Used 2011 Dodge Durango for sale 

The 2011 Dodge Durango is offered in a total of five trim levels starting from the Express trim. The SUV is also offered in two powertrains and drivetrain options. The powertrain includes a standard V6 motor and an optional V8 high-performance motor. The drivetrain options include an RWD and an AWD layout. The price of the Express trim starts at $29,195 for the RWD standard RWD version. The top-specced Citadel is priced at $42,020 for the RWD layout and costs two grand more for the AWD layout.

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The most value for money trim is the Heat since it offers a significant upgrade in terms of features over the Express for a slight price bump. However, if you require some extra convenience features, the Crew trim is the most appropriate one.

The Dodge Durango is powered by a potent V6 motor which is standard across all of its trims barring the R/T trim which comes with a big and powerful 5.7liter V8 motor. The 3.5liter V6 engine is good for a healthy 290 horsepower and 260lb-ft of torque.

The V6 packs in enough grunt to carry this heavy and big SUV around quite capably and even under full load the engine never feels out of steam and retains its punchy performance. The V6 can propel this SUV from a standstill to 60mph within 9 seconds which is not bad for a full-size SUV.

The Durango is the most powerful among the rivals on the list followed by the Hyundai Santa Fe. The Honda Pilot is the least powerful one but comes quite close to the Durango in terms of torque output.

Being a full-size SUV and a family mover, the Dodge Durango won’t appeal to the masses in terms of fuel efficiency at first but it surprises in that department despite having quite a decent amount of performance on tap. The SUV returns a maximum of 19mpg within the city limits while the figure moves up to 26mpg while you hit the highways. The combined mpg rating stands at 21mpg.

All the rivals on the list boast more or less similar fuel efficiency ratings owing to their similar powertrain but considering the Pilot’s power figures, it could have been better.

The interior of the Dodge Durango is modern and functional. It has been designed keeping in mind the versatility and practicality required for a family. Irrespective of the trim level, there are plenty of soft-touch materials all around the cabin in place of cheap and hard plastics from the previous model years.

The front seats are roomy and comfortable for long trips whereas the second-row seats are flatter than average and might be discomfort on long trips. The third-row seats are surprisingly spacious and offer a decent amount of legroom for adults.

The Honda Pilot is the most spacious offering on the list on paper but in real life, both the Durango and the Pilot are evenly matched in terms of spaciousness. The Hyundai Santa Fe is also as spacious as the Durango but feels more modern in terms of styling and design.

Infotainment

The infotainment system onboard the Dodge Durango is a bit better than basic and covers almost all the basic functionalities with standard and optional features. As standard, the system incorporates satellite radio, AM/FM radio, and a CD Player. Disappointingly, Bluetooth is offered as an option. The optional navigation system is quite handy though with a voice activation feature.

Some highlighted features of the infotainment system are:

• AM/FM Stereo
• Auxiliary Audio Input
• CD PlayerMP3 Player
• Satellite Radio
• Hard Disk Drive (Optional)

The Dodge Durango looks more like a wagon rather than an SUV from the outside with its wagon-like styling. The Durango lacks the muscular appeal and looks narrower than its previous truck-like predecessors.

The front looks a bit blunt with a huge chrome grille and big dual-barrel headlamps. The side profile looks quite slim and the fenders don’t bulge out.

The Dodge Durango has another strong point apart from its excellent interiors and long feature list which is safety. Even though it has not undergone any crash tests from the NHTSA or the IIHS it boasts a strong build and excellent safety features. Some of the standard safety features on the Durango are dual front and side curtain airbags, anti-lock brakes, traction, and stability control. 

Some of the highlighted safety features are:

• Electronic Stability Control
• Child Safety Locks
• Traction Control
• Blind-spot warning system(optional)
• Rearview camera(optional)
• Parking sensor

The Dodge Durango is an old but reliable machine that is well suited for families. It offers a generous towing capacity, a practical interior, a strong powerplant, and excellent safety features. Moreover, it offers an optional high-performance package to appeal to enthusiasts. Overall, it is a solid and value-for-money SUV and stands with its head held high among the more subtle contenders in the market.