2010 Dodge Caravan Review

Overview

Grand Caravan has been a vibrant minivan segment since more than 25 years now. This ace Dodge model includes many minivan-first innovations including the segment's only Stow 'n Go and Swivel 'n Go seating and storage systems, SIRIUS Backseat TV with Nickelodeon, Disney Channel and Cartoon Network Mobile and rear-seat dual-DVD entertainment. The 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is a perfect family vehicle on wheels with new driver and front-passenger active head restraints (all models), three-zone manual climate controls (standard on Grand Caravan SE), rear-obstacle detection display in EVIC (with Security Group) and new 3.16 final drive ratio (Grand Caravan SXT with 4.0-liter engine).

Power and performance

A 4.0-liter V-6 aluminum engine delivers unmatched fuel economy and the minivan-segment's best combination of horsepower (251 hp) and torque (259 lb ft) with an EPA fuel economy rating of 17 mpg city and 25 mpg highway. Paired with 17-inch aluminum wheels and a sport-tuned suspension, the 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan offers a spirited driving experience. A 4-Speed Automatic VLP Transmission is standard.

Body and styling

The Dodge Grand Caravan is the "Most Dependable Van for 2009" according to J D Power and Associates. For 2010, the Grand Caravan is available in Cargo Van, SE, SE G Package, SXT and SXT L Package. The Dodge Grand Caravan has been best described as a ?family room on wheels? thanks to its practical comforts, fun features and pleasant driving experience. The Swivel 'n Go is a unique seating and storage system with in-floor cargo bins of the Stow 'n Go seating system combined with second-row quad chairs that rotate 180 degrees to face forward or rearward, and a stowable center table that installs between second- and third-row seats. Further, a nine-inch dual DVD system with swiveling third row that plays different media at the same time, SIRIUS Backseat TV, and SIRIUS Satellite Radio, iPod Control, surround sound, Uconnect Navigation with 30-gigabyte hard drive and real-time traffic monitoring, six LED pinpoint reading lamps, ambient halo lighting, a removable, sliding center console and removable flashlight in the tailgate all make the Grand Caravan a complete package.

Safety Features

The 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan comes with more than 40 safety features including segment-first Minivan-first Blind-spot Monitoring system (BSM) which warns the driver of unseen vehicles when changing lanes via an audible chime and a visible icon on exterior mirrors. The Cross Path system (RCP), also a minivan-first feature, helps drivers to take the vehicle in Reverse anytime and warns the driver if any traffic is moving toward the vehicle via an audible chime and a visible icon on outside mirrors. All-row side-curtain air bags, ParkSense rear-park assist system and ParkView rear back-up camera and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) are other key important safety features.