Plymouth Caravelle

19851989 · 18 configurations

Lowest
19
Average
21
Best
23

The Plymouth Caravelle has been tested by the EPA across 18 different configurations spanning model years 1985 through 1989. Over this period, the Caravelle has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 19 MPG to 23 MPG, with an overall average of 21 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
1989
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,600212623MPG
1989
2.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdPremium
$3,650172219MPG
1989
2.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,700202622MPG
1988
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdPremium
$3,450182320MPG
1988
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,600212623MPG
1988
2.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,700202622MPG
1987
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,850202421MPG
1987
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdPremium
$3,650172219MPG
1987
2.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,850192521MPG
1986
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdPremium
$3,650182219MPG
1986
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,700212422MPG
1986
2.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,850202321MPG
1985
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,850192321MPG
1985
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdPremium
$3,650172219MPG
1985
2.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,150182119MPG
1985
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,850202421MPG
1985
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdPremium
$3,650182219MPG
1985
2.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,150182119MPG

Historical Efficiency

1989
23
1988
23
1987
21
1986
22
1985
21

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Caravelle) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Plymouth Caravelle. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Plymouth Plymouth Caravelle grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
1
Total Deaths
2

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
100.0%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
0.0%
DUI Involved
0.0%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

0%
Front
0%
Side
0%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2018
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
2.00

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

1986
1
1985
3
Critical
Moderate
Advisory