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3.8

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Happy Journeyman

By Marc Kent written on 07-01-2016

Despite some of the bad reviews this thing gets online, my wife and I love our Dodge Journey Crossroads Plus. It's comfy, spacious, has plenty of power for us with the 4 cylinder, looks sharp with the Crossroads Plus trim, and the infotainment system is arguably the best in the world. You can get all kinds of add-ons that are mostly just preference items - we have some key upgrades like the 8.4 Uconnect system, power seats, and back-up camera. The only real cons I can think of is the 4-speed transmission is kind of choppy at lower speeds (not noticeable for highway driving and such). For the price, this is the most spacious SUV you can buy, and it's packs a nice ride to boot. If you want a sports car or full size monster SUV, then well, get one of those. This is an affordable family mover and fills that role very well.

Replacement for my '02 Ram QC to work out of

By Larry written on 12-02-2016

UPDATED INFO: first bit I was did a few road trips to the Hill Country for training with a manager without ladders on the roof. Since the first of the year most has been local work related, mpg wth ladders on the roof in D/FW traffic runs 17-17.5. Satisfied as I do quite a bit of idling while on the computer in the vehicle. I was looking to replace my 14 year old truck with nothing wrong with it other than sucky fuel mileage avg around 12 due to working out of it in Texas summers means idling a lot while typing reports for my home inspection job and my roofing job quotes. I am able to get an 16' compact 3 section extension ladder inside with the front passenger seat up or down inside the vehicle unfortunately my 24' would not fit inside, problem solved by adding Thule crossbar system up top. I also carry my bag of tricks for inspection and quoting work, two laptops, an all-in-one HP printer, roofing sample boards, sticky soled tennis shoes, and dedicated roof walking boots. The cargo management of this kicks my 1/2 ton pickup in the tail, plenty of room for office supplies, files, raingear, etc... I have done one road trip from DFW down to San Antonio and Austin avg. mpg was 26.5 at 75-85 mph. in town 20.8 vs. the trucks 18 highway and 10-11 in town working. The sound system, and 8.4" Uconnect is great, leather seats, plenty of power outlets for the computers, printer, various chargers. The seats and driving position are superb and comfortable. This is a great little vehicle, I really like the style, less coupe looking design, and the driving position and visibility. I was considering the Jeep Patriot too cheap looking even on the up graded trims, the Hyundai Santa Fe too smooth and rounded looking restricted visibility and felt more cramped to me for more money when similarly equipped, and last the Subaru Forester which lacked the interior storage options and when similarly equipped was several thousand dollars higher. If you need a nice compact package that feels bigger than it is give this a look, the Crossroad Plus package is the best deal I found for a balance of value, room, and nicely equipped car based SUV. I have driven various Dodge/Chrysler/Plymouth products since the 1970's reliability has always been solid. I see no reason this one will be any different.

One of the worst vehicles I've ever driven

By MattyB written on 01-27-2017

This is the standard issue company car for the company that I work for. The FWD 4 banger is what most of my coworkers get, but because I live in the Northeast, they upgraded me to the AWD version, which automatically upgrades the engine to the V6 Pentastar. Note that this outdated engine still requires 3000 mile oil changes. It's loud and makes a lot of horsepower, but when paired to this obesely overweight compact SUV, is not impressive. The transmission slips and clunks around between gears and doesn't downshift quickly enough when you need to floor it. Body roll is horrible, and it feels very insecure around corners at highway speeds. The front seats are heavily bolstered which might be comfortable for someone shorter and smaller than me, but at 6 feet and 215 lbs, my thighs are sore after a long drive. Steering response feels kind of like stirring a straw in a slushie. My particular Journey has some sort of electrical defect which causes the headlights to briefly flicker randomly, not to complete darkness, but enough that it is noticeable, and my local Dodge dealer can't figure out the problem. The touchscreen system which controls the radio and climate control system requires way too many touches to change climate settings. Bluetooth is not standard equipment in 2016, which is ridiculous. Rear visibility is abysmal, and a backup camera and/or parking sensors are not standard either. The power window motors sound like they are straining to raise or lower the windows. On the upside, cargo room is excellent, and with the 2nd row seats folded down rivals most midsize SUVs. The 3rd row seating is ok for kids, but adults will be very cramped. I see them everywhere, probably because they are dirt cheap, but you get what you pay for. There are many other better choices.

Journey

By Holly Walker written on 03-31-2017

The third row seating is very helpful for larger families. It looks small, but it's actually pretty roomy.

The Journey Begins

By Scott Lane written on 02-23-2016

There are a couple of different styles and I was shown the bells and whistles first. I had to settle for the one with less options and feel jilted.

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Features: Aux Audio Inputs , Fold Flat Rear Seats , Rear Bench Seats , Stability Control , Tire Pressure Warning , Trip Computer , Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel , Multi-Zone Climate Control , USB Inputs , Post-collision safety system , Keyless Entry/Start , Power Driver Seat , Bluetooth , Third-row seating , 2500lb Towing Capacity , Auto Climate Control , AWD/4WD , Alarm , Remote Start , Heated seats , Back-up camera , Parking sensors , Leather Seats , Upgraded Engine , Navigation , Sunroof/Moonroof , 3500lb Towing Capacity , Rear Entertainment System , Towing Hitch , Upgraded Stereo .

Engine/Mechanics: 6 cylinders , 4 cylinders .

Transmission: Automatic .

Fuel Type: regular unleaded , flex-fuel (unleaded/E85) .

Drivetrain: front wheel drive , all wheel drive .

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