Caravan without the stow and go seats for the comfort of the second row captian chairs. Took family to motortrend car show and made them sit in seats for half an hour. Teenagers appreciated the comfort of captain chairs and the entertainment (DVD) system. This is a life saver on long road trips. Have 100,000 on the van with ALOT of road trips. No problems whatsoever. … Replaced Battery once, brakes every 40,000 miles, and the ERG once at 85,000. OEM tires lasted 65,000 miles, replaced with Michelins. Good value and no problems--would buy buy again if they didn't switch to stow and go seats.
Great buy
4.5 out of 5 starsJohn, 06/29/2005
2005 Dodge Caravan SE 4dr Minivan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
We went down a step, previously had a Grand Caravan. I was worried about space, but this van is surprisingly roomy for the size. Recently took it on a 3,500 mile trip and had plenty of room for a family of 4 and all our luggage. With the smaller engine, it doesn't accelerate as fast, but cruises just fine. We weren't interested in a van with lots of bells and whistles (no need for … automatic doors, etc. just more that can go wrong). This van has everything we need. A/C, AM/FM CD/cassette, cruise. Fuel economy is a plus. Also, my wife and daughter were recently hit by a red light runner in this van, it was easily repaired, and more importantly neither were hurt. Safety is a plus.
Great van with lots of versatility
4.75 out of 5 starsaveybaby, 03/30/2013
2005 Dodge Caravan SXT 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
This is the perfect vehicle for a family. I got hooked on Dodge Caravan's years ago. I had one that lasted ten years with no problems until the transmission went out at about 200,000 miles. I bought a Windstar and didn't like it so got new Dodge Caravan again. For as much space and comfort as it has you can't beat the gas mileage. I consistently average 20 mpg. Considering that you can … seat 7, that's a good value. I've replaced the battery, and the tires. It's now getting a bit older, over 150k miles on it, so I've replaced the radiator because of a leak, and the oxysensor valves (check engine light came on). Good value overall.
Best Van Ever
5 out of 5 starsbookworm2991, 10/21/2011
2005 Dodge Caravan SXT 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
I purchased this vehicle in August 2010.
I have a 3 year old and was expecting my second child.
I fell in love with this van.
It was very comfortable to ride in, had plenty of room, child seat anchors and one of the second row captains chairs had a built in 5 point harness child seat.
During the year that we had it we never had any problems with it.
I was recently in an accident and it … was totaled.
I am hoping to be able to replace my van with a newer model.
2005 Caravan Highlights
SE
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $18,380 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 20 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $200/month |
Seating | 7 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 15.3 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 RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic 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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