Pros: Overall road manners and maneuverability are superior to most large SUVs; V6 engine delivers good highway fuel economy for a vehicle of this size and heft; comfortable, nicely finished cabin
Cons: Not quite as spacious as other large SUVs; thirsty in city driving, especially with available Hemi V8
CG Says: For 2017, the Dodge Durango changes the name of its most popular model from Limited to GT. New options include a rearview camera that can view trailers and a hand-wrapped, soft-touch instrument panel. The 3rd-row seat is now optional on the SXT and SXT Plus models. Seven-passenger seating remains standard on other models. The Durango has something for just about every type of large-SUV shopper. The base SXT has a lot of features for the money, while GT and Citadel add worthwhile luxury and convenience items. We’re not especially high on the sporty R/T, but we can see its appeal for those who crave brawny style and maximum performance.
| Class | Large SUV |
| Body Style(s) | 4-door wagon |
| Passenger Count | 5-7 |
| Drive Wheels | rear-wheel drive, all-wheel drive |
| Manufacturer | Dodge |
| Nation of Manufacture | USA |
| Base Prices | SXT: $29,995 AWD SXT: $32,595 SXT Plus: $32,195 AWD SXT Plus: $34,795 GT: $37,495 AWD GT: $40,095 Citadel: $41,395 AWD Citadel: $43,995 R/T: $42,095 AWD R/T: $44,695 |
| Base Engine 3.6-liter V6 |
| Horsepower 290 |
| Std. Transmission 8-speed automatic |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 18-19 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 25-26 |
| Optional Engine 5.7-liter V8 |
| Horsepower 360 |
| Std. Transmission 8-speed automatic |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 14 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 22 |
