Dodge Caravan Specs

Since 1984 the Caravan has grown 13″ in length and gained 1,012 lb: weight rose 35%, length only 7%.

NHTSA vPIC · Transport Canada · 4 generations · 1984–2007 · Updated Nov 4, 2026
Quick answer

The 2007 Dodge Caravan, the latest model year on record, is 189″ long, 78.7″ wide and 68.9″ tall on a 113.4″ wheelbase, and weighs 3,922 lb. At 15.7 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 2.3 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.

Every Dodge Caravan generation, measured

The biggest change in length came in 2001, when the new car was 2.8″ longer than the 1996–2000 one. The biggest change in weight came in 1996: 427 lb heavier than before.

FIG.01·Dodge Caravan dimensions by generation
GenerationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weight
1984–1989176″69.7″64.2″112.2″2,910 lb
1990–1995176″72″65″112.2″3,100 lb
1996–2000186.2″75.6″68.5″113.4″3,527 lb
2001–2007189″78.7″68.9″113.4″3,763 lb
ROWS 4·SOURCE NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada

Caravan year by year

FIG.02·Dodge Caravan dimensions by model year
Model yearLengthWidthWheelbaseCurb weightBody styles
2007189″78.7″113.4″3,922 lb1
2006189″78.7″113.4″3,922 lb1
2005189″78.7″113.4″3,862 lb1
2004189″78.7″113.4″3,862 lb1
2003189″78.7″113.4″4,039 lb1
2002189″78.7″113.4″3,909 lb1
2001189″78.7″113.4″3,763 lb1
2000186.2″75.6″113.4″3,660 lb1
1999186.2″75.6″113.4″3,660 lb1
1998186.2″75.6″113.4″3,530 lb1
1997186.2″75.6″113.4″3,527 lb1
1996186.2″75.6″113.4″3,527 lb1
1995183.1″72″114.6″3,294 lb3
1994181.9″72″114.2″3,300 lb4
1993181.5″72″114.2″3,364 lb4
1992183.1″72″114.6″3,483 lb6
1991179.5″72″114.2″3,274 lb4
1990176″72″112.2″3,100 lb1
1989176″70.9″112.2″3,181 lb3
1988176.4″70.9″112.2″2,926 lb3
1987181.9″70.9″115″3,071 lb5
1986176″70.9″112.2″2,910 lb1
1985176″70.9″112.2″2,910 lb1
1984176″69.7″112.2″2,910 lb1
ROWS 24·SOURCE Transport Canada vehicle specifications

Caravan on the used market

FIG.05·Dodge Caravan generations on the used market
GenerationListingsShareAverage asking priceAverage mileage
2001–200714326%$3,501150,280 mi
1996–2000326%$3,122139,380 mi
1990–199551%$2,860145,358 mi
Other years36167%$7,954137,363 mi
ROWS 4·SOURCE ForCar, US used-car listings collected since June 2026

Will a Caravan fit

FIG.02·Dodge Caravan — will it fit
SpaceTypical sizeThis carVerdict
Single garage20 ft deep15.7 ftFits, with room to open the door
Street parking space18 ft15.7 ftFits comfortably
Standard parking bay width8.5 ft wide6.6 ftRoom to open doors both sides
ROWS 3·SOURCE ForCar, computed from vehicle dimensions

Against cars of the same length

Among the 1,068 cars within 10″ of its length, the Caravan is wider than 94%.

FIG.03·Dodge Caravan against similar-sized cars
MeasureThis carTypical of 1,068 cars within 10″ of its lengthDifference
Width78.7″73.2″+5.5″
Wheelbase113.4″109.8″+3.6″
Curb weight3,922 lb3,825 lb+97 lb
ROWS 3·SOURCE ForCar, computed across vehicles of similar length
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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2007 Caravan bigger than the 2006?

No. The 2007 and 2006 Caravan are the same size and weight.

Which Caravan years share the same body?

By our measurements the body changed in 1990, 1996 and 2001. Model years inside each range, such as 2001–2007, share the same dimensions; the boundaries are estimated from changes in size.

How much does a used Caravan cost?

In our listings collected since June 2026, the average asking price runs from $2,860 for the 1990–1995 car to $3,501 for the 2001–2007 one, across 541 listings.

Dimensions from NHTSA vPIC and Transport Canada vehicle records, manufacturer-declared for 24 Caravan model years, 1984 to 2007. Metric values converted to inches and pounds; generation boundaries are estimated from changes in size (how we measure). Last updated Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.
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