2010 Dodge Grand Caravan Cargo Van-Efficient Transportation Solution for Business and Commercial Needs
09/01/2009
Dodge
With its spacious interior, commercial-grade cargo suspension, and minivan-first dual-sliding doors and flat-load floor, Dodge Grand Caravan C/V offers an efficient, versatile and quality-proven solution for an array of business needs.
With more than 25 years of minivan engineering and as the inventor of the first minivan-based cargo van, Dodge understands the versatility needs for both small and large businesses. Dodge Grand Caravan C/V utilizes the convenience features and city-friendly dimensions that have made the family-friendly Grand Caravan a segment leader, while maximizing on its cargo, convenience and capability attributes.
Best-in-class aerodynamics and a 3.3-liter V-6 Flex-Fuel (E85) capable engine provide the 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan C/V with efficient dynamics. With its 175 horsepower (131 kW) and 205 lb.-ft. of torque (278 N-m), Dodge Grand Caravan C/V delivers 144.4 cubic feet of cargo capacity, maximum Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 6,050 lbs., Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) of 7,000 lbs., improved payload capacity of 1,800 lbs. and impressive towing capacity of 1,800 lbs.
Designed for commercial-duty minivan from the ground-up, Dodge Grand Caravan C/V is engineered with unique hydraulic power-assist rack-and-pinion steering, heavy-duty suspension with commercial-tuned ride, front anti-roll bar, and a rear twist-beam axle with coil springs and load-leveling. With standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Tire-pressure Monitoring (TPM), four-wheel Anti-lock disc Brake System (ABS) and ideal command-of-the-road seating for long trips Grand Caravan is known for, Dodge Grand Caravan C/V offers capability, comfort and convenience with great road manners.
With each business having specific needs, Dodge Grand Caravan C/V offers an array of factory upfit options from Mopar to meet specific requirements, including: exterior vinyl window shades, full-width cargo dividers, wire mesh and solid metal window interior inserts, a cargo compartment floor mat and a molded wall liner to maximize interior volume. Premium options include daytime running lights, power eight-way driver seat, security alarm, UconnectTM Phone, Uconnect Navigation, SIRIUS Satellite Radio and heavy-duty engine cooling system.
Dodge Grand Caravan Cargo Van
AT A GLANCE
Dodge Grand Caravan C/V is engineered from the ground-up to meet small business and commercial needs
Commercial-tuned ride, heavy-duty load-leveling suspension and Flex-fuel (E85) capable V-6 engine offer maximum hauling capability, while technologies including Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Tire-pressure Monitoring (TPM) offer added safety and piece of mind
Payload capacity improvement, now up to 1,800 lbs.
Available technology features include SIRIUS satellite radio, hands-free Uconnect Phone and Uconnect Navigation with voice commands and real-time traffic monitoring
Command-of-the-road two-passenger seating allows for comfortable chair-height seating, while Grand Caravan C/V's flat-load floor offers maximum cargo space
Easy cargo access with dual-sliding doors
Abundant Mopar accessories, including full-width cargo dividers, solid metal window interior inserts, a cargo compartment floor mat, and molded wall liner
For maximum storage capacity, rear seats are not included
PRODUCT CHRONOLOGY
2009 MODEL YEAR
Exterior vinyl window shading
Full-width cargo dividers
Wire mesh and solid metal window interior inserts
Cargo compartment floor mat
Molded wall liners
New premium options, including daytime running lights, power eight-way driver seat, Power Equipment Group, security alarm, Uconnect Phone, and Uconnect Navigation with satellite radio, voice-activated capability, touch-screen and real-time traffic
2008 MODEL YEAR
Additional comfort and convenience features, including dual glove boxes and multiple storage bins and cup holders
Abundant upfitter and storage capability with exclusive Stow 'n Go(R) body and tubs
Interior Delete Group (deletes rear quarter trim, C- and D-pillar trim and rear floor silencers), side-curtain air bags delete, and a 160-amp electrical alternator
2007 MODEL YEAR
Driver- and passenger-side sliding doors with fixed glass now standard
2006 MODEL YEAR
Two models offered: Dodge Caravan C/V (short wheelbase) and Dodge Grand Caravan C/V (long wheelbase)
3.3-liter V-6 engine with four-speed automatic transaxle and 2.49 overall top gear
Final-drive ratio: 3.62
Flex-fuel capable 3.3-liter V-6 engine (fleet offering only)
Power four-wheel disc brakes standard equipment
Four-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) standard equipment
Rack-and-pinion power steering system standard equipment on all models with 17.8:1 overall ratio and turning diameters of 39.4 feet (Grand Caravan) or 37.6 feet (Caravan)
Commercial wagon suspension standard equipment
16-inch steel wheels with wheel cover; full-size spare standard equipment on short-wheelbase models
Heavy-duty Electrical Group offers 160-amp alternator and 600-amp battery
Driver- and passenger-side sliding doors with no glass (standard); no glass on driver side and fixed glass on passenger side (optional); or driver- and passenger-side sliding doors with fixed glass (optional)
Halogen headlamps standard on all models
Dual-folding exterior mirrors standard; power dual-folding, heated exterior mirrors optional
Grand Caravan C/V modified with body and tubs based on Stow 'n Go(R) seating and storage system
Optional Deluxe Convenience Group offering includes speed control and tilt-steering column
Optional Interior Delete Group removes rear quarter trim, C- and D-pillar trim and rear floor silencers
Advanced multi-stage driver and front-passenger air bags with Occupant Classification System (OCS)
Driver-side inflatable knee blocker (inflates in conjunction with air bag deployment)
Sliding Door Open/Light Flash feature activates exterior hazard lamps when sliding doors are opened
BeltAlert enhanced seat belt reminder system for driver and front-passenger seat
Loose fuel cap message on instrument cluster
Optional Security Group offers alarm, remote keyless entry, Sentry Key(R) engine immobilizer, headlamp-off time delay and illuminated entry