2009 Dodge Journey Midsize SUV

2009 Dodge Journey Midsize SUV
This select trim of 2009 Dodge Journey midsize suv for consumer choice:
- FWD 4dr SE
- AWD 4dr R/T
- AWD 4dr SXT
- FWD 4dr R/T
- FWD 4dr SXT
and the range pricing between:
- MSRP: $20,925 - $29,335
- Invoice: $19,517 - $27,170

2009 Dodge Journey Midsize SUV
2009 Dodge Journey Midsize SUV
2009 Dodge Journey Midsize SUV Trunk View
2009 Dodge Journey Midsize SUV Engine View

Pros
• Power (SXT and R/T)
• Steering/Handing (SXT and R/T)
Cons
• Power (SE)
• Steering/Handling (SXT and R/T)

The 2009 Dodge Journey its Dodge finally enters the crossover SUV market. Journey slots between Dodge's Nitro and Durango midsize SUVs. Unlike Nitro and Durango, Journey is a car-type SUV that sits lower to the ground and has a less off-road-capable drivetrain and suspension than those vehicles. 2009 Dodge Journey seats five in base trim, and up to seven with the Flexible Seating Group that includes a 50/50 split third-row seat. Three models are offered. The base SE has a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine and comes only with front-wheel drive. Uplevel SXT and R/T models have a 3.5-liter V6 and are available with front- or all-wheel drive. Base models have 16-inch wheels. Front drive SXTs have 17-inch wheels and a sport suspension. All-wheel-drive SXTs and all R/Ts have 19-inch wheels and a more-performance-oriented suspension. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain side airbags that cover all seating rows, and front side airbags. Storage features include an available flat-folding front passenger seat with an under-cushion storage bin, storage bins in the second-row foot well, and underfloor storage in the cargo area. The 2009 Dodge Journey also available are second-row seats with built-in child-safety cushions, a beverage-chilling glove box, and a navigation system. Chrysler's uconnect multimedia suite, which has a 20-gigabyte hard drive for storing pictures and digital music files, is optional.

The Consumer Guide Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position for consumer choice. Larger than Compact SUVs, Midsize SUVs offer a mix of car- and truck-type construction, V6 and V8 power, and up to eight-passenger seating. This class also includes crossover vehicles.

Our Best Buy choices are the Chevrolet Traverse, Honda Pilot, GMC Acadia, Mazda CX-9, and Saturn Outlook. Our Recommended picks are the Dodge Journey, Ford Flex, Hyundai Santa Fe, and Toyota Highlander.

New or significantly redesigned models include the Chevrolet Traverse, Dodge Journey, Ford Flex, Kia Borrego, Nissan Murano, and Toyota Venza. The Hummer H3 adds a crew-cab pickup truck bodystyle for 2009, while the Dodge Durango adds a gas/electric hybrid model.