Dodge Grand Caravan vs Toyota Sienna
The Toyota Sienna is more fuel-efficient at 22 MPG combined, against 20 MPG for the Dodge Grand Caravan. At EPA assumptions that is about $300 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Dodge Grand Caravan | Toyota Sienna | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 550 | 205 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Drivetrain & axles |
| Crashes and fires | 12 and 3 | 23 and 8 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 65,000 miles | 21,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 10 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 20 MPG | 22 MPG |
| City and highway | 17 and 25 | 19 and 27 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,350 | $3,050 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 550 complaints for the Dodge Grand Caravan and 205 for the Toyota Sienna. 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.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 4 stars for the Dodge Grand Caravan, 5 stars for the Toyota Sienna.
Safety recalls on file: 3 for the Dodge Grand Caravan, 10 for the Toyota Sienna.