Dodge Dealer in Culpeper Reveals: 2011 Grand Caravan Named a 2011 Automotive Best Buy Award Winner

Dec. 10, 2010 - PRLog -- Consumers Digest has announced the Consumers Digest 2011 Automotive Best Buy Award winners, says Dodge Culpeper dealer Safford Dodge of Warrenton.  Of the 35 vehicles and seven companion models selected as winners, the all-new 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan was chosen as one of the top vehicles in the minivan segment!

The Grand Caravan, expected to be available for customers shopping for a Dodge in Culpeper in early 2011, has all new interior and exterior features for Dodge drivers and passengers to enjoy.  The 2011 Dodge Caravan will feature an all-new engine and great new entertainment features for all passengers to enjoy.  The new features will make the 2011 Caravan the ideal van for long car rides and hauling the entire family around town.
With these awesome features and more, the 2011 Dodge Caravan provides a great driving experience for more than just soccer moms.  All Dodge drivers in Culpeper will find that the versatility of this new minivan is just one of the many great features.

The 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan features an all-new powertrain, a new 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine.  The engine is paired with a smooth-shifting six-speed automatic transmission.  The new engine allows the new Grand Caravan to deliver Dodge drivers with the best-in-class horsepower- 283 horsepower, as compared to 197 hp in the previous 3.8-liter V-6 engine.

The 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan will be available at the Dodge dealer in Culpeper in four configurations that fit the lifestyles of almost all drivers, the Dodge Grand Caravan Express, Grand Caravan Mainstreet, Grand Caravan Crew and the Dodge Grand Caravan R/T.

To increase fuel efficiency, the Grand Caravan features a new driver-selectable Fuel Economizer Mode.  Drivers can easily change the transmission shift schedule to maximize their fuel efficiency.  The minivan also features a lower ride height, new lower-rolling resistance tires, a new spoiler and reduced brake caliper and rear bearing drag.

Exterior changes that give the Grand Caravan a more modern and aggressive look include a new front fascia with the new Dodge signature "split crosshair" grille, a new hood, quad headlamps and an updated rear fascia and liftgate.

Dodge customers will also be impressed with the all-new interior.  Upgrades for 2011 include a new instrument panel, new seating material and door trim and larger, more comfortable Stow 'n Go seats with a new one-touch fold down function.

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The 2011 Dodge Caravan in Culpeper has many qualities and features that lead in the minivan segment.  The Grand Caravan has the option of a heated steering wheel, the first in the minivan segment, and offers the best storage in the segment with its new "super" center console.  The available console offers functional storage and room for larger objects, such as purses.

The Dodge Grand Caravan seats seven passengers and with a great lineup of standard and available safety features, everyone in this van will be safe.  Standard features include front seat mounted side air bags, a new driver side knee blocker air bag, supplemental three-row side-curtain air bags, electronic stability control and tire pressure monitoring.  Available options for added safety include the Safety Sphere package, which features ParkSense® rear park assist system, a rear back-up camera, blind spot monitoring and rear cross path detection system, rain-sensitive wipers and automatic headlamps.

Dodge Grand Caravan drivers and passengers will never have to worry about being bored during long trips.  The minivan has many options for electronic equipment, including Chrysler’s Uconnect system that bundles a hard drive for digital media storage and playback, USB iPod and Bluetooth interfaces, and a voice-activated navigation with real-time traffic.   Dodge Grand Caravan occupants can also enjoy available dual-screen DVD entertainment system.

For more information on the 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan or Safford Dodge of Warrenton, please contact the dealership at (888) 541-8750 or visit http://www.culpeperdodge.net.

About Safford Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Warrenton:
With the largest inventory of Chrysler Group vehicles in the area, dealerships in the Safford Automotive Group should be the first choice for customers near Culpeper for new and pre-owned Chrysler, Chrysler and Dodge vehicles.

Their experienced and helpful sales, finance and service staff members are all there to make a trip to the dealership simple, straightforward and stress-free.  

Contact Safford Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Warrenton:
7308 Cedar Run Drive
Warrenton, VA
(888) 541-8750
http://www.SaffordofWarrenton.com