Used 2006 Dodge Caravan Consumer Reviews
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Glad we bought it
Geri, 10/07/2005
2006 Dodge Caravan SE 4dr Minivan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
We've only had the van for a couple of weeks. The gas mileage did work out to be 26 on the highway and 20 in city. The pick up on the highway was much better then expected for a 4 cyl. It runs like a 6 cyl. The bench seats are easy to remove and change around. Plenty of leg room (front and back) and comfortable ride for long trips if you're in the bucket seat in front. We do have the tinted glass windows. This is a must with the way the wind shield is being so large and angled. Your legs do get warm even with the tint. We would recommend this van for anyone on budget that needs a van. It is affordable and perfect for the homeowner that does dry wall.
low repair costs
bart25, 11/25/2011
2006 Dodge Caravan SE 4dr Minivan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
12 of 14 people found this review helpful
its not the most reliable, but its cheap to fix, if you're a do-it-yourselfer and make the repairs yourself its the best you can own, parts are dirt cheap for the Caravan
Still STRONG after 13 years
JIM GESSNER, 02/24/2019
2006 Dodge Caravan SXT 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
This is my 2nd DODGE CARAVAN. I bought a 1998 used in 2000. It had 170,000 pls miles when it was side swiped by a lady sending a text message. I bought this 2006 STX full option new from a dealer friend new in California. It has 131,000 miles and has served me well these last 13 years. Many miles were driven from and to my old home state California to Oregon, Arizona, Texas [ many times], Michigan, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, Tennessee, Ohio, I have changed oil and filter every 3500-4500 miles. Flushed trans fluid twice., coolant once. The radiator failed in 2017 at 125,000 miles. Another weak item is the RACK and Pinion steering. I have replaced the rack twice, and now I DRAIN AND FLUSH the power steering fluid every 2nd oil change. I have just purchased my 3rd set of tires. I purchased two sets of brake pads and rotors. And for satety, replaced the calipers also on the last brake job, complete front and rear. Last week, replaced the front struts and springs and rear shocks. WOW, What a difference. Rides like a new car. This model has power doors and rear hatch [ all three ] driver side motor went out at 51000 miles, and the dealer replaced no charge. I am handicapped and use a Pride GO-GO three wheel electic scooter which I carry in the back. I use a power hoist to put it in and out the vehicle since 2007. I have thought of selling the van, but can not find a suitable replacement under $35000, so I will keep driving this car. The 3.8 V6 runs well with one major tune up to date.
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Pretty nice little van.
Reid Benham, 08/04/2006
2006 Dodge Caravan SXT 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Nice to drive, wish it gave better gas mileage. Driver's seat is difficult to move back and forth. No defects in material or workmanship. In 6,600 miles I have changed the oil twice and rotated the tires, not bad for American Iron.
Lemon of the Year Dodge Caravan SXT 2006
Bart Tur, 07/28/2015
updated 01/31/2020
2006 Dodge Caravan SXT 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Major problems with the braking system. Axel failed at 14k. Rack & Pinion failed 23k. 5 Alternators replaced last 9 years. Major engine problems, water pump 38k, head light cheaply made. Poor Fuel. Transmission failed 59k, Radiator replaced 61k. Great for taking kids to the park but after extended warranty expires you need a bank. Thank you Chrysler. These van have braking issue due to bad clapier pin not retracking. One final note, The heater cores are known to fail around 100k. My van is currently 95,. Never will I buy a DODGE /CHRYSLER. I am done. Close up shop guys.
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