2004 Dodge Durango Review
Fuel Economy
14 - 16 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
With its tough truck styling, available Hemi V8 power and an even more spacious interior, the Durango offers one of the most enticing combinations of power, comfort and utility on the market.
Pros
Strong V8 engines, smooth-shifting transmissions, excellent ride quality, rugged good looks.
Cons
Thirsty V8s, maximum passenger capacity decreased to seven.
What's New for 2004
The Durango is reborn and now sports the option of Hemi V8 power.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
Yeehaaaa
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Dodge Durango Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
Review
Yes it is hard on gas, show me a SUV full size able to tow 8500 lbs that is not. Still better than my pops 85 two door chev. Stay away from Dodge service if possible, lots of local mechanics have the computer diagnostic available. No issue as of yet, just loving it. Kids love the whole dvd thing, wife loves being high up and safe thing, I love knowing I can pass at anytime.
Favorite Features
Difference between Hemi and smaller engines, about 3 mpg more 60% of the fun.
Suggested Improvements
Put scratch resistant material on rear door panels. HUD would be nice.
Awesome SUV
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Dodge Durango SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
Review
This has been the best SUV I've ever driven (and I've driven Land Cruisers, Montero Sport, Montero, Murano, CR-Vs, Rav4s, Ford Explorers.) It's so quiet, pretty solid, pretty good off-road, all though I haven't been able to get more than 12 MPG in the city, I still recommend this vehicle for everyone looking for an spacious car for the family and pretty good on long trips.
Favorite Features
6 CD Changer Stereo, 3rd. row seats.
Suggested Improvements
MDS on 3.7 and 4.7 liter engines.
Excellent Choice!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Dodge Durango Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
Review
I recently bought my Durango used. I am single and don't actually need this vehicle but I have since found it so useful! It tows my 6000 pound car trailer with ease, even with 3.55 gears in my Hemi. Power is great and is always available, I average about 13/18 but if I want to take it easy I can easily get 21-22 MPG on the highway. I only wish the 2nd row had more legroom but the 3rd row easily has the Tahoe beat for overall comfort and space. Overall this vehicle was an excellent buy! It looks great, drives great and has just about every feature I could want! At 101K miles it still feels like brand new! I highly Recommend this car! Dont buy any other till you atleast test drive this car!
Favorite Features
HEMI!! Limited equiptment group. Sound system is Excellent!
Suggested Improvements
2nd row legroom.
Comfortable and reliable
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 4 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Dodge Durango Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
Review
This is the second Durango I have owned and I would definitely buy another. I recently just had the first mechanical problem I've had with either. The power steering got metal shavings in it which broke the pump and had to be replaced. Because I purchased an extended warranty that covered the pump it cost me $300. I have had many cars and this is by far the most comfortable. The stereo is nice, the heated and power seats are great, and there is plenty of room for my entire family. The powerful engine is nice too, but I wish it got better gas mileage. It's not much worse then the 04 Pilot I owned, however.
Favorite Features
Heated seats, sound system, DVD player, third row, moon roof
Suggested Improvements
Gas mileage. Power steering should be able to hold up under a few cookies.
American power and steel
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Dodge Durango Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
Review
We love the power and steel that protects us and moves our wounderful Durango limited. The kids love the great sounding DVD and we love them loving it. The comfort and style are great. The sure footed feeling in all conditions make it fun to drive year round. The gas MPG are not bad at all for what you get in return. We see 21- 22 hwy at 65-70 MPH and 19.5-21 MPG at 73-78 MPH. add in town and we average about 16.5 MPG. The only real change would be adding the lift gate rear window to unlatch for loading small item. We like it better than the Tahoe/yukon. 7/8 the size and much more fun to drive.
Favorite Features
The room, design, and that wounderful Hemi power. The DVD is nice as well. Memory seating!
Suggested Improvements
Rear lift gate window entrance.
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