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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Brakes are crappy - 2009 Dodge Journey
By Gordon - December 13 - 1:46 pmyear and a half in and Ive already had to replace the pads and rotors...absolutely not acceptable but the warranty doesnt cover it. Do not purchase this vehicle as it will cost you way more in the long run than a well built import...sorry to say it but its true
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Journey Review Part 2 - 2009 Dodge Journey
By Vince&Sara - October 29 - 6:50 amAs promised we were going to write another review of our Journey when we came back from our road trip. We went on a 8700 km (5400 mile) 10 state trip. We came back about 2 weeks ago . Our Journey now has over 17,000 km(11,00 miles on it.) To date we have had no problems with it! Everything is working great. Sorry to hear others are having problems with yours. Gas mileage was better than we expected, the seats were great, the a/c kept up to 106 degree Las Vegas temps, even with the 2.4 L it easily cruised the interstates at 70-75-80 mph. Only the steep hills of Colorado made the 4 cyl work really hard. We had already knew the 4 cyl version was a little underpowered though, so we expected it.
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Should have asked a driver part 2 - 2009 Dodge Journey
By Acajin - September 15 - 9:00 pmMy original review was on Jan2/09. To date this has been a good vehicle. It performed great during our northern winters and now has 14,000Km on it. The only problems so far (besides my original review) is the panic alarm has gone off a few times when I use the key fob to unlock the doors. You need to manualy use the key to enter the vehicle and start the car to turn the alarm off. Very annoying for the neighbors at 4:30 am. This is a fun vehicle to drive and is very quiet. No defects other than what I have mentioned. Reliability is excellent. Im getting ready to leave on a 5000Km trip. Gas mileage could be better, the best I got was 8.9L/100km on highway (with the air conditioning off).
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Great Car for the Price - 2009 Dodge Journey
By Acerx1 - August 11 - 7:46 pmProbably one of the quietest cars in its class. Stunning with the 19 in chrome wheels. More storage than I could ever use. I love the green LED floor board lights, handy if you drop something. A fun car to drive...love that Auto Stick...Im used to rowing my own gears. Cool the way the middle seats pop up and forward out of the way. The wide opening door are great getting grandma in and out but you must watch the kids opening them to far in tight parking lots. Overall I love this car. Waiting for the Chrysler version.
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Too soon to tell ?? - 2009 Dodge Journey
By ggk86 - August 7 - 9:23 pmI was put off at first by the very plastic interior. We added leather seats to the mid line and it seems to help it not look so cheap. I tried not to judge gas mileage too low because it was my choice not to buy a compact car. But some bad news, it has been in the shop twice now. Once for a back seat that would not slide forward and today for a brake light that will not go out. The seat could have happen while they were putting on leather but ...
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gps - 2009 Dodge Journey
By bob - June 3 - 3:33 pmNice fun to drive, how ever the gps need work. $2200. For the mygig is a little high, I have a 250.00 handheld garmin that dose more and is easier to use, plue it lock out some of the functions when your moving.
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Great Family Car with Room to Grow - 2009 Dodge Journey
By RT - May 24 - 9:20 amI love my Journey! This is our first crossover, moving up from a 4 dr car that just didnt have enough space with two car seats. I have 1500 miles on the odometer and average 22-23 mpg hwy, 19 city. Note that I accelerate slowly (dont get the RPM up to 3000 very often), coast when possible, use cruise, etc, to maximize fuel economy. If you like to rev it, dont expect to get great gas mileage. My 62" hubby and I (55") are both comfortable riding in this vehicle for extended periods. With the front seat pushed all the way back, there is still ample room for a toddler seat in the back. As for the blind spot, check your mirrors, turn and look, recheck mirrors, and its not an issue.
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Theres a reason there was only 1 left! - 2009 Dodge Journey
By mopar - March 25 - 3:00 pmGood grief! My Canadian SE PLUS edition is a piece of junk! I was looking at Journeys and my dealer only had 1 journey left CC91601 to be exact and I know why its a piece of junk. First my doors paint peels off due to mosture. Brillant Black fades easy and Ive been fighting Chrysler about my noise when turning left.
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Too many problems in such little time - 2009 Dodge Journey
By Keri - March 14 - 7:16 pmI purchased my Journey SXT in May and have had it in the shop three times. The first time was for a noise the car made when turning left. I got the car out of the shop and a hour later something went wrong with the transmission and I had to take it back. I then got the car back and noticed while driving home the car made a loud grinding noise when accelerating and then took it back the next day. It has been 3 days since I have received my car back and it is know making a loud popping noise every couple of miles. I would not recommend this car to anyone.
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brake problem - 2009 Dodge Journey
By Eric - February 4 - 1:36 ami have my journey since april 2008. at 18000 a need to change front brake and rotar. at 38000, i need the change the rear brake and rotar. and now, at 42000 the front brake and rotar and too use again. im sorry im french. my english is not very good but, i want to say its not normal than i have to change two time the front brake and rotar and chrysler dont want to pay for second time. it is normal to change front brake and rotar 2 times at 42000 KM ?i dont think so. i love my car but if dodge have big trouble with 19" tires vs break and retors, i dont want to pay 500 $ for that.
