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1997 Dodge Caravan Base

2B4FP2531VR357573
3.0L V6 SOHC 12V
Engine
FWD
Drive
Gasoline
Fuel
CANADA
Built in
No factory image on file
1997 Dodge Caravan

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID 2B4 Dodge · North America · Canada
VDS · Descriptor FP253 Caravan Base
VIS · Vehicle ID 1VR357573 1997 · Serial 357573

Basic Information

MakeDodge
ModelCaravan
Year1997
TrimBase
Body StyleSPORTS VAN
ManufacturerDodge
CountryCANADA

Engine & Performance

Engine3.0L V6 SOHC 12V
Drive TypeFWD
Fuel TypeGasoline
Plant CodeR
Serial Number357573

Basic Information

Model Year 1997
Make Dodge
Model Caravan
Trim Level Base

Engine & Performance

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 150 @ 5200
Displacement 2.4L/148
Fuel System MPI
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 167 @ 4000
Engine Type 3.0L V6 SOHC 12V

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short
Transmission-long
Driveline FWD

Dimensions & Weight

Curb Weight-manual 3530
Overall Length 186.30
Overall Width 76.80
Overall Height 68.50
Wheelbase 113.30
Cargo Length 43.50
Width at Wheelwell 49.10
Width at Wall 68.40
Standard Seating 5
Optional Seating 7
Standard Towing 1000
Maximum Towing 2000
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 76.8
Height, Overall (in) 68.5
Wheelbase (in) 113.3

Features & Options

Power Door Locks Optional
Air Conditioning Optional
Cruise Control Optional
Cassette Player Optional
CD Player Optional
Leather Seat Optional
Alloy Wheels Optional

Fuel & Economy

Tank 19.80
Fuel Economy-city 18 - 20
Fuel Economy-highway 24 - 25
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 25
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 20

Safety & Braking

Anti-Brake System
Front Brake Type Disc
Rear Brake Type Drum
Child Safety Door Locks Standard
ABS Brakes Optional
Driver Airbag Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard

Suspension & Handling

Steering Type Rack & Pinion
Front Suspension Independent
Rear Suspension Live
Front Spring Type Coil
Rear Spring Type Leaf
Tilt Steering Optional

Other Specifications

Manufactured in CANADA
Body Style SPORTS VAN
Turning Diameter 37.80
Tires 205/75R14
Front Headroom 39.90
Rear Headroom 41.00
Front Legroom 40.60
Rear Legroom 42.30
Front Shoulder Room 62.50
Rear Shoulder Room 63.80
Front Hip Room 57.70
Rear Hip Room 61.50
Ground Clearance 5.40
Track Front 63.00
Track Rear 64.00
Depth 46.70
Cargo Volume 43.60
MSRP $17,235
Dealer Invoice $15,687
Full Size Spare Tire Optional
Rear Window Defogger Optional
Front Wheel Size (in) 14 x 6.0
Front Tire Size P205/75R14
Rear Tire Size P205/75R14
Rear Wheel Size (in) 14 x 6.0

Pattern Information

Pattern2B4FP253 V
WMI 2B4 (Canada, North America)