DODGE DURANGO

OVERVIEW

• Manufacturer:

Chrysler Corporation (1998)

DaimlerChrysler (1998–2007)

Chrysler LLC (2007–2009)

Chrysler Group LLC (2009, 2011–2014)

FCA US LLC (2014–2021)

Stellantis North America (2021–present)

• Production:

1997–2009

2010–present

BODY AND CHASSIS

• Class:

Mid-size SUV (1998-2003)

Full-size SUV (2004-2009; 2011-present)

crossover SUV (2011-present)

• Layout:

Front engine, rear-wheel drive / Four-wheel drive

• Related:

Dodge Dakota/Dodge Ram (1998-2009)

Jeep Grand Cherokee (2011-present)

POWERTRAIN

• Engine:

3.6 L Pentastar V6

5.7 L Hemi V8

6.4 L Hemi 392 Apache V8

6.2 L SRT Hellcat V8-S

• Transmission:

5-speed W5A580 automatic

5-speed 545RFE automatic

6-speed 65RFE automatic

8-speed 845RE automatic (2014-17 Pentastar 2018-on 850RE )

8-speed 8HP70 automatic (2014- Hemi)

DIMENSIONS

• Wheelbase:9 in (3,045 mm)
• Length:8 in (5,075 mm)
• Width:8 in (1,925 mm)
• Height:9 in (1,801 mm)

HISTORY

• First Generation (1998-2003)

The Durango was marketed as a sturdy truck-based SUV designed to hold up to seven passengers and tow up to 7,500 lb (3,400 kg) when properly equipped. The Durango shared a front end, instrument panel, and front seats with the Dakota pickup on which it was based, and its taillights and liftgate handle with Chrysler’s minivan models of the time.

Original designs of the eight-passenger Durango featured a rear-facing third-row similar to many older station wagons. To make room for a more practical forward-facing third row, Dodge shortened the length of the front doors and raised the roof two inches (5 cm) beyond the front seats, allowing for stadium seating. The Durango’s roof rack was designed to mask the appearance of the raised roof.

• Second Generation (2004-2009)

The second-generation Durango was first shown as a concept dubbed Dodge Durango R/T concept at the 2003 Detroit Auto Show. It debuted shortly before the companion Dakota. Like the Dakota, it has much in common with the large Dodge Ram pickup, including a fully boxed frame.

It is 7 in (180 mm) longer, 2 in (51 mm) wider, and 3 in (76 mm) taller than the previous model. It also offered a third-row bench with three seats, giving it an eight-seat capacity. The design took its styling primarily from the Dodge Powerbox concept, which was itself based on the 1999 Dodge Power Wagon concept, and the 2003-2004 Durango R/T concept.

• Third Generation (2009-present)

After announcing the discontinuation of the Durango after the 2009 model year, Dodge released an Internet site and teaser photos of the third-generation Dodge Durango on August 16, 2010.

The 2011 Dodge Durango entered production on December 14, 2010, alongside the second-generation Charger in the 2011 vehicle lineup. It went on sale for general dealership availability in mid-January 2011.

MORE INFORMATION ABOUT DODGE DURANGO

The Dodge Durango is a three-row full-size sport utility vehicle (SUV) produced by Dodge. The first two generations were very similar in that both were based on the Dodge Dakota and Ram Pickup, both featured a body-on-frame construction and both were produced at the Newark Assembly Plant in Newark, Delaware.

The third-generation Durango is built on the same platform as the Jeep Grand Cherokee, features unibody construction, and has been assembled at the Jefferson North Assembly Plant in Detroit, Michigan, since late 2010. It is currently the only SUV built by Dodge since the discontinuation of the Dodge Journey crossover as part of Dodge’s move to a performance-focused brand.

DODGE DURANGO MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

• Understanding Your Maintenance Schedule

Knowing your Dodge Durango maintenance schedule is important for the overall health of your vehicle. Maintenance schedules can be confusing to understand, so we’ve organized it in a way that is easy to navigate.

• Dodge Durango Maintenance Schedule

All of the following services should be met with the corresponding mileage, but remember to continue these services every time you add that mileage to your car. Conveniently, a lot of these services will happen to fall upon the same date, so you can knock out a lot of services in one simple visit.

• 8,000 Miles: At this time, you’ll need to have your tires inspected for wear and rotated.
• 16,000 Miles: At this specific interval, on top of an oil change, you’ll need to have your brake system, your exhaust system and your front suspension all inspected.
• 32,000 Miles: If your Dodge Durango features a 5.7-liter engine, than you’ll need to have your spark plugs replaced. At this point, you’ll also need to replace your engine air cleaner filter.
• 64,000 Miles: When you reach this service interval, you’ll need to have your parking brake adjusted. You’ll also need to have your automatic transmission fluid and filter replaced if you use your Dodge Durango for towing or other heavy duty activities.
• 120,000 Miles: On top of everything that lines up during this service interval, you’ll need to have your CV joints inspected.
• 144,000 Miles: At this specific service interval, you’ll need to have your front axle fluid changed for your all-wheel drive Dodge Durango. If your Dodge Durango gets heavy off-road or towing use, you’ll also need to have your rear axle fluid replaced.

Source: wikipedia, freeholddodge.