Overview & Reviews

Dodge's brute of a midsize '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 with 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.

User Reviews:

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  nice - 2001 Dodge Durango
  By Huh? - February 27 - 2:00 am

  I bought a 01 Durango R/T with the 5.9 and about 44k mi. A few days after I got it. Over drive Components destroyed the tranny. The dealership replaced the Tranny and I havent had any trouble since. There are a few little noises inside the dash that are a bit annoying. But the comfort and perfomance of this R/T largly out-weigh the small problems.

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  65000+ and Still Strong - 2001 Dodge Durango
  By Mimster - February 26 - 2:00 am

  Our 2001 Durango was a Demo and had 6K on it when we purchased it. We have put over 65K on it and it is still running strong. No problems at all! Just wanted all you die-hards to know what you have to look forward to!!

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  Ready and Refined - 2001 Dodge Durango
  By Dappers - January 24 - 2:00 am

  This truck is ideal if you just cant decide if you want a rough and ready off roader or a polite and refined comfort car. The Durango SLT Plus is extremely comfortable with many luxury features such as heated leather seats. Comfortably seats a family of seven. Off road its strong, agile, and easy to drive. If you lift it a few inches and add larger wheels, its a great rock climber. Its quiet, smooth, and easy on the freeway.

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  Great SUV - 2001 Dodge Durango
  By Patrick Kennedy - December 29 - 2:00 am

  I bought this SUV knowing that the MPG where going to be low but its an SUV. I really like how it drives and if you want to take it off road you can. The R/T model is a big plus big engine/more power.

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  The Black Beauty - 2001 Dodge Durango
  By rangoman01 - November 18 - 2:00 am

  Bought my Rango used in 2003 with 71k miles on it. Had its nicks and dents, but engine and transmission still functioned like new. Looked forward to buying it since about July of 2002 and dont regret a thing. Truck has been nothing but good to me. Only problem was the rear speed sensor going at 76k but I knew what the problem was and diagnosed it myself with no problems. $35 dollar part, spent about an hour replacing it. Absolutely love the truck, forget the Exploder (yes I meant what I typed) and the Tahoe, get yourself a Durango

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  Dodge Durango RT - 2001 Dodge Durango
  By kinserdrift - November 7 - 2:00 am

  Truck looks great motor rpms fluctuate at syeady speed dealer never could make stop overall good solid truck great for towing gas milage sucks at least 30% worse than my 98 eddie baur explorer cant wait to try out a 04 w/HEMI

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  A great vehicle. - 2001 Dodge Durango
  By ZR - November 3 - 2:00 am

  This is my second Durango. After leasing a 98 Durango, I was so impressed, when it was time to give it back in 01 I instead sold it to my best friend and nieghbor and bought a new one. Neither my freind or I have had a single issue and are continually impressed with the performance and build quality to this day. Both Durangos are 5.9 SLT Plus.

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  Great Truck - 2001 Dodge Durango
  By otter - October 27 - 2:00 am

  Had zero problems over 27,000 miles in 15 months. Great in Minnesota winters. Towed 6000lb trailers with no problem in the relatively flat midwest. Got rear-ended hard by an F350 dually, skidded off road, and rolled. Not a single straight piece of metal left on the Durango, but driver walked away one bruise, and all doors and hatch still worked. I loved my 2001 Durango, and have replaced it with a 2002.

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  MY DURANGO - 2001 Dodge Durango
  By RONFORQUER - October 21 - 2:00 am

  I HAVE HAD THIS TRUCK FOR ALMOST A YEAR AND MY WHOLE FAMILY HAS ENJOYED IT. IT IS VERY COMFORTABLE INSIDE AND RELIABLE TO DRIVE IN DIFFERENT WEATHER CONDITIONS. THE BIGGEST PROBLE WITH THIS VEHICLE IS THE GAS MILEAGE ON HIGHWAY AND IN THE CITY AS WELL.

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  so so dodge - 2001 Dodge Durango
  By john friddell - October 13 - 2:00 am

  this dodge was not what i thought it would be, resale or trade value is very bad even from the same dealer. a lot of minor problems that the dealer will not take care of