Although it's been overshadowed by the SUV as the symbol for family transport in third-millennium America, large numbers of families still opt for the arguably more functional minivan. Chrysler is widely credited with inventing the modern minivan and is now the only domestic manufacturer left in the game, as GM and Ford have effectively replaced their slow-selling minivans with three-row crossover SUVs. For the 2009 model year, the Dodge Grand Caravan and its slightly ritzier Chrysler Town & Country sibling, arrive with attractive seating and entertainment options to compete with the remaining minivans from Honda, Nissan, Toyota, Hyundai and Kia.
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why ads?By bob (Van Buren, AR) on Saturday, January 23, 2010
overall rating 3 of 5rating details
"I would not buy this van again. It's my 2nd Caravan and has been more trouble than the blue Book Value. I have spent more time at the Dodge dealer getting it worked on than any car I've ever owned. Pass on all the computer gadgets. They can't even fix the carpet. The computer is always offline causing the side doors to be difficult to close. The phone device is not working correctly now. The back seat starts moving back during long trips. On...and...on...I'll stop now."
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By hany (Council Bluffs Ia) on Tuesday, July 08, 2008
overall rating 4 of 5rating details
"I bought the 2008 caravan 2 months ago and have about 2500 miles on it. I do like it except the fuel mileage is not as good as stated I'm getting about 12 mpg city so not to happy with that. Also the side doors do not always open and close like there suppose to but that is easily solved by just doing the old fashioned way with your hand. so after 2000 miles I am still happy with it and would recomend unless fuel mileage is a top concern."
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By jj (AR) on Tuesday, October 04, 2011
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 37,000
overall rating 4 of 5rating detailsPros: "Good value, good mileage, easy to drive, quite roomy for a minivan"
Cons: "The front brakes wear out at short intervals. I've replaced them three times in 35,000 miles."
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9
"Except for the front brakes which have to be replaced every 10,000 miles. There nust be a defect there, but Dodge hasn't owned up to it."
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