Dodge Durango



Overview of the Dodge Durango
Learn about the Dodge DurangoSummary
The Dodge Durango may look like other SUVs, but with what’s under the hood, it’s ready to race. With the choice of three large engines, including two V8 HEMI options, the sporty Durango can not only perform on the highway but can tow up to 8,700 lbs with the right equipment package. With up to three rows of seating and many technologically advanced safety features, the Dodge Durango is a performance car disguised as an SUV. While the powerful engine delivers an impressive amount of speed and torque, it does increase fuel consumption, particularly in HEMI models.
Safety
Standard in many newer Durangos from 2013 onwards are features such as blind spot monitoring, to warn of any obstacle out of the driver’s view, and rear cross-traffic alerts, notifying you of movement beside the car when reversing. Backup cameras are available to make it easier to reverse this sizeable vehicle. Depending on the model year, additional safety options for recent Dodge Durangos include:
- Lane-keeping assist to notify you when you’re about to leave your lane and automated emergency braking (as of 2018)
- Adaptive cruise control, to keep a safe distance from the cars ahead of you (new on the R/T as of 2013)
- Forward collision warning, which alerts you and applies brakes to reduce the probability of an accident (comes with the Citadel trim as of 2013)
- Auto-levelling headlamps, which adjust for inclines
Dodge Durangos from 2008 offer full-time all-wheel drive, along with many front and rear airbags for added stability and protection.
Interior
While Dodge’s advertising for this model says that they were more concerned with performance than cupholders, the Durango interior is still designed with comfort in mind. In newer models, the second row is slightly higher than the first, creating stadium seating for the second and third rows. A heated steering wheel along with a power rear liftgate and auto-dimming mirror can be added to later model Durangos, but you can enjoy heated front seats on the Leather Interior Group package on models as old as 2009.
Technology
In addition to the newest models being compatible with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integrated, the Dodge Durango boasts the UConnect system for voice-activated tasks, such as:
- Voice-guided navigation
- Creating calendar appointments, setting timers and replying to emails and messages
Bluetooth and cabled connectivity make it easy to access devices in the Durango. A 7-inch, easy-to-use infotainment screen is available as an option to keep rear passengers entertained.
Space
The Durango has three rows of seating but is configured in a way that allows for almost 50 variations of space for passengers and cargo. Second-row captain’s style seats make for more comfortable road trips, but those headrests reduce visibility for the driver. The third row of seating is surprisingly spacious and appropriate not only for small children, though taller adults may want to bypass it, except for short drives.
Comfort
With its rear-wheel drive and sport suspension, the Dodge Durango is a swift and comfortable ride. Its longer body means increased room for passengers and cargo, but it’s bulky to manoeuvre in tight spaces. Standard 4x4 drive means that the Durango is sure on its feet, safely handling a variety of weather and road conditions. This SUV is more versatile and athletic with the larger V8 HEMI engine—optional from 2004 models and onwards—but its fuel efficiency declines with that option. Depending on whether you are moving people or towing boats, campers or large trailers, the smaller V6 engine might have enough muscle for you.
Pros and cons of the Dodge Durango
- Three high-performance engine choices
- User-friendly communication tech
- Standard all-wheel drive
- High fuel consumption
- Rear headrests can hamper driver visibility
- Can be difficult to manoeuvre in confined spaces
Safety ratings of the Dodge Durango

Safety ratings provided by NHTSA
- Frontal crash rating
- Side crash rating
- Rollover rating
- Number of airbags7
Specifications of the Dodge Durango
Key specifications available across all trim levels- Seats5 - 7
- Doors5
- Fuel typeGas
- TransmissionAutomatic
- City consumption12.4 - 18.3 L/100km
- Highway consumption8.3 - 12.6 L/100km
- Width1924 - 1925 mm
- Length5075 - 5110 mm
- Trunk space487 - 490 L
- Cargo space2390 - 2393 L
Trims available with the Dodge Durango
What is a trim? Trims are different options of the same car with different features and equipment. The specs depend on the trim you choose.This variant of the Dodge Durango 2011 - present is available in 11 trims:Heat trim features and specs
Available with the Heat trim:
- 2 climate zones
- Leather steering wheel (optional)
- Multifunction steering wheel (optional)
- Spare wheel
Available across all trims:
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Electric windows
- Power steering
Available with the Heat trim:
- Sunroof (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Fog lights
- Four-wheel drive
- Short wheel base
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Dimming interior mirror
- Disc brakes
- Dusk sensor
- Electronic traction control
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the Heat trim:
- CD player
- MP3-CD player
- Rear sensors (optional)
- Rear view camera (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Bluetooth
- Computer
- Cruise control
- Hill start assist
- Power door locks
- Radio
- USB port for front passengers
Crew Plus trim features and specs
Available with the Crew Plus trim:
- 3 climate zones
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Emergency wheel
- Front seats have lumbar support
- Heated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- ISOFIX installation points
- Leather steering wheel
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Passenger seat has lumbar support
- Spare wheel (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Electric windows
- Power steering
Available with the Crew Plus trim:
- Roof bars
- Roof rails
- Sunroof (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Fog lights
- Four-wheel drive
- Short wheel base
Available with the Crew Plus trim:
- Collision warning system (optional)
- Fatigue warning system (optional)
- Lane departure warning (optional)
- Overtaking sensors (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Dimming interior mirror
- Disc brakes
- Dusk sensor
- Electronic traction control
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the Crew Plus trim:
- Adaptive cruise control (optional)
- CD player
- Electric tailgate
- Keyless entry
- MP3-CD player
- Navigation system (optional)
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
Available across all trims:
- Bluetooth
- Computer
- Cruise control
- Hill start assist
- Power door locks
- Radio
- USB port for front passengers
Limited trim features and specs
Available with the Limited trim:
- 3 climate zones
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Emergency wheel
- Front seats have lumbar support (optional)
- Heated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- Heated steering wheel
- ISOFIX installation points
- Leather steering wheel
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Paddle shifters
- Passenger seat has lumbar support
- Spare wheel (optional)
- Ventilated front seats (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Electric windows
- Power steering
Available with the Limited trim:
- High-beam assist (optional)
- LED daytime running lights
- Roof bars
- Roof rails
- Sunroof (optional)
- Xenon headlights (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Fog lights
- Four-wheel drive
- Short wheel base
Available with the Limited trim:
- Knee airbag
- Overtaking sensors (optional)
- Rain sensor (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Dimming interior mirror
- Disc brakes
- Dusk sensor
- Electronic traction control
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the Limited trim:
- CD disc changer (optional)
- CD player (optional)
- Keyless entry
- MP3-CD player (optional)
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- Touchscreen
Available across all trims:
- Bluetooth
- Computer
- Cruise control
- Hill start assist
- Power door locks
- Radio
- USB port for front passengers
SXT trim features and specs
Available with the SXT trim:
- 3 climate zones
- Cargo barrier (optional)
- Driver seat has lumbar support (optional)
- Electrically adjustable front seats (optional)
- Emergency wheel
- Front seats have lumbar support (optional)
- Heated front seats (optional)
- Heated steering wheel (optional)
- ISOFIX installation points
- Leather steering wheel (optional)
- Multifunction steering wheel (optional)
- Paddle shifters (optional)
- Spare wheel (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Electric windows
- Power steering
Available with the SXT trim:
- LED daytime running lights (optional)
- Roof bars (optional)
- Roof rails (optional)
- Standard roof
- Sunroof (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Fog lights
- Four-wheel drive
- Short wheel base
Available with the SXT trim:
- Knee airbag (optional)
- Overtaking sensors (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Dimming interior mirror
- Disc brakes
- Dusk sensor
- Electronic traction control
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the SXT trim:
- Android Auto (optional)
- Apple CarPlay
- CD disc changer (optional)
- CD player (optional)
- Keyless entry (optional)
- MP3-CD player (optional)
- Navigation system (optional)
- Rear sensors (optional)
- Rear view camera (optional)
- Touchscreen
- WiFi (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Bluetooth
- Computer
- Cruise control
- Hill start assist
- Power door locks
- Radio
- USB port for front passengers
Platinum trim features and specs
Available with the Platinum trim:
- 3 climate zones
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Emergency wheel
- Heated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- Heated steering wheel
- ISOFIX installation points
- Leather steering wheel
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Paddle shifters
- Passenger seat has lumbar support
- Spare wheel (optional)
- Ventilated front seats
Available across all trims:
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Electric windows
- Power steering
Available with the Platinum trim:
- Bi-Xenon headlights
- High-beam assist
- LED daytime running lights
- Roof bars
- Roof rails
- Standard roof
- Sunroof
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Fog lights
- Four-wheel drive
- Short wheel base
Available with the Platinum trim:
- Collision warning system (optional)
- Collision warning system with automatic braking (optional)
- Knee airbag
- Lane departure warning (optional)
- Overtaking sensors (optional)
- Rain sensor
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Dimming interior mirror
- Disc brakes
- Dusk sensor
- Electronic traction control
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the Platinum trim:
- Adaptive cruise control (optional)
- CD disc changer (optional)
- Electric tailgate
- Keyless entry
- MP3-CD player (optional)
- Navigation system (optional)
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- Touchscreen
Available across all trims:
- Bluetooth
- Computer
- Cruise control
- Hill start assist
- Power door locks
- Radio
- USB port for front passengers
GT trim features and specs
Available with the GT trim:
- 3 climate zones
- Cargo barrier (optional)
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Emergency wheel
- Heated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- Heated steering wheel
- ISOFIX installation points
- Leather steering wheel
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Paddle shifters
- Passenger seat has lumbar support
- Spare wheel (optional)
- Ventilated front seats (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Electric windows
- Power steering
Available with the GT trim:
- High-beam assist (optional)
- LED daytime running lights
- Roof bars
- Roof rails
- Standard roof
- Sunroof (optional)
- Xenon headlights (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Fog lights
- Four-wheel drive
- Short wheel base
Available with the GT trim:
- Collision warning system (optional)
- Collision warning system with automatic braking (optional)
- Knee airbag
- Lane departure warning (optional)
- Overtaking sensors (optional)
- Rain sensor (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Dimming interior mirror
- Disc brakes
- Dusk sensor
- Electronic traction control
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the GT trim:
- Adaptive cruise control (optional)
- Android Auto (optional)
- Apple CarPlay
- CD disc changer (optional)
- Electric tailgate (optional)
- Keyless entry
- MP3-CD player (optional)
- Navigation system (optional)
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- Touchscreen
- WiFi (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Bluetooth
- Computer
- Cruise control
- Hill start assist
- Power door locks
- Radio
- USB port for front passengers
Anodized Platinum trim features and specs
Available with the Anodized Platinum trim:
- 3 climate zones
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Emergency wheel
- Heated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- Heated steering wheel
- ISOFIX installation points
- Leather steering wheel
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Paddle shifters
- Passenger seat has lumbar support
- Spare wheel (optional)
- Ventilated front seats
Available across all trims:
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Electric windows
- Power steering
Available with the Anodized Platinum trim:
- High-beam assist
- LED daytime running lights
- Roof bars
- Roof rails
- Standard roof
- Sunroof
- Xenon headlights
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Fog lights
- Four-wheel drive
- Short wheel base
Available with the Anodized Platinum trim:
- Collision warning system (optional)
- Collision warning system with automatic braking (optional)
- Knee airbag
- Lane departure warning (optional)
- Overtaking sensors (optional)
- Rain sensor
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Dimming interior mirror
- Disc brakes
- Dusk sensor
- Electronic traction control
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the Anodized Platinum trim:
- Adaptive cruise control (optional)
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- CD disc changer (optional)
- Digital radio
- Electric tailgate
- Front sensors
- Front view camera
- Keyless entry
- MP3-CD player (optional)
- Navigation system
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- Touchscreen
- WiFi
Available across all trims:
- Bluetooth
- Computer
- Cruise control
- Hill start assist
- Power door locks
- Radio
- USB port for front passengers
SRT trim features and specs
Available with the SRT trim:
- 3 climate zones
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Emergency wheel (optional)
- Heated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- Heated steering wheel
- ISOFIX installation points
- Leather steering wheel
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Paddle shifters
- Passenger seat has lumbar support
- Spare wheel (optional)
- Ventilated front seats
- Ventilated rear seats (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Electric windows
- Power steering
Available with the SRT trim:
- High-beam assist
- LED daytime running lights
- Roof bars (optional)
- Roof rails (optional)
- Standard roof
- Sunroof (optional)
- Xenon headlights
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Fog lights
- Four-wheel drive
- Short wheel base
Available with the SRT trim:
- Collision warning system (optional)
- Collision warning system with automatic braking (optional)
- Knee airbag
- Lane departure warning (optional)
- Overtaking sensors (optional)
- Rain sensor
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Dimming interior mirror
- Disc brakes
- Dusk sensor
- Electronic traction control
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the SRT trim:
- Adaptive cruise control (optional)
- Android Auto (optional)
- Apple CarPlay
- CD disc changer (optional)
- Digital radio
- Electric tailgate
- Front sensors
- Front view camera
- Keyless entry
- MP3-CD player (optional)
- Navigation system
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- Touchscreen
- WiFi (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Bluetooth
- Computer
- Cruise control
- Hill start assist
- Power door locks
- Radio
- USB port for front passengers
Platinum Edition trim features and specs
Available with the Platinum Edition trim:
- 3 climate zones
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Emergency wheel
- Heated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- Heated steering wheel
- ISOFIX installation points
- Leather steering wheel
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Paddle shifters
- Passenger seat has lumbar support
- Spare wheel (optional)
- Ventilated front seats
- Ventilated rear seats (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Electric windows
- Power steering
Available with the Platinum Edition trim:
- High-beam assist
- LED daytime running lights
- Roof bars
- Roof rails
- Standard roof
- Sunroof
- Xenon headlights
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Fog lights
- Four-wheel drive
- Short wheel base
Available with the Platinum Edition trim:
- Collision warning system (optional)
- Collision warning system with automatic braking (optional)
- Knee airbag
- Lane departure warning (optional)
- Overtaking sensors (optional)
- Rain sensor
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Dimming interior mirror
- Disc brakes
- Dusk sensor
- Electronic traction control
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the Platinum Edition trim:
- Adaptive cruise control (optional)
- Android Auto (optional)
- Apple CarPlay
- CD disc changer (optional)
- Digital radio
- Electric tailgate
- Front sensors
- Front view camera
- Keyless entry
- MP3-CD player (optional)
- Navigation system
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- Touchscreen
- WiFi (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Bluetooth
- Computer
- Cruise control
- Hill start assist
- Power door locks
- Radio
- USB port for front passengers
R/T trim features and specs
Available with the R/T trim:
- 3 climate zones
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Front seats have lumbar support (optional)
- Heated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- Heated steering wheel (optional)
- ISOFIX installation points
- Leather steering wheel
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Paddle shifters (optional)
- Passenger seat has lumbar support
- Spare wheel
- Ventilated front seats (optional)
- Ventilated rear seats (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Electric windows
- Power steering
Available with the R/T trim:
- High-beam assist (optional)
- LED daytime running lights (optional)
- Roof bars (optional)
- Roof rails (optional)
- Standard roof
- Sunroof (optional)
- Xenon headlights
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Fog lights
- Four-wheel drive
- Short wheel base
Available with the R/T trim:
- Collision warning system (optional)
- Collision warning system with automatic braking (optional)
- Fatigue warning system (optional)
- Knee airbag (optional)
- Lane departure warning (optional)
- Overtaking sensors (optional)
- Rain sensor (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Dimming interior mirror
- Disc brakes
- Dusk sensor
- Electronic traction control
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the R/T trim:
- Adaptive cruise control (optional)
- Android Auto (optional)
- Apple CarPlay
- CD disc changer (optional)
- CD player (optional)
- Digital radio (optional)
- Electric tailgate
- Front sensors
- Front view camera
- Keyless entry
- MP3-CD player (optional)
- Navigation system (optional)
- Rear sensors (optional)
- Rear view camera (optional)
- Touchscreen
- WiFi (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Bluetooth
- Computer
- Cruise control
- Hill start assist
- Power door locks
- Radio
- USB port for front passengers
Citadel trim features and specs
Available with the Citadel trim:
- 3 climate zones
- Cargo barrier (optional)
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Emergency wheel
- Front seats have lumbar support
- Heated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- Heated steering wheel
- ISOFIX installation points
- Leather steering wheel
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Paddle shifters (optional)
- Passenger seat has lumbar support
- Spare wheel (optional)
- Ventilated front seats (optional)
- Ventilated rear seats (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Electric windows
- Power steering
Available with the Citadel trim:
- High-beam assist
- LED daytime running lights (optional)
- Roof bars
- Roof rails
- Standard roof
- Sunroof
- Xenon headlights
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Fog lights
- Four-wheel drive
- Short wheel base
Available with the Citadel trim:
- Collision warning system (optional)
- Collision warning system with automatic braking (optional)
- Fatigue warning system (optional)
- Knee airbag (optional)
- Lane departure warning (optional)
- Overtaking sensors (optional)
- Rain sensor
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Dimming interior mirror
- Disc brakes
- Dusk sensor
- Electronic traction control
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the Citadel trim:
- Adaptive cruise control (optional)
- Android Auto (optional)
- Apple CarPlay
- CD disc changer (optional)
- CD player (optional)
- Digital radio (optional)
- Electric tailgate
- Front sensors
- Front view camera
- Keyless entry
- MP3-CD player (optional)
- Navigation system (optional)
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- Touchscreen
- WiFi (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Bluetooth
- Computer
- Cruise control
- Hill start assist
- Power door locks
- Radio
- USB port for front passengers
Frequently asked questions about the Dodge Durango
The Dodge Durango has a third row of seats next to the cargo area, which can seat two adults comfortably.
Expect early model, previously-owned Durangos to cost at least $3,000. Prices can reach $90,000 for the latest fully-loaded Dodge Durango SRT.
The Dodge Durango seats up to seven passengers with an optional middle seat in the second row. Most of the seating is stow-and-go, which maximizes seating or storage capacity as needed.
The Dodge Durango has captain's chairs in the front and third row, and they are an option for the second row.
Original Durango design was pickup truck-based, but redesign later drove it firmly into the SUV camp. The Dodge Durango now pairs its truck-like strength with SUV comforts.