Dodge Caravan

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The 2007 Dodge Caravan is available with a short wheelbase (Caravan) and a long wheelbase (Grand Caravan). Within each length, there are two levels of equipment, SE and SXT, though these don't match between the two lengths as long wheelbase vans come with additional standard equipment.

Short wheelbase Caravan SE styles come with a 2.4L four-cylinder engine with 150 horsepower and 165 lb-ft of torque, matched with a four-speed automatic transmission. The Caravan SE ranks as the most fuel-efficient minivan model, with EPA ratings of 20 city, 26 highway.

Air conditioning and a CD stereo are among the standard features on the SE, along with three rows of seating, including a roll-out third row. Short wheelbase SXT models add a 3.3L V6 with 170 horsepower and 200 lb-ft of torque, along with many popular convenience features such as dual-zone climate control; power windows, locks, and heated mirrors; cruise control; tilt steering; and a 60/40-split third-row bench seat.

Long wheelbase Grand Caravan SE styles add standard four-wheel anti-lock brakes (optional on Caravan), storage bins at the second row of seating, and a fold-into-the-floor third row, while the Grand Caravan SXT has a 200-horsepower, 235-lb-ft 3.8L V6 and the most standard luxury appointments, including dual heated mirrors, fog lamps, steering-wheel audio controls, an overhead console, power sliding doors, and three-zone climate control. This model also has the so-called Stow 'n Go system has second-row bucket seats that fold into the floor, and a third-row 60/40-split bench seat can either fold into the floor or face rearward for tailgate picnicking.

Major options on the SXT include an eight-speaker Infinity Acoustic audio system, a navigation system, a ParkSense rear backup system, a power liftgate, and trailer-tow package. Supplemental three-row side-curtain air bags are optional on all models.