Minivans: Mazda, Toyota or Dodge?
I'm looking for a minivan. And I'm confused between a 2007 Toyota Sienna (145000 Km), a 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (75000 Km) and a 2012 Mazda 5 (52000 Km). Both Toyota and Mazda are basic models, while the Dodge has some extra options like back up camera and DVD. While I like the Toyota Sienna minivans, I'm not able to afford a newer one for now. Which one should I consider, especially for reliability and resale value (I'm planning to sell this minivan and get a newer Toyota Sienna or Honda Odyssey in the near future).
Toyota
Keep in mind the Mazda 5 is more of a microvan than a minivan. I'd get the Mazda 5 if you are fine with having 6 seats. But otherwise a Sienna or Oddessey is better. The Grand Caravan is an unreliable piece of junk that has has the same problems since the 80s. A contractor I know that has had one said his Grand Caravan has spent as much time in the shop as it has been on the road.
The Sienna
The Mazda is more of a "mini-minivan". It's smaller compared to any other minivan. It can barely fit an adult in the last row but if you don't mind it's smaller size/capacity, it's also a good choice.
I wouldn't buy a Caravan if you want reliability and resale value. The only reason why it seems popular is because it's lower price tag is appealing, quality wise it's no where near as good as a foreign brand minivan. The resale value is also very low like most American brand cars, a used Caravan is worth much less than a similar year/condition/mileage foreign brand minivan.
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