Spacious, comfortable and luxurious, the Dodge Journey is designed to support your lifestyle. Whether you are heading off on a family road trip or taking the kids to school, the Journey offers an enjoyable ride. If you are thinking about finding a Dodge Journey for sale, read our blog to find out more.
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The Dodge Brand in South Africa
The Journey is the only product that Dodge still offers to South African motorists. Dodge has a rich history of muscle cars and racing technology. The brand has developed a reputation for innovative engineering. Their mini-vans and SUVs embody their dedication to manufacturing high performance vehicles.
The Dodge Journey has developed a strong support base from local niche markets. With a price in-between top-of-the-range SUVs and cheaper models, it is well priced for South African buyers. The Dodge Journey price starts at R533 990.
Both functional and spacious the Journey is packed with features that you won’t find in other vehicles that fall in this price range. The advantage of finding a Dodge Journey for sale is that with a long list of standard features it offers great value-for-money. The Journey combines old school charisma with state-of-the-art technology. The design of this model is distinctively American.
The Journey’s Stylish Exterior
While the exterior of the Dodge SUV is practical it is also stylish. Colour options such as Copperhead Pearl, Fathom Blue Pearl, Redline Pearl and Bright Silver complement the attractive design elements of this model. Its bold front grille enhances its attractive design.
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Its LED tail lamps and body-coloured side sills add to its appeal. Another highlight of its exterior design is its sculpted fender flares. Its contemporary quad halogen headlamps are both aesthetically appealing and functional.
Luxurious Interior in the Dodge Journey
With a variety of comfort features, the Journey offers a pleasurable ride. It boasts an electronically adjustable front seat which also has a heating function. Activate the cruise control and you can sit back, relax and enjoy the ride. The leather upholstery adds an element of exclusivity to the interior of the Dodge Journey. You can find your way around new places by using the navigation system.
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The uConnect multimedia system supports your busy lifestyle by enabling you to always stay connected even when you are on the road. With a length of 4888 mm and an extended wheel base the Journey provides plenty of room for passengers. The first two rows of passenger seating are spacious and comfortable while the third row offers plenty of room for children. The large seats are padded to further support the comfort of the vehicle’s occupants.
The attention-to-details is evident in the design of this Dodge SUV and it even has a “conversation mirror” which allows you to keep an eye on your children.
With plenty of practical features the Dodge Journey for sale is well-suited to families. There are a variety of handy storage spaces in this vehicle. You can lift up the front passenger seat cushion to find a useful storage area. The fact that the doors open to 90 degrees shows how much effort went into designing the Dodge Journey.
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The boot space can accommodate 167 litres of luggage however you can fold the third row down to offer more storage space. With the third row folded there is plenty of room for your family’s luggage if you are heading off on a road trip. By folding down all the passenger seats you will create an impressive 2296 litres of space. This is great for transporting sporting equipment if you enjoy spending time outdoors.
Journey’s Safety Features
Safety is a vital consideration when you are choosing a family vehicle. With both active and passive safety features you and your family are in good hands when riding in the Journey. Electronic Stability Control supports the driver by detecting wheel slippage and assisting the driver to get control back.
Electronic Roll Mitigation decreases wheel lift and minimises the chances of vehicle rollover during braking. Parkview Rear Back Up ensures that you always know what is behind your vehicle. This also makes it easy to manoeuvre into tight parking sports. Airbags protect the vehicle’s occupants if a collision takes place.
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Impressive Performance
Not only is the interior of the Journey packed with comfort feature, its performance contributes to its status as a high comfort vehicle. It delivers a smooth ride and can handle most terrains with ease. The Dodge SUV has a 3.6 litre V6 engine. Take a look at an overview of the Journey’s engine specifications.
Dodge Journey Specifications
| Engine | 3.6 litre V6 |
| Max Power Output (kW) | 206 |
| Max Torque (Nm @ rpm) | 353 @ 4400 |
| Fuel Consumption (L/100km) | 10.4 |
| Dodge Journey Price | Starts at R 533 990 |
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