Used Dodge Journey for Sale nearRockford, IL

How much does the Dodge Journey cost in today's market?

Used Dodge Journey prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Dodge Journey's current nationwide average price is $9,249, and its year-round low is $9,234.58. That puts you in a fairly broad price band depending on the model year and how the market shifts through the year.

Recently, prices have come down for the 2018, 2019, and 2020 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Dodge Journey a good car?

Yes — the Dodge Journey appeals to shoppers who want a roomy, comfortable, family-friendly crossover with a versatile three-row layout. The all-generations owner rating is 4.23/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners repeatedly praise the Journey's spaciousness, comfortable seating, and smooth driving experience. The cabin and storage space also come up often as strengths, along with the V6 engine and available all-wheel drive for buyers who value those traits.

Expert reviews rate the 2014 model among the highest across all years.

The trade-offs center on reliability concerns, fuel economy, and older-feeling technology, while some expert reviews also point to transmission behavior and brake feel as part of the ownership experience.

25.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Dodge Journey models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Journey's roomy cabin, comfortable ride, and family-friendly layout as core strengths. The strongest feedback also highlights the V6-powered versions and the way the vehicle handles everyday driving with a smooth, easygoing character.

• Owners rate the Dodge Journey between 3.6 and 4.7 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is worth weighing carefully because the model's reputation includes recurring mechanical and durability concerns alongside its practical strengths.

What should I look for when buying a used Dodge Journey?

Across all model years, at 61.8% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: standard knee airbag for the driver
• Infotainment: Uconnect 8.4 touchscreen system with easy Bluetooth pairing, real-time traffic and weather reports, and Voice Command
• Fuel efficiency: 17 mpg in the city, 25 mpg on the highway and 19 mpg combined

Which Dodge Journey trim should I buy?

The 2014 Dodge Journey offers these trims:

• American Value Package: the least-expensive version, aimed at buyers who want maximum room for a minimal amount of money.
• SE: adds more equipment and popular options, making it the best-value trim for many shoppers.
• SXT: one of the best-selling versions, with access to the optional V6 and all-wheel drive.
• SXT Plus: builds on the SXT with more equipment and also offers the optional V6 and all-wheel drive.
• Limited: the more luxurious choice, with the V6 standard and all-wheel drive available.
• R/T: the sportier trim, with the V6 standard and all-wheel drive available.
• Crossroad: a newer addition to the lineup, with the optional V6 and all-wheel drive.

What Dodge Journey do most buyers choose?

The Dodge Journey years with the most listings are 2018, 2019, and 2017.

Higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right price, mileage, and condition. They also tend to be the years where you can shop with more confidence thanks to broader selection.

What is the Dodge Journey's resale value?

The table shows broad downward movement across the lineup, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. Several model years have seen double-digit drops, so recent inventory may offer stronger value than it did a year ago.

The 2017, 2015, and 2016 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Dodge Journey safe?

• 2014: 5/10

The 2014 Journey includes a standard knee airbag for the driver, and its crash-test results are described as strong overall.

Should I buy a used Dodge Journey now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2019 model is at −14.21% versus a year ago, and the 2018 model is at −10.56%.
• Deal availability: The 2019 model has 26.7% good and great deals, and the 2018 model has 26.9%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2018 model has the most listings at a current average price of $9,676. The Dodge Journey offers a roomy, family-friendly cabin with a practical layout that makes it easy to live with.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: My test vehicle had a 283-hp 3.6-liter V6 engine, and according to the EPA, my Journey V6 with front-wheel drive was expected to get 17 mpg in the city, 25 mpg on the highway and 19 mpg combined.
• Tech: Uconnect 8.4 touchscreen system, easy Bluetooth pairing, real-time traffic and weather reports, and Voice Command
• Safety: standard knee airbag for the driver
• Starting price: Dodge sells the 2014 Journey in 6 trim levels ranging in price from $20,490 to $29,990.

If you're buying used today, the 2018 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2021 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 4, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.