subject: Vancouver Dodge - 2012 Dodge Durango Trim Levels Up Close [print this page] Dodge came back with big big surprise this year. And along with the come back of this vehicle that hibernated for awhile away from the automotive scene is Dodge promise to bring back the lost years of SUVs. Vancouver Dodge customers can certainly expect a lot this year, especially that the 2012 Dodge Durango has crossed the automotive path again.
So what should you expect to see when you enter your Langley Dodge or Langley Chrysler lots? That is because if you are familiar with the former Durango, this newer version is a lot more different that its predecessor. With these trim versions, the vehicle just got more exciting:
Economical SXT (Comes in Rear-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive)
The standard features of this model includes the following:
1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass sunroof
Front air conditioning, dual zone automatic
Entertainment system with dvd and digital media
5-spd auto w/OD transmission
Rear air conditioning, with separate controls
Front fog/driving lights
Keyfob (all doors) remote keyless entry
18" silver aluminum wheels
ABS and driveline traction control
3.6L V-6 engine
Parksense parking assist
The previous Durango models included the Base Express and the Heat trim levels, but this year, the automaker has simplified the versions, dropped the express and heat monickers and retained the SXT, Crew, R/T and Citadel labels instead.
Jazzy Crew (Comes in Rear-Wheell or All-Wheel Drive)
The Crew has all of the standard elements that is on the SXT model, in addition to the Garmin with voice activation navigation system and the driver and passenger heated front seats. The Crew comes with a V-6 engine partnered with a 5-speed automatic transmission.
Rampaging R/T (Comes in Rear-Wheell or All-Wheel Drive)
The standard features of this model includes the following:
1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass sunroof
Front air conditioning, dual zone automatic
ABS and driveline traction control
Parksense parking assist
Entertainment system with dvd and digital media
Garmin with voice activation navigation system
Driver and passenger heated front seats
Rear air conditioning, with separate controls
Front fog/driving lights
20" painted aluminum wheels
Keyfob (all doors) remote keyless entry
Asking a Langley Chrysler customer who bought one, he affirmed that the R/T trim version is definitely performance themed. That is why it is packed with a 5.7 liter HEMI V-8 engine under the hood, paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. This lethal combination promises a better performing SUV on the road, that will bring back the good old days when sports utility vehicles are truly sports utility vehicles - not some pretentious crossovers. It has all the features of the Crew version, in addition to the ABS driveline traction control and the Parksense parking assist system. Plus, it has bigger wheels.
Classy Citadel (Comes in Rear-Wheell or All-Wheel Drive)
The standard features of this model includes the following:
1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass sunroof
Front air conditioning, dual zone automatic
ABS and driveline traction control
Driver and passenger cooled front seats
Entertainment system with dvd and digital media
Garmin navigation system
Driver and passenger heated front seats
Rear air conditioning, with separate controls
Front fog/driving lights
Keyfob (all doors) remote keyless entry
This is the high end of the 2012 Dodge Durango model. It has all the features that the R/T has, but it comes with a V-6 under the hood. Opting for a much better V-8 engine is also allowable in this trim version. Additional components include a more comfortable Nappa leather covering for the seats and visible stitching for aesthetic purposes. It also has 20 chrome plated wheels, a bind spot monitoring, cross-path warning system, distinct chrome grille, and other additional items unique to the Citadel.
I own a jeep that I purchased from my local Langley Jeep dealership, but after seeing the newest Dodge Durango, I scheduled a test drive with my Langley Dodge chain and I certainly did not regret doing it. I am glad that the SUV is back, and its spirit is rejuvinated in the 2012 Dodge Durango. Go to your own dodge dealer and schedule a meeting with this wickedly good vehicle today.
