2025 Dodge Durango Review and Features

• From 295 to up to 710 horsepower, the Durango is certified muscle car with 3-rows.
• A special SRT Hellcat Silver Bullet edition is also coming soon, complete with unique styling and features.
• Read on and give us a call for more details!

The 2025 Dodge Durango symbolizes Dodge’s commitment to raw power and American muscle, even as the majority of the automotive world shifts towards electrification and autonomous vehicles. As one of the last remaining bastions of V8-powered SUVs, the Durango offers a driving experience that is both thrilling and uniquely nostalgic, making it one of the few choices for performance SUV fans.

Power Is All You Need

You know it, we know it, everyone knows it: You’re not considering the Durango because it’s fuel efficient. Chances are, you’re getting it because it’s a raw, unbridled performance machine in a 3-row SUV format. And boy, does the Durango deliver. The base 3.6-liter V6 engine delivers a respectable 295 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, offering adequate power and surprising efficiency. However, for real fun, Dodge provides the iconic, but endangered, HEMI V8, transforming the Durango from a practical SUV into a muscle car with three rows.

The 5.7-liter V8 in the R/T trim outputs a robust 360 horsepower and 390 lb-ft of torque, and tows up to 8,700 pounds with the available Tow and Go package, making it the ideal workhorse and commuter combo. For the truly power-hungry though, the SRT 392 delivers an eye-watering 475 horsepower, while the top-tier SRT Hellcat boasts an “is that even legal” 710 horsepower, rocketing the Durango from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds.

Fuel Economy: Efficiency Takes a Back Seat

The Durango’s performance comes at a cost—fuel efficiency. The most efficient Durango offers 20 mpg combined, 18 mpg city, and 25 mpg highway, while the most powerful offers 13 mpg combined, 13 mpg city, and 17 mpg highway. 

• Durango with Pentastar V6
  20 mpg combined, 18 mpg city, and 25 mpg highway (RWD)
  20 mpg combined, 17 mpg city, and 24 mpg highway (AWD)
• Durango with HEMI V8
  17 mpg combined, 14 mpg city, and 22 mpg highway (RWD)
  17 mpg combined, 14 mpg city, and 22 mpg highway (AWD)
• Durango SRT
  13 mpg combined, 12 mpg city, and 17 mpg highway (RWD)

Interior Comfort and Connectivity

Inside, the 2025 Durango remains true to its roots with a design that marries muscle-car aesthetics with modern convenience. The cabin features a driver-centric layout with easy-to-use controls and comfortable seating for up to seven passengers. The standard 10.1-inch Uconnect infotainment system, now across all trims, is intuitive and responsive, supporting both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for seamless smartphone integration.

While the interior materials may not match the luxury found in some newer rivals, the Durango compensates with practicality. With all seats folded, it offers 85.1 cubic feet of cargo space, more than adequate for most family needs.

Technology and Safety: Good, but could be better.

Technology in the Durango is a tale of contrasts. On one hand, the Uconnect system and available premium audio options like the Harman Kardon sound system are top-notch, enhancing the driving experience. On the other hand, the Durango lags in advanced safety features. While essentials like blind-spot monitoring are included, critical features such as automatic emergency braking and lane departure warning are optional rather than standard, which may be a drawback for safety-conscious buyers.

Interested in the 2025 Dodge Durango? You’re in luck! We have plenty of 2025 Durango in stock here at Safford CDJR of Winchester, VA. Give us a call or visit us at 1659 Berryville Pike, Winchester, VA 22603 for more details!