2012 Dodge Durango review
Dodge Durango highlights
Customer rating
(not yet rated)
Mileage (EPA estimate)
13 city, 20 highway, 15 combined
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What is new for the 2012 Dodge Durango?
- The Durango is available in a new trim called the SXT.
- The Express and Heat trims have been discontinued for 2012.
- Durango trims have been upgraded with Flex Fuel Vehicle, Alpine Sound System, and Bluetooth Technology as standard equipment this year.
- Quad Seats features are now available as options on select trims.
- The R/T trim now comes with Fold-Away Third Row, Memory Seat(s), Parking Sensors, and Rear View Camera as standard equipment.
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the Dodge Durango an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Dodge Durango 5th out of 16 among Fullsize SUVs.
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Special Service 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Traction Control
- Alloy Wheels
- CD Audio
- Flex Fuel Vehicle
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Front Seat Heaters
- Full Roof Rack
- Parking Sensors
- Power Seat(s)
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear View Camera
- Running Boards
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Third Row Seat
- Tow Hitch
- Vinyl Seats
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.6L
Horsepower
290
Torque (ft-lbs)
260
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
24.6
Wheelbase
119.8"
Overall length
199.8"
Width
75.8"
Height
70.9"
Leg room
F 40.3"/R 38.6"
Head room
F 39.9"/R 39.8"
Front tires
P265/60R18
Rear tires
P265/60R18
Seating capacity
7
Max towing capacity
930/6200 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2012 Dodge Durango FAQ
The 2012 Dodge Durango is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Special Service: 16 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- Citadel: 16 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- Crew: 16 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- SXT: 16 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- R/T: 14 MPG City and 20 MPG Highway
The Dodge Durango received a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Dodge Durango as 4 out of 16 among Fullsize SUV
The 2012 Dodge Durango has received an average 4.1 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2012 Dodge Durango, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2012 Dodge Durango Reviews.
The 2012 Dodge Durango has a maximum towing capacity of between 6200 and 7400 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
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