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4 out of 5 stars

Can't afford to keep it on the road!!

Jessica, 10/22/2015
updated 10/24/2016
2004 Dodge Durango Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
7 of 11 people found this review helpful

This vehicle is sleek and the Hemi is awesome but that's as far as the perks go. We have only had this vehicle for 2 years and already had to replace the transmission and head gasket. Now having issue with coolant system. Have already had water pump repaired and the check engine light is on again. Was out of commission and in the shop more than on the road, at least we had the warranty on it. Replaced waterpump, thermostat twice, head gasket, blower motor, transmission all in a years time. Its so pretty sitting in the driveway but not reliable for any type of driving. Will never buy another Dodge and am currently in the market for a different make of SUV.

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3 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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2 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Love my Durango

L Parker, 01/06/2005
2004 Dodge Durango SLT Rwd 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Handles very well, 22 mpg hwy Hemi with 3:55 Rear Axle, 16mpg in town. Tows my 6000 Boat with no effort, the Tow Mode is great. Just towed back from VA a 6X12 Uhaul about 3500 lbs 16 MPG and no effort. Just a great vehicle, too bad most Dodge Dealers are so in the 80's. I think they pass out 5 star ratings to anyone.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

Good SUV overall

Tina, 04/25/2010
2004 Dodge Durango SLT Rwd 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

We bought our SLT new and I love it to this day! It drives like a sedan, the sound system is great, hemi is very powerful. Sometimes it seems to get confused with the gear switch but no mayor issue. I didn't have any issues with that but the hubby did. It did have one major issue with some computer panel. The engine stalled in the middle of drive a couple of times and another time it lost power and started to drive bumpy while a bunch of dashboard lights came on. Of course that happened right after the warranty ran out. Lately we've had a clicking sound in the motor (not always) that turns off after a while. I hope it's not a new trend with all the little fix it's. It's only got 50,000 miles

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1.75 out of 5 stars

Don't by a Durango

Sue Able, 07/11/2004
2004 Dodge Durango Limited Rwd 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I've had my new durango to the dealer numerous times for an air conditioning problem. They can not fix it and just give me back my car. Now I am have electrical problems. Sometimes my car will not go into PARK it says park but when you let off the brake he goes in reverse. Very hazardous!!!!

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1 out of 5 stars

worse suv i have ever owned cars included

justthiz0, 09/05/2015
updated 09/08/2016
2004 Dodge Durango Limited Rwd 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful

Had trouble from day one engine light came on the next day after purchase. The dealer said it was a relay switch which they tried to fix six times has never passed inspection six I had it over three years. Put it in the shop first shop said transmission second opinion was in the shop for a month trying to figure it out slot of broken wires and even he sent the truck out do other repairs he said he never seen anything like this before and he does transmissions. 950. 00 later I'm praying that's it oh and don't let it rain runs like crap never go to family dodge down essington by the airport.

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2 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars
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1 out of 5 stars
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2 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Awesome!! just bought it recently looked like a 2010

godisgood7, 02/12/2012
2004 Dodge Durango Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

We honestly saw this beauty on the lot and I swore they were lying to me. The way it smelled, drove looked I thought it was a 2010 model. Unbelievable. Drives so smooth and love that HEMI!!! We have 3 kids and this is perfect for them and all the things we do. We are getting ready to go to the snow next month and look to have a blast!!! We test drove, the BMW X5, Grand Cherokee, Toyota Rav, Ford Explorer, Ford Escape, Ford Taurus Suv, Hyundai Santa Fe,Nissan Xterra, Dodge by far was the most impressive and funnest to drive and enjoy. Just exceeded expectations. I am trading in my eclipse for a dodge car next so we have 2 Dodge's. Grab life by the horns!! Go Dodge!!

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2.88 out of 5 stars

windows

you're kidding, 06/16/2004
2004 Dodge Durango SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

This is one of the worst vehicles I have owned. You cannot open the windows with other people in the car, it feels like your head is going to explode. Sometimes it feels and sounds like a helicopter is hovering you. If you are by yourself you cannot have more than 1 window open because it's the same thing and for $36000. I expect a little more from a car and also this problem has been going on for at least 5 years from the reviews I've read while researching this. Shame on Dodge this is inexcusable.

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3 out of 5 stars

Why doesn't the engine last long

JR, 10/06/2015
2004 Dodge Durango SLT Rwd 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful

I own a 04 dodge durango 5.7 slt 8 cylinder yes it burns alot of gas but i love my truck problem also they rott very fast ..my main problem I jus got an engine 2 yrs ago cost over $2,500 now i need another very absurd and these warranties don't last more than 6 months to a year..Most people keep telling me just junk my truck its not worth it shakin my head

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4 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars
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1.5 out of 5 stars

DO NOT BUY!!!!!

connielou, 04/26/2012
2004 Dodge Durango SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
3 of 8 people found this review helpful

I bought my 2004 Durango used in 2006 with less than 20000 miles on it and regret it. It has been a complete piece of junk! Overheats constantly even after replacing thermostat & cooling fan, differentials went out after a couple of years, CD player doesn't work, 3rd row seat literally came detached from the floor, cheap plastic interior has multiple cracks. Only gets 12 miles per gallon. Very dangerous blind spot in front. When I turn on the front window defroster, the power steering belt slips and makes a loud squeal and I lose power steering. This thing is only 8 years old! I have read multiple reviews with these exact same issues. Do not buy this vehicle!!!

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4.25 out of 5 stars

I like this Durango

avg, 12/07/2003
2004 Dodge Durango ST Rwd 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Hi, I just bought this vehicle yesterday. Driving it home, I find it to be very comfortable, smooth, and a quite ride. It's a base model, however, it comes standard with many features that you would normally have to pay extra for. It has a v6 but it seems to have plenty of power going up a hill.I bought this for my wife to replace a 95 Voager. I'm very happy with it and hoping that my wife will too. It's fun to drive. Is there a manufacturer rebate on this model? We were told that there weren't any.

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