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The Dodge Durango has a long and impressive history, dating back to its first-generation launch in 1997. Now in its third generation, this three-row SUV continues to delight drivers with its impressive power and capabilities. As your Dodge dealership, we’re going to take you on a tour of some of the many highlights of the 2024 Dodge Durango.
Under the Hood
The standard engine is a 3.6L Pentastar V6 that produces 295 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque. You also have the option to upgrade to a 5.7L HEMI V8 with 360 hp and 390 lb-ft of torque. If you’d like more power, the SRT 392 trim AWD has a 6.4L HEMI V8 with 475 hp and 470 lb-ft of torque.
For the ultimate engine for your Durango, the SRT Hellcat AWD offers a 6.2L supercharged HEMI V8 with 710 hp and 645 lb-ft of torque. The standard transmission with all engines is 8-speed, and RWD is standard, although AWD is available. AWD is standard on the SRT 392 and SRT Hellcat.
Towing
The Durango has a varied towing capacity depending on engine size and drivetrain. The 3.6L V6 can tow up to 6,200 pounds when fully equipped. This rises to 7,400 pounds with the 5.7L V8 and 8,700 pounds with the 6.4L V8 and supercharged 6.2L V8.
Fuel Economy
Powerful engines like the V6 and especially the V8 can be very thirsty, but these Dodge engines have high-tech features to provide you with the best fuel economy. The 3.6L with RWD reaches 19 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway, and the AWD version is slightly down at 18 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway.
The 5.7L V8 achieves 14 mpg in the city and 22 mpg on the highway on both RWD and AWD versions. The larger 6.4L V8 is only available in AWD and hits 13 mpg in the city and 19 mpg on the highway. The ultimate engine, the supercharged 6.2L V8, scores 12 mpg in the city and 17 mpg on the highway.
Interior Comfort
The interior is roomy, with more than enough space for seven people. The front seating area, for example, provides 39.9″ of headroom and 40.3″ of legroom for each seat. The second row, in comparison, offers a comfortable 39.8″ of headroom and 38.6″ of legroom.
Cargo Capacity
One of the main reasons to choose an SUV is the cargo area. The trunk space is 17.2 cubic feet, which rises to 43.3 cubic feet with the third row folded down. If you fold the second-row seating, space balloons to 85.1 cubic feet.
These are just a few reasons to choose the Durango, but there are many more. Book a test drive with us today at Snethkamp CDJR in Redford, MI.
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