Dodge Durango 2006–2008 car dimensions: 5101 mm long, 1930 mm wide and 1887 mm high. Unladen weight is 2,138 kg. Braked towing is 4,060 kg.
The SXT cabin seats five or seven with cloth buckets and a 40/20/40 second-row bench that folds. Air conditioning and cruise control come standard, along with an AM/FM/CD radio, power windows, locks, and mirrors, plus a tilt wheel. Rear air conditioning is optional, as are side-curtain airbags and electronic stability control. Higher-end radios or navigation add a screen on some grades.
Cargo space measures 538 liters behind the third row when fitted. Fold the second and third rows for a flat floor and up to 2900 liters total. The area between the wheelhouses is wide enough for plywood sheets.
Maximum braked towing reaches 4060 kg when properly equipped with the HEMI V8 and trailer tow group. Base V6 models tow less. Payload goes up to 812 kg. Heavy-duty cooling comes in the trailer tow package.
HD shocks are standard. The trailer tow group adds a Class IV hitch, wiring, and coolers for work or hauling use.
The cabin feels roomy with generous head, leg, shoulder and hip room plus available seven- or eight-passenger seating. Cloth front buckets are standard on SXT. heated front seats are available. Second-row 40/20/40 seats fold and tumble flat. A power sunroof with express-open is optional. Laminated side glass helps quiet the cabin. The long wheelbase and independent front suspension deliver a smooth ride.
Base SXT V6 rated 16 city/21 highway mpg. V8s lower.
27-gallon fuel tank.
Oil change every 6,000 miles or 6 months normal. 3,000 miles or 3 months severe.
5-star NHTSA frontal crash rating for driver and passenger.
Standard 4-wheel ABS and multistage front airbags with occupant classification. side-curtain airbags and ESP optional on 2006 SXT, standard 2007-2008.
Fuel use depends on the engine. The base SXT 3.7-liter V6 is rated 16 city and 21 highway mpg. Optional 4.7-liter and 5.7-liter V8s return lower figures around 14 city and 18-19 highway. The tank holds 27 gallons.
Service follows the owner's manual schedules. Under normal conditions change oil and filter every 6,000 miles or 6 months. Severe use such as towing, short trips, dusty roads or extreme temperatures calls for every 3,000 miles or 3 months. Other items like air filter, brakes and fluids follow the listed intervals.
Safety starts with standard four-wheel disc ABS and advanced multistage front airbags plus an occupant classification system. The Durango earned a five-star NHTSA frontal rating. Side-curtain airbags covering all rows and Electronic Stability Program were optional on 2006 SXT models and became standard for 2007-2008.
Living with the Durango means using its large cargo volume that reaches 102.4 cubic feet with seats folded and available towing packages. Keep up with the maintenance schedule and inspect for common wear items to maintain reliability.
Length 5101 mm, Width 1930 mm, Height 1887 mm, Wheelbase 3027 mm (Durango 2006–2008)
Sources: manufacturer data, DaimlerChrysler 2006 Dodge Durango Specifications , base 2WD listed as ST with the 3.7-liter V6, front axle 10.1 in, 67.25 cu ft converts to.