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1997 Dodge Caravan (base trim)

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1997 Dodge Caravan
Resale Value:$2,498  |  Get Internet Pricing from a Local Dealer!
Engines: 2.2L L4; 2.6L V6; 2.5L V6; 2.4L V6
Transmissions: 3 Speed Automatic; 4 Speed Manual; 5 Speed Manual; 0 Speed Manual
Drivetrains: Front Wheel Drive
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1997 Dodge Caravan Resale Values

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MileageTrade-In-ValueRetail Value
CleanAverageRoughExcellentCleanAverageRough
1 - 50,000$2,229$1,779N/AN/A$3,744$2,964N/A
50,001 - 60,000$2,129$1,679N/AN/A$3,644$2,864N/A
60,001 - 70,000$2,029$1,579N/AN/A$3,544$2,764N/A
70,001 - 85,000$1,929$1,479N/AN/A$3,444$2,664N/A
85,001 - 100,000$1,829$1,379N/AN/A$3,344$2,564N/A
100,001 - 115,000$1,729$1,279N/AN/A$3,244$2,464N/A
115,001 - 130,000$1,404$1,179N/AN/A$2,919$2,364N/A
130,001 - 150,000$1,129$854N/AN/A$2,644$2,039N/A
150,001 - 170,000$679$579$206N/A$2,194$1,764$1,206
170,001 - 190,000$204$129N/AN/A$1,719$1,314$931
190,001 - 999,999N/AN/AN/AN/A$1,194$764$481

1997 Dodge Caravan Specs (base trim)

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Performance & Efficiency Hide
2,429 cc 2.4 liters 4 in-line 60° front transverse engine with 87.5 mm bore, 101 mm stroke, 9.4 compression ratio, cast iron block, light alloy head, double overhead cam, automatic valve adjustment and four valves per cylinder
Unleaded fuel
Fuel economy EPA highway (l/100km): 9.4
Multi-point injection fuel system
Main 76 liter fuel tank
Power: 112 kW , 150 HP @ 5,200 rpm; 167 ft lb @ 4,000 rpm

1997 Dodge Caravan Crash Test Data

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Frontal Impact Side Impact
Driver's Side Front Occupant Not Tested
Passenger's Side Rear Occupant Not Tested
 
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