1999 Dodge Durango SLT review from North America
"A boss of a truck until something breaks and it will cost you big time"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Transmission had to be rebuilt right after the warranty had expired. $4000.
Transfer case FELL OUT of the car. The mechanic that fixed it said he had never seen anything like this happen in the 20 years he has been a mechanic. $2500.
General comments?
It's a mean looking truck that has power under the hood, however, because it weighs as much as a tank, it takes a while to get going. Plenty of storage, but when the 3rd row seats are up, there is not much "trunk" space. Interior paneling is cheap and is prone to cracking. Everything is made of a cheap plastic that just breaks when you take off panels.
Like all Chrysler cars... the drivetrain sucks. I have had the transmission rebuilt because it wouldn't shift out of second gear. I was on my way home from work, red lining at 45 mph on the interstate during rush hour. Talk about scared for my life.
This car has great potential. Put an exhaust on it and you will be able to hear all eight cylinders pumping it out.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1999 |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.9L V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 4 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 3 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 133000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 23rd May, 2009 |