2021 Dodge Durango R/T: Is This New R/T Better Than The Explorer ST???
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- Опубліковано 7 сер 2024
- Today I drive and review a 2021 Dodge Durango R/T!
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Trading my GT in for an RT in two weeks. The GT was a wonderful suv for the past two years. But I NEED that hemi.
lol i know that right
How do you like the RT?
@@lowKut Just had the two year anniversary of my black RT. Really, really glad I bought it. Even after two years, it still puts a smile on my face when I drive it. The only negative is the city mileage. The GT's pentastar v6 was extremely efficient. Got almost 26 mpg on road trips and 20mpg in city driving.
The RT gets a respectable 23.5mpg for road trips, but around 12mpg in city driving.
Thankfully I don't do much city driving :) But that's literally my only negative. Very glad I picked up the RT.
@@mrsasshole Glad to hear.
I traded in my 2020 GT for a 2023 Orange Package RT 3 weeks ago.
@@lowKut Wooooo! Congrats buddy!!!! How you liking her?
I love how they improved this vehicle and updated the interior, looks way better than a lot of its competition
Panoramic sunroof would make it perfect
I feel like you don't need one
I agree on panoramic
@@danielcarrillo1057 I have one on my car now and I never use it. I just use the basic sunroof part.
Dude! Definitely the best review done on a Durango RT on all of UA-cam. I’ve made up my mind on the Durango.
Always liked to look of these. Would like to get into one in a year or two. Hopefully production picks up. New models are sparse in Texas. AWD V8 SUV’s are a lot of fun.
At the 5:35 mark, notice the tire pressure of 44 PSI . The Jefferson North plant ships all Bridgestone Ecopia 265mm tires inflated to 44 PSI. Those are used on the Durango and Grand Cherokee trims with the 5.7 Hemi. But the dealerships are REQUIRED to set the tire pressure to 36 PSI as part of prep before the car can be driven in traffic. Otherwise, it's a liability issue because braking distance is compromised with the tires overinflated.
When’s the Hellcat caravan coming?
😂😂
I wish
It discontinued lol,
That would be fire🔥
God damn thats a speedy soccer mommA
Or a Pacifica Hellcat. 😂😂😂
I was looking at the RT and explorer ST for options for when we move to the snow, after hearing about tons of issues with the Ford I’m steering towards the Durango.
Trust me, you made a wise decision from an owner of a 2016 Model. Mines is 4wd as it has a true low range two speed transfer case unlike other so called awd crossovers. Better towing, better third row which you will appreciate if you ever need to move adults in a pinch.
This car amazing, I love the exterior, it looks super cool!!!!!!
What camera are you using to film your videos?
Really debating to trade in my challenger for this Durango 😍
Did you try sitting in 3rd row. There's enough room for a full size adult, compared to highlander ,cx9, explorer. Try it.
i was in the market for an electric SUV but after this review, i think that can wait another 3 years...any idea what the 2021 RT would lease for ? 3 years, 10-12k miles /yr, $3kdown or so. thanks,
Hey Ben, been going back and forth on dodge Durango rt and the explorer st what are the pros and cons of each vehicle and in your opinion is the better choice?
How are you guys liking the rt. I'm picking mine up tomorrow I traded in my 2018 jeep grand Cherokee and first dodge I will ever own
Can’t wait till I get my hands on this 2021 Durango
Why would u put ur hands on someone else’s car.?
@@advancedscarecrow your playing with me right ?
@@advancedscarecrow you’re so litteral lol unless I’m gullible 😂
Does the sunroof come standard with the RT AWD Tow and Go package or do you have to add that?
Man this thing is awesome,fca is awesome, what other auto manufacturers make muscle suvs
I'm 6'2" and leg room in the 3rd row is not an issue in the Durango. It has the best legroom amongst it's peers.
You arent 6’3 if you think the 3rd row has good legroom.
@@hds8182 no indeed, he is 6'2 not 6'3
Oh yes my hubby said he is getting me one. I love it. Can’t wait to test drive.
did you ever get it?
I think it will be more aggressive on a 2024 Dodge Durango probably a full redesign similar but more angular.
I just purchased this! Site unseen! I am so excited to learn more!
Hi..im disapointed about my 2021 rt theres no sunroof and the salesman didnt told me about the tow n go packages.and theres brembo break..i pay like 80k canadian dollar..i bought it brandnew last march 2022
Do.you think theres a way to return this and get the full packages?
The 88 MPH "highest speed" is the result of testing when the Durango rolled off the assembly line. The Durangos and Grand Cherokees are put through paces before being shipped. The instrument cluster is set to "dealer mode" at the Jefferson North plant. Just before delivery to the customer, the instrument cluster receives a reset, which erases all data gathered during "dealer mode". All the pre-delivery performance statistics... even all the "learned" throttle behaviors are "forgotten" (via the reset) just before delivery to the customer.
so is there any way to remove it?
Love the hood great video just subed
Hey Ben your videos are Great can you do a review of the Durango R/T with the Tow n Go Package because with the Tow n Go Package there is way more features and a upgraded exhaust
That would be great!!
I was going to buy a challenger but honestly I have 2 big Belgian shepherds that I want to take on adventures so I think I’m going to go with a Durango rt
this is the one im gonna go w after months of prep i have decide on the 21 Durango RT in destroyer grey
Hoping to get mine in a few days!!
It looks too tight in there. Can the seat slide back some? How tall are you?
Great detailed review!
What about the 520w amp w sibwoofer Alpine system? Speakers rattle and not really good sound?
Needs panoramic roof and ambient lighting. Does it have heated mirrors and steering wheel?
Yes and yes...
Does this car have that auto stop function if so can it be turned off
I don’t like the head lights but wonder if they fit my 2016🤔
I think that if you add the Tow-n-Go package, the RT is definitely a better buy than the Explorer ST, even though the ST is faster off the lot.
Explorer isn’t faster off the lot. You can watch drag after drag, and the Rango is the consistent winner. Just picked up this exact 2021 a few weeks ago, and I am very pleased!! Love it!
@@dianaprince2543 what? The Durango R/T is good for 6.2 seconds 0-60 according to C&D, while they got the Explorer ST to 60 in 5.2 seconds.
I'd love to see some of these videos of stock 2021 Durango RT beating a stock 2021 Explorer ST
www.caranddriver.com/dodge/durango
www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a28789910/2020-ford-explorer-st-by-the-numbers/
@@dianaprince2543 yes Explorer st is faster off the lot. 400hp/415tq for explorer to 360hp/390tq Durango. Plus Durango is 500 lbs heavier
I have 2 RT rangos and ill never own another suv. Cant wait for the new body style. Have you tested the RT in sport mode? Makes a big difference. I also installed the peddle commander and it's night and day.
Instablaster...
Hows the edal what brand ? That much faster? No check engine light?
The main thing that sold the rt over the st was that the explorer has so much plastic on the outside compared to the Durango
welcome back shorts!!
Is that the hellcat hood ???
I’m trading in my gt for a RT next October I hope the new body style is nice
I’ve been saving all year for this 2021 model. Next year. It’s on!!!
Hope u got a garage cuz they going be hot in the city
All about that down payment
@@MrFreshness420 fr fr
You deserve it bro good luck💪🏾
Good luck my guy
The Durango 3rd Gen has had the crown since it’s birth...
Get that tow n go package rt in here
Ben when is the redesign coming for the Durango?
I wonder what the ride quality is compared to the 2020 Ram.
This beauty i have and im loving it! for SUV with that HP is just ridiculous for the price. i got the black one and interior is damn gorgeous!
Best auto trans of ANY car/truck
Does It have wireless Apple car play
I mean it only really has more towing capacity 🤷♀️
Already watering down the Durango hellcat. Won’t be long before you see V6 trims with all the appearance packages of the SRT models.
the V8’s should all have available trims but not the V6🤢
Got a 2020. 2021 comes out with bad ass new dash layout unbeknownst to me.
Lol I almost bought a 2020 but went with the ram 1500 . I would of been so mad if I would have and this came out !
@@jakewilson7629 Yeap haha you would have. Still love my durango but it's like.... Really?. Why?. The new Rams are BA. Good buy.
Very good car if I would get a car when I am older I would get that but I am getting a truck.
What is the huge difference in the RT and the SRT?
The engine. RT is 5.7 L Hemi, SRT is 6.4
Ford and fca are killing it this year
Unlike lazy gm
Nice video RT looks clean you think you can do a night review?
Trying to figure out how to make it work with my camera
@@BenHardyCars is there ambient lighting?
That's the only thing missing is the ambient lighting
1:30 Cool SUV but those tires look very skinny, weird looking.
Looks remarkable like a grand cherokee 😆😆
Best SUV ever!
is the acceleration on the tow n go going to be quicker?
I’ll have to see
So is it better than the explorer st
MSRP?
I have a 2020 GT fully loaded it was 62k. I want to trade it so bad for a rt that I regret not buying. I think it would be stupid though because mine runs good has no issues and there’s a speed limit on every road. I’m worried I’ll get one with a bunch of tech issues or something stupid. If I get something new I’ll just add a challenger 392 or a shakedown if I can get my hands on one.
How is the ride quality ? Is it comfortable?
Best in the segment by far.
I just have a question is isn't cold for you bc it's about 25° for me
Anything below 35 feels cold for me
Everything between 32 and below is cold 🥶
So I've looked all over youtube for somebody to do a review of this SUV where they fold both seats down so I can see cargo space....guess I'll have to keep looking...
Or you could just go look at one in person and see for yourself 🤷♂️
really nice but price keeps climbing with suttle changes.althou Chrysler has rebates but even so you need 70k canadian to buy this
I should get both 🤔
Manifesting this car bro
Thank you, Ben
Why does it sound so wired when starting up????
Volvo has the headrest fold option.
They still didn't update the seats, they need more bolstering .....
No the ST is better but the R/T (if you don't look at the ST radio!), however ST also 7k more than the R/T so if you really want better than ST just spend 10k more and get the Durango SRT.
The ST is a POS. Couldn’t wait to get out of that thing.
@@jeffreydepaolis5109 what's wrong with it
that new screen is fire
Facts I wish my Chargers screen looked like that one
@@RobertSmith-vz9et ah well, at least you got a charger lmao, props
6:30 headrest fold, just in case u got to knock out ur passenger in the back
Still no power folding side mirrors??!!
Its not that wide so no need
@@volkodavwolfcrusherlv7133 lol
I don’t know what car I like 😭🥲 I need help choosing, Durango or Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Trailhawk, Jeep Srt 😣🥲 it’s so hard
My wife like it except for the look of the rear end
Yesss I’ve went and test drove the Durango a million times and everytime I go to sign the paper work I stop because I hate the back end
can you get a bench seat & no third row that's useless for me thxs ben
Jeep Grand Cherokee
@@BenHardyCars I was just about to say that!
Yes you can delete 3rd row. They call it lightweight package
@@lallmann1847 thxs for the info and merry Christmas
🔥🔥🔥
My mom is getting this car this week
Still no panoramic roof yet 😕 😒 😐
Just bought a 2020 Durango RT Blacktop with Demonic Red Leather. Love the interior refresh for 2021 but similarly trimmed 2021 was going to be easily $15k more.
I was shopping the Explorer ST too but there are just way too many horror stories on quality control. Random electrical issues preventing starting up, transmission bugs, interior rattles, etc etc. Not to mention ~$10k more. FCA doesn't have the best rep for reliability but the Durango RT "common" issues are relatively quick fixes under warranty.
My $.02: MOST people think they'll care about the extra HP and fancy interior but IMO, most places you drive won't let you use the extra HP, and the sound of that Hemi + badass exterior styling will outlive "bigger touch screen" and "modern air vents".
Where’s the explorer comparison?
this is a SERIOUSLY nice SUV...been trying to find a "cool" tow vehicle that's not a blue collar pick up truck POS on wheels..... I love how this thing is sleek but is also setup for proper towing...
Kind of deceiving to only say that this model the Black Top Package. The Durango in this video has all the options included. The price with all of that is probably around $60k which is SRT territory.
Srt are like 80k lol
It’s nice but it’s not a practical SUV unless your family wants to go for a drag race. 😂😂😂
Well the Durango RT hemi sounds better than the Explorer ST ecoboost engine so…..
@Ben Hardy, do you know if I can get a grand Cherokee 5.7 V8 without it being 4x4. Because I know that on the window stickers it says stuff can be replaced with original equipment. I was just wondering since off roading isn’t really my cup of tea but the grand Cherokee are beautiful IMO.
Hopefully they will update the interior of charger soon
Nice rental car
I could celebrate my grandchild 90th birthday from
When the he touched the screen till it actually changed
They must have too many of the old backup cameras in their inventory. They should’ve used the cameras that they’re using in the new Ram. This is scumbag shit. We need a new model and not this late cycle refresh.
Just picked up a 21 R/T with the Tow & Go package. I also test drove the Ford ST. Too much wind noise and I much prefer the Hemi.
Yes!
There’s nothing special about Ford slapping the “ST” badge on anything other than the focus and fiesta
Nice! I was waiting for his review. I got the 20 RT 3-yr lease and then I heard the 21’s were getting an exhaust 😭
Don’t mind me asking how much is your lease and what how much was your down payment
@@derrickrobinson7692 No worries, full transparency...I think total out the door money on down payment was $3,200 and we pay $525 a month
@@Plantation1984 what was the sticker? I’m going to look tomorrow, gonna toss down 5k on a 51k sticker price and payment should be around 500. Looking at the destroyer gray
@@brianh9960 I wanna say the sticker was 52.
Did you pay $50K for yours? I would trade my Charger for this if I could get it for around $45K
What is the fuel octane number on 5.7 hemi?
It will take and 87 unleaded no problem
This video is a bit frenetic. Could have slowed it down a bit. Remember, you can't just pause a video and checkout the screen like in the old days. The screen will either dim, dim and pop up a bunch of options or show an ad.
So the days of rushing thru thinking people can just pause it to examine something are over.
For instance, when rushing through the steering wheel features, he failed to note that it has a FLAT bottom wheel. This is not very standard. Some people will love it, some people will hate it, with those in between that just don't care.
An inaccuracy here also. He says that you get the Low Range 4WD button because it is an R/T. That is not correct.
This vehicle has the Low Range button because it has the TOW PACKAGE. That is not part of the R/T package, at least not in the specs.
Gina.. You are so Right....👍👍👍👍
The rear camera is really that bad...it’s not that you needed to clean it.
hate that it’s a 2 seater in the back 😪