A widebody design and a lowered suspension give them more gravitas than the workaday models and they feature a functional hood scoop. Now, the Durango R/T and SRT have their own styling that helps cement their sporting status. Durango Citadels keep the same shape but sub in perhaps too much chrome. Up front, Dodge’s crosshair-style grille still pokes gently above the headlights for a tall, Peterbilt look. Their long-roof look straddles the line between SUV and station wagon by channeling a little of the long-departed Dodge Magnum. The basic Durango SXT and GT carryover unchanged. Things are a bit different, if not necessarily any better or worse this year. We give it a point for its good-looking interior, too, which elevates it to a 7 out of 10 in our eyes. Graying nicely at its temples, the 2018 Dodge Durango still wears its big-rig styling with bravado. That’s the price to pay for what’s basically a hot-rod in family-friendly clothing. Similarly, its fuel economy is toward the bottom for three-row crossovers, especially with the optional V-8 engines. Unfortunately, the Durango’s design dates back to the 2011 model year, and although it offers some advanced safety equipment like automatic emergency braking at a reasonable price, its subpar crash-test scores reveal its age. Still, the Durango can seat up to seven with some luggage room behind the third row. However, the driveline hump covering the driveshaft that shuttles power rearward intrudes into the cabin, reducing its passenger and cargo-hauling utility. With its rear-wheel-drive design, the Durango is inherently sportier than competitors like the Honda Pilot and Nissan Pathfinder. Most Durangos use a 3.6-liter, 293-hp V-6 paired to an 8-speed automatic, but the R/T comes with a 360-hp V-8 that endows it with a 7,400 pound maximum towing capacity. Rear-wheel drive is standard and all-wheel drive is optional. Find out more about our advertising opportunities.Every Durango rides on a stretched version of the Jeep Grand Cherokee’s underpinnings, but the Dodge is the only one with a third row of seats. Advertise Advertising on is well-targeted, has unique benefits, and is highly successful. Looking for something lighter? Read our funny complaints to see people who found humor in a bad situation. Vehicle Problems Find out what cars to avoid, view the latest problem trends, or keep up-to-date with the most recently reported problems. Contact us with any comments or concerns.
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Car Problem Resources Around the Site Information Find out more about us in the press or read stories from drivers who praise our work.The complaints are organized into groups with data published by vehicle, vehicle component, and specific problem. Read more » Date Announced Vehicles Affected 71Ĭ ® is an online automotive complaint resource that uses graphs to show automotive defect patterns, based on complaint data submitted by visitors to the site. If the incorrect park lock rod is installed, the transmission may not shift into 'PARK' and keep the vehicle from moving, increasing the risk of unintended vehicle movement and the risk of a crash. RECALL: Incorrect Transmission Park Rods Installed.Read more » Date Announced Vehicles Affected 4,815,661 If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash. RECALL: Cruise Control Cannot Be Cancelled.Read more » Date Announced Vehicles Affected 12,779 RECALL: Voltage Regulator May Fail And Cause StallĪ vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.If you have questions about a recall, write down your VIN & then call Dodge customer service. Recalls don't cost you anything to get fixed, but most are time-limited, so if your car is affected you should call your local Dodge service department immediately! The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what they cover and the recommended solutions. Official recalls have been issued for the 2018 Dodge Durango by the NHTSA.