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Dodge Durango 2014 Model Year

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Last updated 8/09/2013


World Debut: New York Auto Show March 28, 2013 (11:40 a.m.-12:05 p.m. EDT)

Webcast at: Dodge @ NYIAS

Order banks open: July 10, 2013

Production startup: August 19, 2013

Sales launch: September 1, 2013


Models / MSRP / (Invoice) (does not include $995 destination)

SXT RWD $29,795 / ($29,318)
Limited RWD $35,995 / ($34,426)
R/T RWD $38,995 / ($37,186)
Citadel RWD $40,995 / ($39,026)

SXT AWD $32,195 / ($31,644)
Limited AWD $38,395 / ($36,704)
R/T AWD $41,395 / ($39,464)
Citadel AWD $43,395 / ($41,304)

Engines/transmissions

3.6L Pentastar w/8-speed 8HP45 transmission (Standard on all models)
5.7L Hemi with 8-speed 8HP70 transmission (Standard on R/T, optional on all other models)

Interiors

Black (w/light headliner)
Black (w/black headliner) (Rallye only)
Black/Light Frost Beige
Black/Tan (w/black headliner) (Citadel only)
Black w/red accent stitching & black headliner (R/T only)


What's New

• Segment-first eight-speed automatic transmission with rotary shifter allows for up to a 9 percent improvement in fuel economy and a more refined driving experience
• Class-exclusive Dodge “racetrack” LED tail lamps with 192 LEDs
• New front fascia with floating signature Dodge crosshair grille
• New projector headlamps with available LED running lights
• 5-inch or 8.4-inch touchscreens with available class-exclusive Uconnect Access and navigation with 3D mapping
• The latest available Uconnect Access system with Wi-Fi capability and mobile apps, including Pandora and iHeartradio
• Available voice command, Uconnect handsfree calling, handsfree texting, streaming music via Bluetooth and remote USB port
• Class-exclusive standard 7-inch customizable thin-film transistor (TFT) full-color instrument cluster
• Available class-exclusive Blu-ray / DVD rear entertainment system with new dual 9-inch screens in the driver and front passenger seat-backs
• New three-spoke steering wheel with standard paddle shifters
• Available second-row captain’s chairs with a standard pass-through center console that makes for easy travel between second- and third-row seats
• Available second-row full center console with additional storage – available at all trim levels
• New available fully integrated tow hitch
• New Limited model with standard leather seats, heated seats, heated steering wheel and standard 8.4-inch Uconnect touchscreen
• Rallye Group with a sinister monochromatic appearance and class-exclusive 20-inch Hyper Black wheels
• All-new wheel lineup with a choice of seven wheels, featuring 18-inch and 20-inch wheels with finishes ranging from silver painted to polished aluminum to class exclusive Hyper Black
• New standard capless fuel fill making for easy fuel fill ups
• More than 60 available safety and security features, including:
- Auto crash notification/911 call button
- Adaptive cruise control with stop function
- Forward collision warning with collision mitigation
• Ten exterior colors, seven different wheels, nine different interiors, including premium cloth, Capri leather and perforated Nappa leather with three different (black, gray and red) stitching accents, unique bezels and headliners


Optional Equipment (with MSRP / Invoice pricing)
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SXT RWD Options

Customer Preferred Package 23B ($1700 / $951)
- Bright Side Roof Rails
- Comfort Seating Group
- Integrated Roof Rail Crossbars
- Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
- Power 4-Way Driver Lumbar Adjust
- Power 8-Way Drvr/Manual Pass Seat
- SiriusXM Satellite Radio

AHX Trailer Tow Group IV ($995 / $886)
RH1 Single Disc Remote CD Player ($450 / $401)
AJY Popular Equipment Group ($895 / $797)
ALB MOPAR Black/Chrome Appearance Group ($795 / $708)
AZC Rallye Appearance Group ($1495 / $1331)
AEE MOPAR Chrome Appearance Group ($995 / $886)
CFU 2nd Row Fold/Tumble Captain Chairs ($895 / $797)
CVR 2nd Row Console w/Armrest & Storage ($300 / $267)
GWA Power Sunroof ($1095 / $975)
NHK Engine Block Heater ($95 / $85))
RA3 Uconnect 8.4A AM/FM/BT/Access ($595 / $530)

SXT RWD Exterior Colors

PSC Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
PW7 Bright White Clear Coat
PXR Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat
PRP Deep Cherry Red Crystal Pearl Coat
PAU Granite Crystal Met. Clear Coat
PAR Maximum Steel Met. Clear Coat
PRM Redline 2 Pearl Coat (Rallye only)
PFS Sandstone Pearl Coat (N/A with Rallye)
PBU True Blue Pearl Coat

SXT RWD Interior

Cloth Low-Back Bucket Seats/Black
Cloth Low-Back Bucket Seats/Black/Lt Frost Beige

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Limited RWD Options

27J 5.7L V8 HEMI MDS VVT Engine / 8-Spd Auto 8HP70 Trans ($2795 / $2488)

AHX Trailer Tow Group IV ($995 / $886)
AAC Premium Group ($2395 / $2132)
AWC Safety/Security & Convenience Group (requires RC3 speakers/subwoofer) ($1195 / $1064)
WRE 20X8.0 Fully Polished Face Alum Whls (included with Premium Group) ($1195 / $1064)
RH1 Single Disc Remote CD Player ($450 / $401)
RC3 9 Amplified Speakers w/Subwoofer (included with Premium Group) ($595 / $530)
ALB MOPAR Black/Chrome Appearance Group ($795 / $708)
ANA NAV & Power Liftgate Group (included with Premium Group) ($850 / $757)
AEE MOPAR Chrome Appearance Group ($995 / $886)
AEK Rear DVD Entertainment Center ($1995 / $1776)
CFU 2nd Row Fold/Tumble Captain Chairs ($895 / $797)
CVR 2nd Row Console w/Armrest & Storage ($300 / $267)
GWA Power Sunroof (included with Premium Group) ($1095 / $975)
NHK Engine Block Heater ($95)

Limited RWD Exterior Colors

PSC Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
PW7 Bright White Clear Coat
PXR Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat
PRP Deep Cherry Red Crystal Pearl Coat
PAU Granite Crystal Met. Clear Coat
PAR Maximum Steel Met. Clear Coat
PFS Sandstone Pearl Coat
PBU True Blue Pearl Coat

Limited RWD Interior

Lux Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats/Black
Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats/Black/Lt Frost Beige


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Citadel RWD Options

27J 5.7L V8 HEMI MDS VVT Engine / 8-Spd Auto 8HP70 Trans ($2795 / $2488)

AHX Trailer Tow Group IV ($995 / $886)
RH1 Single Disc Remote CD Player ($450 / $401)
ALB MOPAR Black/Chrome Appearance Group ($795 / $708)
ALB MOPAR Chrome Appearance Group ($895 / $797)
ADG Technology Group ($1995 / $1776)
AEE MOPAR Chrome Appearance Group ($895 / $797)
AEK Rear DVD Entertainment Center ($1995 / $1776)
CFU 2nd Row Fold/Tumble Captain Chairs ($895 / $797)
CVR 2nd Row Console w/Armrest & Storage ($300 / $267)
NHK Engine Block Heater ($95 / $85)

Citadel RWD Exterior Colors

PSC Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
PW7 Bright White Clear Coat
PXR Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat
PRP Deep Cherry Red Crystal Pearl Coat
PAU Granite Crystal Met. Clear Coat
PAR Maximum Steel Met. Clear Coat
PFS Sandstone Pearl Coat
PBU True Blue Pearl Coat

Citadel RWD Interior

Lux Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats/Black
Lux Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats/Black/Lt Frost Beige
Lux Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats/Black/Tan


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R/T RWD Options

WRK 20X8.0 Polish/Painted Alum Wheels ($495 / $441)
AHX Trailer Tow Group IV ($995 / $886)
RH1 Single Disc Remote CD Player ($450 / $401)
AJG Premium Nappa Leather Group ($995 / $886)
ALB MOPAR Black/Chrome Appearance Group ($795 / $708)
ADG Technology Group ($1995 / $1776)
AEK Rear DVD Entertainment Center ($1995 / $1776)
CFU 2nd Row Fold/Tumble Captain Chairs ($895 / $797)
CVR 2nd Row Console w/Armrest & Storage ($300 / $267)
GWA Power Sunroof ($1095 / $975)
NHK Engine Block Heater ($95 / $85)
RA4 Uconnect 8.4AN AM/FM/BT/Access/NAV ($400 / $356)

R/T RWD Exterior Colors

PSC Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
PW7 Bright White Clear Coat
PXR Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat
PAU Granite Crystal Met. Clear Coat
PAR Maximum Steel Met. Clear Coat
PRM Redline 2 Coat Pearl
PBU True Blue Pearl Coat

R/T RWD Interior

Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats/Black
Lux Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats/Black


PACKAGES

Customer Preferred Package 23B — Includes leather-wrapped steering
wheel, power 12-way driver seat, including power four-way power lumbar
adjustment, bright side roof rails with integrated, stowable cross bars (not
available on Rallye) and SiriusXM Radio

Mopar Chrome Appearance Package — Includes chrome tubular side
steps, front and rear door entry guards, bright pedal kit, chrome exhaust
tip (SXT) and chrome mirror caps (SXT and Limited)

Mopar Black/Chrome Appearance Package — Includes black tubular
side steps, front and rear door entry guards and bright pedal kit

Navigation and Power Liftgate Group — Premium navigation with
Uconnect Access Via Mobile with voice recognition and power liftgate

Popular Equipment Group — Includes ParkView rear backup camera,
ParkSense rear park assist, auto-dimming rear-view mirror, heated front
seats, and heated steering wheel and Bluetooth streaming audio

Premium Group — Premium navigation with Uconnect Access Via Mobile
with voice recognition, power liftgate, sunroof, premium audio and 20-in.
polished aluminum wheels

Premium Nappa Leather and Convenience Group — Includes
perforated Nappa leather seats with red accent stitching and power 12-
way front control with driver seat memory, heated and ventilated front
seats, perforated leather-wrapped steering wheel, cargo cover and net,
power tilt/telescoping steering column, rain-sensitive wipers and auto high
beam headlamps

Rear DVD Entertainment Center — Includes eight-way power front seats
with driver seat memory, dual flip-up seat-back mounted screens, Blu-ray
and DVD compatibility, wireless remote and headsets (2) and HDMI and
RCA inputs for each screen

Safety, Security and Convenience Group — Includes cargo cover and
net, rain-sensitive wipers, power tilt/telescoping steering wheel, Blind-spot
Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection, auto high beam headlamps
and low beam HID auto-leveling headlamps (Limited)

Second-row Fold/Tumble Captain’s Chairs — Includes second-row seat
mounted inboard arm rests and mini console with cup holders

Second-row Center Console with Arm Rest — Includes 12-volt power
outlet, USB charge port, illuminated cup holders and under arm rest
storage bin

Skid Plate Group — Includes skid plates for the fuel tank, transfer case (if
equipped), front suspension and underbody (Must have AWD)

Technology Group — Includes adaptive cruise control with stop, forward
collision warning with crash mitigation, Blind-spot Monitoring, Rear Cross
Path detection and advanced Brake Assist

Trailer Tow Group IV — Includes 220-amp alternator, heavy-duty engine
oil cooler, class IV hitch receiver, seven- and four-pin wiring harness, rear
load leveling shocks and a full-size spare tire

Uconnect Access 8.4-in. AM/FM/Bluetooth (RA3) — Includes 8.4-in.
touchscreen display, roadside assistance and 9-1-1 Call and a six-month
Uconnect Access Advantage trial

Uconnect Access 8.4-in. AM/FM/Bluetooth/Access/Navigation (RA4)
— Includes 8.4-in. touchscreen display, one-year subscription to SiriusXM
Radio with SiriusXM Traffic and SiriusXM Travel Link and six-month trials
Uconnect Access Advantage Via Mobile

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KEY FEATURES BY MODEL

1. SXT

POWERTRAIN

• 3.6L Pentastar™ VVT V6 with 290 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque
• 5.7L HEMI® VVT V8 with FuelSaver Multi-Displacement System (MDS), 360 hp and 390 lb-ft of torque (available)
• Eight-speed automatic with dial shifter

INTERIOR AMENITIES

• Premium cloth seven-passenger seating
• Uconnect™ 5.0 with 5-inch touch screen, hands-free communication8, Bluetooth streaming audio, USB, SD and auxiliary inputs
• 7-inch customizable in-cluster display centre
• Steering wheel with paddle shifters, cruise and audio control
• Full-length floor console and overhead console
• Third-row seats with remote folding head restraints
• Second-row 60/40 split fold-and-tumble seats
• Front passenger forward fold-flat seat
• Power, heated exterior mirrors; manual folding
• Air conditioning with automatic tri-zone temperature control
• Power locks and windows with front one-touch up/down
• Illuminated cup holders and door trim panel with ambient lighting
• Illuminated entry, front and rear interior LED lamps
• Auto-dimming rearview mirror with microphone
• Interior removable/rechargeable flashlight
• Two 12-volt auxiliary power outlets
• Sun visors with vanity mirrors
• Tinted windshield and front door glass

EXTERIOR FEATURES

• 18-inch Tech Silver aluminum wheels
• P265/60R18 BSW on- and off-road Michelin tires
• Automatic headlamps with Chrome accent bezels
• Projector fog lamps and LED taillamps
• Body-color exterior mirrors and door handles
• Accent-color shark-fin antenna

SAFETY & SECURITY

• Electronic Stability Control9 with Ready Alert Braking, Four-Wheel Traction Control, Trailer Sway Control and Hill Start Assist
• Four-wheel disc antilock brakes with Rain Brake Support
• Power locking fuel door and cap-less fuel filler
• Reactive front head restraints10
• Driver’s knee blocker air bag, advanced multistage front, supplemental front-seat side and side-curtain front/rear air bags7
• Remote Keyless Enter ’n Go™ with remote proximity entry and push button start
• Sentry Key® antitheft engine immobilizer
• Enhanced Accident Response System
• Tire Pressure Monitoring Display

CAPABILITY & FUNCTIONALITY

• 180-amp alternator
• 700-amp maintenance-free battery
• 195 mm front and rear axle - 3.45 rear axle ratio
• Tilt/telescoping steering column, power rack and pinion steering


2. RALLYE - ENHANCEMENTS VS. SXT

• Increased of 295 horsepower
• Dual exhaust with bright tips
• 20-inch Hyper Black aluminum wheels
• Body-color grille, fascia, wheel lips and mouldings
• Dark headlamps
• Black headliner, leather-wrapped steering wheel
• Uconnect™ hands-free communication8 with voice commands for radio and phone


3. LIMITED - ENHANCEMENTS VS. SXT

• 18-inch polished aluminum wheels with Mineral Grey pockets
• Heated front- and second-row leather-faced seats
• Heated, leather-wrapped, steering wheel
• SiriusXM Satellite radio with one-year subscription11
• Driver memory settings for exterior mirror, seat and radio
• Power eight-way driver seat and six-way front passenger seat with power four-way lumbar adjustment
• Premium interior door trim with Bright Chrome and Black Comodo Elm accents
• Park-Sense® Rear Park Assist System5
• ParkView® Rear Back-Up Camera5
• Auto-dimming exterior driver’s side mirror with supplemental signals
• Remote start and security alarm
• Universal garage door opener12
• Sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors
• LED daytime running lights
• Bright side roof rails, exhaust tip, and sill scuff pads
• 115-volt auxiliary power outlet and dual remote USB charging ports


4. R/T - ENHANCEMENTS VS. LIMITED

• Leather-faced seating with Red accent stitching and R/T logo
• 20-inch Hyper Black aluminum wheels
• 265/50R20 BSW all-season Goodyear® tires
• Alpine® premium sound system with 10 speakers and 506-watt amplifier
• Low beam HID headlamps with auto-levelling and Black accents
• Body-color wheel lip moulding, front and rear facia, shark fin antenna
• Power liftgate
• Two-speed on demand transfer case
• 3.09 rear axle ratio and 230 mm rear axle
• High speed engine controller
• Heavy duty, four-wheel disc antilock brakes
• Performance steering and sport suspension
• Rear load-levelling suspension
• Sport Black headliner
• Power tilt/telescoping steering column
• Full-size spare tire


5. CITADEL - ENHANCEMENTS VS. LIMITED

• Nappa leather-faced bucket seats with perforated inserts
• 20-inch fully polished aluminum wheels
• 265/50R20 BSW all-season Goodyear tires
• Perforated, leather-wrapped steering wheel
• Ventilated front seats
• Power eight-way driver and passenger seats
• Power sunroof
• Uconnect 8.4A multimedia centre with 8.4-inch touch screen (nav ready)
• Alpine premium sound system with 10 speakers and 506-watt amplifier
• Low beam HID headlamps with automatic levelling and high beam control
• Rain-sensing windshield wipers
• Power liftgate
• Floor console with leather armrest
• Leather wrapped door trim panels
• Heavy duty, four-wheel disc antilock brakes
• Cargo compartment cover and net
• Bright premium grille, exterior mirrors and door handles
• Power tilt/telescoping steering column







--Milous@JG
 

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#677 ·
Went to South County Dodge in St. Louis, MO and ordered my 2014 Dodge Durango R/T. Settled on the price of $45,422, which includes the following:

Rear DVD Entertainment System
20 Inch Polished/Painted Aluminum Wheels
Nappa Leather Group
Towing/Trailer Package
Sunroof
8.4 inch screen radio with navigation
 
#678 ·
I'm in! :)
Got my VON today for a Limited AWD in granite with the tow, nav, and safety package.
Nobody wants to read a novel but I want to be helpful to others so I'll *try* to be brief.

It was a long and frustrating road. I don't understand why it was so difficult for so many of us to get the time of day from so many dealers. I started out with 2 dealers, grew to 12 easily, and wound up with 2 dealer candidates - Century Dodge in Mounty Airy, MD and Koons in Northern Virginia.

Nader at Koons was the best deal but I did not choose them. Century came to within about 1% of the Koons deal. Koons is easily an hour away from me on a very good day and 2+ hours on most days. Given current gas prices and the value of my time for a couple of round trips, it just wasn't worth it. If you live in the DC area and commute, you know what I mean. :eek: :eek: :eek: I've been working with internet wonder Traci at Century for a few weeks now. Traci responded very promptly to all of my e-mail messages. Unlike other dealers, she clearly read them. It turns out her brother is a firefighter also.

I went to Century this morning after my shift and the sales guy Mike took me right in to see the sales manager (Johnny Berry). We all sat down in Johnny's office and he turned his big computer monitor so we could both see the same thing. We went through options and Johnny walked me through the numbers. None of that "I'll be right back" or "Need to check with my manager" crap! I put all my cards on the table with them from the beginning. Johnny came up with a number that wasn't even in the ballpark as mine. It was a good $1,000 off. He very patiently worked through the numbers with me and then I discovered I decided at the last minute to add the safety package since it was now available. My fault but he must have thought I was crazy with the number I told him I had in mind. Johnny had actually given me a half decent number but we somehow missed the affiliate part. Traci was aware of it and I thought Johnny knew but I'm sure he talks to a lot of people. I assumed he knew and that too was my fault. Re-working the numbers put Century in the game but I asked for a few hours to think about it. No pressure at all from Johnny. The order was technically in but it still needed to be approved. I went home, compared the percentage/price differences, and discussed the numbers with my wife. We both decided it was no contest given our distance from Koons. I went back to Century and finished the deal with Mike. Didn't take long at all.

I've bought plenty of vehicles before. I don't enjoy it at all. Short of doing this one over pizza and a beer, I can't imagine a better experience. What a pleasant surprise. Traci and Johnny are class acts. :thumbsup:

In a nutshell:
  • If you live in Maryland/DC, contact Traci or Mike at Century Dodge(877) 840-5154. They're your ticket to Johnny. Make sure you let them know if you're a veteran, in the military, or if you're a firefighter or police officer.
  • If you live in Virginia/DC, contact Nader at Koons. I spoke with him and corresponded via e-mail. He is pretty responsive.
  • Get a Chrysler Affiliate number! Do a search in this thread for details.
I'm a firm believer in that everything happens for a reason. I didn't know Century even existed in July when order banks first opened. The safety package wasn't available in July when I was trying to talk to the other dealers. I think I'll like that package so I'm glad things worked out the way they did. I'm still shocked by those other dealers, however.

Now, is it October yet? :)
 
#680 ·
..and our situation is still in flux...

Went to check out an Explorer since I can get x-plan from Ford. It wasn't in the running at all.

My wife wanted to go check out the Acadia again and for a couple of reasons she's now leaning that way. Its definitely not my first choice, but I understand its primarily going to be her vehicle. So...

I did finally hear back from my local Dodge dealer with some numbers. He's willing to split the holdback, I countered around 5% under invoice (which is what Koons offered, but they're easily 3 hrs each way). Similar to Fireman if I can get close to that would prefer to get a deal locally for the trip time savings.

Still waiting to hear from a couple of other nearby Dodge dealers.

I think though, that unless the Dodge comes in significantly cheaper the Acadia will win for my wife. Started looking for another 2013 since I think that will definitely be less than the Acadia.
 
#681 ·
My wife wanted to go check out the Acadia again and for a couple of reasons she's now leaning that way. Its definitely not my first choice, but I understand its primarily going to be her vehicle. So...
The Acadia used to be on my short list as well. More interior space, interior styling is arguably better. 3rd row seats 3 (vs. 2 in the Durango), and the second row seats are more flexible. My one significant gripe with the Durango is that the 2nd row seats do not adjust fore-aft, so the 2nd row passengers cannot adjust for legroom (for themselves and any 3rd row passengers behind them.

However, since my wife and I are relatively short (I'm 5'8" and my wife is shorter), our front seats will be far enough up to provide decent leg room for the 2nd row.

Ultimately, I chose the Durango for the following reasons:

1) Styling. Matter of taste, but I prefer the Durango exterior styling.

2) Drivetrain. I'm taking a little risk that the 8 speed transmission paired with the Pentastar V-6 turns out to be a winner. I did test drive a '14 Grand Cherokee vs. the Acadia, and preferred the GC, but the Durango is heavier, so still a bit unknown. The Acadia is using essentially the same engine and transmission that it debuted with 6 years ago. I also prefer the rear-wheel bias of the Durango drivetrain vs. FWD bias of Acadia. The V-6 Durango will get better gas milage than the Acadia.

3) Technology. I decided that adaptive cruise control is a must for me, and it's simply not available on the Acadia. The Acadia also lacks some tech that you would think is a given in a vehicle in this class, like touch entry and push-button start. The instrument cluster on the Acadia looks outdated to me, especially compared to the Durango 7" customizable TFT.

Ultimately though, "Happy wife...happy life!" :D Good luck with your decision.
 
#683 ·
Just got back from vacation and actually had an Acadia as a rental. We werent really considering it but was going to check it out before we made a final decision. I can now saw I dont have to make a trip to the GMC dealer.

Of course it was a fairly base model but I didn't really care much for the car, especially the seats. They have headrests that can move forward and back headrests. With a 2 year old in the back, he could push the headrests forward with his feet which got quite annoying. In time he learned not to do it, but I could see that being a problem.

The engine was also lacking, but I'm comparing to an R/T. Gas mileage wasn't very good either but I was doing some mountain driving and not completely sure they had the tank filled all the way up.

The stereo, controls, and tech is definitely outdated and no where close to the 2014 Durango.

We didn't even check out the 3rd row seats because before we unloaded our stuff, we had already ruled it out so I can't speak much to the space inside but it did seem a little bigger than the Durango.

If I could change one thing about the Durango it would be have movable second row seats, which the Acadia had. The Acura MDX and Infiniti JX have great designs for movable second row seats too. I'm 6'1" so legroom in the second row is a concern, but 99% of the time our small children will be there so the Durango will work.

Rob
 
#688 ·
I'd love to hear the 2014's are on the line now. From what I think I read on here somewhere is that it really takes a matter of hours to get through the actual assembly process. I'm guessing maybe a little longer for the first batch? Amazing, JNAP, if that is accurate.

I was just thinking... I didn't see any kind of options for basic stuff like floor mats and mud guards. Do we miss out on these? Are these dealer installed options?

I guess I need to start supporting this wonderful site. I'm thinking Level 3... I can't imagine caring about what's on a build sheet and I haven't been able to find an example to make that determination. Maybe I'll just do the level 3 - 4 upgrade if necessary. I need to get my info to Milous!

Oh and dodgermspt... congrats???
 
#693 ·
...and we're back on the fence...

My wife sees the positives in the Durango, I think she likes the Acadia a bit more (7th seat, sun roof, felt instantly comfy). We drove and looked at both tonight. I have a harder time finding positives in the Acadia, but I think that's partly because I've been Durango focused since we first drove it. The first look at the Acadia two weeks ago was more to see what the options were after we first drove the Durango and moved off getting another van.

I think part of it for her is...the Acadia feels closer to the van in how it feels. The Durango more like the truck and she's just not used to the difference in feel.

Working with our local Dodge dealers has been a souring experience for sure. We've hit a dead end there I believe. They're at straight affiliate price.

The group buy pricing helps as its aggressive. The Acadia is competitive on price because its a 2013 and we get both the current incentive plus another chunk from my affiliate status.

The saga continues....
 
#694 ·
...and we're back on the fence...

My wife sees the positives in the Durango, I think she likes the Acadia a bit more (7th seat, sun roof, felt instantly comfy). We drove and looked at both tonight. I have a harder time finding positives in the Acadia, but I think that's partly because I've been Durango focused since we first drove it. The first look at the Acadia two weeks ago was more to see what the options were after we first drove the Durango and moved off getting another van.

I think part of it for her is...the Acadia feels closer to the van in how it feels. The Durango more like the truck and she's just not used to the difference in feel.

Working with our local Dodge dealers has been a souring experience for sure. We've hit a dead end there I believe. They're at straight affiliate price.

The group buy pricing helps as its aggressive. The Acadia is competitive on price because its a 2013 and we get both the current incentive plus another chunk from my affiliate status.

The saga continues....
I am not a fan of the Acadia, Traverse, Enclave Platform. They really didn't design a good strong platform so they get really loose after a few years. The drive trains have also had poor reliability overall. Go find a 2010 with a few miles and drive it then do the same with a Durango and you will see my issue with them.... That and the fuel mileage is terrible in the Acadia compared to a 2014 Jeep grand cherokee with the pentastar ( I expect similar ratings in the Durango).

Feel free to ask if you wish me to elaborate.
 
#696 ·
Yeah baby, that's what I like to see. Yesterday seemed a little anti-climatic. I wanted fanfare with trumpets and cherubs and cnn coverage. Go JNAP boys and when you see a sandstone one give it a little TLC.
 
#704 ·
Quick question...I don't recall seeing this in the specs PDF...

Does the 2014 still have the little mini-flashlight that fits into the left hand side of the cargo area?
 
#720 · (Edited)
I predict my truck will start production Saturday. Being antsy and curious I studied the MOTS delivered entries for Grand Cherokees in my area. Most of them took 2 weeks to get from the factory to the bay area dealers. What I can't tell is how long it takes from production start to being loaded on the train, guessing a couple of days. As of now, I have 18 days until the estimated delivery date. Kinda fun looking at all the rail stops and I even pulled up a rail line map to see it's entire route across the states.

Wonder if rail dust is worse in the summer or winter. I'm guessing in summer it would wash or blow off rather easy but if it had a rainy rail ride the dust would stick and bleed into the paint needing a clay bar job.
 
#721 · (Edited)
Hello all...

Been checking this page once a week or so... finally registered.

Got my VON/VIN today.

2014 Durango R/T AWD
Tow Group
8.4 U-Connect with Nav
Billet Silver Metallic

My brother works for a sister dealership so they ordered without a deposit. Talked to the GM on the 15th, he ordered the 18th and got my tracking today, the 22nd.

Any pics of the Billet Silver R/T would be greatly appreciated. Even a SXT with Rallye would work.
 
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#728 ·
Pretty sure Immo deleted his post here where he thought the delivery dates would be delayed by a hunch. Come on man, suck it up and stick by your conviction, right or wrong it's fun to put it out there. I post a bunch a of stupid stuff, just my thoughts for the moment.
 
#729 · (Edited)
You are right... I did... And yes I still think (only a hunch) they will be delayed by a week, maybe two. And I'm never wrong, I thought I was wrong once but I was only mistaken... ( And yes That is a lame attempt at humor/play on words)
 
#739 ·
I opted out of the DVD option.

I figure for $1995 I could buy 4 iPads or 6 iPad minis. One for each person in the back and you could use them anywhere, not just in the Durango.
 
#742 ·
My dealer wasn't able to order the Blu-ray option. It said that is was not yet available. Anyone have the same issue? I thought it was available at launch?

Also, what's the anticipated time from order to delivery at this point?
 
#751 ·
I noticed that the safety/security/convenience group isn't listed as an option for the R/T.
Safety, Security and Convenience Group — Includes cargo cover and net, rain-sensitive wipers, power tilt/telescoping steering wheel, Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection, auto high beam headlamps and low beam HID auto-leveling headlamps (Limited)

For the Limited:
AWC Safety/Security & Convenience Group ($1195 / $1064)
The R/T includes the HID headlamps and per post #1 power tilt/tele steering column (though '14 spec sheet differs), so is pricing the same and is there some reason SSCG isn't listed as an option?
 
#752 ·
I noticed that the safety/security/convenience group isn't listed as an option for the R/T.

The R/T includes the HID headlamps and per post #1 power tilt/tele steering column (though '14 spec sheet differs), so is pricing the same and is there some reason SSCG isn't listed as an option?
You need to get the tech package and the Nappa Leather group to get those options.
 
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