Hi there folks,
I'm looking to replace my 2003 Grand Caravan Sport (loaded - DVD, trailering, etc). I've taken the newer Dodge Caravans out but they are noisier at idle and on the highway, and their interiors are totally decontented compared to my 2003. One vehicle I really liked was the Dodge Journey.. I am also seriously considering a Chevy Traverse. I almost bought a Journey last year, but, after reading the forums, I didnt make the purchase, since it seemed to be shaking down several design issues, and got poor city gas mileage... I ended up spending repair money instead. At 220,000kms on the Caravan, it's time to look again.
I'm hoping the leaks / reliability issues / fuel economy on the 2010 Journey got better.
I looked at a related forum posting here (Forum Link) and am looking for your advice, based on our needs.
Requirements - Critical:
1) Can tow 3200 lbs
2) Can carry 6+ people
3) Can carry 4 people + a decent amount of cargo (say, two coolers and 4 medium sized suitcases).
4) Decent snow performance
5) Excellent full-back area cargo space with just two passengers
Requirements: Nice to have's, if not conflicting
4) 500km+ range
5) AWD
6) REAL Fuel economy: city: 14l/100kms or better ; Hwy: 11l/100km or better on 120km/h trips (mild conditions)
7) Seats that fold fown for cargo hauling that don't need removal from the vehicle.
Any suggestions/comments/alternatives? Would you buy your Journey again, after your experiences?
