Chrysler Grand Caravan (2025)

• Engine: 3.6L Pentastar V6 (287 hp)
• Transmission: 9-speed automatic
• Drivetrain: FWD only
• Towing Capacity: Up to 3,600 lb

Honda Odyssey (2026)

• Engine: 3.5L V6 (280 hp)
• Transmission: 10-speed automatic
• Drivetrain: FWD only
• Towing Capacity: Up to 3,500 lb

Verdict: Both deliver smooth, quiet power. Grand Caravan holds a slight edge in horsepower and towing.

Grand Caravan

• Seats 7
• Stow ’n Go fold-flat 2nd and 3rd rows (no seat removal needed)
• Up to ~3,975 L cargo capacity (seats down)
• Manual-sliding doors (SXT), power optional

Odyssey

• Seats 7–8
• Magic Slide 2nd-row seats (removable, repositionable)
• ~3,984 L cargo capacity
• Power-sliding doors standard

Verdict: Odyssey has slicker seat tech, but only Grand Caravan lets you fold both rows into the floor for a fast switch from people to cargo.

Grand Caravan

• 7″ Uconnect touchscreen
• Apple CarPlay / Android Auto
• Optional rear-seat DVD
• Dual-zone climate control

Odyssey

• 8″ Display Audio system
• Apple CarPlay / Android Auto
• Optional CabinWatch (in-cabin child view camera)
• CabinTalk intercom system

Verdict: Odyssey wins for tech-rich options. Grand Caravan keeps things simple and functional at a family-friendly price.

Grand Caravan

• Rearview camera
• Available blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-path detection
• No standard full ADAS suite

Odyssey

• Honda Sensing standard on all trims: forward collision warning, adaptive cruise, lane keep assist
• Available rear-seat reminder, parking sensors

Verdict: Odyssey is safety-forward across all trims. Grand Caravan offers essentials but trails in standard advanced driver aids.

Grand Caravan

• Built on Pacifica platform
• Smooth, quiet ride tuned for city and highway
• Less insulation than Odyssey but still refined

Odyssey

• More car-like handling
• Better road noise suppression
• Slightly tighter turning radius

Verdict: Odyssey offers a more premium on-road feel. Grand Caravan is still plenty smooth for daily drives and school runs.

Chrysler Grand Caravan

• SXT base trim: ~$43,000 CAD
• Payment-friendly plans from ~$130/week O.A.C.

Honda Odyssey

• EX: ~$51,000 CAD
• Touring: ~$60,000 CAD

Verdict: Grand Caravan is the value leader, especially for budget-conscious Windsor families.

Choose Grand Caravan if you:

• Want affordable space and smart storage
• Love the simplicity of Stow ’n Go seating
• Prefer a straightforward, Canadian-built minivan

Choose Odyssey if you:

• Value luxury touches and advanced safety tech
• Want Magic Slide seats for kid access
• Are ready to invest in top-tier features

Both the 2025 Chrysler Grand Caravan and 2026 Honda Odyssey serve up serious space, family utility and long-haul comfort. But they serve slightly different audiences.

Grand Caravan is the smart-value workhorse—trusted, easy to clean, and easy to finance. Odyssey is the refined tech van—loaded with innovation for busy, modern families.

At Provincial Chrysler, we know minivans better than anyone—after all, they’re built right here in Windsor. We serve families from Kingsville to Comber with real advice, flexible financing, and no pressure.

Book your test-drive today and explore the van that fits your family’s rhythm.

1. Does the Grand Caravan still have Stow ’n Go?

Yes! Both 2nd- and 3rd-row seats fold completely into the floor.

2. Which van is safer?

Odyssey includes more standard active safety features, though Grand Caravan covers the basics well.

3. Can I fit a stroller, hockey gear, and groceries in either?

Yes—both offer nearly 4,000 litres of cargo space with seats down.

4. Where are these vans built?

Grand Caravan is built in Windsor, Ontario. Odyssey is built in Alabama, USA.

5. Which van is more affordable?

Grand Caravan starts around $8,000–$10,000 less than the Odyssey, depending on trim.