2023 Dodge Durango

The 2023 Dodge Durango is offered in seven different trims, with V6 or V8 engines and a choice between standard rear- and optional 4-wheel-drive throughout the model line. Base Durango SXT, and GT models come with a 293-horsepower or 295-horsepower, 3.6L V6; Citadel models come with the same standard V6 but can be optioned up to a 360-horsepower, 5.7L Hemi V8. R/T models come with the Hemi V8 as standard, while the top-of-the-line all-wheel-drive SRT is powered by a 475-horsepower 6.4L V8. The SRT Hellcat is powered by a 6.2L V8 engine that produces 718 horsepower and 645 lbs.-foot of torque.

All Durangos are equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The V6 engine features a system that will shut the engine off when at a stop and start it as soon as the driver releases the brake. Hemi V8-equipped Durangos feature a fuel-saver mode that aids fuel economy when coasting and low-speed cruising.

All models have 4-wheel disc brakes and ride on a short/long-arm front suspension with a rear multi-link arrangement. Both the front and rear of the Durango are isolated on cradles to allow comfort and control on rougher surfaces off the pavement and under load. SRT models benefit from Brembo 6-piston disc brakes and a Bilstein active-damping high-performance suspension.

Two different family-friendly layouts in the Durango permit both 6- or 7-passenger seating--depending on the second row, where a second-row bench is standard on most of the models, dual captain's chairs are available with two different console layouts, including one that permits easy access to the third row. There is a total of 85 cubic feet with both sets of rear seatbacks folded, which is enough to fit a 6-foot couch or a coffee table, according to Dodge. Otherwise, there are a total of 30 storage areas, including plenty of smaller cubbies.

The base SXT level comes with the 290-horsepower V6 engine, 18-inch alloy wheels, fog lamps, 5-passenger seating, a ParkView backup camera, 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, tri-zone climate control, heated mirrors, cruise control and Apple CarPlayAndroid Auto connectivity.

The GT brings a leather-wrapped steering wheel, power-adjustable seats, proximity entry and alarm as well as a Uconnect stereo with SiriusXM satellite radio and Bluetooth. ParkView back-up camera and ParkSense park-assist system are also included.

R/T models are a sporty option of the lineup and get the 360-horsepower Hemi V8 as standard, with 20-inch polished aluminum wheels, plus HID headlamps, a unique front fascia, special interior trim, remote starter, heated steering wheel, performance data recorder and an auto-leveling sport suspension to help provide the best ride possible considering the added power on the road.

The R/T infotainment system comes with a 506-watt sound system with nine Alpine speakers, 10.1 touchscreen, voice-activated navigation, 4g LTE Wi-fi hotspot capable, Amazon Alexa compatible, four USB ports and wireless charging pad.

The Citadel adds a power liftgate, heated front and rear seats, leather upholstery, a power sunroof, five USB ports, four 12-volt power sockets. Standard safety features include Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Detection, Forward Collision Warning and …
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