Download Print Press Kit: What's New for '09 Dodge Marks 25th Anniversary of the Minivan By Introducing Even More Minivan-First Features Auburn Hills, Mich. August 31, 2008 - Since the Dodge Grand Caravan’s birth 25 years ago, 65 minivan-firsts have led to more than 12 million Chrysler and Dodge minivans sold throughout the world, solidifying Chrysler’s leadership in the segment. For 2009, the Dodge Grand Caravan continues to set the mark in minivan value adding more standard features and offering new minivan-first safety and security features to the minivan that started it all. With more than 40 new or improved features from the previous generation, including unsurpassed 17 city / 25 highway mpg fuel economy; Dodge Grand Caravan is the best all-around vehicle for young families. The Dodge Grand Caravan now includes more of the features customers want and expect in the competitive minivan segment. Standard on the Dodge Grand Caravan SE for 2009 is the industry-exclusive Stow ’n Go® seating and storage system with Stain Repel Seat Fabric, power second- and third-row windows, sunscreen glass, electroluminescent gauge cluster with tachometer, cruise control and floor mats. The Dodge Grand Caravan is first in the minivan segment to feature the all-new Blind Spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path advance safety systems. The all-new Blind Spot Monitoring System (BSM) detects a possible unseen vehicle when changing lanes. The Rear Cross Path System (RCP) aids the driver any time the vehicle is in Reverse and warns if any traffic is moving toward the vehicle. Both systems utilize dual ultra-wideband radar sensors that notify the driver via an audible chime and a visible icon on outside mirrors. Chrysler continues to be the minivan leader, a core segment it relentlessly improves upon year after year. Innovative features including the segment’s only Swivel ’n Go™ seating with center table and dual nine-inch screen DVD system with a minivan-first swiveling third-row monitor and available uconnect studios SIRIUS Satellite Radio and SIRIUS Backseat TV™, take mobile entertainment to a new level. With comfortable second-row captain’s chairs that rotate 180 degrees to face the third row and a removable table that installs between, friends and family may play games and have conversations; face-to-face dinner on-the-go just became more meaningful. With two distinct seating options, three efficient powertrain options, advanced safety features, including the new Blind Spot Monitoring accident avoidance system, EVIC with premium steering wheel controls, uconnect gps with a 30-gigabyte hard drive and real-time traffic monitoring, a premium center console that slides rearward to reach second-row passengers, vast storage solutions compiled with industry-leading functionality, the Dodge Grand Caravan truly is the perfect family room on wheels. WHAT’S NEW FOR 2009 Models Dodge Grand Caravan SE and SXT models with more value-added features Dodge Grand Caravan SE now includes standard Stow ’n Go with Stain Repel Seat Fabric, cruise control, power second- and third-row vents, floor mats, sunscreen glass, body-color door handles and bodyside moldings Dodge Grand Caravan SXT now includes a roof rack with crossrails Dodge Grand Caravan 25th Anniversary Edition offers great value with a large selection of standard features Exterior Chromed Daylight Opening (DLO) trim on SXT (28L Package and 25th Anniversary Edition) Deep Crimson Crystal (new) available on SE and SXT Melbourne Green Pearl Coat (new) available on SE and SXT Dodge badge on lower-left liftgate Unique 17-inch aluminum wheels with Mineral Gray accents on 25th Anniversary Edition Interior Stow ’n Go® seating standard on SE New electroluminescent gauge cluster with tachometer standard on SE Premium steering wheel with Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) controls available on SXT Larger nine-inch dual overhead DVD screens with swiveling third row (with Swivel ’n Go™) iPod interface now included with uconnect phone on SXT New Premium perforated leather seating with French-seamed stitching Deluxe front door trim with silver accent spear on SE Deluxe center stack bezel with satin silver side spears on SE (with Climate Control Group) Powertrain/Chassis New sport-tuned suspension for improved ride and handling on 4.0-liter V-6-equipped Grand Caravan SXT (28L Package) Unsurpassed fuel economy on 4.0-liter engine improves to 17 city and 25 highway mpg Updated brake system with new linings and hydraulic boost compensation reduces Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) while improving braking performance Safety and Security Minivan-first Blind Spot Monitoring System (BSM) available on SXT Minivan-first Rear Cross Path System (RCP) available on SXT Rain-sensing wipers available on SXT Equipment/Packages Available Climate Control Group now includes rear-seating climate control on SE Popular Equipment Group I includes power sliding doors, power liftgate, Remote Start and power adjustable pedals available on SE Premium Group includes rain-sensing wipers, automatic climate control, third-row power-folding seat, premium nine-speaker sound with subwoofer and 506-watt amplifier, auto-dimming rearview mirror and uconnect phone available on SXT uconnect gps with 30-gigabyte hard drive, navigation and real-time traffic monitoring available on SXT Design The 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan sports an exterior and interior design that updates the classic 1984 Grand Caravan, giving it a contemporary, sporty profile with a thoughtful, tailored interior. A contemporary style with sheer, clean lines and an athletic stance is evident, along with distinctive design cues that unmistakably make Dodge Grand Caravan a Dodge. The 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan’s sporty exterior includes a distinctive crosshair grille on its chiseled front end. Design cues that are more contemporary in nature include clean, sheer lines; streamlined, leaner pillars; aerodynamic mirrors; wheel forms that go all the way to the bottom of the bodyside; a body-to-glass proportion similar to the Dodge Charger and more of a settled appearance on the road. To achieve more interior roominess over the previous generation, Dodge Grand Caravan designers widened the roof by six inches, lowered the daylight opening drip line, gave the beltline more rake and lowered and pulled out the sill to create a better relationship with the tires. The tire size also was increased an inch and the wheels were given a five-spoke design for an athletic feel. The wider roof adds interior head and shoulder room, and the lowered daylight opening helps achieve the new glass-to-body proportion. These design cues result in a Dodge minivan that trades the familiar elliptical shape for one that is contemporary and sheer, with a protective look and athletic stance. A modern look is created with a clean interior execution that adds even more functionality. Sleek pillars, clean interior lines and satin silver accents add to the feeling of spaciousness that was created by increasing the vehicle’s head and shoulder room. With 40 new or improved features over the previous generation, no detail was overlooked to create a vehicle that functions well for numerous lifestyles. Engineering The 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan offers three powertrains including a 4.0-liter V-6 engine with unsurpassed fuel economy, mated to a minivan-first six-speed transaxle that produces 251 hp (189 kW) at 6,000 rpm and 259 lb.-ft. (350 N•m) of torque at 4,100 rpm. The 4.0-liter engine has a fuel economy improvement of 17 city and 25 highway mpg for 2009. A best-in-class fuel economy is 17 city / 25 highway. A 3.3-liter Flex Fuel Vehicle (FFV) V-6 engine that may be fueled with E85 is mated to a four-speed transaxle that produces 175 hp (131 kW) at 5,000 rpm and 205 lb.-ft. (278 N•m) of torque at 4,000 rpm. A 3.8-liter V-6 engine mated to a six-speed transmission that produces 197 hp (147 kW) at 5,000 rpm and 230 lb.-ft. (312 N•m) of torque at 4,000 rpm rounds out the powertrain lineup. The six-speed transaxle’s higher numerical first gear launches the Dodge Grand Caravan more briskly than a four- or five-speed transaxle. It also provides smaller steps between ratios, which means the engine speed changes less with each shift, creating a smooth driving dynamic. High-strength and hot-stamped steel and improved structural body stiffness have reduced NVH, while the Grand Caravan’s aerodynamic design reduces wind noise. Additional acoustic treatments also have improved interior quietness. The twist-beam rear axle with coil springs and front-wheel-drive suspension architecture provides increasing stability and ride comfort, and prevents road noise and transmission harshness from entering the passenger compartment. A family-friendly interior full of innovation complements the fuel-efficient powertrains. Chrysler engineers developed two distinct seating systems: Chrysler’s industry-exclusive Stow ’n Go® seating and storage system and the Swivel ’n Go™ seating systems, both with underseat storage and an available one-touch power-folding third-row seat. Entertainment options are unmatched by competitors. With music, audio, movie and personalized picture display capability, uconnect tunes anchors the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan’s multimedia entertainment together with a 30-gigabyte hard drive for 6,700 songs, USB port, uconnect studios SIRIUS Satellite Radio, front-row movie playback (in Park as permitted by state regulations) and an audio input jack for any MP3 player audio playback. The uconnect gps adds even more capability to the uconnect tunes system with navigation, and real-time traffic monitoring. For the rear passengers, a minivan-first dual DVD system with third-row swivel monitor (available with Swivevl `n Go Seating) can play different media at the same time. With uconnect studios SIRIUS Backseat TV™ satellite streaming video and SIRIUS Satellite Radio, DVD player and dual A/V jacks with a 115-volt power inverter in the second row, there is something to keep everyone entertained. Halo lighting, second-row power windows, second- and third-row sunshades, Remote Start, a removable, rechargeable flashlight in the rear cargo area and a D-pillar-mounted power liftgate button are some family-friendly innovations also found in the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. Product Highlights The 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan continues to offer value, versatility and functionality with leading innovation in the minivan segment. With more than 40 new or improved features over the previous generation, Dodge Grand Caravan continues Chrysler’s 25-year leadership in the minivan segment New for 2009 and a minivan-first, the Blind Spot Monitoring System (BSM) warns the driver of unseen vehicles when changing lanes via an audible chime and a visible icon on outside mirrors The Rear Cross Path System (RCP) aids drivers any time the vehicle is in Reverse and warns the driver if any traffic is moving toward the vehicle via an audible chime and a visible icon on outside mirrors With its athletic, yet contemporary interior and exterior design, two different seating and storage options, new, more powerful drivetrain options and clever interior features, the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan has evolved to become a “family room on wheels” – a vehicle that offers the ultimate flexibility and utility for active lifestyles The Swivel ’n Go™ and Stow ’n Go® seating and storage systems are exclusive to Dodge and Chrysler minivans, offering great seating options without compromising the great in-floor storage space Swivel ’n Go is a unique seating and storage system that offers 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 the second- and third-row seats. The flexibility of the Swivel ’n Go system allows for a variety of configurations, including conversational seating without the table and just about any use with a table, from homework, to game playing, from meals on the go, to a home office on wheels Integrated child booster seats, that raise children in the adult-belted zone while increasing visibility, are available with the Swivel ’n Go seating system The Stow ’n Go seating and storage system is still an industry exclusive available only on Chrysler and Dodge minivans. These are the only minivans to offer fold-in-the-floor second-row seating (without the need to remove the seats) and fold-in-the-floor third-row seats A second-row bench seat with dual integrated child seats is available The 2009 Grand Caravan is a “family room on wheels” because of its fun features, practical comforts and pleasant driving experience Fun features including the Swivel ’n Go seating system, a nine-inch dual DVD system with swiveling third row that plays different media at the same time, uconnect studios SIRIUS Backseat TV™ and SIRIUS Satellite Radio, surround sound, uconnect gps with 30-gigabyte hard drive and navigation with real-time traffic monitoring, six LED pinpoint reading lamps, ambient halo lighting, a removable, sliding center console and removable flashlight in the tailgate give more options to families on the go Practical comfort features including the Stow ’n Go seating and storage system, heated first- and second-row cloth or leather seats, Remote Start, second- and third-row sunshades, personalized navigation backgrounds, Stain Repel Seat Fabric, an umbrella holder next to the driver’s seat, removable, dishwasher-safe cup holders, second-row power windows and third-row power-folding seats provide the comforts of home while on the road An available six-speed transmission, 17-inch 5-spoke aluminum wheels with sport-tuned suspension and a 4.0-liter V-6 engine option offer an enlivened driving experience (28L Package) Segment-first Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) and Rear Cross Path (RCP) accident-avoidance systems effectively add to the list of standard safety features available on the Dodge Grand Caravan. All-row side-curtain air bags and an Electronic Stability Program are among standard safety features on 2009 Chrysler and Dodge minivans. With innovations including a patented, energy-absorbing steering column, driver and passenger knee blocker, Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH), integrated booster seat, a rearview interior conversation mirror, available ParkSense® Rear Park Assist System(1) and ParkView™ Rear Back-up Camera, the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan ensures peace of mind when traveling (1) Denotes most stationary obstacles. As with all electronically controlled systems, care is advised. Model Lineup Dodge Grand Caravan SE Dodge Grand Caravan SXT 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan SE (Standard Features) · Front-wheel drive · 3.3-liter V6 OHV engine · 4-speed automatic transmission · Stow ’n Go® seating and storage system · Electronic Stability Program (ESP) · Four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes · 16-inch steel wheels and tires · Three-point lap and shoulder belts for all seating positions · Pretensioning and load-limiting driver and front-passenger seat retractors · Advance multi-stage front airbags · Supplemental side-curtain airbags in all rows · Brake Assist · AM/FM/CD MP3 radio · Upper and lower instrument panel storage bins · Stain Repel Seat Fabric · Low-back bucket seats · Easy-clean floor mats · Rearview day/night mirror · Sun screen glass · Power locks · Fixed second-row windows · Manual third-row vents · Power mirrors · Cruise control · Front air conditioning · Driver door umbrella holder · Highline door trim panels with map pocket · Interior assist handles · Removable floor console with four dishwasher-safe cup holders · Rear window defroster · Remote keyless entry with engine immobilizer · Auxiliary 12-volt power outlets in front and rear · Body-color bodyside moldings · Body-color exterior door handles · Black license plate brow · Black sill appliqué · Tire pressure monitoring with warning signal · Headlamps with off-time delay · 20-gallon fuel tank · Luxury steering wheel with tilt-steering column · Compact spare tire · Rear grocery bag hooks · Overhead front console · Conversation mirror with sunglass holder · Dual glove boxes Optional Features/Packages: · Roof rack · Engine block heater · Child booster seats (with available Swivel ’n Go™ seating) · Second-row bench seat with dual integrated child seats · uconnect tunes with 30-gigabyte hard drive and 6 speakers · Sunscreen glass · Power second-row windows and third-row vents · Entertainment Group I includes second-row nine-inch overhead DVD screen, video remote control, two wireless headphones, six speakers, 115-volt inverter and uconnect tunes entertainment system with uconnect studios SIRIUS Satellite Radio Popular Equipment Group I includes power sliding doors, power liftgate, Remote Start and power adjustable pedals Climate Control Group includes climate control for rear seats Swivel ’n Go Seating Group includes second-row quad chairs that swivel 180 degrees rearward to face third-row seats, removable storable table that installs between the second- and third-row seats, third-row fold-in-the-floor 60/40 bench seat 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT (Standard Features in addition to Grand Caravan SE) · Front-wheel drive · 3.8-liter V6 OHV engine (optional 4.0-liter SOHC engine – 28L Package) · 6-speed automatic transmission · 16-inch aluminum wheels (17-inch wheels with 4.0-liter engine – 28L Package) · Sport-tuned suspension (with 4.0-liter engine – 28L Package) · 8-way power driver’s seat · Driver’s manual lumbar support · 4-gauge Dodge IP cluster · Door trim panel with Black Olivev Messe accent trim · Instrument panel with Black Olivev Messe and Satin Silver accent trim · Power passenger and driver’s-side sliding doors with handle activation · Overhead console with storage bins · LED lighting with ambient halo light ring · Leather-wrapped steering-wheel with audio controls · Leather-wrapped shift knob · Sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors · Body-color heated exterior mirrors · White-face instrument cluster with tachometer · 115-volt power inverter · Black sill appliqué · HomeLink universal home security system transceiver · Fog lamps · Adjustable pedals · uconnect studios SIRIUS Satellite Radio Optional Features/Packages: · Engine block heater · Power liftgate · uconnect studios SIRIUS Backseat TV™ with Nickelodeon, Disney Channel and Cartoon Network Mobile · Child booster seats (with available Swivel ’n Go™ seating) · uconnect tunes with 30-gigabyte hard drive · uconnect gps with 30-gigabyte hard drive, navigation and real-time traffic monitoring · Sun roof · Heated front seats (cloth or leather) Entertainment Group II includes minivan-first second- and third-row nine-inch overhead DVD monitor (swiveling third-row monitor availabile with Swivel `n Go Seating), single CD/DVD player, two two-channel wireless headphones, switchable video remote control and uconnect studios SIRIUS Satellite Radio Family Value Group includes second- and third-row retractable sunshades, premium removable front sliding center console and Remote Start Trailer Tow Prep Group includes heavy-duty engine cooling, trailer-tow wiring, load-leveling and height control, engine oil cooler, heavy-duty transmission oil cooler, heavy-duty radiator Swivel ’n Go Seating Group includes second-row quad chairs that swivel 180 degrees rearward to face third-row seats, removable, storable table that installs between second- and third-row seats, third-row fold-in-the-floor 60/40 bench seat Premium Group includes rain-sensing wipers, automatic climate control, third-row power folding seat, uconnect phone with hands-free, voice-controlled communication that is Bluetoothcompatible, auto-dimming rearview mirror and Infinity® nine-premium speaker audio system with 506-watt amplifier and subwoofer Security Group includes Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Path, security alarm, uconnect phone that is Bluetooth compatible, rear auto-dimming mirror, ParkSense® Rear Park Assist System(2) Dodge Grand Caravan 25th Anniversary Edition includes Dark Slate Gray or Medium Shale interior combinations, a unique combination of Blackwood on the instrument panel and doors accent satin finishes, monotone Dark Slate Gray or Light Shale seats feature perforated leather with French-seamed seat stitching. Additional standard features include minivan-first Stow `N Go seating and storage system, heated first- and second-row seating, uconnect studios SIRIUS Satellite Radio and LED lighting with ambient halo light ring. Exterior equipment on the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan 25th Anniversary Edition includes: premium Inferno Red Crystal Pearl, Bright Silver Metallic or Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl paint, new sport-tuned suspension with unique 17-inch aluminum wheels featuring Mineral Gray painted pockets, chromed belt moldings, fog lamps, roof rack with cross bars and “25th Anniversary Edition” badging. (2) Denotes most stationary obstacles. As with all electronically controlled systems, care is advised Safety and Security More than 40 Safety and Security Features are available on Dodge Grand Caravan: · Advanced multi-stage air bags · All-speed Traction Control · Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) · Auto-reverse sun roof · Auto-reverse windows · Blind Spot Monitoring System (BSM) · Brake Assist · Brake/Park interlock · Child seat anchor system · Child-protection rear door locks · Constant Force Retractors (CFR) · Crumple zones · Digressive load-limiting seat belts · Door Alert · Electronic Stability Program (ESP) · Energy-absorbing steering column · Enhanced Accident Response System (EARS) · Head rests in all positions · Height-adjustable front seat belts · HomeLink universal home security system transceiver · Integrated child booster seats · Integrated child seats · Interior head-impact protection · Keyless ignition system · Knee bolsters · Occupant Resistant Controller (ORC) with roller sensor · ParkSense® RearPark Assist System · ParkView™ Rear Back-up Camera · Power-adjustable pedals · Power liftgate with obstacle detection · Power sliding passenger doors with obstacle detection · Rain-sensing wipers · Rear Cross Path System (RCP) · Rearview interior conversation mirror · Remote Keyless Entry · Remote start · Safety cage body structure · Seat-belt pretensioners · Sentry Key® engine immobilizer · Side impact door beams · Sliding door alert system · Supplemental side-curtain air bags · Three-point lap shoulder seatbelts · Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) uconnect phone Color Availability Deep Crimson Crystal (new) Melbourne Green Pearl Coat (new) Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat Modern Blue Pearl Coat Inferno Red Crystal Pearl Coat Bright Silver Metallic Stone White Light Sandstone Metallic Manufacturing Information 2009 model year production start: August 2008 (Windsor), August 2008 (St. Louis South) Production location: Windsor Assembly Plant in Windsor, Ontario, Canada, and St. Louis South Assembly Plant, Fenton, Mo. 4.0-liter SOHC V-6 engine: Trenton Engine Plant in Trenton, Mich. 3.8-liter V-6 Engine: Trenton Engine Plant in Trenton, Mich. 3.3-liter V-6 Engine: Trenton Engine Plant in Trenton, Mich. Four-speed automatic transmission: Kokomo Transmission Plant in Kokomo, Ind. Six-speed automatic transmission: Kokomo Transmission Plant in Kokomo, Ind. Market Position The minivan segment is a substantial part of the new-vehicle market and remains vibrant. As the originator of the modern minivan, Dodge has pioneered more innovations than any other brand with over 65 minivan-first features in the marketplace and has been the sales leader for the past 25 years. Within its sporty, contemporary package, the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan harnesses unmatched flexibility and value to be the best all-around vehicle for young families. No other minivan in the market offers the combination of versatility, functionality and clever features for the price than the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. Demographics Target: Married couples Median Age: 30-44 years old Median Annual Household Income: $70,000 Education: 60 percent college graduate Household: Married with two or more children under the age of 12 living at home Market Advantages · Unmatched Interior Flexibility o Only minivan to offer two distinct seating and storage systems, including the industry-exclusive Stow ’n Go® seating and storage system and the all-new Swivel ’n Go™ seating and storage system o Second-row bench seat with dual integrated child seats are convenient and easy to use · State-of-the-art Technology – Next Generation In-vehicle Entertainment o Minivan-first uconnect studios SIRIUS Backseat TV™ - Satellite Streaming Video with Nickelodeon, Disney Channel and Cartoon Network o Minivan-first nine-inch dual DVD entertainment system with available swiveling third-row monitor plays different media at the same time o uconnect gps with 30-gigabyte hard drive, navigation, real-time traffic monitoring and uconnect studios SIRIUS Satellite Radio o Premium sliding center console with multiple storage options slides rearward up to 21 inches · Powertrain and Driving Dynamics Three powertrain options including the 4.0-liter V-6 engine with sport-tuned suspension (28L Package) Reduced NVH Improved aerodynamics, ride and handling Improved brake feel and performance · Interior Ambience o Halo lighting and LED reading lamps create interior ambience and allow customers to see each other, play games or do homework when it’s dark outside o Thoughtful interior offers a place for everything PRODUCT CHRONOLOGY 2008 MODEL YEAR All-new fifth-generation long-wheelbase minivan with wider stance and distinctive “face of Dodge” front-end and grille Thirty-five new or improved features over the previous generation Three distinct seating and storage systems including Swivel ’n Go™ seating, offering second-row seats that swivel 180 degrees to face the third row with a removable table that installs between the two rows Stow ’n Go® second- and third-row in-floor folding seats along with one-touch power folding rear bench seats are exclusive to Chrysler and Dodge minivans Integrated child safety seats available with second-row bench Three engine and two transmission choices include the 3.3-liter Flex Fuel Vehicle (FFV) V-6 with four-speed automatic, 3.8-liter V-6 and the new 4.0-liter 24-valve V-6 engine with a minivan-first six-speed automatic transmission Removable front console that slides rearward 21 inches for passenger use in the second row Dual glove boxes (largest in the segment) and 13 cup and bottle holders, including new bottle holders molded into the passenger sliding door Mesh storage pockets on second-row quad seats, improved overhead console with integrated storage compartments and driver’s-side umbrella holder Eight-inch dual DVD entertainment system that can play different media at the same time with a 506-watt premium audio system with nine speakers and subwoofer available MyGIG® Multimedia Infotainment System with navigation and real-time traffic monitoring and ParkView™ Rear Back-up Camera SIRIUS Backseat TV™ satellite streaming video featuring Nickelodeon, Disney Channel and Cartoon Network mobile programming YES Essentials® stain-resistant, odor-resistant, anti-static seat fabric Improvements in backseat comfort include second-row power windows, second- and third-row retractable sunshades, first- and second-row heated seats (cloth or leather), ambient halo lighting, moveable LED pinpoint lights Available chromed signal mirrors, 115-volt inverter, removable flashlight in rear cargo area and Remote Start Standard 16-inch wheels, optional 17-inch wheels New exterior color offerings include Sunburst Orange Pearl Coat, Marathon Blue Pearl Coat, Light Sandstone Metallic, Modern Blue Pearl Coat, Bright Silver Metallic, Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat, Stone White Clear Coat and Inferno Red Crystal Pearl Coat 2007 Model Year Two new exterior colors include Modern Blue Pearl Coat and Marine Blue Pearl Coat 2006 MODEL Year New model lineup includes Dodge Caravan SE (short-wheelbase); Dodge Caravan SXT (short-wheelbase); Dodge Grand Caravan SE (long-wheelbase); and Dodge Grand Caravan SXT (long-wheelbase) Dodge Grand Caravan SXT Stow ’n Go® seating and storage system is standard Dodge Grand Caravan SE offers standard second-row intermediate bench seat with second-row covered storage bins and third-row 60/40 bench seat that fold into the floor. Stow ’n Go seating and storage system with second-row fold-in-the-floor low-back seats are optional CD/DVD changer modified to play any CD or DVD including MP3, DVD-audio, DVD-R and DVD-W—and includes “auto start” capability for DVD-audio and “easy start” feature for DVD-video BeltAlert, enhanced seat belt reminder system for driver Message in instrument cluster for unattached/loose fuel cap 2005 MODEL YEAR · Stow ’n Go seating and storage system with fold-into-the-floor second- and third-row seating standard on most Grand Caravan models · Overhead rail system with three moveable/removable storage bins, rear HVAC controls available on most Grand Caravan models · Front advanced multi-stage air bags with passenger-side Occupant Classification System (OCS) on Grand Caravan SE Plus and SXT · Driver-side inflatable knee blocker (inflates in conjunction with air bag deployment) · Three-row side-curtain air bags available (not available with power sun roof or Entertainment Group I) · Door Alert, sliding door open/light flash feature activates exterior hazard lamps when sliding doors are opened · ParkSense® Rear Park Assist System available on Grand Caravan SXT · New exterior colors: Magnesium Pearl Coat and Linen Gold Metallic · New interior colors: Dark Khaki/Light Graystone · SWB (short-wheelbase): Caravan SE, SXT · LWB (long-wheelbase): Grand Caravan SE, SE Plus, SXT—mid-year model lineup change: Grand Caravan SE, SXT · Freshened front grilles and fascias · BeltAlert driver’s seat belt reminder system · UConnect® Hands-free Communication System with Bluetooth wireless technology available · Factory-installed SIRIUS Satellite Radio available · Removable center console now offered on Caravan SXT · Entertainment Group I with rear video offered on Caravan · Navigation radio available on Grand Caravan SXT also includes six-disc CD/DVD changer · Grand Caravan SXT Premium Group split into two groups, adding new Leather Interior Group 2004 MODEL YEAR · New model lineup: Caravan SE and SXT; Grand Caravan SE, eX, SXT, SXT AWD; Caravan and Grand Caravan CV · New AM/FM radio with CD player standard sound system · New AM/FM radio with integrated six-disc CD changer · New exterior colors: Midnight Blue and Deep Molten Red · New interior colors: Khaki and Medium Slate Gray · New interior cloth trim: Vegas · New Grand Caravan Anniversary Edition (late availability) · New Popular Equipment Groups · Rear entertainment system included a six-disc in-dash DVD/CD changer 2003 MODEL YEAR · New key and key fob · eC model discontinued · Grand Caravan SE and Caravan SE are available with remote keyless entry and AM/FM stereo radio with cassette and CD player · Grand Caravan SE models offer three-zone manual air conditioning · eL adds 3.8-liter V-6 engine as optional · Sport—3.8-liter V-6 engine included with Grand Caravan Popular Equipment Package · Power liftgate, removable center console, Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), auto-dimming mirrors, roof rack and steering-wheel-mounted audio controls included on ES · New exterior colors: Satin Jade Pearl Coat, Butane Blue Pearl Coat and Brilliant Black Crystal · New exterior accent colors: Deep Gray and Deep Blue · Power adjustable pedals optional on all models (late availability) · Power sun roof optional on ES · Rear Seat DVD Entertainment System optional on Grand Caravan Sport, ES and eX · Six-disc CD changer replaces four-disc CD changer option on Sport and ES 2002 MODEL YEAR · Grand Caravan SE and eX models added · Four-speed automatic transaxle standard with 2.4-liter engine (October 2001 production) · 3.8-liter V-6 engine standard on ES · Grand Caravan ES front fascia with bright inserts · Front door-only power windows available SE · Rear-seat audio controls for AM/FM stereo radio with cassette, CD and wireless rear headphones available · Rear cargo organizer becomes factory option (2001 mid-year introduction) · Steering-wheel-mounted radio controls added to the power accessory delay feature on ES · New exterior colors: Onyx Green Pearl Coat and Light Almond Pearl Coat 2001 MODEL YEAR · Grand Caravan eX model added mid-year · Refined 3.3-liter and 3.8-liter V-6 engines · Four-wheel disc anti-lock brakes (ABS) available on front-wheel-drive models · Industry-first power liftgate available · Power-sliding doors and power-liftgate with industry-first opening-direction obstacle detection and industry-first in-door motors available · Completely redesigned interior: seats, trim panels, instrument panel and instrument cluster · Industry-first, removable center console with power outlet available · Industry-first, infrared-sensing, three-zone automatic temperature control air conditioning available · Industry-first, three-zone manual temperature control air conditioning available · Intermediate and rear seats include LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) · Driver and passenger multi-stage air bags · Supplemental side-impact air bags for front outboard occupants available · Security alarm system with Sentry Key® engine immobilizer available · Intermediate Quad Command seats available 2000 MODEL YEAR 3.8-liter engine with all-wheel drive meets Low Emission Vehicle (LEV) standards in Northeast Trading Region states 1999 MODEL YEAR New Grand Caravan ES model 3.8-liter engine with AutoStick® transaxle standard on ES 215/60R17 touring tires and 17-inch Crusader cast-aluminum wheels standard on ES ES and SXT appearance upgrade SE appearance upgrade LE, SE base and front appearance upgrade New premium leather seating available on LE and ES Next-generation driver-side air bag Child seat available with Quad-Command® seating Intermediate and rear-seat head restraints standard on all models 1998 MODEL YEAR Next-generation passenger-side air bag Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) 3.3-liter V-6 engine available in states that do not adopt California emissions regulations 1997 MODEL YEAR Low-speed traction control available Four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes with all-wheel drive Enhanced accident response system 1996 MODEL YEAR Completely redesigned body, chassis and interior 2.4-liter, DOHC, 16-valve SMPI V-6 engine What's New 2009 2009 What's New