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The 2009 Dodge Journey is a new midsize crossover that offers some promising
features in an already impacted segment. Right off the bat, the new Journey
claims to have secured the coveted best in class for MPG, with 19mpg city, and
25mpg for highway. A lot of potential customers will be looking for that claim
in a non-hybrid vehicle. Journey claims that distinction with one of its engine
options, the 2.4L 4-cylinder world engine which also boasts of 173hp and
166lb-ft of torque.
For those with a penchant for higher performance, you can order your Journey
with a 3.5L 235hp V6 that manages 16mpg city and 23mpg highway with the FWD
drive train and 15mpg city and 22mpg highway with the AWD model. The V6 model
comes with a 6-speed automatic with Auto Stick, a smooth auto-manual option. Get
the sturdy and dependable 4-speed automatic on the 4-cylinder power train. The
Dodge Journey's exterior is a combination of the familiar cross-hair chrome
grille and departure from the norm in styling. Bold style lines combined with
attractive new 19" wheels are sure to attract a lot of attention.
Available in three trims, the SE, SXT, and R/T with AWD optional in the last
two, the R/T offers a sport suspension package and plenty of racing-inspired
accessories. The SXT is bristling with technological hardware and audio
capabilities that rival a home stereo system. Safety is brought to a new
pinnacle with Journey's six airbags, 4-wheel disc brakes, and ABS, brake
augmentation, traction and stability containment.
2009 Dodge Journey has succeeded in making a bold, muscular statement that
captures the potency of the SUV concept. Its versatile seating and cargo options
are sure to please the hard core SUV aficionado. |
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