These are standard specifications for the 2012 Dodge Journey, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
4 Automatic Overdrive
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
For additional safety information and testing procedures, please visit the NHTSA website.
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Front Wheel (standard), AWD |
| Transverse | |
| Production Years for Series : | 2008 - |
| Price : | MSRP: $18,995-30,295 Invoice: $18,855-28,871 |
| Weight : | 5475 lbs | 2483.418 kg |
| Introduced At : | 2007 Frankfurt Motorshow |
Performance
| Coefficient of Drag : | 0.368 |
Engine & Transmission
| Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 2360 cc | 144.0 cu in. | 2.4 L. |
| Power : | 173 BHP (127.328 KW) @ 6000 RPM |
| Torque : | 166 Ft-Lbs (225 NM) @ 4400 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.5 in | 88 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.8 in | 97 mm. |
| Compression : | 10.5:1 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
| Cylinder Block : | Aluminum |
| Cylinder Head : | Cast-Aluminum |
| Sequential, Multi-Port, Electronic, Returnless | |
| Redline : | 6500 RPM |
| V 6 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 3605 cc | 220.0 cu in. | 3.6 L. |
| Power : | 283 BHP (208.288 KW) @ 6400 RPM |
| Torque : | 260 Ft-Lbs (353 NM) @ 4400 RPM |
| Bore : | 96.0 mm | 3.78 in. |
| Stroke : | 83.0 mm | 3.268 in. |
| Compression : | 10.2:1 |
| Valvetrain : | 24 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
| Construction : | Aluminum block and head |
| Sequential Multiport Fuel Injection | |
| Redline : | 6800 RPM |
4 Automatic Overdrive
Gear Ratios
| 1st Gear : | 2.842 |
| 2nd Gear : | 1.57 |
| 3rd Gear : | 1.0 |
| 4th Gear : | 0.69 |
Handling
Safety
| NHTSA Crash-Test Results | |
|---|---|
| 2012 Dodge Journey SUV FWD | |
| Frontal driver : |  |
| Frontal passenger : |  |
| Side driver : | |
| Side rear passenger : | |
| Rollover 2 Wheel Drive : | Risk of Rollover 18.5% |
| 2012 Dodge Journey SUV 4WD | |
| Rollover 4 Wheel Drive : | Risk of Rollover 17.9% |
Recall
| Component | STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Mfr Report Date | 20070731 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 16V273000 |
| Summary | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured July 31, 2007, to November 12, 2016. After exposure to cold temperatures, the power steering return hose may rupture at engine start-up causing a loss of power steering assist. |
| Consequence | A loss of power steering assist may require extra steering effort, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering return hoses, steel tubes, and power steering oil cooler, free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S08. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Mfr Report Date | 20100719 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 15V431000 |
| Summary | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured July 19, 2010, to May 26, 2015 and equipped with 2.4L engines. In the affected vehicles, the engine cover may detach from the engine and contact the exhaust manifold. |
| Consequence | If the displaced engine cover contacts the exhaust manifold, there would be an increased risk of a vehicle fire. |
| Remedy | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install an improved mounting system for the engine cover, free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R32. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Mfr Report Date | 20101014 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 17V432000 |
| Summary | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the driver's frontal air bag may unexpectedly deploy if the air bag wiring harness gets chafed within the steering wheel and short circuits. |
| Consequence | Unexpected deployment of the driver's frontal air bag increases the risk of a crash or driver injury. |
| Remedy | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bag wiring within the steering wheel, replacing it if necessary. A protective cover will also be installed. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T47. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Mfr Report Date | 20120421 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 15V675000 |
| Summary | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured April 21, 2012, to April 14, 2015. In the affected vehicles, water may enter the wiring harness for the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module and leak into the module, disabling the ABS and/or the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system. |
| Consequence | If the ABS or ESC is disabled, a loss of vehicle stability could occur, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will seal the ABS wiring harness to prevent water from entering and will replace the ABS module and repair the headlamp and dash wiring harness, as necessary. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on December 21, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R61. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Data updated January 2023
2012 Averages
| Avg. Home : | $263,200 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $3.55 |
| Total Car Production : | 10,335,765 |
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What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2012 Dodge Journey?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2012 Dodge Journey? A: The 2012 Dodge Journey has a wheelbase size of 113.80 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2012 Dodge Journey? A: The 2012 Dodge Journey has a length of 192.40 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2012 Dodge Journey? A: The 2012 Dodge Journey has a width of 72.20 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2012 Dodge Journey have?A: The 2012 Dodge Journey has 40.80 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2012 Dodge Journey have?A: The 2012 Dodge Journey has legroom of 40.80 inches.Q: What is the 2012 Dodge Journey's towing capacity?A: The 2012 Dodge Journey has a towing capaicty of 1000.00 lbs.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2012 Dodge Journey? A: The 2012 Dodge Journey was a SUV.Q: How much did the 2012 Dodge Journey cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2012 Dodge Journey had an MSRP of $18,995 - $$30,295 (USD).Q: What engines did the 2012 Dodge Journey have? A: The 2012 Dodge Journey had the following engine options: Inline 4 (2360 cc | 144.0 cu in. | 2.4 L.) with 173 BHP (127.328 KW) @ 6000 RPM and 166 Ft-Lbs (225 NM) @ 4400 RPM V 6 (3605 cc | 220.0 cu in. | 3.6 L.) with 283 BHP (208.288 KW) @ 6400 RPM and 260 Ft-Lbs (353 NM) @ 4400 RPM Q: What transmission did the 2012 Dodge Journey have? A: The 2012 Dodge Journey had a 4 speed Automatic Overdrive gearbox.
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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2012 Dodge Journey? A: The 2012 Dodge Journey has a wheelbase size of 113.80 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2012 Dodge Journey? A: The 2012 Dodge Journey has a length of 192.40 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2012 Dodge Journey? A: The 2012 Dodge Journey has a width of 72.20 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2012 Dodge Journey have?A: The 2012 Dodge Journey has 40.80 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2012 Dodge Journey have?A: The 2012 Dodge Journey has legroom of 40.80 inches.Q: What is the 2012 Dodge Journey's towing capacity?A: The 2012 Dodge Journey has a towing capaicty of 1000.00 lbs.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2012 Dodge Journey? A: The 2012 Dodge Journey was a SUV.Q: How much did the 2012 Dodge Journey cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2012 Dodge Journey had an MSRP of $18,995 - $$30,295 (USD).Q: What engines did the 2012 Dodge Journey have? A: The 2012 Dodge Journey had the following engine options: Inline 4 (2360 cc | 144.0 cu in. | 2.4 L.) with 173 BHP (127.328 KW) @ 6000 RPM and 166 Ft-Lbs (225 NM) @ 4400 RPMSimilar Vehicles
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