What it is: Dodge’s largest SUV, the Durango, competes with the Chevrolet Traverse, Ford Explorer and Honda Pilot. It offers V-6 or V-8 power and rear- or all-wheel drive. New for 2017 The base SXT trim level comes with standard seating for five people; a seven-seat version is also available. In addition, drivers can view a connected trailer while the SUV is moving using the available 8.4-inch touch-screen and backup camera. Newly available features for the R/T trim level include a hand-wrapped soft-touch instrument panel with red accent stitching and black roof rails. Meanwhile, the Limited trim has been replaced with the GT model, which features monochromatic exterior styling. An Anodized Platinum Appearance Package is available for the top-of-the-line Citadel trim level. It features black-and-brown Nappa leather upholstery with silver accent stitching, a hand-wrapped instrument panel with silver accents, and anodized gunmetal and platinum chrome finishes. Significant Standard Features
295-horsepower, 3.6-liter V-6 engine
Eight-speed automatic transmission
Rear-wheel drive
Heated side mirrors
18-inch aluminum wheels
Tri-zone automatic climate control
60/40-split folding second-row seats
Required in every car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
Significant Available Features
360-hp, 5.7-liter V-8
All-wheel drive
50/50-split folding third row for seven-person seating
Power moonroof
Power liftgate
Rain-sensing windshield wipers
Backup camera
8.4-inch touch-screen multimedia system
Navigation system
Dual-screen Blu-ray and DVD rear-seat entertainment system
Leather upholstery
Heated front and second-row seats
Second-row captain’s chairs
Heated steering wheel
Remote start
Blind spot warning system with rear cross-traffic alert
Forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking
