2025 Dodge Durango

The V8-powered Dodge muscle cars are gone, but not if you count the one that’s actually an SUV. The Dodge Durango has long served as a muscular option in a sea of congenial 3-row midsize SUVs. The Durango offers a range of powerful engines that includes two V8s, yet it doesn’t sacrifice the comfort and practicality of an SUV. Many rivals in this class have better fuel economy, more modern styling, and newer technology, but only the Durango has that muscle car charm.

We’ve spent hundreds of hours driving and evaluating this generation of midsize SUVs, including the 2025 Dodge Durango.

The 2025 model year brings two new Last Call editions to the Dodge Durango lineup. The R/T 20th Anniversary edition celebrates 20 years of the Hemi-powered Durango with a black hood graphic, “345” badging on the front fenders, and Brass Monkey wheels. It’s available with the R/T Plus and R/T Premium packages.

The other Last Call edition is the SRT Hellcat Silver Bullet. It has “Triple Nickel” paint with a satin black hood, 20-inch gunmetal gray wheels, Ebony Red Nappa leather seats, sepia interior stitching, and a suede headliner and steering wheel. The SRT Performance Package is included.

The 6.4-liter V8 previously available in the SRT 392 models is gone, and all-wheel drive now comes standard on all R/T models. Rear-wheel drive (RWD) is still standard with the V6. The trim lineup has been simplified to GT (V6), R/T (V8), and SRT Hellcat (supercharged V8). They all have option packages available, but the SXT, Citadel, and SRT 392 models have all been dropped, making the Durango model range less convoluted.

If we take Dodge at its word with its “Last Call” editions, we could infer that 2025 is the final model year for the Durango in its current form. However, Dodge has surprised us before with how long it can continue producing old models, so there may be more life left in the Durango.

The 2025 Dodge Durango starts at $43,590. That’s for the base GT model. All-wheel drive (AWD) is a $2,000 option for the GT trim and is standard on every other Durango. The V8-powered R/T model starts at $56,090, and the mighty supercharged SRT Hellcat begins at $99,020.

Mostly, these prices are about average for a 3-row SUV in this segment. However, there’s nothing average about the Hellcat, so nothing in this class is priced like it.

These are the manufacturer’s suggested retail prices (MSRP), including the $1,595 factory-to-dealer delivery fee (destination charge).

Before buying a Durango, check the Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price to know what you should really pay. Dodge Durango resale value is good for the segment.

In standard form, the 2025 Dodge Durango is powered by a 293-horsepower V6 engine matched with an 8-speed automatic transmission and rear- or all-wheel drive. The performance of the standard V6 is about average for this class. Our testing found acceleration to be more than adequate, even with a full complement of passengers. It’s the engine that makes the most sense for most drivers.

However, maybe you aren’t most drivers. What makes the Dodge Durango unique in its class of family haulers is the availability of multiple V8 engines. Perhaps it’s cliché, but it’s accurate to say that a V8 under the hood gives the Durango the performance of a muscle car with the practicality of a 3-row SUV.

A 360-hp 5.7-liter V8 powers Durango models with R/T in the name. In addition to stronger acceleration and a more satisfying exhaust note, this V8 unlocks the Durango’s maximum towing potential of up to 8,700 pounds when properly equipped. Also, all-wheel drive, a sport suspension system, and performance steering come standard with every R/T model, enhancing this SUV’s performance.

The Dodge Durango’s SRT Hellcat version is the most powerful production SUV that’s not an electric vehicle (EV). Power comes from a stunning 710-hp supercharged 6.2-liter V8, which gives this 3-row family SUV a zero-to-60 mph time of less than four seconds. It delivers tire-roasting insanity when you floor the accelerator, but the power is easier to manage than you might expect in daily driving duties.

Fuel Economy

The Dodge Durango is not known for being a fuel-sipper. As you might expect, the Durango’s fuel-economy leader is the V6, which delivers 21 mpg in mixed city/highway driving with either rear- or all-wheel drive. Some turbocharged rivals can return better fuel economy while providing similar or better performance.

As for the V8 options, the R/T models get 17 combined mpg, and the SRT Hellcat gets a mere 13 mpg. While the V6 runs fine with regular gas, mid-grade is recommended for the R/T, and premium is recommended for the Hellcat, further boosting fuel costs.

The 2025 Dodge Durango has a spacious and practical 3-row interior. We found the third row suitable for kids. With 33.5 inches of legroom, passenger space in the way back is average for this class. The cargo volume of 17.2 cubic feet behind the third row is a little tight, but we found much more room for groceries and strollers when we folded down the third row, yielding 43.3 cubic feet of room.

Available second-row captain’s chairs make the second row more comfortable and the third row easier to access. The captain’s chairs are standard in the SRT Hellcat model and optional in the lower trims.

In 2025, the Durango’s interior is starting to feel a bit dated compared to more modern rivals, like the Chevrolet Traverse and Honda Pilot. However, you can make it feel more refined with options like Nappa leather seating and a Harman Kardon 19-speaker audio system.

The Dodge Durango has a muscular appearance that matches its performance. It has a decidedly more aggressive look than the other minivan alternatives in its class. We kind of appreciate that it’s not following the off-road trend; it’s an SUV tuned for street performance, and it looks like one.

Powerful engines
The Dodge Durango has a range of powerful engines similar to the ones formerly available in the Dodge Charger and Challenger. These powerplants give the Durango thrilling performance, especially for a 3-row family SUV.

Muscular styling
The Dodge Durango is no sleeper, with macho styling to match its performance. It gets a meaner look as you upgrade to the more powerful V8 engines and has exterior styling options like over-the-top stripes and head-turning paint options.

Uconnect
The Dodge Durango’s Uconnect infotainment system is feature-rich and user-friendly. The standard system comes with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Furthermore, you can upgrade it with navigation, Amazon Alexa, wireless smartphone connectivity, and multiple options for premium audio systems.

Tow up to 8,700 pounds
When properly equipped, the Dodge Durango boasts an impressive towing capacity of up to 8,700 pounds. That’s towing muscle comparable to more expensive full-size SUVs.

Seating for seven
You wouldn’t be far off if you call the Dodge Durango a 7-seat muscle car. Three-row seating comes standard. Captain’s chairs are standard in the SRT Hellcat and optional in lower trims.

Last Call editions
The R/T 20th Anniversary and SRT Hellcat Silver Bullet editions bring unique aesthetics to the final V8-powered Durango models in a proper send-off for the 3-row SUV that looks, sounds, and drives like an American muscle car.

Depending on your wallet, you can pick from three engines: a V6 and two V8s. All are mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. The Durango shines in two areas: towing and acceleration. You can tow up to 6,200 pounds with the V6 and up to 8,700 pounds with either V8. The former tow rating is above-average, and the latter is class-leading.

According to Dodge, the SRT Hellcat, with its supercharged V8, can reach 60 mph from a standstill in 3.5 seconds. We don’t need to check direct competitors’ stats to argue; none can beat that time. Get it while you can.

3-Year/36,000-Mile Warranty

Dodge covers the Durango with a bumper-to-bumper limited warranty for three years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is typical coverage for mainstream car brands, as is Durango’s powertrain coverage for five years or 60,000 miles.

Safety Ratings

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) gave the Dodge Durango an overall score of 4 Stars out of its best score of 5 Stars. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) hasn’t reported full test results for the Durango. Still, it awarded this Dodge its highest score of “Good” in the “Side” and “Moderate overlap front” criteria.

The standard safety technologies in every Durango include blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert and rear parking sensors, but not much else. Other tech can be found in some option packages. Nearly every rival provides more advanced safety technology as standard.