Dodge Grand Caravan vs Nissan Quest
The Nissan Quest is more fuel-efficient at 21 MPG combined, against 20 MPG for the Dodge Grand Caravan. At EPA assumptions that is about $150 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Dodge Grand Caravan | Nissan Quest | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 818 | 139 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Drivetrain & axles |
| Crashes and fires | 8 and 17 | 8 and 2 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 97,000 miles | 54,000 miles |
| Recalls | 6 | 1 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 20 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City and highway | 17 and 25 | 19 and 24 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,350 | $3,200 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 818 complaints for the Dodge Grand Caravan and 139 for the Nissan Quest. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 6 for the Dodge Grand Caravan, 1 for the Nissan Quest.