A redesigned version of the Grand Caravan debuted for 2008 with fresh—though familiar—styling, numerous improvements and lower pricing. However, it comes in only a long-wheelbase model. A rather harsh 175-hp 3.3-liter V6 engine and four-speed automatic transmission comes standard; we prefer models with either the carryover 197-hp 3.8-liter V6 or the new 251-hp 4.0-liter V6, both of which come with a refined six-speed automatic. The van’s performance remains good overall but a notch behind the Honda Odyssey. Where the Grand Caravan—and its sister vehicle, the Chrysler Town & Country—beats all comers is in its family-friendly features. These include available second-row seats that pivot to face the third row, with a removable table that installs between them. Other noteworthy new options include a dual DVD system, which plays different media simultaneously, and the Sirius Backseat TV system, which delivers three channels of kids’ programming for in-vehicle use.