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Dodge Durango is handsome, powerful, versatile,
and refined. For many buyers, however, Durango's
most appealing feature is its just-right size. Based
on the Dakota pickup, Durango is smaller and more
maneuverable than the full-size SUVs, such as the
Ford Expedition and Chevrolet Tahoe. Yet Durango
still offers six-passenger seating, V8 power, and
a hefty towing capacity. Dodge Durango has found
a comfortable niche that Ford and GM missed.
With
theater-style seating that gives rear-seat passengers
a view of the road ahead, and other interior creature
comforts, the Durango is a smart choice for large
families. It's also a good choice for people who
tow light to medium-sized trailers. A beefy 5.9-liter
V8 is available, and it delivers plenty of pulling
power, while the more sophisticated 4.7-liter overhead-cam
V8 offers decent performance and an added measure
of refinement.
A
new five-speed automatic transmission is available
for 2002 that should improve fuel economy. Also
new for 2002 are optional side-curtain air bags,
available for every trim level. For 2002, Dodge
has added a high-value trim level called SXT with
unique Graphite trim. Last year, Durango benefited
from an all-new, more comfortable and more car-like
interior, plus a new performance-tuned R/T model.
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