2014 HEMI Dodge Durango R/T First Drive 0-60 MPH Review: Don't tell Dodge we posted this review
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- čas přidán 6. 09. 2024
- ( www.TFLcar.com ) The revised 2014 Dodge Durango is the bad boy of the seven passenger people mover segment. With an optional 5.7L HEMI that puts out 360 HP the new 2014 HEMI Dodge Durango R/T will get up and go. In another fun and informative TFLcar first drive 0-60 MPH review, Nathan and Roman test the newest Dodge on the streets of LA.
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I bought a limited durango after reviewing many SUV on the market. It is a really nice SUV and really is a step about others in its class.
I REALLY LOVE DODGE!! come on guys almost all the factories switched to turbocharged engines,no muscular looking. i gotta tell you dodge is my 2nd favorite brand if not 1st after BMW just imagine BMW handling + Dodge design= BADASS
Well I've been corrected twice since then, it does have VVT and AFM. However it's also about 900lbs heavier than I thought it was in this spec, I gotta wonder where that weight is coming from. Still considering what was happening at Chrysler during development of this vehicle, I think it came out very nice.
That engine is a true beauty, they did great on the Durango.
Completely agree. I love my 2012 Durango. 2 years now and not a glitch and drives like a dream.
Beautiful car. My dad owns the base 2012 model and loves it. Ive driven it myself and feels lovely, the V8 RT probably feels like a beast.
The Challenger does not have "racetrack LED option".
I take these motors regularly to a large used car dealer in N Atl. You might spend a lot of time in a rental if you buy one of these.
its actually the other around. The new m class is built on this platform. The grand cherokee debuted on this platform about 2 years before the m class moved to it.
The Durango and Grand Cherokee are both based on the Mercedes M class chassis. The GC is exactly the same while the Durango has been lengthened somewhat.
Agreed. This seems very low for such displacement. Many V6s are about 40hp shy of this V8. Hemis always seem to be a bit lower in peak HP when compared to GMs V8s liter per liter.
Only 360hp, and a ram with the same motor makes 395. That means there is some big power that should be easy to release in this thing. That's exciting.
That engine sounds fantastic. Wow.
As info, the 2011-2014 Durangos and Jeeps are based of the last generation Mercedes Benz M Class.
I was going to get a 2013 six months ago but I'm so glad I waited for the 2014 as many complained the 5/6 speed tranny was the weak point in terms of performance and hunting for a gear. Being a Ford guy I just couldn't do the Explorer as I can't get past the minivan/little CUV looks.
I think that it sounds better than the C7 Vette. also looks nice with the fresh update.
The Durango is certainly better looking than the Jeep. Looking forward to actual driving impressions, off road too please.
At 3 times the price. Durango has a 50/50 weight split and handles like a dream in spite of the iron block Hemi. The chassis is strait from Mercedes. The base bottom of the line Durango has a 300 hp six and gets almost 30 on the hwy. It can be had for just over 30k. Far less than the 210 hp Q5 or about the same price as a stripped 240 hp X1.
crazy how that durango gets such a nice sounding exhaust and the srt8 superbee is so quiet.
I agree, but It does have variable valve timing. It does weigh more than 4500 lbs. though. Actually about 5400.
Looks like the new 2014 Dodge Durango Hemi 5.7 will be looking at the tail lights on the "LITTLE 3.5 V6" Ford Explorer Sport!
Waiting for model with MT and Clutch pedal
when will you guys review the new dodge charger??? .... i think it is the most anticipated car in dodge line up
While the Explorer Sport does beat the Durango R/T i don't think its astomping type of win. 6.2 on the sport vs 6.6 onthe R/T according to Truck Trend. I looked at the sport and decidedto go with the Durango. Having owned two Explorers before, I thought the drive and interior of the Durango was better fit for me this time around.
so glad they showed this color.
Everyone csn tell how it drives a v8 hemi and it sounds that good, looks that good, and it can tow that much its amazing
They said in the video that they wanted all auto journalists to get a chance to test drive the vehicle before making their own impressions, hence the two-week long embargo.
Hope the fixed the TIPM issue on these new Durangos. Google it and you'll see what I mean on the 2011-2013 models.
Love the Mopars! But hate the wrap around tail light!
The middle seat in 2nd row is standard. the Captains chairs that make it a 6 person car is an option. I'll put up my 2014 R/T 5.7L V8 360HP Durango which truck trend did 0-60 in 6.6 seconds against your 2001 R/T 5.9L V8 245HP Durango which does 0-60 in 7.87 seconds. If you would like. We can do the run under the bridge you live under since you are a troll...
I'd get it in black with black rims tinted windows add a straight pipe cool air intake and a super charger. Keep this beast for 4 to 5 years!
GOD DAMN.......what a MONSTER!!!!!!! Durangos are what a real suv is.
Roman, Nathan, will you guys review the 2014 Toyota highlander??
Love the tail light
You guys have naturally aspirated 3.0 - 3.5 l engines, put into regular affordable cars that make 360 hp and 390lb torque ? Also can they tow 7,500 lbs without wearing out their components / overheating ?
such a sexy vehicle. i don't understand how this doesn't put the explorer to rest
Use player timer to get 0-60 they are not telling.
For $55,000 in a tiny A car. There is a N/A 470 hp Hemi or you could go with the 8000 hp 500 cid Hemi.
I must admit that I really like this car. I would buy this over its current competitors.
but murcs has a turbo and this doesn't and did you here the sound it makes it makes my challenger sounds bad
Can you guys please get to the flooded areas and test the jeep
Dodge, please do us all a favor and CHANGE THE ENGINE COVER on the 5.7l hemi? Its looks cheap and has since you first started offering that engine. I own an 09 Challenger and an '11 Durango and I'm a Mopar fan. That cover is Busch league on otherwise awesome cars.
Pull the engine cover off. You can get valve cover molds that look like the 392 molds for the 5.7.
actually the Hemis do have VVT, and all new hemi V8s have MDS
Love the new RT. for an SUV it's the best looking one on the road. Oh and the sound is just to kool
that is the exact same Hwy and City mpg, for the 2012-13 300 and charger SRT models. so if they put the 8 speed with the srt8 charger's and 300's for 2015, OMG, they will be the fastest and most fuel efficient american muscle car, chrysler has ever did. Saving up starting to day.
exhaust sounds better than my srt8 :/
muffler delete my friend ;)
the R/T Durango looks really bad ass
It does have VVT and MDS (cylinder shutoff)
Why were you guys embargoed from discussing driving impressions?
he said "sixty right there". But if the video seems to be in real time and I counted around 6 sec. They also seem to be impressed since last time the Durango clocked at over 8 secs.
Ill really love to see this truck
Power by viper enguine.they did it with a ram truck.
Why not this this one
Full review of the durango please !! Been waiting for weeks
what do you mean 23mpg yikes thats good mpg? my mazda 626 se v6 only gets 22miles per gallon! I would like to see a 6.1 or 6.4 LTR model 425hp to 475 hp sounds like fun !
Thats really good for a car of that size with a V8, incredibly good actually.
Someone told me yesterday it does have VVT, not even sure why I thought it didn't have it in retrospect. And yeah I just threw out 4500lbs because that was the curb weight I remember from the 1st generation, knew it put on some weight but I didn't know it was THAT much. Hell that's gotta be a good bit heavier than the 2nd gen isn't it...?
I think you guys shouldn't use the corvette launch clip in the beginning. It sounds like crap with that traction control limiting the throttle
If you want to go off road stick with the Jeep. The Durango is a joy to drive on the road. You will not believe how good it drives.
This is a nice update can't wait for the review...I wish they made a srt8 model though
I got to watch this being filmed! Good job gentlemen.
No this isn't on the challenger although I wish it was
Is Ralph Gilles gonna build a SRT Durango? I'm just saying...it's time
5.7L Hemi V8 with a BIG cross on the front grill. Hard rock rules! Wait; do people still listen to hard rock nowadays? It's been years since I last stepped in a church.
So are you ever going to do the full review or what? Why is this not happening? Hurry up guys!
This and the Explorer are my favorites in the segment, but the Explorer cannot make the V8 soundtrack
This SUV has the best aggressive front , Why Dodge did not put this front end to the charger, a hood with a ram scoop on it, It will look the meanest car on the road.
I stand corrected
dodge has some sick ass back lights, like the charger, they look fuckin boss @ night
Not bad with the 0-60 that is ? Then driving imprison
this thing has to weigh at least 4500lbs and it has 360hp from a V8 with no direct injection, varriable timing of any kind, and it might have cylinder deactivation I'm not sure. 23 mpg is pretty good considering what it is...
Why do all manufacturers assume that all SUV owners have a tribe of kids that requires 7 seats.
well im sure inquire in having more tan just kids in the vheicle; maybe their aunties, uncles sisters, brothers, frinds, etc.?
maybe that answers why more seats is a good idea =S
good point but to be honest I can't remember the last time I had more than 2 passengers. I would rather not pay for 2 seats and 2 seat belts if I don't need them, plus I would find the extra storage space much more useful.
Jackal's Outdoor Channel
durango is in the class as 7passenger suvs
if u dont need the 3rd row seating then go with a standard size suv like honda pilot, toyota rav4, bmw x-series
from where i live, i'm seeing waay more honda pilots on the roads everywhere lol
again good point. I like the Durango and it's size is apart of its attractiveness. Those others you suggest are too small. What I need is my wife to take less when we go away...
Jackal's Outdoor Channel or get a pickup truck, and add a bed cap
it's basically a full size truck with no 3rd row stuff at all lol
By far the best Durango ever!
Why do hemi is the 5.7L engine with a power of a German 3-3.5L? With that many litres bmw, mercedes, porsche or audi will make a space ship
not gonna lie this car sounds better than the srt8 charger I think it rivals the jaguar f type in sound
The dodge Dart also has those lights
COULD THINK ABOUT IT OR BUY IT, BUT IM CONVINCED MORE IN A JEEP CHEROKEE
Yea, but does it get 24mpg?
you're probably better off with a Jeep SRT.
0-60 measured time isn't a driving impression, aka, opinion. 0-60 measured time would be a fact based on an electronic device calculating the elapsed time..... therefor it should have been acceptable to relay such information as long as you don't say anything about what you "think".
And you can hear me running the jackhammer haha.
Fast lane tell me why this one have 360hp and a ram 390??
Love the exhaust note!
I would get one and put a whipple on it, Durango SRT8 has a nice ring to it :)
P.S. -- Roman & Nathan -- this seems to be press release season for auto makers.
Dave Dunn,
Only people who think Chrysler made cars are not reliable are those that don't own one.
Gm doesn't have 5.7's that is as fast. And about time Dodge puts some good sound behind that exhaust
Because US manufacturers like to give people more torq at low rpms, but less ps at high revs.
Very nice looking SUV. If I buy any SUV in future then I will buy this. I really love the look of this.
360 hp and 390 tqs is more than enough for a beast like this with 8 forward gears.
The fact the Chrysler missed putting all of that tech into the vehicle means to me that they seriously dropped the ball (fucked up). Now if only they'd put that 8-speed in the Charger. -_-
love your guys videos. The car looks nice
how r u guys holding up out in boulder?
That engine sounds like it eats kittens...sweet
I hope dodge will make a srt-8 durango
damn dodge stepped their game up
Actually the Durango is made using a modified W164 platform.
every time 0-60 test make sure no body except the driver in the car your heavy Roman lol
chrysler has some amazing interiors
23 mpg is awesome. It seats 6 and has 360 hp. My classic Cherokee cant bust 20 mpg.
Chrysler has a history of underrating engines. They were getting 375hp + out of 5.7 hemis rated at 345.
The race track tail lights