Dodge Grand Caravan vs. Nissan Pathfinder
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Dodge Grand Caravan and Nissan Pathfinder contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Dodge Grand Caravan and the Nissan Pathfinder.
When comparing the Dodge Grand Caravan's and the Nissan Pathfinder's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Grand Caravan has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The Nissan Pathfinder has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Dodge Grand Caravan's and the Nissan Pathfinder's specifications and ratings, the Nissan Pathfinder is a better car than the Dodge Grand Caravan.
Pricing: A used 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan ranges from $9,995 to $26,995 while a used 2020 Nissan Pathfinder is priced between $14,250 to $26,995.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Dodge Grand Caravan loses 56.4 percent of its value and the Nissan Pathfinder loses 55.8 percent of its value. This means the Nissan Pathfinder retains 0.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Dodge Grand Caravan.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Dodge Grand Caravan is 7.3 out of 10 while the Nissan Pathfinder's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Dodge Grand Caravan being ranked 4 out of 7 Best Minivans and the Nissan Pathfinder being ranked 4 out of 34 Best SUVs with 3 Rows.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Dodge Grand Caravan is 7.5 out of 10. For the Nissan Pathfinder the reliability rating is 7.7 out of 10. This gives the Nissan Pathfinder a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Dodge Grand Caravan.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Dodge Grand Caravan’s base engine makes 283 horsepower, and the Nissan Pathfinder base engine makes 284 horsepower. The Grand Caravan is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 500 miles. The Pathfinder is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 527 miles. This gives the Nissan Pathfinder the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Dodge Grand Caravan. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Dodge Grand Caravan, a minivan, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Nissan Pathfinder, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room, rear head room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Nissan Pathfinder has higher safety ratings than the Dodge Grand Caravan, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
27530
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Minivans)
27611
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Minivans)
23080 - 34045
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
31980
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
30923
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
23675 - 36120
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
17172
Price Range:
9995 - 26995
Category Avg Price:
(Minivans)
20948
Category Avg Price Range:
(Minivans)
16706 - 32070
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
174
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
101196
# Good or Great Deals:
74
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
20136
Price Range:
14250 - 26995
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
24493
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
15956 - 37674
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
486
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
83171
# Good or Great Deals:
317
Dodge Grand Caravan Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
7.0 / 10
Nissan Pathfinder Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Dodge Grand Caravan
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
4.0
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Minivans)
4.9
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Minivans)
2.1 - 8.4
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.135
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Nissan Pathfinder
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
6.0
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
6.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
3.1 - 11.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.21
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9236950487649533
Typical Category Recalls:
(Minivans)
2.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Minivans)
0.9 - 28.0
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9603942814327975
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
4.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.0 - 35.5
Dodge Grand Caravan Rankings
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66 out of / 67Summary Review
The Dodge Grand Caravan was the Dodge version of the Chrysler Town and Country. Both vehicles shared nearly all aspects of their construction.
Summary Review
The three-row Nissan Pathfinder was redesigned for the 2022 model year. The new model features a more boxy facade, additional standard safety features, a new nine-speed automatic transmission, and a more premium interior that can now seat up to eight passengers. This much-needed makeover of the aging Pathfinder, after nearly a decade, will better position the midsize SUV in this competitive segment.
Pros and Cons
- Large numbers available used
- Attractive price point
- Surprisingly high reliability ratings (higher than company average)
- No longer sold new
- Poor crash test rating on important IIHS safety test
Pros and Cons
- “Right-sized” for this three-row segment (not huge, but certainly not small)
- Selectable modes to optimize optional AWD system
- Impressive suite of standard safety features
- Intuitive touchscreen infotainment system
- No green (hybrid/electric) version available
- Handling can be lackluster
Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Dodge Grand Caravan Trim Levels
GT, SE, SE Plus, SXT
Nissan Pathfinder Trim Levels
Platinum, S, SL, SV
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
283 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
284 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
259 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 25 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
340 / 500 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 27 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
390 / 527 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Captain's seat:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
63.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.7 inches
Cargo Space:
31.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
140.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
78.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
190.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
60.4 inches
Cargo Space:
16.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
79.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
78.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
154 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4510 lbs
Width:
88.5 inches
Height:
69 inches
Length:
203.7 inches
Wheelbase:
121.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4287 lbs
Width:
77.3 inches
Height:
70.6 inches
Length:
198.5 inches
Wheelbase:
114.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
225/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Onyx Crystal Pearl Coat
Blue
Indigo Blue Clear Coat
Gray
Granite Pearl Coat
Red
Octane Red Pearl Coat
Silver
Billet Clear Coat
White
White Knuckle Clear Coat
Exterior Colors
Black
Magnetic Black Pearl
Blue
Caspian Blue Metallic
Gray
Gun Metallic
Red
Not available
Silver
Brilliant Silver Metallic
White
Glacier White
Interior Colors
Black
Black/Light Graystone
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal
