The Dodge Durango is consistently voted among the top full-size SUVs in the industry. Stunning looks, a capable engine, and plenty of interior amenities keep it ahead of the curve and provide you with a great day-to-day vehicle. That said, the 2018 Durango is also an ideal car for the great American road trip. Each facet of the SUV offers a complementary touch to your journey, so much so that you’ll wonder why you drove anything else. Here are just a few of the reasons why you need the Durango for your next adventure.
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Engine Options
There are two types of road trippers in the world. The one who loves power and acceleration, and the one who values efficiency and fuel economy. You can have either with the 2018 Dodge Durango. The stock engine is an uber-efficient 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine that delivers a premium mix of power and fuel economy. With 293 horsepower, it’s still quick, yet it provides 26 mpg on the highway and 19 mpg in the city.
If speed is your muse, then the Durango has two options to please. A 5.7-liter Hemi V-8 sizzles down the road, providing an impressive 360 horsepower. Still want more? Get behind the wheel of the Durango SRT with its 475-horsepower, 6.4-liter V-8. This monster barrels ahead with unrivaled ferocity, achieving a 0-60 of just 6.1 seconds with a top speed of 155 mph. It’s probably not the best idea to go 155 mph down the highway, but at least the cop will marvel at the speed. Maybe.
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Towing Power
Creating a budget for your road trip is essential. It ensures that you don’t overspend and cut the trip short. That’s what makes a camper so attractive. It provides instant accommodation for free, anywhere you want to go. Fortunately, the Durango offers a towing capacity to haul even the biggest camper.
The 3.6-liter Durango has a towing capacity of 6,400 pounds, while the 5.7-liter version knocks out 7,400 pounds. The SRT rounds out the towing with a whopping 8,700-pound capacity, giving you the versatility to pick the right camper for your needs. And if you decide to go to the lake, nothing short of a yacht will give you any problems.
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Uconnect Infotainment System
Lengthy road trips are great for meditation and relaxation, but at some point, you might succumb to boredom. That’s when the Durango becomes your greatest ally. The centerpiece of the Durango’s interior is the Uconnect infotainment system. With a 7-inch or 8.4-inch touch-screen display, you can control SiriusXM satellite radio, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, streaming audio, and navigation at the touch of a button.
So when you’re blasting Tom Cochrane’s “Life Is a Highway” or Golden Earring’s “Radar Love” at the top of your lungs, you can thank the Durango’s top-rated infotainment system.
The perfect road trip isn’t so perfect when you don’t have a vehicle to back it up. With the 2018 Dodge Durango, you get a comfortable ride with all the power and entertainment you need to make your summer adventure plans become reality.
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