What van will replace the Dodge Grand Caravan?
The Chrysler Pacifica is the primary replacement for the Dodge Grand Caravan, with the Voyager variant serving as the budget-friendly option on the same platform. There is no direct Dodge-badged substitute in production today.
To understand this shift, it helps to know how FCA reorganized its minivan lineup. The Grand Caravan, once Dodge’s affordable family minivan, gave way to a Chrysler-focused lineup that centers on the Pacifica family. The Voyager name was later reused as a lower-cost option within that family, often aimed at fleet sales and buyers seeking a simpler feature set. This article explains what that means for shoppers and why the Pacifica—and its Voyager counterpart—have become the go-to choices for minivan buyers.
The Chrysler Pacifica: the de facto replacement
The Chrysler Pacifica is the direct successor in FCA’s lineup to the Grand Caravan. It carries modern styling, a more robust feature set, and family-friendly practicality that Dodge previously offered with the Grand Caravan. For buyers who want a single, up-to-date minivan offering from FCA/Chrysler today, the Pacifica is the reference point.
Key points about the Pacifica:
- Seating configurations for seven or eight passengers with flexible cargo layouts.
- Stow ’n Go seating that folds into the floor to maximize cargo space.
- Advanced safety and driver-assistance features, with modern infotainment and connectivity options.
- Availability of a plug-in hybrid variant (Pacifica Hybrid) for improved fuel efficiency.
- Multiple trim levels and option packages to tailor comfort, tech, and convenience.
In summary, the Pacifica represents FCA’s current flagship minivan, designed to replace the functional role the Grand Caravan long served for families and fleets alike.
Voyager: the budget-friendly variant on the same platform
Key differences between Pacifica and Voyager include:
- Voyager tends to be a more price-conscious entry in the minivan lineup, with fewer standard premium features at the base level.
- Both share the same fundamental platform and overall drivetrain options, though certain trims and option availability may differ.
- Voyager is often positioned toward fleet sales and value seekers, while Pacifica covers a broader consumer market with stronger feature content in higher trims.
In practice, Voyager serves as a practical alternative if the ultimate feature set of the top Pacifica trims isn’t required—while still delivering the space and versatility minivan buyers expect.
Other notes for shoppers
Summary
The Chrysler Pacifica is the main replacement for the Dodge Grand Caravan, with Voyager serving as the budget-friendly variant on the same platform. There is no direct Dodge-branded minivan in today’s lineup; buyers looking for a modern, feature-rich minivan from FCA will primarily consider the Pacifica, and may opt for Voyager for a lower-cost entry. The result is a streamlined, family-focused pair of minivans that continues the Grand Caravan’s legacy of practicality and space.
