Dodge Durango vs RAM 1500
Overview | |
MSRP$39,990 | MSRP$40,275 |
Average price$28,602 | Average price$32,054 |
Listings9322 | Listings9286 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe evolution of the Dodge Durango exemplifies how the Stellantis brand has evolved from a mainstream competitor to Chevrolet, Ford, Honda, and Toyota into a niche brand emphasizing muscle-car attitude. The Durango was Dodge's first modern SUV, arriving for the 1998 model year as the brand's entry into the midsize SUV segment. The current, third-generation Durango dates all the way back to the 2011 model year. But, as Dodge has found with the Challenger coupe and Charger sedan, a vehicle's lifespan can be greatly extended with an added dose of horsepower. The 2023 Dodge Durango lineup starts with the base SXT trim level and moves up through the GT, R/T, Citadel, and SRT 392. Changes for 2023 include standard heated front seats, optional forward collision warning for the Durango SXT, and some new colors (bringing the total color palette to eight). However, the big news for 2023 is the return of the Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat and its devilish supercharged V8 engine. The Hellcat was previously available only for the 2021 model year as a limited edition, but now it's a regular production model. That being the case, the Hellcat ended up as our test vehicle for this Dodge Durango review. | |
Reviews SummaryThere's a new super-luxe trim joining the perennial favorites. There's lots and lots of new tech, including a hands-free driver-assistance system. There are new powertrain options, bringing more power at better efficiency. And we're told we can expect the fully electric Ram 1500 REV and plug-in hybrid Ram 1500 Ramcharger soon, too. Verdict: The full-size truck market just seems to get more and more competitive every year, and Ram just brought its offering back up to the front of the pack. Whether it will stay there another five years remains to be seen, but this update has certainly proven the brand is motivated to fight. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.6L 293 hp V6 | Engine |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity6 |
Horsepower293 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City19 | MPG City |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.6L 293 hp V6 | Engine Name3.6L 305 hp V6 |
Torque260 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque271 lb-ft @ 4900 rpm |
Horsepower293 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower305 hp @ 6500 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City19 | MPG City |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity6 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length | Bed Length76.3 in |
Cargo Space17.2 cu ft | Cargo Space |
Curb Weight4750 lbs | Curb Weight4771 lbs |
Height72.1 in | Height77.5 in |
Length200.8 in | Length228.4 in |
Width85.5 in | Width81.2 in |
Wheelbase119.8 in | Wheelbase140.6 in |
Maximum Payload1400 lbs | Maximum Payload2300 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity6200 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity12750 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity7690 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $39,990 | $40,275 |
Average price | $28,602 | $32,054 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.4 | 4.5 |
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | 8.3 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The evolution of the Dodge Durango exemplifies how the Stellantis brand has evolved from a mainstream competitor to Chevrolet, Ford, Honda, and Toyota into a niche brand emphasizing muscle-car attitude. The Durango was Dodge's first modern SUV, arriving for the 1998 model year as the brand's entry into the midsize SUV segment. The current, third-generation Durango dates all the way back to the 2011 model year. But, as Dodge has found with the Challenger coupe and Charger sedan, a vehicle's lifespan can be greatly extended with an added dose of horsepower. The 2023 Dodge Durango lineup starts with the base SXT trim level and moves up through the GT, R/T, Citadel, and SRT 392. Changes for 2023 include standard heated front seats, optional forward collision warning for the Durango SXT, and some new colors (bringing the total color palette to eight). However, the big news for 2023 is the return of the Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat and its devilish supercharged V8 engine. The Hellcat was previously available only for the 2021 model year as a limited edition, but now it's a regular production model. That being the case, the Hellcat ended up as our test vehicle for this Dodge Durango review. | There's a new super-luxe trim joining the perennial favorites. There's lots and lots of new tech, including a hands-free driver-assistance system. There are new powertrain options, bringing more power at better efficiency. And we're told we can expect the fully electric Ram 1500 REV and plug-in hybrid Ram 1500 Ramcharger soon, too. Verdict: The full-size truck market just seems to get more and more competitive every year, and Ram just brought its offering back up to the front of the pack. Whether it will stay there another five years remains to be seen, but this update has certainly proven the brand is motivated to fight. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.6L 293 hp V6 | |
Drive Train | RWD | |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 6 |
Horsepower | 293 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
MPG City | 19 | |
MPG Highway | 26 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.6L 293 hp V6 | 3.6L 305 hp V6 |
Torque | 260 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 271 lb-ft @ 4900 rpm |
Horsepower | 293 hp @ 6400 rpm | 305 hp @ 6500 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 19 | |
MPG Highway | 26 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 6 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 76.3 in | |
Cargo Space | 17.2 cu ft | |
Curb Weight | 4750 lbs | 4771 lbs |
Height | 72.1 in | 77.5 in |
Length | 200.8 in | 228.4 in |
Width | 85.5 in | 81.2 in |
Wheelbase | 119.8 in | 140.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 1400 lbs | 2300 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 6200 lbs | 12750 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 7690 lbs | |
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