The 2009 Dodge Journey slots between Durango and Dodge’s Nitro mid-sized sport utility vehicles. The highlight features that attract potential customers towards the model are its steering and more power, while the fuel economy rates are considered as main drawbacks.
2009 Dodge Journey
Engine
The 2009 Dodge Journey is offered in three trim versions, the base model SE, R/T and up-level SXT. The standard engine to all the models include 2.0 liter DOHC I-4 version that delivers power up to 173 hp at 6000 rpm and torque of 166 lb ft at 4000 rpm. The other engine offered as optional include 3.5 liter V6 model that produces 235 hp at 6400 rpm and torque of 232 lb ft at 4000 rpm. The standard transmission to the engine is 4-speed automatic, while it offers 6-speed automatic as optional. With the I-4 engine, Journey model can achieve 15 mpg in the city premises and 20 mpg on the highway roads.
Features
The new features offered as standard in the 2009 Dodge Journey include UConnect multimedia suite that has the capacity to store 20GB of music files and pictures, navigation system, beverage chilling glove box and child safety cushions.
The best buy vehicles apart from the 2009 Dodge Journey model include Toyota Highlander, Honda Pilot, Hyundai Santa Fe, GMC Acadia, Mazda CX-9 and Ford Flex.