2001 Dodge Caravan Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
17 -18 City / 23 -24 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
180 -215
Seats
2 -7
Front angle view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Jessica M
My Dodge is handicap accessible. It gets me and my wheelchair where I need to go. It looks cool. I don't like that the ramp doesn't work consistently.
That accessible vans don't have to look bad. The modifications can look like they were always meant to be there.
accountCircle Jill D
That it is a truck and it is what I need.
I love how much I can haul - people and stuff! This has been an awesome vehicle.... I wish I had keyless remote entry..
accountCircle Bryan H
The most important thing to know about my Caravan is that it is very reliable.
I have owned my van for 16 years. In that time it has suffered two broken serpentine belts with no other breakdowns. It is roomy, adequately powerful, and quiet. My only complaint is that it does not get as good of fuel economy as I would like and the tires seem to wear out faster than they should. All in all, it has been the best vehicle I have ever owned.
accountCircle Jeff B
Dodge caravan good reliable van.
Its is a good reliable van for families. Its starts run and has even been out of state on road trips. It's a good vehicle and does not give me many problems. I love it and I have owned it for many years. It gets me to work and my children to school. Really great automobile.
accountCircle Krystal H
Comfortable, safe and great family van.
It is very spacious and comfortable. The seats can be taken out which is great for trips or needing to haul something. It rides really nice and smooth. A door on both sides makes it easy to get in and out. Nice amount of cup holders but could use a few more. Would be even better if backseat windows on doors opened. Would also be better if there were more vents to push through the a/c and heat.
accountCircle Margaret D
It works like a truck! Our car has run for many miles (300,000) and has been a great car for us with no extras, like cruise control and power windows.
We use this vehicle more like a truck - hauling lots of stuff and volunteering with the St. Vincent de Paul Dining Hall. It has almost 300,000 miles on it and still running fairly well. We pray over it to make it keep running. A very basic van with even roll-up windows and no cruise control. Love it!
accountCircle catrine D
It's driven many different bands through many different states for many years.
I love my vehicle. It has reliably gotten me from point a to point b for many years. Many trips across the country and through canada.
accountCircle Jessie G
All the seats in the back can be hidden to give you more space.
I love my van! It has stow away seats, so if you need more space you can put the all the back seats inside the floor. It's very comfortable and spacious.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Mary B
The outside of the van is in good condition but inside and the doors are falling apart and I hate the van, can't wait to get a new vehicle.
The AC went out in our van two months after we bought it, and then the fabric on the roof started to droop, and basically everything in the van is falling apart.
accountCircle Christina P
If not kept up you will be putting quite a few dollars in parts on this type of vehicle.
I like the roominess but I do not like several things about it. I do not like it is a bench seat instead of bucket seats. Also do not like that parts continue going out. Also I do like the gas mileage.
accountCircle Hannah S
No CD player or USB port!
I like the room in the van and that the seats are uncomfortable. I don't like the gas mileage and the fact that it doesn't have a CD player or USB drive.
accountCircle Ethan A
It is a very reliable vehicle. It always gets me from point a to point b.
There are a lot of miles on it. It doesn't have working AC either. It is pretty reliable though.
accountCircle Anthony D
It is a rusty old car. Falling apart slowly due age of car.
Rust bucket. Poorly kept up by my grandmother. Great driving though.
accountCircle Kathy L
Needs some engine work, i get a low engine oil sensor light when i make a right turn.
I like the space in the van. I like how it drives. Needs body work done of it because of some rust.
accountCircle Michele A
It gets me from point A to point B. It has a lot of miles on it and has been very dependable.
It is very old and doesn't look very pretty. It has a lot if miles on it and some minor cosmetic issues.
accountCircle Salem L
Has lots of seating space, comfortable for long drives, good on gas.
The thing I like about it is its roomy, has space, comfortable, good on gas. It has good features good radio, safe, the thing I do not like is that it do not have enough chip holders, AUX cord, charger plugs are to closed on the driver side and not in the middle.

Dodge Caravan Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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SE
180 HP 21-21 MPG 2-7 Seats
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EX
215 HP 21-21 MPG 2-7 Seats
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Sport
215 HP 20-20 MPG 2-7 Seats
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215 HP 20-20 MPG 2-7 Seats
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2001 Dodge Caravan Owner Reviews

3.94
83 Reviews
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5 stars 40%
4 stars 28%
3 stars 20%
2 stars 11%
1 star 1%
accountCircle Jill D on March 25, 2021
It can easily transport lots of people and things.
I love that it is paid for. It can haul quite a few people and quite a bit of cargo. Last week, the fan broke on the A/C, so it is quite hot to drive until I can get it into the shop to be fixed. Otherwise - I love my car.
accountCircle Becky L on March 23, 2021
I love driving a van as it is more comfortable than any car I've ridden in.
The only problems I've had it with the power windows. They are worn out due to age of my van. I love driving my van as it is easier to get in and out of it. I love that it sits higher off the ground and has more leg room as well as room to transport things.
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Ranks #5 Minivans by Owners

The 2001 Dodge Caravan has an average owner rating of 3.94 out of 5 which ranks it #5 of 8 other Minivans.

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2001 Toyota Sienna
4.3
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2001 Honda Odyssey
4.23
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2001 Dodge Caravan
3.94

Ranks #3 Minivans by Fuel Economy

The 2001 Dodge Caravan has a combined MPG of 25 which ranks it #3 of 8 other Minivans.

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2001 Chevrolet Venture
26 MPG
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2001 Honda Odyssey
25 MPG
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2001 Dodge Caravan
24 MPG

Is The 2001 Dodge Caravan A Good Car?

Yes. Mine has high mileage and is still running well. Very roomy. All around good quality. I'd definitely recommend this vehicle.
Patrick D.
It still gets me back and forth, so I think it is. No heat no air, no radio, only two windows work.
portia D.

How Reliable Is The 2001 Dodge Caravan?

Very reliable. I bought it used and I drive it a lot. Recently it needed sparks and plugs. But nothing abnormal.
John J.
No heat No air no radio, only two of the windows work. Speedometer is a constant five miles per hour fast.
Karen F.
The biggest problems are the rattle noise the ramp makes while driving. The other problem is that the side door sometimes opens and instead of letting the ramp unfold, it isn't closed up again.
Jessica L.

Is The 2001 Dodge Caravan A Good Value?

I bought mine used for $1,500.00. It had a good bit of miles on it but I feel like I got a great deal.
Yvonne M.
Around 1250 dollars, if you are broke yea. It is better than walking or riding a bike of having to share a ride.
Alexandra G.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2001 Dodge Caravan 3.3 Oil type?

Answer: The 2001 Dodge Caravan'S3.3 liter 6-cylinder engine is equipped with 5 US quarts of 5W-30 with a filter. Oil and filter changes should be scheduled every 7,500-10,000 miles or 12 months if using fully synthetic...
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Safety & Reliability

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NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

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Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Not Rated

Roof Strength

Not Rated

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated
*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety