In 2000, the Dodge Durango came in four trims -- SLT, SLT-Plus (more power options and leather upholstery), Sport, and R/T Sport. The 5.2-liter, 230-hp V8 was only available in 2WD models. In 4WDs, it was replaced by the more fuel efficient 4.7-liter, 235-hp V8. This engine was paired with an electronic automatic transmission, a re-engineered suspension, and rack and pinion steering, to improve the driveability and acceleration. The 3.9-liter V6, which used to come standard, was gone in 2000.
The R/T trim featured the monster 5.9-liter, 245-hp V8 engine, appropriate for a performance model. To complete this image, it adds leather interior, R/T badges, 17-inch wheels, and a nice engine rumble that hints at the spirit of a sports car trapped in the body of a truck.
All models featured the Enhanced Accident Response system, which sprung into action as soon as the airbags deployed. Standard second row bench seat (buckets optional) and third row bench seat folded flat for lots of storage. The Durango could hold a lot, and with its powerful engines, transporting heavy loads was not a problem.
For all its big-bodied personality, the 2000 Durango rides relatively quietly and has an excellent turn ratio. One drawback to its size is a tendency to get knocked around on windy days, giving the impression it might easily roll over. Drivers like the good visibility, easily-foldable rear seats, and the voluminous interior. What they could do without is the lousy gas mileage, the cheap-looking plastic dashboard controls, and the repairs, repairs, repairs.
4.5 Overall rating
(51 reviews)I've had this car in my family since we bought it brand new. It has been on numerous road trips and has accumulated over 199,000 miles in its 15 years. I use it as a daily driver and for camping trips and the occasional winter jaunt to Tahoe to ski and snowboard. All in all this car is fantastic and I would love to own another one along side my current one!
really cool truck, comfortable interior, good towing capacity, beefy frame and suspension components, good styling
Great vehicle if you want an SUV that is not a monster. This has the Magnum 5.9 L V8 engine, All wheel drive, and seating for 7.
2000 Dodge Durango R/T with the 5.9 liter, 360 cubic inch V-8 is a rather impressive SUV. Gas mileage isn't its best quality, but for the power, speed, and performance that its powerplant produces...I won't complain.
This car is a good four wheel drive. It has lots of power and handles very well for a for wheel drive. The braking could be better though. The Durango I have has the 4.7 magnum in it. This suv has great build quality. I wrecked it not to long ago and it hardly did any damage to my truck. It only messed up the plastic pieces on the front end of the suv. This suv looks like an suv should. It is not to fancy and has that mean look to it. the look like it is ready to take on anything. The only major downside to this vehicle is the gas mileage. I only get about 15 miles to the gallon. This suv is very fun to drive. It can withstand everything and has never been stuck before. Even during a super bad ice storm we had a couple years ago. There was around 10 - 12 inches of solid ice and the Durango got through it fine.
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