Dodge Durango SRT 2 Year Update | Still Fun, Still Thirsty

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  • @benniewalker312
    @benniewalker312 Рік тому +74

    I always imagined Alex with a base or slightly above base model Durango. I had no idea Alex was rolling a SRT. My man.

    • @peterpanimg
      @peterpanimg Рік тому +5

      I believe his 2nd Durango, he had a maroon one as well.

    • @sundaydickson
      @sundaydickson Рік тому +2

      I think the RT Plus would've done the same job, that's the one I was aiming for until I test-drove a truck, and that put an end to my search even though the Durango was cheaper. The RT Plus would've met his need any day anytime I think 🤔

    • @0HOON0
      @0HOON0 Рік тому +4

      No half measures Alex. Step up to the Hellcat next time! 😂

    • @ccolivardia
      @ccolivardia Рік тому +7

      He had one before, I believe it was a citadel? I think he got this because it tows the most out of the line up.

    • @ScottHartge-el4pp
      @ScottHartge-el4pp Рік тому

      He better HURRY if he wants a hellcat! But, I KNOW why he loves the SRT, since I also have one. Kinda cool to know I drive what Alex drives!! 😊

  • @rocket9152
    @rocket9152 Рік тому +29

    I have a 2022 Durango R/T Tow ‘N Go. While I purchased it specifically for its towing capabilities, I can’t recall having so much fun driving a vehicle. It handles great and sounds fantastic. Not too many vehicles can put a smile on your face like the Durango R/T TNG or SRT. This was a totally honest and very accurate review by Alex. Good job!

    • @torocars9227
      @torocars9227 Рік тому

      I turned alot of those smiles to frowns when V8 trys to flex 💪 against my Teslas.

    • @rocket9152
      @rocket9152 Рік тому

      Teslas certainly are great performance car minus the exhilarating sound of the V8s. However, I will only consider buying one once their towing autonomy increases drastically.

    • @torocars9227
      @torocars9227 Рік тому

      @@rocket9152 you’re saying I don’t tow? How often do you tow ? Or better question, tow miles in % are driven in relation to total miles driven annually?

    • @KeenEye
      @KeenEye Рік тому +2

      @@torocars9227 i tow with my model y, its total shit. considering swapping to a durango. what good is being super fast if i can only tow for 125km. lol. trash.

  • @sundaydickson
    @sundaydickson Рік тому +15

    Alex, you're one of the very few objective reviewers in this business. True, there's no 'best' anything, it's all subjective, depending on the individual need and taste for those who know what they want, for those who don't know, then it's easy to get them confused. Your take on the Durango is 💯% true👍🏽 and I can't thank you for your truthfulness 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Keep up the good work 👍🏽

    • @rightlanehog3151
      @rightlanehog3151 Рік тому

      Agreed, Alex is the best reviewer and the hardest working man in show business.

  • @rightlanehog3151
    @rightlanehog3151 Рік тому +57

    Alex, In a world filled with so much uncertainty, we can all take comfort knowing you will always have a Dodge Durango. 😉🤣😂😉. Have you ever contacted Stellantis to negotiate a special 'group rate' on Durangos for your channel's loyal subscribers?🤔 Dodge could build a limited production 'Alex On Autos Edition' with a sequential number placard and certificate of authenticity. 😉

    • @justabrokeredneck
      @justabrokeredneck 6 місяців тому

      that would never happen. that’s way too expensive to do. alex would have to dump lots of money

  • @dtay8913
    @dtay8913 Рік тому +15

    So glad you made this video. As someone who owns a 2015 grand Cherokee and 05 dodge Magnum people who have never owned a Chrysler product are the first ones to comment on "reliability". Haven't had any issues out of either of those vehicles, the latter of which is almost 2 decades old. Mad respect that you are honest and transparent on your ownership experience.

    • @naveenthemachine
      @naveenthemachine Рік тому +1

      So fca products ARE reliable

    • @dtay8913
      @dtay8913 Рік тому +2

      ​@@naveenthemachine From my experience they have at least average reliability. They're a far cry from the "as soon as you drive off the lot it'll break down" and "wait until the warranty expires" tropes people tend to state.

    • @jackstein5486
      @jackstein5486 Рік тому

      Very interesting that you prefer that vehicle. It sure would be lots of fun if you could afford the fuel cost. Glad you are enjoying it!😃

    • @naveenthemachine
      @naveenthemachine Рік тому +4

      @@jackstein5486 well if you want this kind of car you shouldn’t be worrying about fuel economy

    • @jackstein5486
      @jackstein5486 Рік тому +1

      @@naveenthemachine That is true!

  • @davidc8735
    @davidc8735 Рік тому +3

    Yes time flies, I was here for all the videos leading up to the Durango purchase and glad to hear it lived up to expectations! Also about two years ago, was your great minivan bake-off extended series and my Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid also has been flawless in the interim and met all expectations. It exceeded expectations with the PHEV and that 90% of my overall miles have been EV, the other 10% are long distance road trips to the middle of Pennsylvania which is still very lacking in charging infrastructure!

  • @scottandrews4822
    @scottandrews4822 4 місяці тому +1

    I have a 2024 DURANGO SRT 392 - love IT, BTW, and it does have a cover over the hitch area. Could this be a production change that Dodge made? It also has the hatch button inside like yours AND on the bottom of the hatch.

  • @RedC63AMG
    @RedC63AMG Рік тому +1

    My 22 SRT is the third hemi powered vehicle I’ve owned
    2012 RT 135,000 miles
    2017 Ram 125,000 miles
    2022 SRT 22,000 miles
    Both of the 5.7’s needed new water pumps but that’s it for repairs
    The SRT is a great all round option. It’s fun when you want it to be but you can easily make 17 mpg mixed driving. It is a far better long distance hauler than my Ram ever was. We make an annual trip from Florida to NC with 4 adults, luggage and a 1600 pound trailer loaded with 2 Harleys averaging 13 mpg loaded. That’s 2 full mpg better than the 5.7 Ram with the 3.92 rear end and much less drama as we begin the climbing portion.

  • @FRL2000
    @FRL2000 11 місяців тому +2

    No complaints from my kids in my srt with 3 car seats used daily. Black cloth is also fine if you don't want red leather.

  • @johnbrandon4713
    @johnbrandon4713 Рік тому +1

    I miss my 08 Sport Trac 4x4 V8 - the fuel economy wasn't bad for a vehicle of its size especially given I drove back uphill to my place after work. Worst I saw was 15mpg being stuck in traffic, but usually closer to 20mpg though cruising at 65mph on the highway it could get to 26-30mpg depending on the terrain. But so much fun offroad. I had a Caliber SRT4 but I traded it in when I found out that there was no extended powertrain warranty on SRT models at the time.

  • @omnimoeish
    @omnimoeish Рік тому +3

    Getting high teens for gas mileage shouldn't get an F. That seems like a solid C. I know the Lexus GXs get worse than that. My 2 row Jeep Grand Cherokee with the 3.6L V6 only gets slightly above that and has like half the horsepower.

  • @tjs114
    @tjs114 Рік тому +3

    The rear hatch button in the compartment instead of on the the hatch is probably because the power hatch is essentially a retrofit just like in our 2013 Ford Edge. They are both vehicles that existed before power rear hatches were 'a thing' so the manufacturers had to add it. My guess is that the button is physically on the actual hatch motor like on the Edge. If they ever get around to building a new Durango, the power hatch control will likely move to the hatch like everyone else.

    • @springertube
      @springertube Рік тому

      You're probably right, but it is still amazing they let it go this long. I imagine the child aspect that has been mentioned is a non-factor and just an excuse somebody has come up with, it isn't a (significant) issue with any others...And the low hatch opening height an odd miss. As a six-footer like Alex, kind of mars a near-perfect package otherwise.

    • @thomashendrickson534
      @thomashendrickson534 Рік тому

      You have the hatch button on the overhead console as well as the fob

  • @igorgetsin3646
    @igorgetsin3646 Рік тому +3

    Those seats were initially a turn off as I prefer sport bucket types. But a good 200-300 mile road trip is all you need to truly appreciate it.
    After 130,000 miles, my R/T is the only vehicle I don't itch to replace. And according to my dealer it's still worth $19k.....😊

    • @jml9550
      @jml9550 Рік тому

      You can’t tell me the GLS 63 AMG is not enticing 😊

  • @RemigioCarabioVillanueva
    @RemigioCarabioVillanueva 6 місяців тому +1

    If I prefer the "ZF" Transmission what year model of the Durango should I look for?

  • @MikeMonnerie
    @MikeMonnerie Рік тому +4

    Thx for your insight. I owe the Hellcat version here in Europe, and it’s just perfect. Yes it drinks a lot of fuel, but it’s soooo nice ❤😂
    So far I have 30.000km (18,640mi) in the last year, and I enjoyed it a lot. Especially on German Autobahn, where there’s no speed limit 😊

    • @scottandrews4822
      @scottandrews4822 4 місяці тому +1

      Awesome! I have a 2024 Durango SRT 392 and would love to run it on the Autobahn. A Hellcat version must be even more awesome. Have you hit its 180 MPH top speed yet?

    • @MikeMonnerie
      @MikeMonnerie 4 місяці тому

      @@scottandrews4822 My current highest is 274km/h, which is 170mph. I just topped my previous 273kmh by 1, to leave space for the next time. At that speed it doesnt make too much difference anymore. I found that 250kmh is a good travel speed if you want to be fast, above it it takes way longer to accelerate even more, but 250 is reached fast.

    • @scottandrews4822
      @scottandrews4822 4 місяці тому

      ​@@MikeMonnerie Wow-amazing. Be careful 😮

  • @donkeller6399
    @donkeller6399 Рік тому +1

    @AAutoBuyersGuide
    Hi Alex, I recall in your prior SRT Durango review when you first purchased, you stated that the final drive ratio of the 5.7L w/ Tow 'n Go and SRT are identical (IIRC, 3.70)

  • @keytothegate68
    @keytothegate68 Рік тому +2

    I drove the Durango a few years ago and also noticed that feeling that you are seating on the seat rather than in the seat-as Alex said. I did not notice this in the Jeep or the Grand Caravan .

    • @haloppll
      @haloppll Місяць тому

      Good thing or bad?

    • @keytothegate68
      @keytothegate68 Місяць тому

      @@haloppll As I recall not so good. You want to be "in" the seat

  • @briank1665
    @briank1665 5 місяців тому

    Incredibly thorough and useful review.

  • @La-yt1wr
    @La-yt1wr Рік тому +4

    I’ve had my 2019 Durango GT Plus since new and I love it. I currently have a 23 Durango R/T Plus, and man I love the updates to the dash inside and it’s my first time driving a Mopar with the 5.7 Hemi.
    As much as I like the Hemi it definitely drinks a lot of gas. I’ve been averaging 8.7 MPG in city and 22.3 MPG on the Highway which is less that what I get in the V6.
    I still love the V8 sounds and the farting when shifting with the paddle shifters. I can’t even image what the 392 and Hellcat are like to drive.

    • @danli8669
      @danli8669 Рік тому +2

      8.7mpg? sounds too low

    • @Blace5
      @Blace5 Рік тому +1

      @@danli8669 agreed... im getting almost double that in my HEMI Durango

    • @scottandrews4822
      @scottandrews4822 4 місяці тому

      You may want to have your R/T checked out, as the gas mileage is worse than what I'm getting in my SRT 392 Durango! Check the air filter first and change it to K&N. Makes a big difference in the sound and (lesser) the power. But, it my improve your gas mileage. The factory filter - even on the SRT models, which have a different filter - is very thick.

  • @scottandrews4822
    @scottandrews4822 4 місяці тому

    The hatch height is adjustable, although it looks like you have it fully up.

  • @ND-tu7ww
    @ND-tu7ww Рік тому +7

    Well done review, and I respect what appears to be honest opinions. Subscribed to his channel!

  • @jasonpetsul2523
    @jasonpetsul2523 25 днів тому

    Think it has pretty good fuel economy for the engine. People that ride it in it don't like the exhaust then they can find another way. The exhaust sound is cool and how it should sound or better! My problem is with winter tires as Pirelli Scorpion winters are not good in slush or worse! Has to be another option with better safer winter options

  • @MA9494AM
    @MA9494AM Рік тому +1

    The current Durango went on sale in 2010. Is there a replacement comming? Will it live for ever? Is it to be killed off?

  • @Qugie
    @Qugie Рік тому +2

    I have over 85k miles and no problems at all.

  • @Mlowery85
    @Mlowery85 Рік тому +2

    Alex - those turn signal and brake lights are LED they’re just one tiny segment.

    • @scf685
      @scf685 Рік тому +1

      Glad someone else caught that too. It has full LED lighting in the rear.

  • @Superfastjellyfish669
    @Superfastjellyfish669 Рік тому +2

    I agree with you it does seem like it was just yesterday

  • @samsahimi
    @samsahimi 4 місяці тому

    Thx for the video. I'm really sensitive to rattles and squeeking noises. Would you say afer 2 years, the car is rattle and squeeke free?

  • @peterandrewj
    @peterandrewj Рік тому +2

    6,500 miles in two years is still like new; makes sense you feel you got your money's worth. The Durango is no 4Runner in spite of superior tech and power. Nevertheless, I appreciate the feedback. 😀

    • @0HOON0
      @0HOON0 Рік тому +2

      Surprisingly the 4Runner gets about the same fuel economy as this rowdy V8.

  • @kyungduk
    @kyungduk Рік тому

    How has the infotainment system been for you? I've heard, and had, bad experience with the UCONNECT 5 ('21 pacifica rental). The UCONNECT kept freezing whenever I plugged in my iPhone for Apple carplay, 80% of the time. The only way to fix it was to reboot the system. I wonder if the '22 got it ironed out. I loved UCONNECT 4.

    • @AStanton1966
      @AStanton1966 Рік тому

      We just bought a new 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Limited with the NAV5. Comparing the NAV5 to NAV4 in my Charger Scat: NAV5 sucks! Why do people always feel compelled to reinvent the wheel? I would advise everyone to avoid any MOPAR with a NAV5!

  • @batgele2796
    @batgele2796 Рік тому

    combined leg room number for pilot was wrong. it’s 114.3 which moves it up a few spots

  • @swishpronoob
    @swishpronoob Рік тому +1

    Has Alex been working out?

  • @franzvanjulio5523
    @franzvanjulio5523 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for your great work, Alex.

  • @ericchase6416
    @ericchase6416 Рік тому +2

    Respect the hell out of the detail in this review

  • @jsfbay1
    @jsfbay1 Рік тому +1

    Alex, I don't need the towing but I *DO* want the performance (0-60 in 5.0 sec's would be serviceable). I'd like the cargo space to be somewhere around the '23 Pilot, or even the new Grand Highlander, but that's somewhat negotiable. Another hard requirement from my wife is a 2nd-row bench seat so we can seat a family of five in the first two rows, allowing the 3rd row to remain folded down most of the time, giving us a generous amount of total cargo space. What say you?

    • @jml9550
      @jml9550 Рік тому

      Mercedes Gls63 AMG

    • @thomashendrickson534
      @thomashendrickson534 Рік тому +1

      Our 22 SRT has 2nd row bench🤠

    • @jsfbay1
      @jsfbay1 Рік тому

      @@thomashendrickson534 Interesting! Thanks :-)

  • @KrystylSummers
    @KrystylSummers Рік тому

    Yup he stepped on that box

  • @naveenthemachine
    @naveenthemachine Рік тому +3

    Good to hear it’s running
    My Toyota battery died and left me stranded only two months after I purchased it brand new. Jumped it and it happened again a few days later. Had it towed to a dealer and they replaced the battery. I later found out that this was a common issue on a lot of 2020 models like the rav4.
    This is the kind of reliability you’d expect from a fiat or Alfa or Land Rover. Not a Toyota or Hyundai or Kia

    • @arhamkhakwani5851
      @arhamkhakwani5851 Рік тому +3

      It’s likely due to the supplier of the battery.

    • @naveenthemachine
      @naveenthemachine Рік тому

      @@arhamkhakwani5851 this happened well before Covid was even a thing

    • @arhamkhakwani5851
      @arhamkhakwani5851 Рік тому +3

      @@naveenthemachine probably, but if there is one to blame, it’s the supplier. Having a 2020 myself I haven’t experienced such an issue yet.

    • @ALMX5DP
      @ALMX5DP Рік тому +2

      @@arhamkhakwani5851 agreed, Toyota’s supplier for the battery, whoever it was, is to blame for that. Nothing to do with the vehicle at large.

    • @naveenthemachine
      @naveenthemachine Рік тому

      @@ALMX5DP but there’s no excuse for this. If Toyota is not choosing quality suppliers that means their reliability and quality are going down sharp

  • @Rasputinovich
    @Rasputinovich Рік тому

    I don’t believe Alex mentioned the turning radius. This vehicle can almost turn around in its own length.

  • @spider392s
    @spider392s Рік тому

    I still love my too.

  • @cbrad1146
    @cbrad1146 Рік тому

    Carl burger dodge in San Diego is selling the 2023 durango srt for $86,485

  • @ramsongewargis8736
    @ramsongewargis8736 Рік тому +1

    Very detailed review! Awesome 392 Durango!

  • @ohioguy4326
    @ohioguy4326 Рік тому +1

    I’ve always liked the Durango. I’m 6’8” and it has the most leg room in the front of about everything I’ve tested. I wish my Ram 1500 had as much..

  • @joachimlotz5049
    @joachimlotz5049 Рік тому

    Not a bad Vehicle...is the Durango your daily Driver?

  • @willyz9053
    @willyz9053 Рік тому

    “Launch control, which is hilarious in a 3-row vehicle.” 😂

  • @Bulldog75stp
    @Bulldog75stp Рік тому

    Im gonna just put this out there...when you're ready to sell it, I got you.

  • @tinhinnh
    @tinhinnh Рік тому

    when are they going to give us a new one? and a rebadged alfa or jeep gc doesn’t count

  • @Officialaaravd
    @Officialaaravd Рік тому

    Still can’t believe it’s going away 😭

  • @anthonykiedis1765
    @anthonykiedis1765 Рік тому +1

    We have to watch more of his videos so he can increase his credit and not have to drive a Dodge anymore.

  • @Brian-hd6rw
    @Brian-hd6rw Рік тому

    Great review. But you mentioned the rear turn signal as an incandescent but it is an LED turn signal.

  • @chili_d
    @chili_d Рік тому +1

    Hey Alex -- love the content -- following forever. Let me know if you're ever open to giving up the 97XAERO plate. Would love to put that on my 97xAero up here in Pleasanton area :) -Chili D

  • @jimrusch22
    @jimrusch22 Рік тому

    I thought Alex sold the Durango to Carvana?

  • @sociopathmercenary
    @sociopathmercenary Рік тому +1

    I was in the Durango camp for the towing capability and the V8. However I could never sell my wife on the looks.
    We found a 2017 Kia Sorento with only 2000 miles. I'd love a deeper explanation on how somebody only puts that many miles on the car in 4 years but the price was right and the 5,000 lb towing capacity has mostly met our needs.

    • @0HOON0
      @0HOON0 Рік тому

      What's wrong with the looks?

  • @Luma_29
    @Luma_29 Рік тому +1

    I always forget Alex has one of these lmao

  • @johnserrao9322
    @johnserrao9322 Рік тому

    70K for that, what a world. I’d probably buy a PHEV CX-90, because I have loved my CX-5 and a 3 hatchback I had back in the day. I’d definitely give the grand Cherokee a look if I lived near some off road trails.

    • @jml9550
      @jml9550 Рік тому +1

      I take the Porsche Cayenne over this all day everyday

    • @donkeller6399
      @donkeller6399 Рік тому +1

      guys...you're missing Alex's point, and well stated, several times in the video. Otherwise, sure CX and Cayenne are nice vehicles.

  • @fayehall7483
    @fayehall7483 Рік тому

    If I cover....I will take an R/T 8 seater

  • @frankdeboer1347
    @frankdeboer1347 Рік тому

    Not many people would need the kind of towing performance this has or that you need. Nor do many people need the performance of this one. For most people one of the other choices would be better. But then there is the want factor; that's where the Durango hits the sweet spot.

  • @donna8243
    @donna8243 Рік тому

    This hemi gets better gas mileage then my GC 🤨 I only get 15.1. Smh

  • @theglowcloud2215
    @theglowcloud2215 Рік тому

    Stellantis/FCA/whatever always manages to ruin the Durango with a few really poor design choices. Decisions that seem to suggest cost-cutting measures are not attractive in a vehicle this expensive.

  • @AntLive29
    @AntLive29 Рік тому

    Nice vehicle. I bet you pull a lot of ladies with it. The ladies love American MUSCLE!

    • @jml9550
      @jml9550 Рік тому

      They like a Ferrari more.

  • @joshuazamora6307
    @joshuazamora6307 Рік тому

    Of course this SpongeBobs jeep is still going to work

  • @whiteandnerdytuba
    @whiteandnerdytuba Рік тому

    Super charge it already

  • @sodhisahib2708
    @sodhisahib2708 Рік тому

    7000 miles is nothing. In Alabama I would have been 30000 miles in 2 years

    • @mikebandw186
      @mikebandw186 Рік тому

      He drives other cars for a living. His own cars don’t get much attention.

  • @swiftadventurer
    @swiftadventurer Рік тому

    Why do so many ppl choose the ugliest color?

  • @Natethegreat200c
    @Natethegreat200c Рік тому +1

    “For some reason every time a video happens with a dodge those are the big questions “
    Also Alex: “the highlander will be more reliable”. You PANDER to the rumors when you say such false statements. RELIABLE means I can count on my car to get me there and home and you can count on a dodge as much as a Toyota to get you there and back. However , you MAY end up replacing more MAINTENANCE items such as Alternator, coolant hoses , etc which all have a year cap on them and fall under maintenance. However a Toyota is more expensive on the market than a dodge so the cost equals out at the end IF your buying under MSRP. even if not, it’s MAINTENANCE. The Toyota won’t be more RELIABLE than the dodge but you MAY have less Maintenance.

  • @torocars9227
    @torocars9227 Рік тому

    $ to energy for occasional small towing needs failed product.
    Real talk, Alex wants V8 suv that can make him smile bullying most cars in acceleration. By abundantly Tesla Model Y dual motors on the road, these V8 are being put in their places.

    • @AAutoBuyersGuide
      @AAutoBuyersGuide  Рік тому +1

      9,000 lbs is a small towing need? Try that in a Model Y 😂

    • @torocars9227
      @torocars9227 Рік тому

      ⁠​⁠@@AAutoBuyersGuide How often do you tow ? Or better question, tow miles in % are driven in relation to total miles driven annually? That Durangos rear doesn’t even look broken in yet.
      Calling out your bologna, you upgraded from citadel to srt to flex.

  • @RonSmith472
    @RonSmith472 Рік тому +2

    Stop being lazy Al and detail your truck man! 😂

    • @jml9550
      @jml9550 Рік тому

      Just pay someone to do it

  • @MartinStockel-k6f
    @MartinStockel-k6f Рік тому +2

    I think the word Durango means "gas hog" in Spanish. I would never buy this car!