1997 Dodge Caravan Review
Introduction
The 1997 Caravan is manufactured in UNITED STATES for Dodge. It is Dodge's entry into the SPORTS VAN market. It has a retail price of $19,925 USD in 1997.
Caravan Dimensions
The 1997 Caravan has standard length of 186.30 inches and a width of 76.80 inches. The Caravan rides 68.50 inches off the ground, with a clearance of 5.40 inches. Front headroom is 39.90 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Caravan a radius of 37.80 inches. It uses 215/65R15 tires with a wheelbase of 113.30 inches.
Drivetrain
The Caravan comes standard with a 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive or 3-Speed Automatic transmission and is a front-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 3676 lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Drum.
Fuel Economy
The Caravan's standard 3.3L V6 OHV 12V engine has been measured to get 18 - 19 miles/gallon city driving using a 19.80 gallon tank. This is average for its class.
Pricing
The Caravan retails for $19,925 USD with a invoice price of $18,054 USD for the base model with no options. A normal delivery charge of USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Normal equipment usually includes Child Safety Door Locks, ABS Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Cruise Control. Caravan optional equipment may include Power Door Locks, Air Conditioning, CD Player, Leather Seat, Alloy Wheels.
Exterior color choices include with interior choices of . The Caravan seats 7 people with 40.60 inches front leg room.
Warranty
The basic warranty period is months or miles. It also comes with a month/ mile drivetrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer. It is necessary to refer to the dealer to confirm all warranties.
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