2018 Grand Caravan vs Honda Odyssey Cape May NJ

Features & Specs

2018 Dodge Grand Caravan

2018 Honda Odyssey

Navigation

Optional on Base Trim

Offered on Higher Trim Levels

Drivetrain

Front-Wheel Drive

Front-Wheel Drive

Engine Power

283 Horsepower

280 Horsepower

Fuel Capacity

20.0 gal.

19.5 gal.

2018 Dodge Grand Caravan vs 2018 Honda Odyssey near Ocean City, NJ

Are you looking for a minivan to take your family to and from practices and vacation adventures but have no idea which one is best for you? No worries! We?ve created this handy review to compare some of the segments best options: the 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan and the 2018 Honda Odyssey! Both of these minivans offer great features and a spacious cabin. The Grand Caravan comes with Stow ?n Go seating, superior exterior style, and an impressive V6 engine. The Odyssey is completely redesigned for the 2018 model year offering features like enhanced rear sliding doors and improved performance. Check out the rest of our review to find out which of these minivans wins the top spot in our hearts!

2018 Dodge Grand Caravan Power & Handling

Each 2018 Grand Caravan is powered by the same impressive engine. Underneath the hood, you?ll find the award-winning Pentastar engine trusted throughout not only the Dodge lineup but so many other Chrysler and Jeep vehicles too! This 3.6-liter V6 engine creates 260 pound-feet of torque and 283 horsepower and it matched to an automatic six-speed transmission. The EPA gives this minivan an estimated fuel economy of 25 mpg on the highway! When it comes to towing the Grand Caravan maxes out at 1,500 pounds. That?s enough to haul snowmobiles or a camper!

2018 Honda Odyssey Power & Handling

Each 2018 Odyssey is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces 262 pound-feet of torque and 280 horsepower. Honda pairs this engine with an automatic nine-speed transmission and front wheel drive. The Odyssey boasts a maximum towing rate of 3,000 pounds. When it comes to fuel economy, the EPA estimates that this engine can get up to 28 mpg on the highway.

2018 Dodge Grand Caravan Features & Design

There are four trim levels to look for when looking at 2018 Grand Caravan models: SE, SE Plus, SXT, and GT. Standard features include a 6.5-inch touchscreen, 17-inch steel wheels, auxiliary audio jack, heated mirrors, six-speaker sound system, remote locking and unlocking, full power accessories, tri-zone climate control, second-row bench seat, cruise control, conversation mirror, tilt/telescoping steering wheel with audio controls, and a rearview camera. There are tons of great features to be found in packages and on the higher trim levels for total customization.

2018 Honda Odyssey Features & Design

There are six trim levels available for the 2018 Honda Odyssey: LX, EX, EX-L, EX-L with Navi and RES, Touring, and Elite. Standard features include USB charging port, seven-speaker sound system, Bluetooth, five-inch central display screen, third-row seat with 60/40 split folding, power front seats, automatic climate control, a rearview camera, and 18-inch alloy wheels. There are no packages available for the 2018 Honda Odyssey, so you have no choice but to upgrade to a higher trim level for basic convenience features like tri-zone climate control.

Conclusions

Both of these minivans are great options but they just can?t compete when it comes to features that will keep you and your family connected, comfortable and entertained. The Odyssey does offer slightly better fuel economy and larger towing capacity but overall the Grand Caravan?s engine is more powerful (and it's award-winning!). Plus the Odyssey just can?t compete with the Grand Caravan?s list of standard features and the available packages make it way easier to create the perfect minivan for your family! Want to learn more about the 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan? Check out our full review linked below. You can also come visit us at the dealership or give our sales team a call.

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