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2005 Dodge Durango Overview

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Trims

Adventurer
2 national listings
Adventurer 4WD
2 national listings
Avg. Price: $8,248
Limited
Avg. Price: $10,466
Limited 4WD
Avg. Price: $11,410
SLT
Avg. Price: $9,192
SLT 4WD
Avg. Price: $9,821
ST
Avg. Price: $8,062
ST 4WD
Avg. Price: $8,507
SXT
18 national listings
Avg. Price: $8,408
SXT 4WD
Avg. Price: $8,906

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Average User Score

4.45 stars

Based on 15 reviews

Great Suv! by JakeMax3
 — From E420 to a Durango. My previous 2 cars were E Class Sedans. Having never owned a Dodge I have been pleased with the reliability, great dealership and gas mileage! Mine is Limited with Hemi. With ... Read More
Love My Durango by Ken
 — I love my truck. I have driven many different SUV's before and I fell in love with this as soon as I sat in it. I truly enjoy riding in it and so do my two sons. There is plenty of room for longe... Read More
It's The Only 4x4 Out There With A 5.7l V8 by Bruce
 — It's a great vehicle for Highway driving - hauls a family of seven adults in comfort. Also with it's huge 5.7L V8, it makes a good hauler of loads. Good for camping trips both in the desert as well as... Read More

2005 Dodge Durango Overview

Overall User Score

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Based on 15 reviews

2005 Dodge Durango

Redesigned in 2004, the 2005 Dodge Durango makes few adjustments to its widely praised makeover.  Added to the ST, SLT, and Limited trims are the new SXT and Adventurer trims.  The Adventurer is geared towards outdoors enthusiasts, offering a configurable Thule roof rack and rubber linings for the cargo area.  Also new in 2005 are optional heated cloth seats in the SLT and Limited and a navigation system option in the Limited.

Though a 3.7, 210-hp V6 is the base engine in the 2005 Durango, most drivers opt for the 4.7, 235-hp V8 for that extra towing power and quicker acceleration up hills and off-road.  You'll never be afraid to merge (but you'll probably scare other drivers) in the 5.7, 335-hp Hemi, whose pickup feels like a sports car, but has the heft to tow almost 9000 pounds.  The redesigned steering and suspension give the Durango an easy car-like feel when driving to the mall, but its powerful engines, braking system, and traction control are ideal for off-road adventures.

Front row seating provides plenty of leg and headroom, with easy-to-read large gauges and a sloping windshield for greater visibility.  Third row seating (in SLT and above) is easily accessible, with extra headroom provided by a slightly raised roof.  

Drivers think the 2004 and above Durangos are greatly improved over previous years, particularly in terms of ride comfort and suspension.  The sleeker styling, bigger third row seating to fit adults, and higher safety rating were all plusses.  But the biggest draw is the power.  Although the noise and muscle of the Hemi is enticing, the 4.7 V8 can haul up to 7000 pounds, more than sufficient for the average SUV owner.  Low marks for blind spots, second row legroom, and gas mileage.

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Gas Mileage (highway) 19 19 19
Horsepower 210 210 285
Crash Test Rating 5 4 4
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 67.3 48.6 16.3
Front Leg Room (inches) 41.5 42.4 41.3

Dodge Durango Questions

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4x4 Transfer Case

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My Apologies To The Gurus For The Upper Case Lettlers.but Like I Said What ...

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A Cargurus User (davidh25) Answered Your Question: "2005 Durango 4.7l I Cha...

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2005 Durango 4.7l I Change My Water Pump ,thermostat And Rad Cap But I Pick...

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Look Downward Behind The Fan And You'll See A Large Nut (about 1 7/16") Att...

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