1999 Dodge Durango SLT+ review from North America
"Great - wish we had bought one sooner"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Checking the steering alignment showed up what appeared to be worn track rod ends.
Dealer investigation (under warranty) ended up replacing entire Power Steering Rack, plus the offside upper suspension arm. Good job we had warranty!! $1700 worth of work we did not pay for.
General comments?
As a British family living in Texas we viewed SUVs somewhat cynically, especially as the "best" we have got out of the Dodge is 16mpg, however, driving the car is a blast!
I have been off-road over some seriously poor ground and although it isn't 4x4 it has proved unstoppable.
On the freeway the drive is quiet and effortless with the cruise control engaged.
Having read some comments on reliability, absolutely nothing has gone wrong with the car since the dealer visit to sort out the steering.
Roomy and bright, 'big D' has been great fun to tour with, with plenty of room to fit us (3) plus family from UK we have entertained. Long distances are effortless and the car has never lacked the power to tour - 5000 miles with 6 people + top box + back full of junk no problem. OK, 16 mpg does mean keeping an eye on the gauge, but what do expect for something this size and engine capacity?
The local dealer is exceptionally helpful and always willing to answer questions - unlike the experiences others seem to report.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 1999 |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.7 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 42000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 60000 miles |
| Previous car | Oldsmobile Alero |
| Date of Entry | 23rd September, 2004 |