• The Dodge Grand Caravan, which was introduced in 1983 as a 1984 model, according to AllPar, has been a pioneer in minivan manufacturing since its inception. With the 2010 model ranging in cost from $22,800 to $28,735, according to Automotive, and a number of premium safety, interior and engine specifications, the Dodge Grand Caravan remains an economical and intelligent option.
  
  

Safety Specifications

• The Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with an anti-lock brake system, a brake assist system and electronic traction control. In addition, the minivan comes with standard side airbags, passenger airbags and driver airbags, and all three rows have side curtain airbags. The immobilizer system keeps your car from being stolen -- the car will not start unless the key is in the car and in the ignition -- and a theft deterrent system is also a standard specification. Add in rear windshield wipers, heated outside mirrors and rear window defrosters for visibility, and you have a minivan with five-star crash ratings across the board (front occupant, driver's side, rear occupant and passenger's side), according to Automotive.
  
  

Interior Specifications

• The Dodge Grand Caravan features 39.8 inches of headroom, 39.2 inches of rear headroom, 64.8 inches of front legroom and 40.6 inches of rear legroom. The minivan is stocked with numerous power options such as power steering, power windows and locks with one touch; delayed courtesy lights are also available. The Dodge Grand Caravan comes with standard air-conditioning , front seat center armrest, two height-adjustable head restraints in the front and the back, and headlight controls. The service interval indicator alerts you when your car requires service, and the driver and passenger vanity mirrors are an additional standard specification.
  
  

Engine & Sound Specifications

• The Dodge Grand Caravan features a 3.3-liter V6 engine which offers 175 horsepower, and a multi-function injection fuel system. Estimated fuel consumption specifications are 12 miles per gallon in the city and 17 miles per gallon on the highway. Fuel specifications call for E85 unleaded gas. Within the minivan is a RDS audio system with AM/FM radio and a CD player that reads MP3s, and the sound is conveyed through two internal speakers.