The mid-sized crossover SUV from Dodge, Journey, is a 5-door model designed on the Chrysler JC platform. The first model hit the market in 2008 as 2009 model. It is one of the top selling vehicles in the market today.
Dodge Journey
Best buy vehicles apart from Dodge Journey model include Toyota Highlander, Honda Pilot, Ford Flex, Hyundai Santa Fe, GMC Acadia, Chevrolet Traverse and Mazda CX-9. Newly redesigned models in this segment include Nissan Murano, Ford Flex, Toyota Venza, Kia Borrego and Dodge Durango.
First Generation (2007-Present)
The first generation Dodge Journey was unveiled in 2007 at Frankfurt Motor Show and sales went on from final season of 2007. It is slightly redesigned in 2009. The Dodge Journey model is related to Dodge Avenger, and Chrysler Sebring.
2009 Dodge Journey
The current generation Dodge Journey model comes powered by standard DOHC I-4 version that delivers 173 hp at 6000 rpm and torque of 166 lb ft at 4000 rpm. The other engine offered as optional include a 3.5 liter DOHC V6 model that generates 235 hp of power at 6400 rpm and 232 lb ft of torque at 4000 rpm. The standard transmission to the engine is 4-speed automatic, while it offers 6-speed automatic transmission as optional. With the powerful engine equipped, the mid-sized SUV model can achieve fuel economy of 19 miles per gallon in the city premises and 25 miles per gallon on the highway roads.
As far as the exterior dimensions of the current Dodge Journey model are concerned, it has the wheel base of 113.8 inches, length of 192.4 inches, width of 61.8 inches and height of 66.6 inches. Apart from wider exteriors, it also offer roomy interior.