DecodedCars2020 Dodge Grand Caravan
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2020 models.
- Class
- Minivan - 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr Van FWD
- Engines
- 3.6L 6-cyl
- Horsepower
- 283 hp
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 20 combined · 17 city / 25 hwy
- Length
- 202.4 in
- Curb weight
- 4,520 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 20 MPG combined, 12% below the 2020 minivan average of 22.6 MPG.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 5 similar 2020 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan is a minivan offered with a 3.6L 6-cyl engine and front-wheel drive.
It measures about 202 inches long and 79 inches wide on a 121-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,520 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 20 MPG combined (17 city / 25 highway), 12% worse than the 2020 minivan average of 22.6 MPG, for an estimated $3,350 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned a 4-star overall rating.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the power train.
What changed for 2020
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2019 Grand Caravan — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2019; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2019 Grand Caravan →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Built in: Windsor, Ontario
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 3 2020 Grand Caravan configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Van FWD | 202.4 in | 78.7 in | 67.7 in | 121.3 in | 65.7 / 65 in | 4,520 lb | 56/44 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Caravan | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 / 25 / 20 | -12% | $3,350 | 445 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2020 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan MV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 16.4% |
Similar 2020 minivans
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan (this car) | 20 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2020 Toyota Sienna | 21 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2020 Kia Sedona | 21 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2020 Honda Odyssey | 22 MPG | ★★★★★ | 14 |
| 2020 Chrysler Voyager | 22 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2020 Chrysler Pacifica | 30 MPG | ★★★★★ | 7 |
Recalls (1)
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility › Wheelchair Restraints/Securement › Latch/Anchor › · Dec 17, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V876000 · 86 vehicles
- Problem
- Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
- Risk
- An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.
Not every 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Power Train — 8 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Air Bags — 5 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Electrical System — 4 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 62,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Grand Caravan years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Grand Caravan | 20 | 202.4 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 245 |
| 2018 Grand Caravan | 20 | 202.4 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 271 |
| 2017 Grand Caravan | 20 | 202.4 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 414 |
| 2016 Grand Caravan | 20 | 202.4 in | ★★★★★ | 6 | 1,002 |
| 2015 Grand Caravan | 20 | 202.4 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 281 |
| 2014 Grand Caravan | 20 | 202.4 in | ★★★★★ | 5 | 334 |
| 2013 Grand Caravan | 20 | 202.4 in | Not rated | 4 | 435 |
| 2012 Grand Caravan | 20 | 202.4 in | Not rated | 6 | 527 |
| 2011 Grand Caravan | 20 | 202.4 in | Not rated | 4 | 441 |
| 2010 Grand Caravan | 20 | 202.4 in | Not rated | 6 | 635 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Dodge. How we calculate this →