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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  DODGE DURANGO - 2001 Dodge Durango
  By MICHAEL P SWEENEY - July 10 - 2:00 am

  THIS TRUCK DRIVES LIKE A CAR IT EVEN TURS BETTER THEN A CAR I NEVER REALLY PAID MUCH ATTENTION TO THESE SUVS TILL I TEST DROVE ONE I TOOK HOME THE SAME ONE I DROVE 2 HOUR LATER. P.S THE POWER IS GREAT FEELS LIKE A 4X4 MUSTANG

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  dodge durang - 2001 Dodge Durango
  By ig0tp00pies - May 24 - 2:00 am

  the dodge durango is quit fast....it beats all other SUV competition, its realy fun to drive and you can pass a car up pretty fast for the top speed is a whopping 132 mph!

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  Looking for a new truck - 2001 Dodge Durango
  By efd326 - April 27 - 2:00 am

  want in pick-up. good at towing under 4000 ilbs. dodge needs full size suv. brakes loose in rain. ABS is poor.

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  durangogo - 2001 Dodge Durango
  By heatu - April 7 - 2:00 am

  very nice car just a little tippy in hard turns or hard braking

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  Truck Guts with Beauty - 2001 Dodge Durango
  By AlphaDog - April 1 - 2:00 am

  If you dont want to buy one, dont test drive one - once you hear the guttural growl of the V-8 and feel this trucks ability to get you off the line, youre hooked. The retro, aggressive body style adds to the primal draw. But, this is definitely a truck. If you want the smooth and quiet ride of a land yacht, youll be disappointed. Less aggressive tires can help to smooth the ride of this beast, but its not domesticated. Nevertheless, if you want a go- anywhere, pull-anything workhorse with some family-friendly appointments, like a third row, leather interior and space to move around, this is it.

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  Durango - 2001 Dodge Durango
  By karona - March 19 - 2:00 am

  Not happy with the finish out of interior pieces. Lots of little plastic pieces broken easily and back storage hatch totally disintegrated

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  Serves purpose well - 2001 Dodge Durango
  By vt_mom_of_4 - March 9 - 2:00 am

  We are not mini van folks so the Durango was an obvious choice for us having our third daughter on the way. The gas milage is about average however, it does great on long trips.

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  Our Durango did us fine - 2001 Dodge Durango
  By wilsonclan4 - March 8 - 2:00 am

  We purchased the Durango because of its size and 7 passenger seating. We have the SLT AWD with 4.7. over 60000 miles and the vehicle has only been to the dealer for repair once to replace the AC under warrenty. The truck still looks new, the interior held up great, and it still looks great today. Power from the 4.7 was good and the sound coming from the exhaust is sweet. Are only complaints surround the AC and Brakes. The AC does have trouble cooling in really high temperatures and the anti-lock brakes are not very comforting when engaging, but upgrades pads and rotors fixed some of the problem.

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  The Last of Real V-8s - 2001 Dodge Durango
  By bc_iii - March 3 - 2:00 am

  This is a real SUV, not a "High Wagon" or "car based" unibody pretender. It has a real metal truck frame, a 5.9 Liter 360 cubic inch V8 not a 4.x or 3.x Liter. (Those CIDs belong in V6s for you youngsters that dont know any better.) The Durango rides smoothly, but lets you know if you hit a bump. It sucks down the gas like its goin out of style. A perfect American SUV to drive out in CA or NY just to tick off the tree huggers. The Infinity sound system needed no aftermarket upgrades, and the fit and finish of the vehicle (built in NJ) was comprable to the imports.

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  2001 Durango Review - 2001 Dodge Durango
  By MarkN - March 2 - 2:00 am

  Excellent choice for a mid-size SUV. 3 Sets of seats extremely beneficial especially the fact that both sets of rear seats lay down flat when the space is needed and the seats are not. 4.7 litre V8 is extemely potent. I tow a 19 boat and it does a great job. I own the 2 WD version (I live in the south no need for the added weight, suspension, etc.) so the ride is really plush for an SUV. Additionally, I get over 20 MPG on the highway. 3rd SUV Ive owned in 8 years (2 Jeeps and now the Durango) and it was one of my favorites. If youre considering it, Id highly recommend it.