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Dodge Grand Caravan and Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI Lemon Odds and Nada Odds for the Year Ending June 30, 2018
An asterisk (*) marks results based on small sample sizes.
| Year | Make/Model | Nada Odds per 100 Cars | Lemon Odds per 100 Cars | ||
| 51 vehicles, 11.3 months per vehicle, 17500 miles driven2017 | Volkswagen Golf 1.8T | [?] | see reported repairs | ||
| 51 vehicles, 11.3 months per vehicle, 17500 miles driven | |||||
| 70 vehicles, 11.3 months per vehicle, 12900 miles driven2017 | Volkswagen GTI and Golf R | [?] | see reported repairs | ||
| 70 vehicles, 11.3 months per vehicle, 12900 miles driven | |||||
| 39 vehicles, 11.8 months per vehicle, 28600 miles driven A year ago the 2015 Golf 1.8T had a similarly high repair frequency, while the GTI has generally been better.2016 |
Volkswagen Golf 1.8T | [?] | see reported repairs | ||
| 39 vehicles, 11.8 months per vehicle, 28600 miles driven A year ago the 2015 Golf 1.8T had a similarly high repair frequency, while the GTI has generally been better. |
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| 87 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 21700 miles driven A year ago the 2015 Golf 1.8T had a similarly high repair frequency, while the GTI has generally been better.2016 |
Volkswagen GTI and Golf R | [?] | see reported repairs | ||
| 87 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 21700 miles driven A year ago the 2015 Golf 1.8T had a similarly high repair frequency, while the GTI has generally been better. |
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| 56 vehicles, 11.4 months per vehicle, 38900 miles driven Redesigned. Golf 1.8T initially had a higher repair frequency than the GTI, and the TDI still does. Unclear why. All might have a somewhat common problem with failing AC compressors. 2015 |
Volkswagen GTI and Golf R | [?] | see reported repairs | ||
| 56 vehicles, 11.4 months per vehicle, 38900 miles driven Redesigned. Golf 1.8T initially had a higher repair frequency than the GTI, and the TDI still does. Unclear why. All might have a somewhat common problem with failing AC compressors. |
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| 42 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 64100 miles driven2014 | Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan | [?] | see reported repairs | ||
| 42 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 64100 miles driven | |||||
| 32 vehicles, 11.8 months per vehicle, 60600 miles driven2013 | Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan | Join or sign in to view | see reported repairs | ||
| 32 vehicles, 11.8 months per vehicle, 60600 miles driven | |||||
| 36 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 57900 miles driven2013 | Volkswagen GTI | [?] | see reported repairs | ||
| 36 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 57900 miles driven | |||||
| 37 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 77600 miles driven Much better than a year ago, and than adjacent model years recently. Probably won't stay this low.2012 |
Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan | [?] | see reported repairs | ||
| 37 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 77600 miles driven Much better than a year ago, and than adjacent model years recently. Probably won't stay this low. |
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| 38 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 70800 miles driven2012 | Volkswagen GTI | [?] | see reported repairs | ||
| 38 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 70800 miles driven | |||||
| 28 vehicles, 11.2 months per vehicle, 117400 miles driven2010 | Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan | Join or sign in to view | see reported repairs | ||
| 28 vehicles, 11.2 months per vehicle, 117400 miles driven | |||||
| 27 vehicles, 11.4 months per vehicle, 136100 miles driven Higher than in the past, possibly a temporary blip as these minivans crest the 100k-mile mark. Frequent brake pad replacements not included in this result. Caliper replacements also somewhat common.2009 |
Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan | Join or sign in to view | see reported repairs | ||
| 27 vehicles, 11.4 months per vehicle, 136100 miles driven Higher than in the past, possibly a temporary blip as these minivans crest the 100k-mile mark. Frequent brake pad replacements not included in this result. Caliper replacements also somewhat common. |
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| 32 vehicles, 11.9 months per vehicle, 133800 miles driven Redesigned for this model year. Better than a year ago. Frequent brake pad replacements not included in this result.2008 |
Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan | Join or sign in to view | see reported repairs | ||
| 32 vehicles, 11.9 months per vehicle, 133800 miles driven Redesigned for this model year. Better than a year ago. Frequent brake pad replacements not included in this result. |
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| 28 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 166900 miles driven Refreshed for this model year.2005 |
Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan | Join or sign in to view | see reported repairs | ||
| 28 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 166900 miles driven Refreshed for this model year. |
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Brand Reputation of the Dodge Grand Caravan
| Dodge Grand Caravan Brand Reputation: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Dodge has been making these vehicles longer than any other, they have much experience with these vehicles. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I bought Dodge only because Ford was involved in supporting homosexuality. If I had waited until now I would have bought a Ford. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| 2002 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 215-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Most popular and plenty availability of parts and service facilities see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| Dodge Grand Caravan Brand Reputation: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
THEY DO NOT STAND behind their vehicle as one would expect from a manufacturer of a BRAND NEW Mini-Van. My last Dodge/Chrysler after 24 years of purchasing...as many of the family too. Employee or not discount or not...NO THANKS! We are going elsewhere. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
2008 seems to have had many bad reviews and JD Power reliability is rated only 2 of 5. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The reputation though well deserved of inferior products. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| 2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 207-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Web reports/research states that oil consumption problem is not normal and one should worry about long term durability of the engine. Other research shows Daimler-Chrysler has overall quality and safety issues. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| 2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 180-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Extremely poor reliability expectations of virtually every component on the vehicle. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Brand Reputation of the Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI Brand Reputation: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I always see Volkswagens as great, reliable cars. The GTI is special because of its utility and performance. see full Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
german built, soild car see full Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch 250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed automated manual AWD |
Like the 2004 R32, the 2008 R32 had a limited production run of 5000, most of which are now sold. The R32 is really a well balanced "mini grand touring" car; without the stigma of being a "rice racer" like the Evo or STi. A great car for road and track! see full Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2005 | 2dr Hatch 200-horsepower 2.8L V6 6-speed manual FWD |
VW builds a quality car, besides their electrical issues, which I have not had in either of my last two GTIs. see full Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2004 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD |
VW, to me, means smart and sophisticated; while, at the same time, being practical and understated. Owning one shows you know automobiles without having to shout about it. VWs are not appliances. see full Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI review |
| Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI Brand Reputation: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2016 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Low reliability see full Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2013 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
VW does not have that great a reputation in the U.S. This is a shame because the Golf really seems to be a well-made vehicle. Time will tell whether it holds up, but there are many horror stories of poor service, poor dealers, and the factory not standing behind their warranties. I'm hoping that VW has improved their ways, but this remains a major sticking point. see full Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
VW dealerships have one of the worst reps. for fair service prices. The dealer I saw was great on the test drive front, but I feared the service desk a few years down the line. see full Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Too many people, VW are still seen as nice cars that break often see full Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI review |
