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The big burly Dodge Durango ends its run as Dodges flagship SUV. We look at the interior features, trim levels, and more in this review.
What’s New for the 2024 Dodge Durango?
The 2024 Dodge Durango is part of the third generation that has been racing around for a remarkably long 14 years. It’s an SUV that dates back to 1998 as we cover in this Durango Through The Years history. These days, the Durango is still a V8-forward 3-row SUV ready to burn rubber at the drop of a hat and blow the doors off of just about anything in Hellcat form.
Updates for 2024 are limited to the Citadel model now offering the Tow N Go package, newly standard blind-spot monitoring, and a to-be-announced Last Call series of special edition V8 variants starting with the AlcHEMI.
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Carsforsale.com Score
8/10
Powertrain
Score
8.25/10
Interior
Score
8/10
Technology
Score
7.5/10
Value
Score
8/10
The Breakdown
V8 thunder
Big-time towing figures
Largo cargo hold
Fuel economy
Off the mark on driver aids
Bewildering layers of trim lines
A 14-year-old SUV
2024 Durango Specs
- 295 horsepower from base engine
- 260 lb-ft of torque from base engine
- 6 available trims
- 17 cu-ft of cargo capacity
- 85 cu-ft of cargo capacity with seats down
- Nine standard airbags
- Harman Kardon 19-speaker audio system
- Towing capacity of 8,700 lbs
- Five years of roadside assistance
2024 Dodge Durango Powertrain 8.25/10
It’s a regular bonanza of power with the 2024 Dodge Durango. Base models come with a 3.6L V6 rated for 295 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque, which is good for 21 mpg combined in rear- or all-wheel drive and a 7.4-second run to 60. Step up to the 360-horse 5.7L V8, which comes in R/T models, and that 60-mph sprint drops to 6.2 seconds alongside your gas gauge with its 17-mpg combined figure.
SRT 392s are rocking a 6.4L V8 with a heady 475 ponies ready to smoke the rears on the way to 60 mph in just 4.4 seconds. This bad boy will swill 87-octane to the tune of 15 mpg combined. Need more? How about the supercharged 6.2L V8 found in Hellcats? It stomps around with 710 horsepower, a 3.6-second 60 mph trap time, and it straight-up guzzles gas with a 13-mpg rating. Yee ha!
All 2024 Durangos work with an 8-speed automatic transmission that spins the rear wheels. AWD is optional on lower models and standard on SRT 392s and Hellcats. All that juice translates to a relatively high 8,700-lb tow rating. Trailer sway control is standard and an integrated trailer brake controller is available.
2024 Dodge Durango Interior 8/10
Inside, most 2024 Durangos have 3 rows of seating with room for 7, but the base SXT comes standard with 2 rows only and second-row captain’s chairs are available. Rear legroom is ample at 39 inches and max cargo space is equally large, measuring 85 cubic feet.
Standard creature comforts include an acoustic laminated windshield, triple-zone automatic climate control, and heat for the front seats and steering wheel. As you poke around the overwhelming array of trim levels and packages, amenities like ventilated front seats, Nappa leather upholstery, and a sunroof can be found.
2024 Dodge Durango Technology Features 7.5/10
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard on the 2024 Dodge Durango as is an 8.4-inch touchscreen. Higher-level trims come with wireless smartphone mirroring, a 10-inch touchscreen, and a Wi-Fi hotspot. From the R/T on up, navigation and a wireless phone charging pad are included. The audiophile special is an optional 19-speaker system from Harman Kardon.
One area the 2024 Durango is behind the competition is in the advanced driver-aids department with BSM and rear cross-traffic alert the only standard systems. Forward collision mitigation (FMC) isn’t included until you get to the SXT Plus level and a lane-keeping system shows up on GT Premium setups. The NHSTA gave the latest Durango a 4-star overall rating in crash testing.
2024 Dodge Durango Trims & Pricing
SXT – $43,265
The base Durango SXT comes with 18-inch wheels, full exterior LED lighting, and heated side mirrors. The cloth seats are heated up front as is the steering wheel. Other amenities include triple zone automatic climate control, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. The SXT Plus variant adds a sunroof, forward collision mitigation, and adaptive cruise control.
GT – $45,765
GT models ride on 20-inch rims and have a power liftgate and remote engine start. A flat-bottomed steering wheel adds some cabin flair and reverse parking sensors are included here. In GT Plus form, a sunroof, climatized front seats, leather, and a 10-inch infotainment screen with wireless smartphone integration are on hand. The GT Premium setup adds an Alpine 9-speaker stereo and automatic high beams.
R/T – $56,865
Along with a HEMI, Durango R/Ts have a sport-tuned suspension, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and the upgraded infotainment system. R/T Plus models largely mirror the GT Plus for content. The same is mostly true of the R/T Premium except this version comes with a Harman Kardon 19-speaker audio system.
Citadel – $57,265
Citadel means luxury in Durango-speak, which comes in the form of suede headliner, heated second-row seats, leather-wrapped door panels, and second-row captain’s thrones.
SRT 392 – $76,590
Along with the 6.4L V8, SRT 392 models sport Bilstein adaptive dampers, Brembo brakes, a lowered ride height, and standard AWD. Step up the SRT 392 Plus for “Laguna leather” front sport seats or the SRT 392 Premium for special touches like red seat belts, carbon fiber cabin trim, and an SRT-specific steering wheel.
SRT Hellcat – $97,590
The Durango Hellcat is one of our favorite Dodge performance vehicles and for good reason – it’s outrageous. More than 700 horsepower, a muscular body kit, upgraded brakes, and the wail of a supercharger add a whole lot of gotta-have-it factor. For more than 100 grand, the Premium model has forged carbon fiber trim, special seats, and the Harman Kardon audio system.
2024 Dodge Durango Overall Value 8/10
The 2024 Dodge Durango is the definition of go big or go home. Why settle for a V6 when you can enjoy the rapidly disappearing sound and brute force of a monster V8? I say go for the SRT 392 – at least – and find out what it’s like to smoke all four tires at the same time.
Will you get a LOT more features, technology, and amenities in a Kia Telluride? You bet. You’ll also get a far better warranty than Dodge’s 3 years of basic coverage and 5 years of powertrain coverage with no complimentary maintenance. But you will most definitely not be getting a V8.
CarsForSale.com Overall Score 8/10
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The 2024 Dodge Durango is long-in-the-tooth, to say the least. Compared to the competitive set, it’s out of touch with driver assistance technology, guzzles gas like it’s free in V8 trim, and is short on modern features like a head-up display and a surround-view monitor.
But it has a huge tow rating, a big cabin, and a locomotive under the hood. If you want to make a scene every time you step on the gas, the Durango is for you. At least with one of the many V8 powertrains. And the upside to changing little over the past 14 years is that you can find a used Durango with similar content to the 2024 model for less money.
2024 Dodge Durango FAQ
How much can a Dodge Durango tow?
The 2024 Dodge Durango can tow up to 8,700 pounds.
How many seats does a Dodge Durango have?
Depending on the model, the 2024 Durango has 5, 6, or 7 seats.
How much horsepower does the Dodge Durango R/T have?
The 2024 Durango R/T has a 5.7L V8 that makes 360 horsepower.
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