DecodedCars2024 Dodge Durango
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2024 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV AWD V6, 4dr SUV AWD V8
- Engines
- 3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 6.4L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl
- Horsepower
- 295–710 hp
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline, Midgrade Gasoline, Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 21 combined · 19 city / 26 hwy
- Length
- 200 in
- Curb weight
- 4,987–5,331 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Strong performanceUp to 710 hp, versus about 291 hp for similar 2024 models.
- AWD / 4WD available
- Few owner complaints14 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 130 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Higher rollover riskNHTSA estimates a 21.2% chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash.
- Emergency braking not standardAutomatic emergency braking is optional or limited to some trims.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 18 similar 2024 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2024 Dodge Durango is a standard SUV offered with 4 engines (3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 6.4L 8-cyl and 6.2L 8-cyl) and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 200 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 120-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,987 lb (4dr SUV AWD V6).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 21 MPG combined (19 city / 26 highway), 0% better than the 2024 standard SUV average of 21 MPG, for an estimated $3,200 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned a 4-star overall rating.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2024
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2023 Durango — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2023; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2023 Durango →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Detroit, Michigan
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2024 Durango configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV AWD V6 | 200 in | 76 in | 70.9 in | 119.7 in | 63.8 / 64.2 in | 4,987 lb | 56/44 |
| 4dr SUV AWD V8 | 200 in | 76 in | 70.9 in | 119.7 in | 63.8 / 64.2 in | 5,331 lb | 56/44 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durango RWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 21 | 0% | $3,200 | 416 |
| Durango AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 21 | +9% | $3,200 | 430 |
| Durango RWD | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 22 / 17 | -19% | $4,450 | 525 |
| Durango AWD | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 22 / 17 | -11% | $4,450 | 533 |
| Durango SRT AWD | 6.4L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 19 / 15 | -22% | $5,500 | 584 |
| Durango SRT AWD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 17 / 13 | -32% | $6,300 | 659 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2024 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Dodge Durango SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 21.2% |
| 2024 Dodge Durango SUV RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 19.8% |
Similar 2024 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Dodge Durango (this car) | 21 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2024 Ford Explorer | 24 MPG | ★★★★★ | 10 |
| 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 18 |
| 2024 Kia Telluride | 22 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2024 GMC Yukon | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2024 Ford Expedition | 19 MPG | ★★★★★ | 7 |
| 2024 Nissan Pathfinder | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2024 Dodge Durango.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2024 Dodge Durango is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2024 Dodge Durango buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Electrical System — 5 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Power Train — 5 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Engine — 3 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 27,500 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2024 Dodge Durango. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Durango years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Durango | 20 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 Durango | 20 | 200 in | Not rated | 1 | 15 |
| 2025 Durango | 20 | 200 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 8 |
| 2023 Durango | 21 | 200 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 38 |
| 2022 Durango | 21 | 200 in | ★★★★★ | 7 | 60 |
| 2021 Durango | 21 | 200 in | ★★★★★ | 8 | 205 |
| 2020 Durango | 21 | 200 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 56 |
| 2019 Durango | 21 | 200 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 145 |
| 2018 Durango | 21 | 200 in | ★★★★★ | 5 | 233 |
| 2017 Durango | 21 | 200 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 215 |
| 2016 Durango | 21 | 200 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 161 |
| 2015 Durango | 20 | 200 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 504 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Dodge. How we calculate this →