The Dodge Grand Caravan Returns For One More Year:

The Dodge Grand Caravan Returns For One More Year:
The #1 Selling Minivan In The U.S. & Canada Isn't Out Yet...

Still the number one selling minivan, the aging Dodge Grand Caravan returns for one more year to the Dodge lineup. Dodge’s number one selling vehicle isn’t going out without a fight. It still outsells it’s much younger sibling the Chrysler Pacifica while maintaining the title of the best-valued minivan in the U.S. and Canada.

The Dodge Grand Caravan continues its tradition of offering customers style, versatility and added features at an outstanding value. Since FCA US LLC invented the minivan segment 35 years ago, the innovative Grand Caravan has introduced nearly 80 segment firsts, including ParkView rear backup camera, Stow ‘n Place roof rack, and selectable fuel economizer mode. One innovation that continues is the Grand Caravan’s industry-exclusive Super Stow ‘n Go seating, which can be easily operated with one hand, allowing users to convert from carrying seven to hauling cargo in a matter of seconds. The Grand Caravan is equipped with more than 55 available safety, security and technology features.

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https://moparinsiders.com/the-dodge-grand-caravan-returns-for-one-more-year/

 

[BobbiBigWheels]

Are we sure it's just one more year?

After the update to the air bags I thought that Grand Caravan had another 3 years honestly... especially in Canada.

 

[redriderbob]

"It's easy to forget that the Dodge Grand Caravan still exists in the shadow of the Chrysler Pacifica, despite both minivans scoring well in J.D. Power's Initial Quality Ratings. Despite earlier rumors that the Grand Caravan would disappear after this year, Automotive News has confirmed that we will still get the Dodge at least through mid-2019. But production for the U.S. will stop for several months later this year to update the side curtain airbag system for compliance with new regulations. Originally Dodge planned to drop the Grand Caravan rather than bring it into compliance, but they seem to have changed their mind on that decision.

There is nothing wrong with the Grand Caravan's current side curtain airbags. The change is necessary to meet new federal regulations that require more window coverage, and for the airbags to remain inflated longer, to help prevent occupants from being ejected from the vehicle. Unifor Local 444 President Dino Chiodo, who represents workers at FCA's Windsor assembly plant, told Automotive News that production of Grand Caravans will not stop altogether this summer. Grand Caravans will continue to be assembled and shipped without any engineering changes to dealers in Canada and Mexico through the fall. When the design changes are ready for production, they will be implemented in all Grand Caravans for all markets.

Why does FCA keep selling the Grand Caravan when all eyes are on the Pacifica? Dreams of the Challenger SRT Demon aside, the Grand Caravan is actually Dodge's best-selling vehicle, with more than 60% of these being fleet sales. This helps the Pacifica hold its value better, as well as providing a more affordable minivan option for people or fleets who don't want to pay a premium for the more upscale Pacifica.


The Dodge Caravan is the car that saved Chrysler's bacon in the 1980s and invented a whole new type of vehicle. While the marketplace tends to shun minivans today, they're still immensely useful and practical. Though the original short-wheelbase Caravan is no longer available, it's good to see that the long-wheelbase Grand Caravan will continue on for at least another couple of years."

http://www.thedrive.com/sheetmetal/...an-continues-through-2019-but-delayed-for-u-s

 

[BobbiBigWheels]

"It's easy to forget that the Dodge Grand Caravan still exists in the shadow of the Chrysler Pacifica, despite both minivans scoring well in J.D. Power's Initial Quality Ratings. Despite earlier rumors that the Grand Caravan would disappear after this year, Automotive News has confirmed that we will still get the Dodge at least through mid-2019. But production for the U.S. will stop for several months later this year to update the side curtain airbag system for compliance with new regulations. Originally Dodge planned to drop the Grand Caravan rather than bring it into compliance, but they seem to have changed their mind on that decision.

There is nothing wrong with the Grand Caravan's current side curtain airbags. The change is necessary to meet new federal regulations that require more window coverage, and for the airbags to remain inflated longer, to help prevent occupants from being ejected from the vehicle. Unifor Local 444 President Dino Chiodo, who represents workers at FCA's Windsor assembly plant, told Automotive News that production of Grand Caravans will not stop altogether this summer. Grand Caravans will continue to be assembled and shipped without any engineering changes to dealers in Canada and Mexico through the fall. When the design changes are ready for production, they will be implemented in all Grand Caravans for all markets.

Why does FCA keep selling the Grand Caravan when all eyes are on the Pacifica? Dreams of the Challenger SRT Demon aside, the Grand Caravan is actually Dodge's best-selling vehicle, with more than 60% of these being fleet sales. This helps the Pacifica hold its value better, as well as providing a more affordable minivan option for people or fleets who don't want to pay a premium for the more upscale Pacifica.


The Dodge Caravan is the car that saved Chrysler's bacon in the 1980s and invented a whole new type of vehicle. While the marketplace tends to shun minivans today, they're still immensely useful and practical. Though the original short-wheelbase Caravan is no longer available, it's good to see that the long-wheelbase Grand Caravan will continue on for at least another couple of years."

http://www.thedrive.com/sheetmetal/...an-continues-through-2019-but-delayed-for-u-s

So we aren't sure if it's one more year? Haha

 

[redriderbob]

So we aren't sure if it's one more year? Haha

Nope. It will be the last year along with Journey.

 

[BobbiBigWheels]

Nope. It will be the last year along with Journey.

Looking forward to more rebates on Pacifica so we can begin to move the needle on them. Currently a CVP Grand Caravan is $23,998 CAD, SXT starting at $29,998 CAD. An "L" Pacifica (CVP) is still $34,000 CAD and not attractive to Canadian buyers. Hoping to see the Pacifica "L" starting at $24-25k CAD once the Grand Caravan is axed.

 

[UN4GTBL]

Looking forward to more rebates on Pacifica so we can begin to move the needle on them. Currently a CVP Grand Caravan is $23,998 CAD, SXT starting at $29,998 CAD. An "L" Pacifica (CVP) is still $34,000 CAD and not attractive to Canadian buyers. Hoping to see the Pacifica "L" starting at $24-25k CAD once the Grand Caravan is axed.

My mom and I were actually having a discussion about this last night, as my uncle was looking at minivans (before buying a Santa Fe apparently )

My parents have a 2011 Caravan, and it's served them well so far. Being snowbirds, it's the perfect vehicle for them to take a full van of stuff down south, and then have a 7 seater minivan once they've reached down south.