New 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan

Having a family just got a lot better with the 2009 Dodge Grand Minivan.  Ample power, cutting-edge technology and a wealth of flexible seating options make this minivan the one to beat.

The short-wheelbase Caravan model has been dropped for 2008, leaving only the Grand Caravan in two trims levels available – SE and SXT. The SE features a 3.3-liter, 175-horsepower Flex-Fuel V-6 engine and can be run on a E85 ethanol/gasoline blend. The 3.8-liter, 197-horsepower V-6 in SXT models provides ample torque for passing and highway cruising. The available 4.0-liter, 251-horsepower V-6 is one of the most powerful minivans on the market.

A variety of seating systems enhance the driving experience, including available Swivel ‘n Go® seating, which allows the second-row captain’s chairs to rotate 180 degrees to face the third row. Along with the removable table, it creates the ideal environment for conversation or board games. Available Stow ‘n Go® seating allows you to shift from a maximum 143.8 cubic feet of cargo space to seating for seven in a snap, with the ability to fold the chairs flat into the floor.  The Grand Caravan boasts the incredibly versatile UConnect® system that can fulfill your digital dreams through a 6.5-inch touch screen.  Turn your car into a Wi-Fi hotspot and connect laptops, phones, PSPs, PDAs and play online games, surf the internet and download music.  The 30 GB hard drive lets you upload and store up to 6,700 songs, tons of photos and play your iPod/MP3 player through the sound system.  Include Sirius Satellite Radio, turn-by-turn navigation and Bluetooth connectivity and you’ve just turned your car into the ultimate entertainment center.

The standard fully-independent suspension easily handles bumps and rough roads, while the standard Electronic Stability Program helps the driver maintain control during evasive maneuvers. For 2009, the Grand Caravan gets two segment-first safety options. One is a blind-spot monitoring system that notifies drivers of passing vehicles with icons in the side mirrors and a driver-selected audible chime. The other is a rear cross-path warning system that alerts the driver to oncoming traffic while backing out of a parking space. A comprehensive airbag package includes dual front airbags, an inflatable knee blocker for the driver, and supplemental side-curtain airbags to protect passengers in a collision. The available ParkView® Rear Back-up Camera provides a view in the navigation screen of what’s behind the vehicle. Advanced multistage dual front airbags and integrated side impact curtain airbags protect passengers in a collision and help attain a 5-star front- and side-impact crash test rating.

The 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is a dynamic, powerful, and capable minivan that offers a multitude of functionality to families of all sizes.