Used Dodge Durango

What to know before buying: Dodge Durango

From 1 forum thread and 2 press tests · updated 11/10/2026

What the reviews say

• The third-generation Durango offers up to seven seats, a comfortable cabin and adaptable cargo space; owners praise it as a comfortable family car.[2][3]Dodge Durango III
• Owner reviews praise the third-generation 3.6 V6 for comfort, smooth running and a dependable eight-speed automatic.[3]one sourceDodge Durango III
• The third generation offers petrol engines from a 3.6-litre V6 to powerful HEMI V8s; the 5.7 V8 is particularly suited to towing and brisk driving.[2]one sourceDodge Durango III
• Space and V8 performance come with a trade-off: the sources report high fuel consumption, especially for HEMI versions.[2][3]Dodge Durango III

Typical faults

• High-mileage third-generation vehicles may shift unevenly and jerk during downshifts.[2]one sourceDodge Durango III
• Older Uconnect versions may run slowly, freeze or lose mobile-device synchronisation; some vehicles require a software update.[2]one sourceDodge Durango III
• Vehicles with 20-inch or larger wheels may suffer accelerated wear of suspension arms, ball joints and bushes.[2]one sourceDodge Durango III
• SRT and sport-package versions can wear brake pads and discs rapidly.[2]one sourceDodge Durango III
• Some vehicles, particularly those used in harsh conditions, may leak from the driveshaft seals or power-steering lines.[2]one sourceDodge Durango III
• Cylinder-head problems are reported on 2011–2013 3.6 V6 engines.[1]one sourceDodge Durango III

  2011–2013 · 3.6 V6

Which engine and version to take

• The 3.6 V6 from 2014 onward is the rational choice: the forum calls later engines solid, while owners praise their smoothness and eight-speed automatic.[1][3]Dodge Durango III
• The 5.7 HEMI V8 suits buyers who prioritise towing and performance and accept higher fuel consumption.[2]one sourceDodge Durango III

What to avoid

• Avoid the 2011–2013 3.6 V6 because the source reports cylinder-head problems in those years.[1]one sourceDodge Durango III

What to check at the inspection

• On a cold start, check how a 2011–2013 3.6 V6 runs and request records of any cylinder-head repairs.[1]one sourceDodge Durango III
• During the test drive, check the automatic in every mode, especially downshifts; inspect the oil condition and service history.[2]one sourceDodge Durango III
• Test Uconnect responsiveness, phone pairing and every multimedia function; confirm whether its software has been updated.[2]one sourceDodge Durango III
• On a vehicle with 20-inch or larger wheels, inspect the arms, ball joints, bushes and other rubber-metal suspension parts for wear.[2]one sourceDodge Durango III
• On SRT and sport-package vehicles, measure remaining pad and disc life because these versions wear them heavily.[2]one sourceDodge Durango III
• On a lift, look for fluid traces around the driveshaft seals and power-steering lines.[2]one sourceDodge Durango III

Verdict

Sources

1. [1]garaget.org — Köpråd : Dodge Durango - Sida 1 · forum
2. [2]zabezpiecz-auto.pl — Dodge Durango: opinie, jaki silnik wybrać, co warto ... · press
3. [3]autocentrum.pl — Dodge Durango - Opinie i oceny o modelu - Oceń swoje auto · press

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