The minivan made its debut in the 1980s as a pioneering safety-centered family car with plenty of seating. The 2015 Dodge Caravan and the 2015 Honda Odyssey are two prime examples of the modern minivans harrowing evolution. Family voyagers in Burlington and Chittenden County interested in a people mover with impressive comfort, storage and entertainment will enjoy getting to know how these two 2015 models compare.
Not Your Run-of-the-Mill Minivan
The six models that make up the Dodge Caravan family make it easy to find the one that fits yours. The Dodge Caravan has been through three decades of remodeling and updates to reach its most recent polished 2015 version. The '15's standard 3.6 liter Pentastar V6 engine adds big power to this versatile minivan. The Caravan's available 283 horsepower and responsive steering prove that the kids aren't the only ones allowed to have fun.
The 2015 Honda Odyssey has five body trims. Its standard V6 engine has a bit less power when compared to the Caravan's under-the-hood pep, but still supplies strong acceleration.
When it comes to fuel economy, the Honda Odyssey achieves a compelling EPA-estimated 19 / 28 mpg city / highway split. Though the 2015 Caravan trails behind these estimates a bit at 17 mpg city and 25 mpg highway, the extra engine gallops are a tradeoff for a few less miles per gallon.
At a starting MSRP of $21,795, the 2015 Dodge Caravan is a stellar value for the modern minivan market. The Honda Odyssey's base price tag of $28,975 feels steep compared to the Caravan's killer deal.
Road Trippers Rejoice
As 2015 minivans, the Dodge Caravan and the Honda Odyssey are built to haul it all: up to seven people, plenty of cargo and happy memories. The two vans share soft-surface interiors with cushioned cloth seating and offer integrated tech conveniences like Bluetooth, USB connection and touchscreen navigation systems.
The Dodge Caravan takes family entertainment to the next level offers the first Blu-Ray only dual-screen system in a minivan. The Caravan's illuminated cup holders keep beverages conveniently within reach even during late night travel. A standard up-front observation panel helps drivers monitor little ones in the back seat realm.
The 2015 Honda Odyssey offers an available built-in cooler and a handy vacuum built right into the van for messy snackers. The Odyssey's DVD entertainment system folds out from the center roofline and can simultaneously play two different programs across the elongated screen.
Cargo Convenience
The Dodge Caravan's Stow N' Go seating allows second and third row seats to fold flat in as fast as it takes the kids to call "Mom!" for 144 cubic feet of precious cargo area. Each of the Caravans seven seats folds individually for countless combinations of comfy passengers and ride-along cargo.
In comparison to the Caravan's car capabilities, the Odyssey's seem to miss the mark. Though the Odyssey offers a spacious cargo areas of 149 cubic feet, it lacks the ease and ingenuity Stow N' Go provides. Since the Odysseys heavy second row seats have to be removed from the vehicle in order to take advantage of the available space, the cargo area becomes more of an imposition than a convenience.
Safety That Says it All
The 2015 Dodge Caravan earned a 5-star rating from the NHTSA for slide crash safety and the 2015 Honda Odyssey was named a Top Safety Pick by the IIHS. Standard features across these two vans give you peace of mind from comprehensive airbag systems to stability and traction control, brake assist and daytime running lights.
When you pit the 2015 Dodge Caravan against the 2015 Honda Odyssey, choosing the family mover that will work best for yours can be tough. From its spunky engine to the Stow N' Go advantage, drivers in Burlington and Chittenden County will find that the Dodge Caravan's incredible versatility make it a highly-adaptable vehicle ready to take on life's challenges.
Schedule a test drive of the 2015 Dodge Caravan with your local Goss Chrysler Dodge Ram today!