The 2022 Dodge Durango is unlike any other crossover SUV on the market today, and the latest version of one of the highest-performing SUVs ever built. Dodge has a long history of building muscle cars. The Durango takes that concept and applies it to the popular crossover SUV class. Independent online expert reviews praised the 2022 Durango for its competent off-road capability, large and user-friendly touchscreen interface, and stout towing capacity from the standard V-8 engines. Let’s see what else the 2022 Dodge Durango has to offer.
Exterior Features
Built-In Athleticism
Dodge will never shake its reputation as muscle car manufacturer, not that it would really want to do that anyway. The 2022 Dodge Durango borrows a few style elements from the legendary Charger Widebody, a design choice that is the clearest with the SRT® 392 version and its performance-minded front fascia, sculpted hood, rear spoiler and upper grille design.
Modern Lighting Options
There are a lot of styling cues that give the 2022 Dodge Durango such an imposing stance on the road. However, the modern LED headlights will not only help drivers see better in low light conditions, but their presence will add another layer of Dodge DNA to the SUV’s overall bold aesthetic. LED daytime running lamps are also standard across most of the Durango’s trim ladder.
Available Appearance Packages
- Blacktop: The monochromatic Blacktop package adds Gloss Black exterior accents and 20-inch Black Noise aluminum wheels to the SXT, GT, R/T, and R/T Plus trims. A performance hood is added to the GT model and performance all-season tires are equipped with the GT and R/T trims.
- SRT® Black: Available with SRT 392, the SRT® Black package adds Gloss Black exterior mirrors, Eclipse Black exhaust tips, Midnight Grey Metallic exterior badges and the package rides on 20-inch Lights Out aluminum wheels.
| Specifications: | 2022 Dodge Durango |
|---|---|
| Length (mm/in) | 5,101 / 200.8 (SXT, GT, R/T, Citadel) |
| Width w/ Mirrors (mm/in) | 2,172 / 85.5 |
| Height (to antenna) (mm/in) | 1,831 / 72.1 (SXT RWD, GT RWD, R/T, Citadel RWD, SRT 392) 1,851 / 72.9 (STX AWD, GT AWD, Citadel AWD) |
| Wheelbase (mm/in) | 3,042 / 119.8 |
| Ground Clearance (mm/in) | 207 / 8.1 (standard) 200 / 7.8 (SRT 392) |
Interior Features
Driver-Focused Cockpit
Dodge continued to borrow design inspiration from the Challenger for the Durango’s interior. Drivers sitting behind the wheel of the 2022 Durango will be getting a driver-focused cockpit that features an integrated control-switch bank, electronic T-shifter, and a driver-oriented centre stack holding the buttons for the SUV’s four drive modes: Sport, Track, Snow, and Tow.
Digital Driver Display
A modern vehicle, like the 2022 Dodge Durango, has a lot of systems that a driver needs to monitor. Our manufacturing partner has made a customizable full-colour 7-inch screen available to help people stay up to date on important information. Drivers will be able to keep an eye on:
- Fuel Economy
- Temperature
- Tire Pressure
- Navigation (if equipped)
Highly Adaptable Interior
The 2022 Dodge Durango offers iconic styling, to be sure, but it also is one of the most functional crossover SUVs in its class. Its three-row interior offers more than 50 different configurations to accommodate a changing mix of passengers and cargo. The SUV’s second and third rows of seats offer several options to help owners adapt to changing situations.
| Specifications: | 2022 Dodge Durango |
|---|---|
| Headroom (first row) (mm/in) | 1,013 / 39.9 |
| Headroom (second row) (mm/in) | 1,011 / 39.8 |
| Headroom (third row) (mm/in) | 960 / 37.8 |
| Legroom (first row) (mm/in) | 1,025 / 40.3 |
| Legroom (second row) (mm/in) | 981 / 38.6 |
| Legroom (third row) (mm/in) | 850 / 33.5 |
| Hip Room (first row) (mm/in) | 1,449 / 57.0 |
| Hip Room (second) (mm/in) | 1,410 / 55.5 |
| Hip Room (third row) (mm/in) | 1,077 / 42.4 |
| Shoulder Room (first row) (mm/in) | 1,486 / 58.5 |
| Shoulder Room (second row) (mm/in) | 1,465 / 57.7 |
| Shoulder Room (third row) (mm/in) | 1,281 / 50.4 |
| Cargo Capacity (behind 3rd row) (L/cu-ft) | 487 / 17.2 |
| Cargo Capacity (behind 2nd row) (L/cu-ft) | 1,340 / 43.3 |
| Cargo Capacity (behind front row, both rear seat rows folded) (L/cu-ft) | 2,410 / 85.1 |
| Seating Capacity | 2/3/2 w/ 3rd Row bench (SXT, GT, R/T) 2/2/2 (Std: Citadel, SRT; Opt: GT, R/T) |
Performance & Capability
High-Performance SUV
We are going to keep drawing comparisons between the 2022 Dodge Durango and the automaker’s historic lineup of muscle cars. The analogy gets even stronger when we take a look at the SUV’s engine lineup. Base trims will employ a 3.6-litre, V-6 engine, making 295 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. Even more powerful V-8 engines are available on upper trim grades. The R/T model will get a 5.7-litre, HEMI V-8, producing 360 horsepower.
Towing Capacity
Certainly, all of the power created by the 2022 Durango’s engine lineup makes the SUV a strong presence on a race track. However, it can be used more practically. When the 2022 Dodge Durango is properly equipped with the Tow N Go package, R/T models will be able to tow up to 3,946 kg (8,700 lbs.), one of the highest towing capacities in the segment.
Track-Ready Output
Nobody would mistake the 2022 Dodge Durango for a race car. With that in mind, the SUV offers a version that would be just as at home on a track. The 2022 Dodge Durango SRT® 392 has a 6.2-litre, HEMI V-8 engine under the hood that will make 475 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque, making it the fastest and most powerful three-row SUV in North America.
| Engine Specifications: (with MDS) | 3.6L Pentastar VVT V6 | 5.7L HEMI VVT V8 (with MDS) | 6.4L HEMI V8 (with MDS) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Horsepower | 295 | 360 | 475 |
| Torque (lb-ft) | 260 | 390 | 470 |
| Standard On | SXT, GT, Citadel | R/T | SRT 392 |
| Available On | -- | Citadel | -- |
Technology
Premium Audio Options
Nothing quite sets the mood for a trip than what is playing through the onboard audio system. The 2022 Durango is available with two premium stereo systems, depending on which trim grade is chosen. An Alpine® system is standard with the R/T, Citadel, and SRT® 392 models. A Harman Kardon® setup is standard on the R/T Plus and optional on several other trims.
SRT Telemetry Pages
Because the 2022 Dodge Durango is capable of making so much power, drivers will need a way to keep their eye on several different pieces of telemetry information. The SRT® Performance Pages will show drivers data about the SUV’s engines, lap timers, G-force, as well as various gauges and dyno readouts.
Cutting-Edge Infotainment System
Owners of the 2022 Dodge Durango will have broad access to one of the best automotive infotainment systems on the market today. Uconnect 5 is faster and more powerful than previous versions. Multiple phones can be connected at the same time, access to Android Auto and Apple CarPlay is standard, and the system is compatible with the Amazon Alexa digital home assistant.
Safety
Park-Sense Features
People can’t see around corners or through blind spots found in every vehicle. The standard Park-Sense® Front and Rear Park Assist system will let drivers know there is an obstacle in their way that they might not have noticed otherwise. Blind-Spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection are also standard equipment on all 2022 Durango models.
Lane Departure Warning
Long trips across seemingly endless highways can take a toll on even the most experienced drivers. Lane Departure Warning with Lane Keep Assist will let the person behind the wheel of the 2022 Durango know if they are beginning to drift out of their lane. The system can even provide corrective action if the driver doesn’t respond to the alerts.
More Advanced Safety Systems
Finch Chrysler customers interested in the 2022 Dodge Durango will also have a few more choices available to protect themselves on the road. Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking can be added to the SUV via certain packages that will further help drivers avoid potentially dangerous situations using the latest in crash-avoidance technology.
2021 Durango Model Changes
There have been some significant changes made to the 2022 version of the Dodge Durango versus last year’s model. The elimination of the Hellcat version and its supercharged engine for 2022 is arguably the biggest change for the SUV. Additionally, Dodge has made third-row seats standard in the 2022 Durango and added more active safety systems to the SUV’s list of standard equipment.
2022 Dodge Durango Trim Levels
SXT
Starting at $51,295Standard features:
– Heated Front Seats/Steering Wheel
– Keyless Entry/Ignition
– Blind-Spot Monitoring/Rear Cross-Path
– All-Wheel Drive
GT
Starting at $55,645Available Features:
– Leather-Faced Seats (1st & 2nd Row)
– Remote Start
– Power Liftgate
– 20-Inch Fine Silver Wheels
R/T
Starting at $64,645Available Features:
– 5.7-L HEMI V-8
– Performance Steering, Suspension
– Uconnect 5 Infotainment
– Park-Sense Front/Rear Park Assist
Citadel
Starting at $66,645Available Features:
– Platinum Exterior Accents
– Nappa Leather Seats
– Full Slate of Safety Systems
– Power Sunroof
R/T Plus
Starting at $68,640Available Features:
– Nappa Leather-Trimmed Bucket Seats
– Harman Kardon Audio System
– Full Slate of Safety Systems
– Power Sunroof
SRT 392
Starting at $80,645Available Features:
– 6.4L HEMI SRT V8
– 475 horsepower, 470 lb-ft of torque
– Exclusive Performance Fascia Design
– Red Brembo Brake Calipers
There is nothing like the 2022 Dodge Durango on the market. It is powerful. It is capable. It is adaptable. Dodge has made some interesting changes to the latest model that includes more access to the automaker’s suite of active safety systems. When you’re finished with the purchase of your 2022 Dodge Durango, don’t forget to schedule your first maintenance appointment. The Finch Chrysler Service Department is ready to handle any issue a vehicle owner can bring to us. Make an appointment with our team, today.