2022 Dodge Durango

The Dodge Durango continues to demonstrate its proven performance with a combination of uncompromised utility, advanced technology, class-leading towing, confident driving dynamics and iconic styling, making it the Dodge Charger of the three-row SUV segment.

For the 2022 model year, the Durango continues to offer modern exterior styling and a driver-oriented cockpit. Five-times-faster Uconnect 5 is available on the largest-in-class 10.1-inch touchscreen, which houses SRT Performance Pages on select models.

The Durango offers a range of engine options with its five distinct models, including the SXT, GT, Citadel, R/T and 475-horsepower SRT 392 – America's fastest, most powerful and most capable three-row SUV powered by the 392-cubic-inch HEMI® V-8 engine.

The Durango continues to have best-in-class towing capacity across its lineup: •The legendary 392-cubic-inch HEMI V-8 and classic 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engines with the Tow N Go Package outhaul every full-size, three-row SUV on the road, with a towing capability of 8,700 pounds.

•The award-winning 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine has a towing capability of 6,200 pounds.

Ranging from efficient V-6 power to the performance of the SRT 392, there is an option for every modern muscle-car performance enthusiast with a family. With the ability to seat up to seven in its three rows of seats, the Durango maintains its claim of being a family-friendly SUV, one equipped with Dodge muscle car attitude and extremely capable with best-in-class towing leadership at every trim level.

New for 2022:

•Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection are standard across the Durango lineup

•Durango SXT and GT models deliver more standard content: •SXT: Three-row, seven-passenger seating, power driver's seat, ParkSense rear park assist system and bright roof rails

•GT: Remote start system, heated front seats and steering wheel, and power liftgate

•Plus Group offers standard Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop, Advanced Brake Assist, Lane Departure Warning Plus and more standard content on GT and R/T models: •GT Plus: Memory system, rain-sensing automatic wipers, Bright cargo area scuff plates, leather seats with suede inserts and first and second-row heated seats

•R/T Plus: Nappa leather with perforated inserts and accent stitching, sunroof, Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking, Harman Kardon premium audio system and Premium Interior Package (includes premium wrapped instrument panel and Dinamica soft-touch headliner)

•Blacktop Package now includes the performance hood on the GT and P265/50R20 performance all-season tires on GT and R/T models

Highlights: •Intelligent powertrains deliver more performance than ever across the Durango lineup for 2022 with the standard eight-speed automatic transmission and a driver-oriented electronic shifter.

•The Durango lineup includes: •The 392-cubic-inch HEMI V-8 engine on the Durango SRT 392 delivers 475 horsepower and 470 lb.-ft. of torque, 4.4-second 0-60 mile per hour (mph) acceleration, NHRA-certified 12.9-second quarter-mile and best-in-class towing capability of 8,700 pounds

•The classic 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine, standard on the Durango R/T and available on the Citadel, produces a best-in-class 360 horsepower and 390 lb.-ft. of torque

•The award-winning 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine rated at up to 295 horsepower and 260 lb.-ft. of torque is standard on the Durango Citadel, GT and SXT

•Standard TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission, specifically calibrated for the Dodge Durango, optimizes shift points and delivers maximum torque to all four wheels: •The transmission takes into account variables, including engine torque gradients, kick-down events, longitudinal and lateral acceleration, grade changes, tire slip and downshift detection, to determine the appropriate transmission shift map. The end result is a fully adaptable performance experience

•For the ultimate driver-controlled experience, the transmission can be manually shifted using the performance-inspired steering-wheel paddle shifters

•On both the 392 HEMI V-8 and the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engines, Fuel Saver Technology with cylinder-deactivation seamlessly alternates between smooth, high-fuel-economy, four-cylinder mode and V-8 mode when more power is in demand

•Driver-oriented electronic T-shifter gives the driver intuitive gear selection and offers an Auto Stick selector gate for added control

•Dodge Durango's rear-wheel-drive-based drivetrain is the foundation for its outstanding on-road driving performance, providing weight balance front to rear and improving transfer of power to each wheel. Available all-wheel drive (AWD) further enhances driver confidence by leveraging the Durango's near perfect 50/50 weight distribution: •The Durango SRT 392 features standard AWD – greatly enhancing traction and handling

•Durango models equipped with the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine, AWD and the Trailer Tow Package feature a low-range transfer case with a neutral position:

◾Low range improves light off-road performance and helps ease maneuvers, such as pulling a boat up a steep launch or backing up with a trailer

◾The neutral position in the transfer case allows the vehicle to be flat-towed without damaging powertrain components

•The Durango SRT performance look is available with all powertrains. The performance front fascia with functional SRT hood, including center air inlet duct flanked by heat extractors, is standard with the Blacktop Package on the Durango GT powered by the 3.6-liter V-6 engine and on Durango R/T models powered by the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8

•A driver's SUV, the 2022 Dodge Durango delivers excitement and modernized refinement thanks to its world-class suspension, structural refinements and performance driving characteristics, all of which are usually found on premium performance SUVs at higher price points

•The Durango exterior is distinctly Dodge, maintaining its muscular body and iconic styling, blending SRT and muscle car DNA throughout the Durango lineup: •Durango's proud, forward-leaning profile captures some design cues from the Charger Widebody with the front fascia, LED low/high headlamps, LED daytime running lamp (DRL) signatures, sculpted hood, grille, rear spoiler and a variety of wheel options

•Front end creates a wide cross-car read, with an upper grille that flows into the slim headlamp shape:

◾The LED headlamps are slim and offer a modern shape, making Durango look more sinister

◾Fog lamps are raised to make the front end feel more alert and aggressive

•A variety of wheel options offered throughout the Durango lineup:

◾20-by-8-inch Fine Silver (GT and R/T)

◾20-by-8-inch Satin Carbon (Citadel); included with the SXT Platinum Package

◾20-by-10-inch Lights Out (included with Black Package on SRT 392; included with Blacktop Package on R/T Tow N Go)

◾20-by-8-inch Black Noise (included with Blacktop Package on SXT, GT, R/T)

•Along with its ultimate performance capabilities, the interior on the 2022 Dodge Durango continues to deliver uncompromised utility, advanced technology and aggressive styling: •The interior has a spacious feel and features a redesigned driver-centric cockpit, instrument panel, center console and front door uppers with seat memory switches for ease of access across the full Durango lineup

•The Challenger-inspired driver-oriented cockpit is refined, upscale and high-tech throughout, featuring an available, largest-in-class 10.1-inch touchscreen angled 7 degrees toward the driver: ◾Center stack features 10.1-inch touchscreen with Uconnect 5 system and is horizontally focused; mid-mounted switch bank is equipped with chrome stripped toggles ◾Comfort controls easier to access with dedicated heated and cooled seat buttons

◾Sporty feeling integrated toggle switches with bright accents

•Wrapped and accent-stitched mid-bolster on the instrument panel is featured throughout the entire Durango lineup

•On Durango GT models and up, each price class has an available wrapped instrument panel included in the Premium Group, standard on R/T Plus

•More refined and high-end vent details and decorative elements

•Center console offers more bin storage, soft-wrapped surround with accent stitch on all price classes, key fob storage and available, convenient wireless charging

•Variety of interior colors and finishes throughout the lineup:

◾SXT: Supernova applique

◾GT: Apex applique

◾R/T: Vitra Grey interior, Apex applique; Forged Carbon Fiber is optional

◾Citadel: Ebony Red, Crypto Sweep – laser-etched, Gloss Black applique

•The Durango R/T AWD equipped with the Tow N Go Package leverages SRT's menacing looks, 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 performance and unmatched towing with best-in-class towing of 8,700 pounds, an increased top speed of 145 mph, Track, Sport, Snow and Tow drive modes and a retuned SRT-performance exhaust with an unmistakable iconic Dodge exhaust rumble: •R/T AWD equipped with the Tow N Go Package also includes Performance Pages, retuned SRT active noise cancellation, Electronic Limited Slip Differential and SRT active damping suspension

•Updated styling includes SRT wheels and tires, black Brembo brakes, flares and sills, exhaust with tips and lower valence: ◾Standard 20-by-10-inch aluminum wheels in Matte Vapor finish ride on Pirelli Scorpion Zero all-season tires

•The Dodge Durango Citadel is the all-in luxury trim of the Durango lineup and delivers many premium features as standard equipment: •Durango Citadel offers two powertrain options, both include standard towing equipment: ◾The award-winning 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine rated at up to 295 horsepower and 260 lb.-ft. of torque is standard

◾The classic 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine, available on the Citadel, produces a best-in-class 360 horsepower and 390 lb.-ft. of torque

•Trailer-tow Group IV equipment is standard on Citadel with an integrated trailer brake switch, heavy-duty engine oil cooler, Class IV hitch receiver, rear load-leveling shocks and full-size spare tire with the Class IV trailer receiver and integrated brake controller

•The Citadel exterior features unique cues and accents, including: ◾Platinum chrome accents on door handles and mirror caps

◾20-by-8-inch Satin Carbon wheels

◾Dual rear exhaust with bright chrome tips

•With room for six people, the Citadel features heated and ventilated Nappa leather front and passenger seats with embossed 'Dodge stripes' // and heated second-row captain's chairs

•Largest-in-class 10.1-inch touchscreen with Uconnect 5 comes standard with TomTom navigation, Sirius XM Radio, wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto

•Full suite of safety features includes Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop, Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking, Advanced Brake Assist, LaneSense Lane Departure Warning with Lane Keep Assist

•10.1-inch touchscreen is nearly 20 percent larger than Uconnect 8.4-inch touchscreen and is standard on the Durango R/T, Citadel and SRT 392; optional on the GT with Premium Group: •Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard on all Durango models

•Available wireless charging keeps personal devices fully charged without cords cluttering up the cabin – standard on R/T, Citadel and SRT 392; optional on GT with Premium Group

•The Durango offers the Uconnect 5 system, which is five times faster, more connected, helpful, content-rich and adds greater personalization, making it the most advanced Uconnect system ever: •The Uconnect 5 system includes unique appearances and features specific to the Durango, including: ◾Unique Dodge-themed appearance with black and red accents

◾Vehicle icon on the category bar features Durango graphic

•SRT models have additional unique appearance features and Easter eggs, including:

◾Unique SRT 'Smoke Show' start-up animation

◾Climate control page features Dodge stripe adjustable climate control icon and 'Mode person' with race helmet

◾Unique Serpentine font used throughout the Durango display system

◾Vehicle icon on the home page 'category bar' features Durango graphic with SRT logo

◾SRT Performance Pages (standard on R/T and SRT 392) provide information on vehicle performance, including timers, g-force, gauges, engine and dyno readouts

◾Configurable Drive Modes provide more vehicle control

◾Race Options allow the driver to activate, deactivate and adjust the rpm values for Launch Control and Shift Light features

•Available with the Uconnect LTE Wi-Fi Package, customers with Alexa-enabled devices at home can easily ask Alexa to start the car, lock/unlock doors and more via Uconnect

•With standard seven-passenger seating and second-row captain's chairs available on GT and R/T models, the seats in the 2022 Dodge Durango can be configured in multiple ways. Durango Citadel and SRT 392 models feature three rows of seating with standard second-row captain's chairs and six-passenger seating

•Families with three or more children will find the Durango's available captain's chairs with pass-through especially helpful as child safety seats can be latched into each second-row seat, and there's still easy pass-through for passengers to walk between to get to the third row

•Dodge Durango offers consumers more than 60 available safety and security features, including standard Blind-spot Monitoring, seven standard air bags, full-length three-row side-curtain airbags, standard front-seat-mounted side-thorax air bags, front-row active head restraints, standard trailer-sway control and available forward collision warning with crash mitigation, Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop, Rear Cross Path detection and Uconnect Access with 9-1-1 call and roadside assistance

Model Lineup

For 2022, the Dodge Durango lineup consists of five models: •SXT

•GT

•R/T

•Citadel

•SRT 392

Available Exterior Colors:

•DB Black

•Destroyer Grey

•Octane Red

•White Knuckle

Available Interior Colors:

•Black

•Black/Light Frost

•Black/Radar Red

•Black/Vitra Grey

•Black/Ebony Red

•Black/Demonic Red

by Dodge

Dodge's most beloved sport utility vehicle, the Durango has been in production since 1998 and its popularity lies in its ability to continuously adapt to the ever-changing customer needs and desires over the years. Produced by the Dodge division of Chrysler, the first generation of the Durango was based on the Dodge Dakota and featured a study, midsized SUV body-on-frame construction. Produced at the Newark Assembly plant in Newark, Delaware, the Dakota was classified as a mid-size SUV at first, before growing into a full-size SUV for the second generation. During its first year the Durango was only available in a four-wheel-drive version. Both 2WD and 4WD drivetrains were available in 1999, along with a full range of V6 and V8 engines.

Riding on a 116.2-inch wheelbase, the Durango had a length of 193.5 inches, a width of 71.5 inches, a height of 70.0 inches and had a curb weight of 4,500 pounds. Advertised as a sturdy truck with room for up to seven passengers, the Durango had the capability to tow up to 8,950 pounds when properly equipped. Though few were actually sold, Dodge offered a 3.9L Magnum V6 engine.

For its second year of production only minor updates were made including two new paint colors. Also new this year was 6 in x 9 in heated rear view mirrors and steering wheel-mounted radio controls. SLT Plus models received leather seats as standard while body-color wheel flares were made standard on 4WD Models and SLT Plus. In 2000 the 4.7 L PowerTech V8 engine replaced the 5.2 L Magnum V8 though the 5.2 would remain available in the early 2000 models. Leaving only V8s for the rest of the production run, the 3.9L Magnum V6 engine wasn't available any longer. The high performance R/T was introduced this year. A special AWD performance version, the R/T was powered by a powerful performance tuned 5.9 L Magnum V8.

An exclusive limited edition Shelby S.P.360 version was offered in 1999 and 2000 that featured a supercharged version of the 5.9 L Magnum V8 engine. Available output for the Shelby was 360 hp and 412 lb./ft. of torque. The Shelby sported special wheels, bumpers, tires and suspension and came standard painted Viper blue paint with two racing stripes down the center of the truck. With a top speed of 142 mph, the Shelby could achieve 0-60mph in just 7.1 seconds.

In 2001 Dodge focused its attention on the interior of the SUV and gave special attention to the interior trim panels, instrument panel, dash mounted controls, overhead console and a newly redesigned steering wheel. 4X4 models received a new switch on the dash for the transfer case selector instead of a manual lever on the console. A new message center was added to the modified instrument cluster. Standard equipment now included a comfy dual-zone climate control system. All models now came with standard SX speakers and improved premium sound systems. Slight updates were made to trim options and other changes included revised seats, updated door panels and aluminum wheels.

The new SXT Durango became the entry-level trim package for 2002. Safety features now included optional side curtain airbags. Near the close of the model year was an electronic vehicle information center (EVIC) added into the overhead console. The following year the Durango underwent minor mechanical updates that included new larger front brakes and new rear-wheel disc brakes.

The second-generation Durango was launched in 2004 and was originally shown as a concept named Durango R/T concept at the 2003 Detroit Auto Show. Sporting a fully boxed frame like its Dakota sibling, the new Durango had a lot in common with the large Dodge Ram pickup. Growing in size the second-generation model was 7 inches longer, 2 inches wider, and 3 inches taller than its predecessor. This new model had room for eight passengers now and offered a third row bench with three seats and was now officially into the full-sized SUV category.

Offering a more luxurious ride, the new Durango featured a redesigned suspension with rear coil springs. Much of the styling cues of this generation were taken from the Dodge Powerbox concept, which was based heavily on the 1999 Dodge Power Wagon Concept, and the '03 Durango R/T concept. In 2004 the Durango received a solid rear axle and a new coil-spring rear suspension. Mated to the rear axle was a Watt linkage system that centered the axle and reduced rear-end skate over rugged surfaces, which resulted in a wider and lower cargo floor.

In the spring of 2006 in April the 2007 Durango was debuted at the Dallas Auto Show. Sporting an extremely attractive restyle in an attempt to boost sales, the SUV featured a new grille, hood, headlamps, wheels and fenders. New Durango equipment included rear park assist, a one-touch turn signal, electronic stability control and a tire pressure monitoring system. In 2009 a two-mode hybrid version was offered for a short time.

In 2007 Chrysler launched a full-size, luxury SUV called the Chrysler Aspen, first unveiled at the 2006 North American International Auto Show. Based on the Dodge Durango SUV, the Aspen was the first production hybrid offering from Chrysler. Previously the Aspen name had been used by Dodge from 1976 through 1980 on a twin of the Plymouth Volaré. Equipped with three rows of seating for up to eight passengers, the Aspen was available with all-wheel drive. The first truck-based Sport Utility Vehicle commercialized under the Chrysler brand, the Chrysler Aspen was produced only until the end of 2008.

For the 2009 model year Chrysler began producing their first production hybrid vehicles, the Dodge Durango and Chrysler Aspen Hybrids on August 22, 2008. With a MSRP of $45,340, the 2009 Dodge Durango Hybrid had an almost 25% gain in overall duel economy and an almost 40% gain in the city. Along with the Chrysler Aspen Hybrid (starting MSRP $45,570) the Durango Hybrid were rated with the Hemi V8 engine mileage to be around 20 mpg city and 22 mph highway for 2009. The Hybrids featured the 340 hp Hemi engine with MDS along with the new Two-Mode Hybrid system developed with GM and BMW. Non-Hybrid models were rated at 13-mpg city and 19 mph highway. Early in October the Hybrid models were available for sale at dealerships, the same month that Chrysler announced the end of Durango and Aspen production. The Hybrid SUV became one of the shortest-lived models from a major automaker.

Demand for the full-size SUV waned and in October of 2008 Chrysler decided to close the Newark Assembly facility. The facility had previously produced the Durango and Chrysler Aspen, which would end production for the 2009 model year. On December 19, 2008 production ceased.

Dodge released an Internet teaser of first images in August of 2010 to incite interest for the third generation of the Durango. In December of the same year the Durango was put into production based on an all-new, computer-designed unitized platform, built alongside the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee in Detroit, Michigan. Not classified as a full-size SUV the new Durango shares the same powertrains, chassis parts and running gear with the Grand Cherokee.

Powering the third generation was the choice of two world-class engines; the 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 or the 5.7-liter HEMI V8 with 360 hp. The base 3.6-liter engine produced 290 hp and 260 lb/ft of torque at 4,800 rpm. The Pentastar option was mated to the Mercedes W5A80 five-speed automatic with Chrysler's controls and the driver-interactive control. Featuring the 545RFE 5-speed automatic, the 5.7 L Hemi VVT V8 engine continued with 360 hp and 390 lb/ft of torque along with a 'fuel-saver' mode that was generally used when cruising at constant speeds on level ground.

The third generation SUV grew to a longer length than the Grand Cherokee and had room for three rows of seating compared to the two rows in the Grand Cherokee. On December 14, 2010 the 2011 Durango entered production alongside its sibling, the second generation Charger. Halfway through January 2011 it went on sale for general dealership availability. Motorweek gave the 2012 Durango the Drivers' Choice Award and the IIHS ranked the 2012 Durango as a 'Top Safety Pick'.

The brand new Durango for 2014 was debuted at the 2013 New York Auto Show. Sportier a design reminiscent of the Rallye with a blackened plastic bumper and outline, the new Durango featured modern sporty lines. Drawing inspiration from the new Dodge Charger the '14 Durango featured a similar LED taillight cluster. The interior of the new SUV featured a new steering wheel with paddle shifters. According to Chrysler there will be an estimated 9% increase in fuel efficiency thanks to the 3.6L V6 and optional Hemi V8 mated with the new Chrysler 8-speed automatic transmission.

To boost interest in the new Durango Chrysler Group LLC and Paramount Pictures joined together to promote the film Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues with a sequen¬-ce of Durango commercials highlighting Will Ferrell playing Ron Burgundy.

by Jessican Donaldson