Ford Transit Connect vs. Dodge Grand Caravan
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ford Transit Connect and Dodge Grand Caravan 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 Ford Transit Connect and the Dodge Grand Caravan.
In comparing the Ford Transit Connect's and the Dodge Grand Caravan's specifications and ratings, the Ford Transit Connect has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Dodge Grand Caravan has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford Transit Connect's and the Dodge Grand Caravan's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Grand Caravan is a better car than the Ford Transit Connect.
Pricing: A used 2020 Ford Transit Connect ranges from $15,990 to $29,998 while a used 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan is priced between $14,988 to $30,665.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Ford Transit Connect’s base engine makes 162 horsepower, and the Dodge Grand Caravan base engine makes 283 horsepower. The Transit Connect is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 427 miles. The Grand Caravan is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 500 miles.This gives the Ford Transit Connect the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Dodge Grand Caravan the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Dodge Grand Caravan has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more , and front shoulder room. The Ford Transit Connect has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: The Dodge Grand Caravan has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$24,275
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Minivans)
$27,611
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Minivans)
$23,080 - $34,045
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$27,530
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Minivans)
$27,611
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Minivans)
$23,080 - $34,045
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$22,901
Price Range:
$15,990 - $29,998
Category Avg Price:
(Minivans)
$25,080
Category Avg Price Range:
(Minivans)
$20,451 - $34,342
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
264
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
85,727
# Good or Great Deals:
103
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$20,579
Price Range:
$14,988 - $30,665
Category Avg Price:
(Minivans)
$25,080
Category Avg Price Range:
(Minivans)
$20,451 - $34,342
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
170
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
88,832
# Good or Great Deals:
87
Ford Transit Connect Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Dodge Grand Caravan Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Transit Connect
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Dodge Grand Caravan
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
7
Typical Category Recalls:
(Minivans)
2.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Minivans)
0.9 - 39.2
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Minivans)
2.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Minivans)
0.9 - 39.2
Ford Transit Connect Rankings
Not yet available
Dodge Grand Caravan Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 7Ranking
2 out of / 2Ranking
4 out of / 7Ranking
4 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 7Ranking
6 out of / 7Ranking
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7 out of / 7Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel
Ford Transit Connect Trim Levels
Titanium, XL, XLT
Dodge Grand Caravan Trim Levels
GT, SE, SE Plus, SXT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 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):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
162 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
144 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 27 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
379 / 427 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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
Standard/Optional Features
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Bench Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bluetooth:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
46.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
104.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
168.0 cubic feet
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, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
190.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3581 lbs
Width:
84.1 inches
Height:
72 inches
Length:
174.2 inches
Wheelbase:
104.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
215/55R16XL
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
225/65R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Agate Black / Shadow Black
Blue
Dark Blue
Red
Race Red
Silver
Silver
White
Frozen White
Gray
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Onyx Crystal Pearl Coat
Blue
Indigo Blue Clear Coat
Red
Octane Red Pearl Coat
Silver
Billet Clear Coat
White
White Knuckle Clear Coat
Gray
Granite Pearl Coat
Interior Colors
Black
Ebony / Ebony/Palazzo Grey
Interior Colors
Black
Black/Light Graystone
