Overview & Reviews

Like its sibling, the Dakota, the Durango gets a new trim level dubbed SXT that serves as the entry-level Durango. Other improvements this year include side-curtain airbags, a five-speed automatic gearbox and an optional DVD video entertainment system.

• Commodious cabin, newly optional side-curtain airbags and DVD video, capable performance on-road and off, aggressive styling.

• Some cheap interior trim, high fuel consumption.

User Reviews:

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  Love that RT - 2002 Dodge Durango
  By Wobe2002 - November 30 - 5:21 am

  Bought it in 2011 w/ 56,000 miles on it, never needed more than regular maintenance on it. Gas mileage leaves a lot to be desired but hey, its a 5.9 L V8, what really do you expect? Inside and out its a real looker w/ great performance. Luxury inside and out. Great safety rating as I can attest to, not much can be said for the Toyota Corolla. Still drive it today as a daily driver w/ absolutely no problems up steep hills in deep snow, also no problems pulling a 33 camper up steep hills. All around great vehicle as many other 4x4s will tell you after being pulled out of the snow.

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  I LOVE it! - 2002 Dodge Durango
  By pennylou99 - January 21 - 7:47 pm

  The gas mileage is horrible. But other than that. I love this truck. I have never had any major issues with it. Normal repairs. If you keep the maintenance up on this, your Dodge will run for a long time! Im right at 140k miles and the engine is solid. I drive kinda crazy and needed something that could handle my lead foot. Im like to be quick on take offs, so this truck has been perfect for me!

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  Love our big black toy - 2002 Dodge Durango
  By shane138821 - April 5 - 11:03 pm

  we bought this durango about 6 months ago. When we purchased her, she had 151,000 miles on her and she ran great. now Just from six months time she still runs perfect and has just rolled over 200,000. this truck has never asked us for anymore the common maintnence and a set of shocks. And even with her age and miles i still wont hesitate to run her the 1,800 miles back to the state of nevada next week. her fuel milage is a bit on the expensive side. but with the raw power and the fact that i can shoot around just about any corner with ease its well worth giving up a few extra bucks in gas.

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  Best of the Best - 2002 Dodge Durango
  By action_nad - February 18 - 11:02 pm

  Have had my Durango for over 4 years now, put over 50,000 miles on it, and to this day with over 148,000 on the odometer, it is still a monster. Never had any major issues outside of what is to be expected. Plenty of get up and go for a land yacht, more than enough room for 7 people or 2 people and some luggage. Perfect for joy riding or road trips. Towed a 26 trailer with no issues, and have never gotten stranded off road or in bad weather. The 360 V8 not only does a great job with working, but playing also. Have embarrassed more than a few ricers at stop lights.

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  Great Vehicle So Far - 2002 Dodge Durango
  By meathead1986 - January 25 - 10:41 am

  Bought the Vehicle with about 120,000 on it and have had it for almost a year now. Fuel consumption is on the low side for an SUV but bearable in the fact that I havent yet gotten stuck in the ND snow that tends to pile up around here. Having a 3rd row helps ALOT with 3 kids and the ride quality is the best ive experience so far in a REAL SUV. It is a little noisy when youre standing outside with it running but inside you can talk normally without yelling while youre cruising down the highway at 75 and Ive only done regular maintenance on mine and its had nothing go wrong to date. only complaint is that with the 3rd row up there isnt much room left for cargo in the back...

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  So far so good - 2002 Dodge Durango
  By jccables - July 14 - 9:37 am

  This vehicle had 125,000 miles on it and thats not a typo. Was a little wary of purchasing a vehicle with this amount of mileage on it but so far its been an amazing vehicle. traded in my girlfriends Nissan 240 sx for this in light of having another child and needing a 3rd row seat. after putting over 5 thousand miles on it it still runs very good. my only complaint is the brakes. They work too well. Im not as confident braking it as i should be because the anti lock works so well that if you push down even slightly too fast youll snap everyones neck with how harsh the stop is. took a lot of getting used to but other than that have no complaints about the vehicle.

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  Damn good SUV - 2002 Dodge Durango
  By NYFREEZE - March 30 - 8:28 pm

  I have to say we bought this SUV and it already had 90,000 on it. Was a little worried about the millage but 2 yrs latter no worries at all. Are Durango currently has 123,000 and drives and looks new. Normal cost to operate tires, oil, mostly preventive maintenance. I live in upstate NY and the winters are very harsh and the 4x4 comes in very Handy. We only put it in 4wd when needed. We have a family of 6 and got sick and tired of the mini van thing and this took its place very admirably. Will never go back. Besides once you drive this in the winter you wont want anything else. Took this SUV everywhere.

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  3rd SUV Ive Owned, and the BEST - 2002 Dodge Durango
  By K-D - February 19 - 6:39 pm

  Bought the SXT in 2005 and am still driving it daily. Love the engine and the look that is distinct vs Explorer, Trailblazer, etc. Great cargo room and perfect for weekend trips. Tows the 18 foot bass boat and trailer with ease. I owned a 1989 Blazer and a 1996 Explorer, and this has been MUCH better than the Blazer ever was, and even better than the Explorer (which was also very very good). In 4.5 years, Ive just had oil changes, brake pads, and tires. Not a single maintenance issue outside of those regular ones. Drinks a lot of fuel, but I knew that going into the deal. I highly recommend this vehicle and will likely buy another Durango (hope they didnt change it too much).

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  Awesome first car - 2002 Dodge Durango
  By AUSTIN - December 22 - 5:44 pm

  I got this as my first car about 2 months ago... I LOVE IT. I got a WELL MAINTAINED one, which explains why it hasnt fallen apart. I live in the hills, yet still get decent gas mileage. It drives like a dream. My friends love it. My dad loves it. Even my mom who hates suvs loves it. I have been camping, off roading, and have taken a road trip already. Its perfect for all of these things.

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  Great SUV - 2002 Dodge Durango
  By SPG - December 8 - 10:00 am

  The Durango is an oustanding vehicle for the money. Great styling, excellent for the New England Weather. Very comfortable. Fuel economy is less then perfect. No problems since purchase. I am very happy with my purchase.