How To Save On The Mighty Dodge Durango
It's 2025, and the HEMI is again alive and well at Dodge, just narrowly averting death. With a recent host of model changes at Stellantis, the Durango remains a stylish and competitive large size SUV, with both six and eight cylinder options. Down to three new models, Dodge is in the midst of a transition, and Stellantis currently has some great offers on the Durango.
The third generation Durango actually dates back to 2011, making it one of the longest running models on the market, revealing some of the holes in product planning at Stellantis, reliant on just two Dodges (Durango, Hornet) and two Chryslers (Pacifica, 300). The 3rd-gen Durango has received multiple facelifts since its debut, its most recent in 2021, and looks up-to-date and modern next to its MOPAR brethren Grand Cherokee and its much newer Dodge brother, the Alfa Romeo-based Hornet. It also has modern infotainment and touch screen systems that are amongst industry best.
Despite the small number of model options from Dodge, there are ample number of trim options for the Durango, so buckle up. The Durango is available with four different engines, three of them Hemis. The standard motor is the 3.6L V6 Pentastar motor with an 8 speed automatic transmission. It has 295 horsepower and gets better gas mileage than the 5.7L 360 horsepower / 390 lb-ft of torque Hemi V-8 that comes in upper-level Durangos. There are also two performance Hemis, the 6.4L with 475 horsepower which goes in the SRT 392 and the 6.2L supercharged motor which comes in the special edition Hellcat. Each motor is paired with a Durango package, such as GT/GT Plus/GT Premium (V6), R/T, R/T Plus, R/T Premium (5.7L V-8), SRT 392 / Plus / Premium, and SRT Hellcat / Plus / Premium.
The entry level GT starts at $38,495 msrp before any discounts, and comes in rear wheel drive with the more than powerful Pentastar V6. 293 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque are able to pull max capacity of 6,200 pounds, slightly less than the 5.7L V8 (8,700 pounds). 18 inch silver aluminum wheels are standard, as is 8.4 inch touchscreen with Apple Carplay/Android Auto support, heated front seats and steering wheel, roof rails, LED headlamps and tailamps, and seats for seven. Plus trim, $41,265 msrp, adds a sunroof and adaptive cruise/blind spot monitoring. All wheel drive adds $2,000. The R/T adds a flat bottom steering wheel with paddle shifters, heated first row seats in the back, a power liftgate, remote engine start, and 20 inch wheels. GT Plus gets Nappa Leather seats, heated seats all around, a larger touch screen (10.1 inch), adaptive cruise, and a performance hood. Premium trim, msrp $49,420, adds hand wrapped instrument panel, carbon fiber interior accents, nine speaker Alpine stereo with subwoofer, a wireless charging pad, ann advanced safety and security system with brake assist, lane keep assist, and so forth.
Stepping up to the V8 trims, The R/T adds performance steering and suspension. Plus and Premium R/T models add options like 19-speaker Harman Kardon audio, power seats with memory settings, and basically any other option you could dream up. SRT 392 starts at msrp $74,995. The Durango is the last available Hellcat on the market, with its 0-60 time of 3.5 seconds, Brembo brakes, 710 horsepower, and Bilstein performance suspension; it starts at $95,995 msrp.
Stellantis (owner of Dodge) sales have seen difficulty of late. Right now Dodge has a host of excellent offers on the Durango with their Drive Into Fall Event. These include $2,250 bonus cash allowance, or finance for 6.9% APR for 72 months. There are also lease deals of $399 a month for 36 months with $4,169 down on 2025 Durango GT AWD. Be sure to search local dealers as incentives may vary by region. Cast a wide net using the dealer inventory tool and compare multiple stores within a reasonable driving radius; despite national promotions, not all dealers price the same, and some will be more aggressive on in-stock colors or option packages. Ask every store for an out-the-door price that includes taxes and fees, and be selective about add-ons like paint protection, VIN etching, maintenance packages, and extra alarm systems—polite declines on extras can save hundreds or even thousands.
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