Overview & Reviews
The 2009 Dodge Journey is an all-new midsize crossover SUV derived from the Avenger sedan and capable of seating up to seven passengers.
- Minivan-like interior conveniences, plenty of advanced entertainment and communications options, quiet highway ride.
- Some down-market interior trim, lackluster driving dynamics.
User Reviews:
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First SUV for Grandpa - 2009 Dodge Journey
By James - October 28 - 2:43 amI am a Dodge die hard, bought the Journey after deciding that my 93 Dakota 4wd was out dated. Needed to keep a tow vehicle though as I have a small boat. Replacement vehicle needed to have decent towing capacity and all the latest safety features. So far this vehicle has proven to be very decent, good ride, extremely quiet, great interior storage. Like the radio controls on the steering wheel, very handy. V-6 very responsive, same HP as Dakota 318 v-8, this puppy will scoot when ask to, 6 speed trans works well. No towing info yet as hitch and wiring harness back ordered at dealership. I special order this vehicle and towing components should have been installed at factory, not the dealer.
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So far so good! - 2009 Dodge Journey
By Mr.Met - September 27 - 7:20 amWe have owned it for about 2 weeks and really like it. Did a lot of research and for the price you cant beat the features or styling. It rides great, love the interior with the performance and safe and sound package.
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Great choice for us - 2009 Dodge Journey
By seveninavan - August 30 - 6:36 pmOverall, I have been very happy with my decision to purchase the Journey. I traded in a Dodge Grand Caravan and initially planned to get another one, then I saw that the Journey held seven passengers---a must for us since we have five kids. Except for one small trim issue, everything works well. I mainly drive to work, soccer games, and boy scout camping trips. Got the SXT with roof rack and Sirius out the door for $19,600 and 0% financing--- about $12,000 less than the Ford Taurus X. So far, Ive been quite pleased. Morning carpools are easy, and when I need to haul stuff it is great to have the ability to stow the seats flat so quickly. I love it!
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Excellent for a young family! - 2009 Dodge Journey
By Yellow Cube - July 23 - 5:33 amI bought this crossover to replace my good ol Plymouth Neon. I was looking for a Patriot, loved it in the test drive but waited a few weeks... and bam! The Journey went out! I just couldnt thank myself for waiting. For about $5,000 (Canadian) less, I could have about everything a Patriot Limited Edition could offer me (except for the leather finish, which I didnt want anyway). I was happy for being able to buy my familly a new vehicule, but with the Journey, I managed to get options I would never think of at this price with the SE Plus and the Family Pack options. I am very pleased with it and even made a lot of noise when going to friends a family with this beautiful beast.
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Great Salespersons Vehicle - 2009 Dodge Journey
By Randy - July 3 - 6:26 amI live in my car. I love all the cubbyholes. I store my brochures & samples in the in-floor storage compartments. It keeps items safe & dry. There is plenty of room to take customers out to lunch. I have almost 14,000 miles on my Journey, and it has given me nothing but pleasure. My company pays for my gas so I am not always easy on the peddle. Surprising I have been averaging almost 22 MPG since the day I bought it. The only maintenance has been 2 oil changes and a tire rotation. I like the new automatic oil change indicator. It actually monitors my driving habits and the environment I drive in. My first oil change was at 5,111 miles and my 2nd at 11,008 miles. GREAT CAR!!
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So far so good - 2009 Dodge Journey
By phil - June 18 - 2:56 pmIt drives really well, even though we took it in because the transmission cant always make up its mind what gear to be in on a slight upgrade. So far major disappointment with the gas mileage,only getting about 25 MPG on the highway not the 35 MPG its supposed to get. We asked about it at the dealership and were told the vehicle isnt broken in until its got 15,000 kilometers, which seems like an awful long time to brake in an engine. We got the journey because of its (rated) good gas mileage, so we are keeping our fingers crossed hoping it will improve in the next few months. After reading some of the other reviews we consider ourselves lucky.
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Love this vehicle - 2009 Dodge Journey
By Joeslo - June 14 - 4:03 amI love this vehicle. I took it on a weekend trip last weekend and it performed flawless. I was a little worried about the 4 cyl. but it had all the power I needed. The seating was very comfortable. The radio was the best I ever had. The milage was a little disapointing ( 21 mpg ). But I was climbing some steep hills.
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Im pleased - 2009 Dodge Journey
By Tom - June 1 - 12:53 pmOnly local trips, great ride & handling. Like radio controls on back of steering wheel & great sound system. Gotta love all the storage space. Averaging 18+ mpg around town. Taking road trip soon, looking forward to see what mpg will be.
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Ticking noise - 2009 Dodge Journey
By Nice car but....... - January 7 - 1:06 pmMe and my wife love the looks of this suv; But now we wonder if we got our selfs a lemon! A week after we got my wife noticed a ticking sound coming from the engine.It sound like a valve out of adjustment. I called the dealer and theyve been nice about it , they are willing to do what ever it take . So no complaint about service!! They started with the oil , but the ticking came back!! Now the car will go in for service. Other than that this car is good in all aspects!
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Journey review at 3800 miles - 2009 Dodge Journey
By dutch - December 2 - 11:20 pmWas reluctant to buy Journey but was replacing a van and liked the style. So far is a great car. Avg mpg has been 24.5 with a low of 21.3 and high of 26.1. Ride is comfortable, quiet and steady. Just finished 1500 mile trip and loved driving the car. So far everything works including tire monitor which came on when I picked up a nail
