2001 Dodge Durango Dodge Durango 2001 Dodge Durango Base 4WD Sport Utility Wagon 4WD Newark, DE Dodge's brute of a mid-sized ute receives numerous improvements for 2001. An electronic transfer case for its four-wheel drive system is now standard on 4WD models. A new instrument panel, center console w/cupholders, interior trim and upgraded stereo has been added, and a tilt steering column is now standard on all Durangos. The 5.2-liter V8 engine is dropped, leaving the more efficient 4.7-liter V8 as standard equipment in both 4x2 and 4x4 Durangos. A variable-delay intermittent rear wiper is offered, and auto-dimming, heated outside power mirrors can be had on in SLT trim. A new appearance option group for the SLT includes 16-inch aluminum wheels, along with special body side moldings, running boards and lower panels. New 15-inch Sparkle Silver aluminum wheels are standard across the Durango lineup. Aggressive styling, large interior, powerful engine lineup. Poor gas mileage, stiff ride, lousy crash test scores. The Durango is Dodge's fierce competitor in the sport-utility market. Eighty percent of its parts are shared with the Dakota, including the platform, but the Durango's frame is actually three times stiffer than the pickup's. Unfortunately, the rough ride doesn't let you forget its truck origins. It's somewhat bouncy, and you'll be aware of the added stiffness, yet it's not miserable enough to hamper the Durango's cushy-cruiser status. Chevrolet Tahoe Ford Expedition GMC Yukon Toyota Land Cruiser 336,000 336,000 336,000 5100,000 NA NA NA 8 4.7 liters V8 235 hp @ 4800 rpm 295 ft-lbs. @ 3200 rpm 88 cu.ft. 1699 lbs. 4100 lbs. 193.5 in. 71.7 in. 72.5 in. 4689 lbs. 115.9 in. NA 7.9 in. 39.8 in. 40.6 in. NA NA NA NA 41.9 in. 35.4 in. 6 Not Available Standard Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available Rating = Not Tested Rating = Not Tested Not Tested Not Tested Not Tested Not Tested 25 gal. 13 mpg / 18 mpg 325 mi. / 450 mi. Insurance costs can vary greatly for this vehicle, depending on such factors as driver age, driver gender, teenage drivers in the household, driving records, theft loss data for your particular geographic region, miles driven per year, and other widely variable factors. Additionally, some companies charge a premium for certain makes and models, while others do not. $26,245 $28,770 7.35% $600 N/A 3% of the Total MSRP BASE 2WD (4A): 4.7L V8 SOHC SMPI 16-valve engine; 4-speed electronic OD automatic transmission with lock-up torque converter; 600 amp battery; 136 amp alternator; rear-wheel drive, 3.55 axle ratio; stainless steel exhaust; front independent suspension with anti-roll bar, front coil springs, HD front shocks, rigid rear axle suspension with anti-roll bar, rear leaf springs, HD rear shocks; power rack-and-pinion steering; front disc/rear drum brakes with rear wheel antilock brakes; 25 gal. capacity fuel tank; rear lip spoiler, side impact bars; liftback rear cargo door; front and rear body-colored bumpers with black rub strip, rear step bumper; clearcoat monotone paint; aero-composite halogen headlamps; additional exterior lights include underhood light; driver's and passenger's power remote black outside mirrors; 15" x 7" silver alloy wheels; P235/75SR15 BSW A/S tires; full-size steel spare wheel; dual zone front air conditioning, rear heat ducts; AM/FM stereo radio, clock, seek-scan,cassette player, 4 speakers, fixed antenna; cruise control with steering wheel controls; power door locks with 2 stage unlock, remote keyless entry, child safety rear door locks; 3 power accessory outlets, front lighter element(s), smokers' package; instrumentation display includes tachometer, oil pressure gauge, water temperature gauge, volt gauge, trip odometer; warning indicators include oil pressure, battery, lights on, key in ignition, low fuel, low washer fluid, door ajar, trunk ajar; driver's and passenger's front airbags; panic alarm; deep tinted windows, power front and rear windows with driver's 1-touch down, fixed 1/4 vent windows; variable intermittent front windshield wipers, sun visor strip, fixed interval rear wiper, rear window defroster; seating capacity of 6, 40/20/40 split-bench front seat, fixed headrests, center armrest with storage, driver's and passenger's seats include 4-way adjustment; 60/40 folding rear split-bench seat with adjustable headrests, centerarmrest; front and rear height adjustable seatbelts; cloth seats, vinyl door trim insert, full cloth headliner, full carpet floor covering, deluxe sound insulation; interior lights include dome light, front reading lights, illuminated entry; steering wheel with tilt adjustment; vanity mirrors; day/night rearview mirror; glove box with light, front and rear cupholders, 2 seat back storage pockets; carpeted cargo floor, carpeted trunk lid, cargo tie downs, cargo light, concealed cargo storage; body-colored grille, black side window moldings, black front windshield molding, black rear window molding and black door handles. BASE 4WD (4A) (in addition to or instead of SLT 2WD (4A) equipment): Part-time 4 wheel drive, auto locking hub control and electronic shift; front independent suspension with anti-roll bar, front torsion springs, front torsion bar, HD front shocks; skid plate(s) and plastic trunk lid. 26B Quick Order Package 26B $0 $0 26G Quick Order Package 26G $1,118 $1,315 28G Quick Order Package 28G $1,118 $1,315 4XN Rear Air Conditioning Bypass $0 $0 AA8 SLT Value Group $1,726 $2,030 ADL Skid Plate Group $111 $130 ADX Special Appearance Group $106 $125 ADX Special Appearance Group $442 $520 AFH Overhead Convenience Group $353 $415 AGW Tire, Wheel and Wheel Flare Group $421 $495 AHC Trailer Tow Group $395 $465 AHC Trailer Tow Group $502 $590 AJB Security Group $191 $225 ASU R/T Group $1,063 $1,250 ATK SLT Plus Decor Group $3,328 $3,915 BGK 4-Wheel Antilock Brakes $421 $495 C5 Cloth High-Back Bucket Seats $0 $0 CFP Third Row Seat $468 $550 CLE Front and Rear Floor Mats $47 $55 DGT Transmission: 4-Spd. Automatic (46RE) $0 $0 DHV Full Time Transfer Case $336 $395 DMH 3.92 Axle Ratio $34 $40 DSA Anti-Spin Differential Axle $242 $285 EML Engine: 5.9L SMPI V8 Magnum $506 $595 GUW Power Heated Driver Auto Dim Mirrors $179 $210 HBB Rear Air Conditioning with Heater $468 $550 MRL Body Color Running Boards $336 $395 NHK Engine Block Heater $30 $35 P9 40/20/40 Cloth Split Bench Seat $0 $0 RAZ Radio: AM/FM Cassette Player, CD, Equalizer $255 $300 RCT Infinity Speakers $281 $330