A sport utility vehicle produced by Dodge, the Durango is one of the most popular mid-sized SUVs on the market. The four-door vehicle has changed substantially over the years, and 2011 began what Durango insiders consider its “third generation.” While nothing substantial changed from the 2015 Durango to the 2016 Durango aside from its available trims, the 2017 model saw the removal of the third-row seat from standard models.
The 2018 Dodge Durango SRT, as tested by A Global Lifestyle‘s Aniesia Williams during Oscar weekend, is truly a fully-loaded vehicle. Also available in SXT, GT, Citadel, and R/T models, the Durango includes a 6.4L V8 SRT HEMI MDS engine and an 8-speed automatic 8HP70 transmission. Its standard setup includes 20-inch x 10-inch 5-spoke, low gloss black wheels. The interior features leather-trimmed bucket seats. The main display by the driver’s seat features a Uconnect 4C NAV system with an 8.4-inch display. Meanwhile, those passengers seated in the second-row have a console of their own, as inclusive of an armrest and storage. The vehicle reportedly gets 13 miles per gallon in a city setting, or 19 miles per gallon on a highway.
Audiophiles ought to be pleased with the 2018 Durango, too. Besides the vehicle being Google Android auto-capable and SiriusXM-enabled with a dual remote USB port, audio comes out of a 506-watt amplifier with a Beats system. In other words, no matter your streaming service of choice, the new Durango plays it at top-quality throughout the vehicle.
As noted by Car And Driver in its review of the 2018 Durango: “The Durango’s towing capacity easily bests its rivals in this class, and sitting atop its contoured dashboard is the most intuitive infotainment system around.” The writeup also heaped praise that rings true to SUV skeptics: “When it comes to SUVs, the Durango offers the most swagger and charm in this humdrum segment.”
Currently, the 2018 Dodge Durango SRT is priced at $63,517 for purchase–if paid off over 60 months at 3.26% APY–or the equivalent of $70,575 for leasing purposes. For those seeking upgrades on a Durango vehicle, there are a number of packages available, including the SRT Interior Appearance Group ($1,500), the Rear DVD Entertainment Center ($1,995), and the Technology Group ($2,495), giving both drivers and passengers all sorts of premium possibilities. You can find more information online at www.dodge.com/durango.html.
