Shopping for a midsize crossover SUV for your growing family? Check out the 2017 Dodge Journey, which offers seating for up to seven passengers in its three-row configuration, plus an additional 10.7 cubic feet of storage behind the third row.
Under the hood, the 2017 Journey is powered by a standard 2.4L four-cylinder engine—although every trim above the base SE is outfitted with a stout 3.6L V6 with standard all-wheel drive on all but the GT model. Combine this all with standard features like dual-zone climate control and a 4.3-inch touchscreen interface, and it's easy to imagine piling the entire crew into this spacious and well-appointed SUV.
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Q: How many people can the 2017 Dodge Journey seat?
A: The 2017 Journey base trim comes standard with two-row seating for up to five people. However, three-row seating for up to seven people is optional.
Q: What engine is in a 2017 Dodge Journey?
A: The base engine on the 2017 Journey is a 2.4L four-cylinder, although a 3.6L V6 is optional and comes standard on the range-topping GT trim.
Q: What is the fuel economy of the 2017 Dodge Journey?
A: Fuel economy can vary based on engine size and other factors. However, the 2017 Journey base trim with 2.4L four-cylinder engine and front-wheel drive gets an EPA-estimated 21 mpg combined.1 Meanwhile, the 2017 Journey with 3.6L V6 engine and front-wheel drive gets an EPA-estimated 19 mpg combined.1
Q: Is the 2017 Dodge Journey a minivan or an SUV?
A: The Dodge Journey is classified as a midsize crossover SUV.
Q: What is the maximum cargo space on the 2017 Dodge Journey?
A: With rear seats folded down, the 2017 Journey has a maximum cargo capacity of 67.6 cubic feet.
1Fuel economy figures are based on EPA estimates for when vehicle sold as new. Actual mileage will vary based on things like battery age, vehicle condition and history, driving and charging habits, accessory use, and driving conditions. Battery capacity may decrease with time and use. See fueleconomy.gov for more info.
The 2017 Dodge Journey falls under the model's first generation of production (2009-2019). When the Journey debuted in 2009, it was marketed to offer the interior comfort and space of a minivan with the smooth and sleek ride of an SUV. By the 2017 model year, the Journey offered features like standard all-wheel drive on its V6 engine and impressive tech features, such as an available 8.4-inch touchscreen and rear-seat DVD entertainment system.
Dodge Journey Engine Options
The standard engine on every first-generation Journey model is a 2.4L four-cylinder at 173 hp; it is paired to a four-speed automatic transmission and comes exclusively with front-wheel drive.
From 2009 through 2010, an optional 3.5L V6 engine at 235 hp was offered; this engine is paired to a six-speed automatic transmission and can be had with front- or all-wheel drive. From the 2011 model year onwards, this engine was upgraded to a 3.6L V6 at 283 hp—and beginning with the 2017 model year, all-wheel drive becomes standard on this engine for every trim except the GT.
Dodge Journey Storage Space
The Dodge Journey was designed with storage space in mind; in addition to offering three rows of seating for up to seven passengers, the first-generation Journey also features second- and third-row seats that can fold completely flat to maximize cargo storage at a full 67.6 cubic feet.
Even with all seats intact, you'll enjoy 10.7 cubic feet of storage space behind the third row—and a respectable 39.6 cubic feet of space can be attained by simply folding down the third row and leaving the second-row seats in place.
Which Dodge Journey trim best suits your needs? Check out some trim features below, which are specific to the 2017 model year.
SE (2009-2010, 2012-2019)
SXT (2009-2010, 2012-2018)
Crossroad Plus (2016-2018)
GT (2017-2019)
Pros 1. Can fit all of my family (4 kids) all in car seats 2. Great gas mileage 3. Nice speed and acceleration 4. Not bulky like a big SUV 5. Can fit into small parking spaces like a car Cons 1. To small for adults to fit in the far back 2. No trunk space, unless seats are folded down.
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