Full Description: Like a determined old soldier the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan marches on alongside newer and more sophisticated minivans such as the Honda Odyssey Toyota Sienna Kia Sedona and its own corporate cousin the Chrysler Pacifica. Yet theres a reason the Grand Caravan remains a best-seller: a sub-$28000 starting price that undercuts rivals by thousands. But that cant help it avoid the you get what you pay for mantra. Or more accurately what you dont get. Active-safety features like forward-collision warning lane-departure warning and automatic braking all standard on a Toyota Sienna arent even optional on a Grand Caravan. Nor are Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration on the technology front. Dodges Grand Caravan does at least boast a powerful V6 engine and nifty Stow n Go seats. Driving the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan PassengerThe Dodge Grand Caravan isnt exactly exciting to drive but that shouldnt be a surprise considering the segment its in. With the possible exception of the Honda Odyssey few minivans can be called all that interesting to drive and thats pretty much the point. These vehicles are for ferrying family and friends not tempting fate or testing the local authorities. Those caveats out of the way we can at least attest to the Grand Caravan minivans power. Its standard V6 provides good straight-line acceleration so you neednt fear that freeway onramp. If theres one other endearing ride quality its this family vehicles soft comfortable ride. Other aspects reflect this Dodges age and price. Its just not as maneuverable as its competitors and it lacks features such as blind-spot monitoring 360-degree cameras adaptive cruise control lane-keeping aids and other systems that can make driving more enjoyable and all-around Features3.6-LITER V6 ENGINEThis V6 has well-served a variety of Dodge and Chrysler vehicles and it impresses here again in the Grand Caravan. It earns a respectable 25 mpg on the highway and is even rated to tow 3600 PRICEFor many new-car buyers the Dodge Grand Caravans biggest appeal is its price. Starting well under $28000 it is the least expensive minivan in its Dodge Grand Caravan Passenger InteriorThe Dodge Grand Caravan is limited to seating seven passengers vs. the available eight of its rivals. Thats because even with the bench seat in the second row there is only room for two just like with the optional bucket seats. With either setup the third row is a bench that accommodates up to three passengers. Again compared to rivals the Grand Caravans interior feels simplistic at best and dated at worst but at least its quite functional. Highlights are its standard Stow n Go 2nd-row seats that fold into the floor to create a flat load space. Cargo room in general still trails that of the Honda Odyssey though. Up front are basic controls for climate and a standard 6.5-inch touch-screen infotainment system. As for interior colors they are limited to black or Dodge Grand Caravan Passenger ExteriorStyling of the Dodge Grand Caravan might be called conservative by an optimist or plain by a pessimist. Either way its safe to say it doesnt have the stylistic flair of the latest Honda Odyssey or Chrysler Pacifica. Your eyes will know if they like it when they see it and if youre not trying to make a fashion statement but simply transport your loved ones in a new and roomy vehicle then this Dodge can fit the bill. Basic models have manual-sliding side doors and manual tailgate but these can all be power-operated if youre willing to spend extra cash on the top-line SXT model. No matter which trim you go with the only wheel size available is 17 Dodge Grand Caravan Passenger Standard FeaturesThe 2019 Grand Caravan minivan comes in three trims: SE SE Plus and the top-line SXT. The least expensive Dodge minivan the Grand Caravan SE is pretty basic with a urethane steering wheel manual-adjust cloth seats and steel wheel covers. It does at least have 3-zone climate control rearview camera auto-dimming rearview mirror and the Stow n Go seats. The basic infotainment system is a 6.5-inch touch-screen unit with CD/DVD player radio and hard-disc drive for storing music. Unlike rival minivans no version of the Grand Caravan offers Apple CarPlay or Android Auto smartphone Dodge Grand Caravan Passenger OptionsStepping up to the mid-trim Grand Caravan SE Plus adds fog lights aluminum-alloy wheels upgraded cloth upholstery and voice-operated infotainment system. This trim also grants the Blacktop Package which adds darkened aesthetics for a more aggressive character. The most-outfitted Grand Caravan is the SXT which includes power-operated tailgate and side doors automatic headlights 2nd-row bucket seats (optional on other trims) and power-adjustable drivers seat. The Grand Caravan can be further outfitted with a navigation system and in the SXT leather seating and heated steering wheel 2nd-row window shades universal garage-door opener and heated front seats. A DVD system with 2nd-row screen and a pair of wireless headphones is available on all Dodge Grand Caravan Passenger EngineThe 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan is powered by a 3.6-liter V6 engine good for 283 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. Known as the Pentastar its a laudable engine delivering smooth power and pretty good fuel economy. The engine is paired to a 6-speed automatic transmission that delivers smooth shift action and unlike some other transmissions in other vehicles doesnt have the annoying characteristic of continually hunting for the correct gear. Finally the V6 is E85-compatible so it can operate on blends of gasoline and ethanol. The Grand Caravan is front-wheel drive just like all of its rivals except the Toyota Sienna which offers all-wheel drive.3.6-liter V6283 horsepower @ 6400 rpm260 lb-ft of torque @ 4400 rpmEPA city/highway fuel economy: 17/25 mpg (gasoline) 12/18 mpg (E85)* While every reasonable effort is made to ensure the accuracy of this information we are not responsible for any errors or omissions contained on these pages. Please verify any information in question with Midway Auto Group. Online pricing does not include taxes tag and title fees and $499 Dealer Processing extra. *We are closed the first Saturday of the month.ABS Brakes,Child Safety Door Locks,Cruise Control,Driver Airbag,Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat,Fog Lights,Front Power Lumbar Support,Front Side Airbag,Passenger Airbag,Power Windows,Side Head Curtain Airbag,Telescopic Steering Column,Vehicle Anti-Theft