As a midsize SUV, the 2019 Dodge Durango offers plenty of options for families. Available in both two- and three-row configurations, the SUV seats five people with the standard two-row option or seven people with three rows. The optional second-row captain’s chairs reduce the capacity to six people. There are also five trims available: SXT, GT, Citadel, R/T, and SRT. Find out some of the reasons why you should consider this SUV for your next family vehicle.
Massive Cargo Space
If you spend a lot of time in the car with your family, you should consider the 2019 Durango and its ability to fit you and your crew. Even with the third row, you gain more cargo space than other SUVs in its class. Behind the third-row seats, you get 17.2 cubic feet of space, and if you fold down this row of seats, you get 43.3 cubic feet of space. Folding down the second row opens up 85.1 cubic feet of space.
Numerous Safety Features
Although the 2019 Durango only comes standard with a rearview camera and six airbags, you can add front and rear parking sensors. In addition, there’s a package you can add with automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, blind-spot monitoring, automatic high beams, and adaptive cruise control. Rain-sensing windshield wipers activate automatically if the wipers detect moisture on the windshield.
Powerful Engine
When considering a family vehicle, you might not think about purchasing one with a powerful engine. But this family SUV offers three powertrain options paired with a smooth-shifting eight-speed automatic transmission. Its standard 3.6-liter V-6 engine produces 295 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. The other two options available include a 5.7-liter V-8 engine that produces 360 horsepower and a 6.4-liter V-8 that produces 475 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque. When properly equipped, the Durango can tow up to 8,700 pounds, which comes in handy if you’re towing a boat or trailer.
Smooth Handling
The 2019 Durango features a four-wheel disc antilock brake system that monitors the speed of each wheel, so each wheel brakes independently. This feature allows you to experience exceptional control. It also has Rain Brake Support, which removes water from the brake pads by applying pressure to the calipers. It activates when you have the windshield wipers in the low or high position.
The Durango also comes with electronic stability control, which monitors your steering input and motion of the vehicle to help you maintain control. Part of this feature includes all-speed traction control, which determines when to apply the brakes to one or more wheels and reduces engine torque, and electronic roll mitigation, which reduces engine power to prevent wheel lift and the possibility of a rollover.
The 2019 Dodge Durango is a smart choice for your next family vehicle, thanks to its smooth handling, powerful engine, stellar safety features, and plentiful cargo space. If you’re interested in checking out this SUV, reach out to the professionals at Tom O’Brien CDJR. They can help you schedule a test drive and drive off in one of these vehicles today.
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