Used 2005 Dodge Durango SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A) Consumer Reviews
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After 5 years 85000 miles of ownership
mrcrow2u, Providence, RI, 03/05/2011
Dodge Durango SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
18 of 19 people found this review helpful
Overall very good SUV. Ride is smooth but can get bouncy on rough roads. No major mechanical issues, sporadic stalling has happened a few times per year, EGR had to be replaced under warranty. Check engine light will come on if gas cap is not on properly. Average 17.6 mpg in mixed driving. Incredible in bad weather, made many long trips in bad weather to hockey games. 3rd row seating not very comfortable to anyone over 12. Lose all rear storage space with 3rd row in use. Rear and middle rows can be folded down which is nice. Sound system is very good. No build quality issues to report. Overall very happy with the Durango and would consider buying another one in the future.
Pretty good ride
John in Ks, Augusta, KS, 11/26/2019
updated 12/09/2024
Dodge Durango SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
I purchased my 05 Durango SLT new in early 06. It has the 5.7L hemi (drop down menu does not show this option). It now has 102,000 miles and still runs great. Though the miles are low we have put the Dodge through its paces. We have driven it to both coasts multiple times (we live in Kansas), pulled heavy trailers, driven through some rough weather (after all this is Kansas!). You never forget you are driving a truck but the ride is smooth, the handling competent, the seats comfortable on long trips and cabin is usually quiet. The quietness is compromised if driving in a stout cross wind as a whistle develops around the passenger door. The SUV originally had a gas overflow problem. When filling up, with gas, the pump would turn off and gas would flow upward out of the tank. This was repaired under a factory service bulletin but you will see many of these vehicles with paint issues around the fuel door. We live in the country and rely on our Durango to get us to town and back in inclement weather including some deep snow and ice. It has never let us down and the full time AWD keeps the truck firmly planted to the roads. The locking center differential will get you through most slick situations. Most of our driving is country highway, interstate and a little small town driving. Gas mileage varies for 19 to 21. That's not bad for a vehicle this big and capable. We have the 3rd row but rarely use it as it is just too small. Otherwise, there is plenty of room for 4 though rear seat foot room is a bit skimpy. I'm not ready to trade as there are too many miles left on my Durango and I enjoy driving it. When it is time I'll definitely consider another one. Update 11/26/2020 - We still have our Durango and it is still doing great for us. We recently purchased a 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited which has replaced the Durango as our go to long trip vehicle but the Dodge still has a place in our fleet. I recently used it to tow a trailer from Omaha to Wichita. Probably had 6000 pounds behind the hitch. The Durango never missed a beat and easily maintained highway speeds on the Kansas Turnpike (75 MPH). In summary I'd still drive the Durango anywhere on a moments notice and in bad weather it is still my go to vehicle. UPDATE:12/23/21 - We now have 116,000 miles on our Durango and it continues to serve well. I recently changed the spark plugs which can be a chore as there are 16 spark plugs (2 per cylinder) and some are hard to reach. The new plugs resulted in a noticeable increase in pep. I am planning to take the Dodge on a trip to Georgia later this month and have no concerns in doing so. I occasionally think about trading for something newer but can't really see a good reason to do so. The Durango is still reliable and comfortable. And if the weather turns bad it is comforting to be in vehicle this solidly built. Update 6-6-24: the Durango now has 148,000 miles on it and is running fine. Last month I changed the fluids in the front and rear differentials, the transmission and the transfer case. I also recently replaced the shock absorbers. I did this maintenance before taking a trip from Kansas to Georgia and back. The SUV drove and rode smooth. On the highway, driving 70 to 75 MPH, I averaged a little bit above 20MPG. I still have no hesitation driving the Durango anywhere at any time. The Full time AWD continues to be comforting in bad weather. There are, however, some aging issues. The plastic trim on the side of the drivers seat is cracking and breaking. These are just cosmetic trim pieces so I will not replace them. There is also significant rust below the fuel door. A new vehicle is always tempting but I still have no compelling reason to trade in the Mighty Dodge (tip of the hat to Al Bundy).
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LouDog, Groton, CT, 07/21/2019
Dodge Durango SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
this is a 5.7 HEMI AWD 2005 Durango... had it serviced and did the recalls at a dodge dealer... used Full Synthetic Oil...(best for this vehicle).. the 5.7 HEMI is a great engine and has power when you need it and drives great. On the highway headed north.. cruse control at 78MPH, got 20.1-21.7 miles per gallon. Pretty good for a large V-8... did all the maintenance... has new brakes and rotors all 4 wheels, new MS tires... comfort, dependability always there... nice vehicle... i liked it a lot needed a truck..... wish i could have kept it....
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Love this SUV.
kgates75, Pleasant Prairie, WI, 10/11/2012
Dodge Durango SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
I love this truck. It has been dependable since I purchased it in 2007. It was a 2005 with 23K. I have driven this from WI - TN x2 and WI- FL x2. No issues other then it spits fuel back out when you fill it. Minor repair issues. I even hit a deer did minimal damage. I feel very safe in this truck.
Tons of Vehicle for the $$
Doug, 11/23/2009
Dodge Durango SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Bought the Durango used nearly 3 yrs ago and initially had several minor issues with some trim pieces. However, mechanically it's been nearly perfect and very reliable. Great tow vehicle and good for family of 6. Not quite as large as Expedition or Tahoe but much less expensive, tows as much or more (I've got the HEMI) and drives much better - especially in the city. Mileage also hasn't been bad as expected. I consistently average 15.5 to 16.0 combined and easily achieve 20- 22 on the highway cruising 80. Not the prettiest vehicle out there but one to seriously consider if buying used. NEVER buy one of these big SUV's new - you'd be throwing $1000's out the window for no reason!