Overview & Reviews

After a one year hiatus, all-wheel drive returns to the lineup, available on SE and LE models. Traction control is newly available, and an enhanced accident response system will automatically unlock the doors and illuminate the interior when an airbag deployment is detected. A Sport decor group is newly available on Grand Caravan SE.

• Not the most reliable vehicle on the road.

User Reviews:

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  97 Dodge Caravan Sport--Great Van - 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan
  By dthueson - September 7 - 10:00 am

  I have had excellent service with this car. Have only had a few minor problems. Mechanically has been sound.

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  Worst Vehicle - 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan
  By GPTX - June 24 - 2:00 am

  The worst car I ever bought. Within a year , I have spent more on repair of electronic and mechanical problems. I cant imagine this being a best selling minivan with all these defects and poor quality. It may look good externally but the interior (engines and electronics) are, by far, the worst design in the history of the automotive industry. VERY POOR QUALITY!!!

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  Good People Carrying Van - 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan
  By David - April 23 - 8:10 am

  Weve just traded in our 97 Caravan for a smaller car, since gas prices has gone up the roof ! But it was a blast to drive. Power was not a problem on city or highway, and quite comfortable for all three rows of seats. Wished the headlights were brighter at night, but theyve already addressed this issue on later models. I liked the removable seats instead of fold-down ones, it helps with gas mileage if youre not using the 3rd row often, and the 3rd row bench can be slided to the middle, making it a 5-seater van with plenty of cargo space.

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  Long time fan - 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan
  By urbanrob - January 5 - 2:10 am

  This is my third Dodge Caravan and the best of them. Ive been driving this 1997 for 80k+ miles and I keep it in good condition with regular maintenance. The steering rack is the only major part that needed replacing. With 4 kids and a lot of very local driving, this is perfect for mom. The car is spacious, comfortable and easy to drive. Mine is AWD, which brings additional comfort in traction during wet or snowy weather. Very happy with it.

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  The Best Vehicle for Families - 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan
  By iamheumann - September 20 - 8:53 pm

  A great buy for families. Our children have grown up and we no longer would need a van, but it was the best when we purchased it in 1997. Interior room and features were great. I still like its exterior style and shape. Engine quality could have been better...too many repairs and problems over the years. "Old Blue" is almost retired, but we now rent newer model Grand Caravans when we take long trips and still enjoy the experience.

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  Id buy another one! - 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan
  By Ron Irwin - August 23 - 2:00 am

  I bought my Grand Caravan ES AWD by ordering it from the factory. Its really cool seeing the "This car built especially for ..." on the sticker. After 131,000 mostly repair-free miles, Im sold on this cars extremely comfortable long-haul ride. I was going to buy an Explorer, but am very satisfied with the vans much better ride and handling. The all-wheel drive is a must for high country driving on ice and snow, as long as youve got the studded snow tire traction. Ill buy another one, but not until I hit 200,000 miles with this one, hopefully!

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  Worst experience - 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan
  By findlj - August 18 - 10:00 am

  Worst car Ive ever owned. Dealer would not back the warrenty. Contacted Chrylser customer support and they ended up backing the dealer. I ended up with a new van with a "bumper to bumper" warrenty that the company would not back up. I found it easier to sell the van, rather than fight with Chrysler and the dealer. Thank you Chrysler, I took your advice and bought a different van and was treated very nicely by the GM corporation and dealerships. American Honda has been very good to me, as well. Youre right, there are other cars out there.

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  Best used car ever - 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan
  By Ronj - July 31 - 2:00 am

  This car gives a great ride and is great on gas I have the tow package and it pulles my trailer very well, I have the big V6. It is a fun car to drive and I look forward to shopping for a new one.

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  mine - 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan
  By bry521125 - May 13 - 10:00 am

  new tranny @50k much too soon! Rides very nice on highway and in city. Plenty of room for our family and for weekend trips.

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  Read reviews before you buy a vehicle - 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan
  By spidey - January 6 - 10:00 am

  We have had nothing but problems with this van. On the drive home, the van would lose power and then a second later start going again. We didnt think anything of it until smoke poured out of the hood when the a/c compressor locked up. We have 3 brake jobs on the van, air compressor, serpentine belt, tune-up, fuel filter, rear drive shaft, tie-rods, sway bar bushings, sway bar, front struts...is that all....and at the moment the van is in the garage having a bearing replaced somewhere in the drive train. The mechanic also said the boots on the rear drive shaft are torn already! This vehicle has sucked us dry to the tune of $5k.