2025 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat

Dodge may have discontinued its Charger and Challenger for 2025 but there's still some muscle available in the 2025 Durango. A three-row SUV, the Durango may be an intriguing alternative for shoppers who find most three-row crossovers a bit boring. The Durango has a bolder personality than the average family hauler, and that goes a long way toward making a practical vehicle feel less like an appliance. And when equipped with its available V8 engine — a big contributor to that personality — the Durango is capable of towing small to midsize trailers with ease. But it's also true that this generation Durango has been around for a long time.

Updates over the years have managed to keep the Durango mostly fresh, with current infotainment and other upgrades coming regularly. But those changes can't entirely mask the fact that the current generation Durango debuted way back in 2011. Compared to newer rivals, the Durango suffers from below-average fuel economy and lackluster acceleration with its base V6 engine. The interior packaging also isn't as clever or efficient as in other three-row competitors.

With plenty of competition among three-row midsize SUVs, the Durango has carved out its own niche with comical power and top towing capacity. The Jeep twins, the Toyota Sequoia and the Ford Expedition can pull a bit more, while the Nissan Armada and Chevrolet Suburban aren't far behind. If towing isn't a priority, other options include the Kia Telluride, Hyundai Palisade, Honda Pilot and Mazda CX-90. All benefit from smoother ride quality and more advanced in-car tech than the aging Durango.