2012 Dodge Journey

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Basic Specs

Base Price $18,995
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
Curb Weight (lbs) 3818
City (MPG) 19
Hwy (MPG) 26
Horsepower 173@6000
Torque (lb-ft) 166@4000
Wheelbase 113.8
Length (in.) 192.4
Width (in.) 72.2
Height (in.) 66.6

The Dodge Journey mid-size crossover is actually among the automaker’s newest designs, but it was still treated to a number of major upgrades for the latest model year. The biggest changes come under the hood, where Chrysler’s new Pentastar V6 makes an appearance, and inside, where an all-new interior represents a significant upgrade from the low-rent cabin of the old model.

The Journey gains the new 3.6-liter, 283-horsepower, 260 lb-ft. of torque V6 already introduced in the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee, among other Chrysler products. This all-new engine will be mated to a six-speed automatic in this application, a departure from the five-speed automatic offered in the Grand Cherokee. Fuel economy for this new V6 is rated at 17 city, 25 highway with front-wheel drive, and 16 city, 24 highway with all-wheel drive.

The 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine will remain as the standard powerplant for the Journey. It essentially carryies over with 173 horsepower and 166 lb-ft of torque as well as 19 city and 25 highway mpg. Unlike the new Pentastar V6, the 2.4 stays paired to a four-speed automatic transmission.

The automaker also says that the revised Journey is quieter and features a more refined ride than before thanks to careful tuning and NVH control.

Changes Inside and Out
The Journey's interior borrows heavily from Chrysler’s latest parts bin, including some switchgear already seen in the 2011 Grand Cherokee and the 2011 Dodge Durango. Still, the look is much more upscale than before and it includes a number of new features.

Situated between the dual main gauges is a full color vehicle information center display. Backlit in red, it is easily visible through the automaker’s new three-spoke steering wheel. The center stack shows an all-new navigation system that apparently isn’t related to the automaker’s current Media Center setup. The screen is larger than before and nearly all features are integrated into the touch-screen setup aside from volume and a single knob. The Journey also features revised climate controls unlike those seen elsewhere in the automaker’s lineup.

A redesigned center console includes a 12-volt outlet and a USB port, as well as a padded center armrest. New seats and fabrics further seal the deal inside.

The Journey retains most of the outgoing model’s appearance, although a new front fascia boasts Dodge’s "split crosshair" grille design. Larger fog lamps, LED tail lamps and newly available 19-inch alloy wheels mark the biggest detail changes to the exterior.

Trim levels for the new Journey start with the base Express level, followed by Mainstreet, Crew, R/T and Lux.

Key Competitors
The Toyota Venza, Ford Explorer and Chevrolet could all be considered rivals to the Journey.

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    • General
    • Body Style: SUV
    • Size: Midsize
    • Market Segment: Standard
    • Weight: 3818 lbs
    • Exterior
    • Length: 192.4 in.
    • Width: 72.2 in.
    • Height: 66.6 in.
    • Wheelbase: 113.8 in.
    • Ground Clearance: TBD
    • Front Track: 61.8 in.
    • Rear Track: 62.3 in.
    • Weight Distribution: TBD
    • Drag Coefficient: 0.368
    • Interior - General
    • Seats: 5
    • Passenger Volume: 134.5 cu. ft.
    • Cargo Volume: 39.61 cu. ft.
    • Cargo Volume (Seats Folded): TBD
    • Interior - Front Row
    • Volume: 55.39 cu. ft.
    • Leg Room: 40.8 in.
    • Head Room: 40.8 in.
    • Shoulder Room: 57.5 in.
    • Hip Room: 53.8 in.
    • Interior - Second Row
    • Volume: 44.1 cu. ft.
    • Leg Room: 33.6 in.
    • Head Room: 39.9 in.
    • Shoulder Room: 56.9 in.
    • Hip Room: 54.4 in.
    • Propulsion
    • Fuel Type: Gas
    • Engine Type: 2.4L I4
    • Power: 173 hp @ 6000 rpm
    • Torque: 166 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
    • Transmission: 4-Speed Automatic
    • Highway Fuel Economy: 26 mpg
    • City Fuel Economy: 19 mpg
    • Forced Induction: None
    • Direct Injection: No
    • Chassis
    • Layout: Front Wheel Drive
    • Front Suspension: Strut-Type
    • Rear Suspension: Multi-Link
    • Wheels
    • Front: 16" Steel
    • Front Tires: P225/70R16
    • Rear: 16" Steel
    • Rear Tires: P225/70R16
    • Trailering & Hauling
    • Trailer Weight: 1000 lbs
    • Payload: TBD
    • Tongue Weight: TBD

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      American Value Package

      • 2.4L I4 w/ 173 Horsepower and 26 hwy mpg+
      • Available in FWD
      • 4-Speed AutoStick Transmission
      • 16-Inch Wheel Covers
      • 4.3-Inch Uconnect Touch™ Radio+
      • Six Speakers
      • Soft-Touch Materials Throughout
      • 5-Passenger Seating w/ Available 7-Passenger Seating
      • Keyless Enter 'n Go™ System+
      • A/C with Dual Zone Temperature Control

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      SE

      • Includes Everything on AVP, Plus:
      • LED tail lamps
      • Sunscreen glass
      • Black Side Roof Rails

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      SXT

      • Includes Everything on SE, Plus:
      • 3.6L Pentastar® V6 w/+ 283 Horsepower and 25 hwy mpg+
      • 6-Speed AutoStick Auto. Transmission
      • 17-Inch Aluminum Wheels
      • Performance Front and Rear Fascias
      • Dual Bright Exhaust Tips
      • Fog lamps
      • Power Heated Body Color Exterior Mirrors
      • 4.3-Inch Uconnect Touch™ Radio+
      • 1 Year of SiriusXM Satellite Radio+

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      Crew

      • Includes Everything on SE, Plus:
      • 3.6L Pentastar® V6 w/+ 283 Horsepower and 25 hwy mpg+
      • 6-Speed AutoStick Auto. Transmission
      • 17-Inch Aluminum Wheels
      • Performance Front and Rear Fascias
      • Dual Bright Exhaust Tips
      • Fog lamps
      • Power Heated Body Color Exterior Mirrors
      • 4.3-Inch Uconnect Touch™ Radio+
      • 1 Year of SiriusXM Satellite Radio+

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    Packages

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      Smoker's Package

      • Cigar Lighter
      • Removable Ashtray

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      Flexible Seating Group

      • Second-Row 40 / 60 Tilt 'N Slide Seat
      • Third-Row 50 / 50 Fold / Relining Seat
      • Rear A/C & Heater with 3-Zone Temperature Control
      • Delete Cargo Compartment Cover
      • Second Row Seat Easy Entry System
      • GVW / Payload Rating When properly equipped. See dealer and check owner's manual for details.
      • Rear Air Conditioning with Heater

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      Second-Row Seat w/ Two Child Booster Seats

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      Uconnect Voice Command w/ Bluetooth

      • Communicate virtually hands-free with an in-vehicle, voice-activated system that allows you to talk using your Bluetooth-compatible phone.

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      Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat Exterior Paint

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      Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat Exterior Paint

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      Storm Grey Pearl Coat Exterior Paint

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      White Exterior Paint

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      Black Interior Color

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      Black / Light Frost Beige Interior Colors

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    Powertrain

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      GVW / Payload Rating

      • When properly equipped. See dealer and check owner's manual for details.

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      GVW / Payload Rating

      • When properly equipped. See dealer and check owner's manual for details.

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      Engine Block Heater

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