Overview & Reviews

Available this year is a 3.8-liter V6 that puts out 180 horsepower and 240 foot-pounds of torque. And for convenience, Caravans come with rear-seat mounted grocery bag hooks, and driver's-side easy-entry Quad seating. All Chrysler products are equipped with "Next Generation" depowered airbags.

• Less than stellar reliability history.

User Reviews:

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  Contented - 1998 Dodge Caravan
  By Happy - October 14 - 2:00 am

  After buying my Caravan in 03 I did have to rebuild the starter solenoid, but other than that Ive had regular maintenance done on it, which of course is expected. New tires, brakes, radiator and transmission flushes filters etc. The only unexpected problem was with the serpentine belt, but I think the mechanic may have been the problem when I had to get a second one 14 mos. later. At that time I had to replace the tensioner which may have been the cause of the second serpentine. Ive been very happy with this car. No car is going to be problem free if you dont do regular maintenance. And Im still driving it and going to pass it on to my daughter.

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  very good van - 1998 Dodge Caravan
  By Buddy5960 - June 10 - 3:59 pm

  I bought this van used and i have had very minimal trouble with it.Very good van.

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  Great until 100,000 miles - 1998 Dodge Caravan
  By Deb - June 10 - 8:51 am

  Bought my van from a Dodge dealer used in 2001 with about 40,000 miles on the engine. Overall was a great vehicle, minimum break downs, did have problem keeping brakes, both time replaced still under warranty. Lucky me. Air conditioning also had to be repaired. At 106,000 miles on Christmas eve 2008 we lost our transmission on interstate 95, fully loaded with Christmas tree and gifts, on our way to my sisters in Boston. 70 miles from home, with my 12 year old daughter, and 10 below zero. Was not fun experience. $2600 to replace the transmission with a factory rebuilt engine. We decided to get out while the getting was good before this became a money pit. And purchased a new car.

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  Great Van - 1998 Dodge Caravan
  By Cheesecubs - June 16 - 10:52 pm

  Bought this van new in 1998 and have had no problems other than normal wear up to now. Had to put in a $50 front-end part and that is it. Greating driving van, easy in and out. Lots of flexible room.

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  Runs & runs - 1998 Dodge Caravan
  By Tugg53 - May 2 - 2:00 am

  I have driven this vehicle for 6 years with no problems for over 150,00km. I have it serviced regularly and I dont abuse it or drive it hard. I several times done 8.2 or better litres/100km app 26-27mpg US. It is a 5 passenger 4cylinder auto trans. I can cruise comfortably at 110km/hr. The only time there is any shortage of power is on mountain roads when I shift down she goes. Been a great vehicle so far.

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  Great Van - 1998 Dodge Caravan
  By rdot2112 - September 16 - 2:00 am

  I bought the van new in Jan. 1998 and it has been fantastic. Looks good, drives great! Other then gas and routine maintenance, Ive never had to put a dime in to it.

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  Wow what a great vehicle - 1998 Dodge Caravan
  By Its2Easy - January 8 - 2:00 am

  what can i say. dodge did a great job.

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  tHE BEST MINI VAN IN TOWN - 1998 Dodge Caravan
  By ARUN VERMA - July 17 - 2:00 am

  no PROBLEMS IN 4 YEARS WHAT ELSE DO YOU WANT

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  Great Family Car - 1998 Dodge Caravan
  By luvmycar - June 27 - 2:00 am

  My husband and I have had little troubles with this car. It has been a great family car. In fact we just bought another Dodge Caravan.