Overview
The 2011 Dodge Journey SUV is a midsize SUV offered in 5 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $22,245. For that price, it mainly competes with the Toyota Highlander SUV, the Kia Sorento SUV, and the Ford Flex which is a midsize wagon. Between 5 trims, the Journey offers 2 powertrains. The base engine is a 2.4L Inline-4 capable of making 177 horsepower and 166 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, there is also a 283 horsepower-making 3.6L V6 engine. The former engine is mated to a 4-speed automatic transmission whereas the latter is coupled to a 6-speed automatic transmission. The Journey reaches 60 mph from zero in 9.2 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 7.5 seconds with the 3.6L V6 engine. Depending on the powertrain, the Journey can manage a combined fuel economy between 20 and 22 mpg. While we're on the topic of choices, the 7 striking colors the Journey comes in really pull you towards itself.
