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Fleet manager says no more
Brian, 04/09/2009
2005 Dodge Grand Caravan SE 4dr Ext Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Managing a fleet of 500 vehicles and have about 100 Grand Caravans. Good practical vehicles but mechanical nightmares. Replaced 10 rack and pinion units in the last 2 years and many, many tie rods. Electrical issues are common as well. Primarily in the column and the multi-function switches. Beware, the new models (2008 or newer) use a new key system that will set you back over $100 to replace.
would not buy a dodge again
tracietam, 07/25/2007
2005 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT 4dr Ext Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have had a lot of problems with this car. The emergency brake fell off and damaged the rotors, the sliding doors broke two times, and the gas gauge was not accurate and needed to be replaced. I have had it three years and have decided to trade it in and get something more reliable like a toyota sienna.
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So far, so good
Amy, 10/09/2005
2005 Dodge Grand Caravan SE 4dr Ext Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We bought our 05 Grand Caravan used with 45,000 miles, replacing a 95 Voyager. So far very comfy, rides nice, and we LOVE the stow n go. Plenty of room for 3 kids. The back row is not as nice as the first 2, esp. if you have long legs. Minor glitches, inc. loose rear vent window and rear A/C blower cutting off - will be taking the van in for those things soon. My mileage is about 16 mpg in the city - 24-25 highway. I'd like it to be better, but it still beats the big SUV's.
In 2005, the ONLY Minivan to consider!
Coachleif, 06/23/2005
2005 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT 4dr Ext Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Just ended 6000 miles through the western mountains and desert carrying 4 Adults, 3 kids, and a rooftop carrier with 110# of camping stuff. Total load 1250#. 1 tank @ 17 mpg in San Fransisco, all others range from 19 to 25.2 mpg. That's real world driving at 75 - 85 mph with the A/C on the whole time. Friends with Honda and Toyota minivans can't touch this mileage under similar conditions! I'm very happy as gas was $3.50/gal in Needles! Perfect design. 1st 4 seats provide absolute comfort for adults up to 6' 1" 250#! In mountain driving, 8 consecutive switchbacks in Silverton-Ouray region were a dream. With this load, it accelerated up 8% grades easily to 75mph. It has a great feel, not Honda harsh. Has the best price, features, economy, and handling in its class! Very solidly built. Great fit and finish and material use. Buy it!
Don't waste your money on a Dodge
jonlynn, 02/26/2007
2005 Dodge Grand Caravan SE 4dr Ext Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I did a lot of research prior to buying my minivan. Somehow this thing came up good. I shoud've trusted my instinct and walked away from the dealer. No wonder Chrysler is going under. Like everyone else: 16k- new brakes and again at 31k! I finally did not go to a dealer and found a great mechanic who said Dodge is notorious for it. Chrysler does not stand behind its product. It has been in for TSBs about 5 times. No good when we tote kids. I sunk a lot of money into this thing and I wish it would sink into mud and never be seen again. The only good thing: sto and go is great, it is pretty comfortable, gas mileage not too bad. If I weren't so much into debt in it, I would trade it in!