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2017 Dodge Durango Towing Capacity Specs

The 2017 Dodge Durango is powerful and capable. Drivers love its sleek exterior design and comfortable interior amenities. The Durango offers seating for up to seven passengers and has customizable seating to create any combination of passengers and cargo that you need. Let's take a closer look at the 2017 Durango's towing capacity specs.

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2017 Durango Towing Capacity

The Dodge Durango has impressive braking capabilities and confident stability that power you through even the most rugged terrain. The Durango comes equipped with a 3.6-liter Pentastar® V6 engine that reaches up to 295 horsepower and 260 lb-ft. of torque. This engine is coupled with an eight-speed automatic transmission to provide a smooth ride. The Durango also has available a 5.7-liter HEMI® V8 engine with Variable Valve Timing (VVT) and Fuel Saver Technology. This engine reaches 360 horsepower and 390 lb-ft. of torque. The towing capabilities of the Durango depend on the engine option you choose. The standard 3.6-liter Pentastar® V6 engine is capable of towing up to 6,000 pounds, while the upgraded 5.7-liter HEMI® V8 engine can tow up to 7,400 pounds. The front and rear drive axles on the Durango were designed to create a near-50/50 weight distribution. When you are accelerating, the weight shifts to the drive axle to increase downforce which helps to improve your traction control while you are hauling heavy loads. The Durango also has standard Trailer Sway Control technology that applies brake pressure on alternating wheels and may even adjust engine throttle to help eliminate trailer sway and maintain stability. The 2017 Dodge Durango is available now at Palmen of Racine. You can browse our inventory and set up a test drive online today!
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2019 Dodge Durango trim level comparison About a week ago, we took you through some of the coolest features that the new Dodge Durango SUV will bring to the table. However, there is much more than meets the eye with each of the five lines that it’s set to re-up for the 2019 model year. To give you an insider look at each trim (and perhaps help you find your desired model) come and check out our 2019 Dodge Durango trim level comparison at Palmen DCJR! more 2019 Dodge Durango standard engines by trim As in previous years, the 2019 Dodge Durango will offer plenty of included performance under the hood. You’ll get your choice of three available engines – available on select trims –and a TorqueFlite® eight-speed transmission standard on all trims. We’ve listed the engines and their capabilities in greater detail below, as well as the available trims that offer said engines: 2019 Dodge Durango SRT Features By far the strongest and fastest in the Durango family, the SRT has a track-bred heritage that certainly looks the part. It offers red seat belts, high-performance Brembo® brakes, and an Active Damping System to help your suspension adjust and adapt to changing road conditions. Plus, you’ll be in line for an available 19-speaker, 825-watt Harman Kardon audio system! 2019 Dodge Durango R/T Features The same audio system available on the SRT will also be an option on the R/T trim, which also features a performance steering and suspension system, Fuel Saver Technology and more. Inside, however, is where the R/T gets you up close and personal to your world. It brings a Uconnect 4C Nav system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to the table, all standard! Read More: What new features are included on the 2019 Dodge Durango? 2019 Dodge Durango Citadel Features The Durango Citadel offers much of the same features available on the R/T, but in terms of appearance, it has some key differences. With 20-inch polished aluminum wheels, HID headlamps and auto high-beams, you can get a clearer view of the road and look amazing doing it. 2019 Dodge Durango GT Features Coming in both rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive drivetrains, the 2019 Durango GT also brings bright-tipped dual exhaust pipes, Capri leather-trimmed seats, paddle shifters and a power liftgate to the table. 2019 Dodge Durango SXT Features To go along with the prominent tech features available on other Durango trims, the SXT model will offer standard Keyless Enter n’ Go, an electronic T-shifter to maximize driver control, Integrated Voice Command and a leather-wrapped, perforated steering wheel! Click here to view our current Durango inventory and schedule a test drive!

What new features are included with the 2019 Dodge Durango?

2019 Dodge Durango new features and performance upgrades Touting yourself as the “King of SUVs” requires innovation, high adrenaline, and strength that most vehicles simply can’t provide. However, if there was one model that had an unrivaled claim to the sport utility throne, it would be the Dodge Durango. Throughout automotive history, this three-row icon has proven its worth time and time again. With its release for the new model year coming soon, our Palmen DCJR team wants to give you an inside look at the 2019 Dodge Durango new features and performance upgrades - check it out today! more New performance features of the 2019 Dodge Durango As with previous models, the 2019 Durango will feature two available engines (295-hp 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 and 360-hp 5.7-liter HEMI® V8) that are sure to excite whenever you press the pedal. However, there’s even greater brawn to go around on all new Durango trims, as an available Integrated Trailer Brake allows you even greater control of the (up to) 7,400 pounds that you can haul. New connectivity features of the 2019 Dodge Durango Of course, to coincide with our continued journey deeper into the 21st century, the 2019 Durango will offer some of the latest (and greatest) tech features on today’s market. We’ve listed some of our favorites below: Programmable digital instrument cluster 19-speaker Harman/Kardon premium audio system Class-Exclusive 9-inch Blu-ray/DVD player 8.4-inch Uconnect® infotainment touchscreen radio Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility More New Dodge Info: 2019 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat top speed and specs Get more information on the 2019 Dodge Durango in Racine WI With over 85 cubic feet of cargo volume to work with and comfortable leather seating arrangements for every passenger inside, it’s no wonder why the 2019 Durango is being promoted as the Dodge Charger of the SUV world. If you’d like more information about the model ahead of its release, we encourage you to click here to redirect to the Durango's official press release, or feel free to contact our Palmen DCJR team today. We’re happy to show you all that we know!

How safe is the Dodge Durango?

2018 Dodge Durango Safety Features The 2018 Dodge Durango is sleek and versatile. It offers a bold exterior design to get you from point A to point B with ease and style and an interior that envelops everyone in comfort and convenience. Let’s take a closer look at the safety features in the 2018 Dodge Durango. more Read More: How can I avoid getting pulled over? 2018 Dodge Durango Safety Technology The Dodge Durango has a variety of active safety features that help you stay alert and aware of your surroundings on the road. While these features are no replacement for responsible driving, they can help give you peace of mind and confidence behind the wheel knowing your Durango has got your back. Parking assistance features include a standard ParkView® Rear Back-Up Camera, available ParkSense® Rear Park Assist and available ParkSense® Front and Rear Park Assist systems. An available Blind Spot Monitoring System helps you stay aware of vehicles in your blind spot by giving you visual and audible alerts when you indicate to change lanes but there is a vehicle in your blind spot. Adaptive Cruise Control is available to automatically adjust your speed when you are cruising to keep up with the flow of traffic. Brake Assist is available in emergency braking situations to help you stop, while Electronic Stability Control helps you maintain control in slippery or rough terrain. 2018 Dodge Durango Safety Design The Durango offers a rigid body that helps to keep passengers safe. It comes standard with advanced multistage front airbags, supplemental front seat-mounted side airbags, side-curtain airbags in all rows, a driver inflatable knee-bolster airbag and more. The Durango also offers a security alarm, tire pressure monitoring display, LATCH child seat anchor system, a front passenger seat belt alert and other alerts that help keep you safe. The 2018 Dodge Durango is available now at Palmen Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM of Racine. Browse our inventory and set up a test drive online today!