Model year guide

1989 Dodge Caravan

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1989 Dodge Caravan is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 3 on record.

1989 Dodge Caravan at a glance

Combined17–21 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1989 Dodge Caravan MPG & running costs

Combined17–21 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway22 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,892
EPA size classSpecial Purpose Vehicle 2WD
Transmission3 options
Forced inductionTurbocharged
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$7,458 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 6 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1989 Dodge Caravan costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$19,460
Fuel only$19,460
Per mile$0.26

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1989 Dodge Caravan vehicles on record

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1989 Dodge Caravan — frequently asked questions

What gas mileage does the 1989 Dodge Caravan get?

The 1989 Dodge Caravan has U.S. EPA estimates of 17–21 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (6 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.