1989 Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 1989 Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van (17–21 MPG combined) across 6 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 4-cyl, 2.5 L; 6-cyl, 3.0 L
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline, Regular Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 17–21 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,200–$4,850
- Configurations
- 6
MPG & fuel economy
City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.
| Powertrain | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel cost | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-cyl 2.5 L · Premium Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive | 16 | 20–23 | 17–18 | $4,550–$4,850 | — |
| 4-cyl 2.5 L · Regular Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 22–26 | 20–21 | $3,200–$3,350 | — |
| 6-cyl 3.0 L · Regular Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive | 16 | 20–22 | 18 | $3,700 | — |
Configurations & engine comparison
Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.
| Configuration / engine | Drive | Transmission | Cyl. | Displ. (L) | Fuel type | City | Hwy | Comb. | Annual cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 3-spd | 4 | 2.5 | Premium Gasoline | 16 | 20 | 17 | $4,850 |
| Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 3-spd | 4 | 2.5 | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 22 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 3-spd | 6 | 3.0 | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 20 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 3.0 | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.5 | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.5 | Premium Gasoline | 16 | 23 | 18 | $4,550 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 1989 Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van?
According to EPA data, the 1989 Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van is rated at 17–21 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 1989 Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van have?
The EPA data lists 4 and 6 cylinders across its configurations.
What fuel type does the 1989 Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van use?
It is offered with Premium Gasoline and Regular Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 1989 Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $3,200 to $4,850.