Dodge Caravan MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Dodge Caravan model year from 1984 to 1995 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Caravan has been offered with 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl, 2.2L 4-cyl, 2.6L 4-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 1985 (up to 23 MPG combined). All rated gas versions run on regular gasoline. Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Dodge Caravan fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 18–20 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1994 | 18–20 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1993 | 18–21 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1992 | 16–20 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1986 | 18–22 MPG | 2.2L 4-cyl, 2.6L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1985 | 17–23 MPG | 2.2L 4-cyl, 2.6L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1984 | 18–22 MPG | 2.2L 4-cyl, 2.6L 4-cyl | — | — |
1995 Dodge Caravan: engines & MPG
The 1995 Caravan was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 20 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caravan C/V/Grand Caravan 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 18 | 23 | 20 MPG |
| Caravan C/V/Grand Caravan 2WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 18 | 22 | 19 MPG |
| Caravan C/V/Grand Caravan 2WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
1994 Dodge Caravan: engines & MPG
The 1994 Caravan was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 20 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caravan C/V/Grand Caravan 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Caravan C/V/Grand Caravan 2WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 17 | 22 | 19 MPG |
| Caravan C/V/Grand Caravan 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 18 | 22 | 19 MPG |
| Caravan C/V/Grand Caravan 2WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 21 | 18 MPG |
1993 Dodge Caravan: engines & MPG
The 1993 Caravan was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caravan C/V/Grand Caravan 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 28 | 21 MPG |
| Caravan C/V/Grand Caravan 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Caravan C/V/Grand Caravan 2WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 17 | 22 | 19 MPG |
| Caravan C/V/Grand Caravan 2WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
1992 Dodge Caravan: engines & MPG
The 1992 Caravan was EPA-rated in 5 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 16 to 20 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caravan C/V/Grand Caravan 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 20 MPG |
| Caravan C/V/Grand Caravan 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 18 | 22 | 20 MPG |
| Caravan C/V/Grand Caravan 2WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 17 | 22 | 19 MPG |
| Caravan C/V/Grand Caravan 2WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 21 | 18 MPG |
| Caravan C/V/Grand Caravan 4WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 15 | 19 | 16 MPG |
1986 Dodge Caravan: engines & MPG
The 1986 Caravan was EPA-rated in 6 versions (2.2L 4-cyl, 2.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caravan/Ram Van 2WD | 2.2L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Caravan/Ram Van 2WD | 2.2L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Caravan/Ram Van 2WD | 2.2L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 24 | 21 MPG |
| Caravan/Ram Van 2WD | 2.2L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 18 | 21 | 19 MPG |
| Caravan/Ram Van 2WD | 2.2L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 17 | 20 | 18 MPG |
| Caravan/Ram Van 2WD | 2.6L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 17 | 20 | 18 MPG |
1985 Dodge Caravan: engines & MPG
The 1985 Caravan was EPA-rated in 9 versions (2.2L 4-cyl, 2.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 17 to 23 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caravan/Ram Van 2WD | 2.2L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 21 | 26 | 23 MPG |
| Caravan/Ram Van 2WD | 2.2L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 20 | 25 | 22 MPG |
| Caravan/Ram Van 2WD | 2.2L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Caravan/Ram Van 2WD | 2.2L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| Caravan/Ram Van 2WD | 2.2L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 17 | 20 | 18 MPG |
| Caravan/Ram Van 2WD | 2.6L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 16 | 19 | 17 MPG |
| Caravan/Ram Van 2WD | 2.2L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 16 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| Caravan/Ram Van 2WD | 2.2L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 16 | 19 | 17 MPG |
| Caravan/Ram Van 2WD | 2.6L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 16 | 20 | 17 MPG |
1984 Dodge Caravan: engines & MPG
The 1984 Caravan was EPA-rated in 7 versions (2.2L 4-cyl, 2.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caravan/Ram Van 2WD | 2.2L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Caravan/Ram Van 2WD | 2.2L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 20 | 24 | 22 MPG |
| Caravan/Ram Van 2WD | 2.2L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Caravan/Ram Van 2WD | 2.2L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| Caravan/Ram Van 2WD | 2.2L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 18 | 22 | 20 MPG |
| Caravan/Ram Van 2WD | 2.2L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 18 | 22 | 19 MPG |
| Caravan/Ram Van 2WD | 2.6L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 17 | 20 | 18 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Dodge Caravan get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the Caravan range from 20 to 23 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 1985 model year.
What engines does the 1995 Dodge Caravan have?
The 1995 Caravan was EPA-rated with 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl engines — see the 1995 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Dodge Caravan require premium gas?
No — rated versions run on regular gasoline.
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