2020 Dodge Grand Caravan
2020 Dodge Grand Caravan Review
- Less expensive than other minivans
- Second-row Stow 'n Go seats fold right into the floor
- Lacks the latest advanced driver safety features
- Woefully dated infotainment system
- Poor crash test scores for the driver
- No Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration
- SE Plus trim gains features and new cosmetic detailing
- Blacktop package now optional for SE Plus trim
- No longer sold in states with strict emissions standards
- Part of the sixth Grand Caravan generation introduced for 2008
If you're shopping for a 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan, stop. Instead, we suggest you cross it off of your list and instead take a look at the 2020 Chrysler Voyager, which is a much better minivan. Alternatively, consider getting a certified-used example of any competing model. Yes, the Dodge Grand Caravan is that uncompetitive.
In advance of its planned discontinuation after the 2020 model year, some dealers are still stocking this ancient minivan, which hasn't seen a complete redesign since 2008. We say some dealers because the 2020 Grand Caravan no longer meets tailpipe regulations in the 11 states that have adopted the more stringent emissions requirements set by the state of California.
Making matters worse, the Grand Caravan earns some poor Insurance Institute for Highway Safety crash test scores and lacks the modern advanced driving assistance systems that are pretty much standard on other minivans. You can't get forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, or lane-keeping assist systems on this minivan, for instance.
Other technology that's missing in action includes Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and connected services such as automatic collision notification, SOS emergency calling, and safe teen-driver settings.
There are a couple minor draws here, such as a low starting price and the second-row Stow 'n Go seats that collapse into storage wells in the floor to make for an easy transition from people hauler to cargo hauler. But that's not a good enough reason to actually buy one. If you're on a tight budget, the Chrysler Voyager and Kia Sedona are much better minivans, and if you can spend more, strongly consider the Chrysler Pacifica and Honda Odyssey.
Which Grand Caravan does Edmunds recommend?
Dodge Grand Caravan models
The budget-friendly seven-passenger Dodge Grand Caravan is sold in three trim levels: SE, SE Plus and SXT. All Grand Caravans have a 3.6-liter V6 (283 horsepower, 260 lb-ft of torque) paired to a six-speed automatic transmission.
2020 Dodge Grand Caravan pricing
in Ashburn, VA
2020 Dodge Grand Caravan video
2017 Dodge Grand Caravan Expert Rundown Review
NOTE: This video is about the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan, but since the 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan is part of the same generation, our earlier analysis still applies.
Features & Specs
- Base MSRP
- $27,530
- MPG & Fuel
- 17 City / 25 Hwy / 20 Combined
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 20.0 gal. capacity
- Seating
- 7 seats
- Drivetrain
- Type: front wheel drive
- Transmission: 6-speed shiftable automatic
- Engine
- V6 cylinder
- Horsepower: 283 hp @ 6400 rpm
- Torque: 260 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
- Basic Warranty
- 3 yr./ 36000 mi.
- Dimensions
- Length: 203.7 in. / Height: 69.0 in.
- Overall Width with Mirrors: 88.5 in.
- Overall Width without Mirrors: 78.7 in.
- Curb Weight: 4510 lbs.
- Cargo Capacity, All Seats In Place: 31.1 cu.ft.
Safety
Our experts’ favorite Grand Caravan safety features:
- ParkView Rear Back Up Camera
- Displays an image of the area directly behind the vehicle on the central touchscreen display.
- Stability Control System
- If the Grand Caravan starts to slide, stability control selectively applies the brakes to help the driver regain control.
- Active Front Seat Head Restraints
- In a collision, the head restraints automatically move forward to reduce the distance between the restraint and occupants' heads.
Dodge Grand Caravan vs. the competition
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Dodge Grand Caravan vs. Honda Odyssey
Currently Edmunds' top-ranked minivan, the Honda Odyssey is a far better choice for a new minivan than a Dodge Grand Caravan. It doesn't have the Dodge's slick Stow 'n Go second-row seats, which are an admittedly handy feature for people who need maximum cargo capacity on a regular basis. Otherwise, there simply is no comparison between these two vehicles.
Dodge Grand Caravan vs. Kia Sedona
If you're on a tight budget, consider the Kia Sedona. It comes with plenty of features for the money as well as Kia's excellent warranty and roadside assistance coverage. Beyond that, it's stylish (for a minivan) and has Slide-n-Stow second-row seats that are almost as useful as the Dodge's Stow 'n Go seats.
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FAQ
Is the Dodge Grand Caravan a good car?
What's new in the 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan:
- SE Plus trim gains features and new cosmetic detailing
- Blacktop package now optional for SE Plus trim
- No longer sold in states with strict emissions standards
- Part of the sixth Grand Caravan generation introduced for 2008
Is the Dodge Grand Caravan reliable?
Is the 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan a good car?
How much should I pay for a 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan?
The least-expensive 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan is the 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan SE 4dr Minivan (3.6L 6cyl 6A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $27,530.
Other versions include:
- SE 4dr Minivan (3.6L 6cyl 6A) which starts at $27,530
- SE Plus 4dr Minivan (3.6L 6cyl 6A) which starts at $30,330
- SXT 4dr Minivan (3.6L 6cyl 6A) which starts at $32,995
- GT Fleet 4dr Minivan (3.6L 6cyl 6A) which starts at $35,535