Dodge Durango is a seven-seat large-size vehicle in the Performance SUV category. For the 2016 model year, there are five trim-lines to choose from with two different gas engines that produce from 293 to 360 horsepower. EPA-estimated annual regular gasoline expense is $2,700 to $3,800, which over the course of five years will cost you $8,500 in extra fuel spending. Dodge Durango has received a 4-stars crash rating from NHTSA.
2016 Durango has a relatively long wheelbase ( 119.8 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively heavier, too, with curb weight of 4756 - 5331 lbs.
2016 Durango seats seven adults. It has class-leading first-row passenger room on only one measurement - hips - and larger than average room for first-row passengers on legs and shoulders. When it comes to second-row passenger room, Durango falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. Cargo volume behind second-row seats is larger than average among its peers with 47.7 cu. ft.
Trim | 2016 Durango SXT | 2016 Durango Limited | 2016 Durango Citadel | 2016 Durango R/T | 2016 Durango Anodized Platinum |
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Starging MSRP | $30,495 | $36,995 | $41,295 | $41,995 | $42,390 |
Engine | 3.6L V-6 | 3.6L V-6 | 3.6L V-6 | 5.7L V-8 | 3.6L V-6 |
HP | 293 hp | 293 hp | 295 hp | 360 hp | 295 hp |
Drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
City | 19 MPG | 19 MPG | 19 MPG | 14 MPG | 19 MPG |
Highway | 26 MPG | 26 MPG | 26 MPG | 22 MPG | 26 MPG |
Combined | 21 MPG | 21 MPG | 21 MPG | 17 MPG | 21 MPG |
Annual Fuel Cost | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 | $3,800 | $2,700 |
2016 Durango SUV comes in five trim levels, with an average price that is $1,710 less compared to its rivals. With a heavier body, and on average more powerful engine, Durango
2016 Durango SUV has a 4-star NHTSA overall crash safety rating, which is higher than the average among other competing models. Furthermore, it has higher than average ratings for all three crash tests: Front, Side, and Side Plole. Customers have filed one hundred and forty-five complaints, which is less than the average for its rivals. There are also three recalls issued by Dodge, which by itself is a relatively low number.