In a world of bulky three-row crossovers, people are starting to turn their eyes to minivans once more as a primary family vehicle. While there aren't as many options for minivans as there are other kinds of vehicles on the market, that doesn't make the sector any less competitive. The options range from one of the classics of the class-the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan-to the newer challengers to the throne, such as the Toyota Sienna.
Drivers across Belle Fourche, Rapid City, and Sioux Falls, SD, looking for their next minivan are of course interested to see how competitors stack up against each other. Thus, let's take a look at a comparison between the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2019 Toyota Sienna, then learn where you can go to test drive the best minivan!
2019 Grand Caravan vs Sienna: Advanced Features
In comparing the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2019 Toyota Sienna, it's important to start with what's new this year. The Grand Caravan gives you the much-appreciated auto-dim rearview mirror as a standard feature, managing to cut down on glare when you're driving at night.
Not only that, the Grand Caravan also brings cutting-edge connectivity to the table. Uconnect® Voice Command with Bluetooth® lets you safely communicate with your loved ones while you're on the road, and available Garmin® Navigation turn-by-turn directions will lead you safely to your destination.
The Toyota Sienna puts up a good fight with its own advanced infotainment system, offering Apple CarPlay® integration in the way of connectivity. While their system is nice for some, it can be alienating for those whose phones are not compatible with the system, as it'll only work with the iPhone®. If you're an Android user, fear not: The Dodge Grand Caravan offers Bluetooth® Streaming Audio, allowing you to connect any Bluetooth®-enabled device!
Storage and Cargo Space
Both vans offer impressive cargo space as well. At first glance, it appears that the Sienna has the advantage here, as it offers a few cubic feet more in terms of maximum cargo space at 150 cubic feet, as opposed to the 143.8 cubic feet of space in the Dodge Grand Caravan. In truth, the Caravan provides more utility and usable space at every level.
The key is in the popular Stow 'n Go® seating option available in the Caravan, which enables you to quickly and easily lower the seats to get maximum cargo space, even in a pinch. If you want the full space in the Sienna, you're going to have to remove the back seats manually. This requires an entire process, not to mention that the seats can be quite heavy.
Additionally, when all the seats are in place, what you see is what you get inside the Sienna. In the Grand Caravan, however, simply opt for the Super Stow 'n Go® Seating System, and even when you have your second-row bucket seats in place, you'll still have access to in-floor bins that provide you with an additional 12 cubic feet of storage space! Clearly, when it comes down to it, the Dodge Grand Caravan makes innovative use of all possible storage space, outdoing the limited setup of the Toyota Sienna.
The Winner: The Dodge Grand Caravan at Liberty CDJRF
When it comes down to what really counts, the clear winner of the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2019 Toyota Sienna head-to-head comparison is the Dodge Grand Caravan.
If you're ready to check one out for yourself, you can see it in person at Liberty Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT (CDJRF). Stop into our showroom to check out the options and features, and schedule an appointment to take a test drive on the Rapid City, Belle Fourche, and Sioux Falls roads today!