Dodge v 2014 Durango Citadel pregled

Trenutek, sem dobil za volanom 2014 Dodge Durango takoj zaljubil. Prijetnem ambientu, veliko pripomočkov, Hemi moči pod pokrovom, in vsa štiri kolesa, ki delajo za mene: kaj več bi prosil za?

Soba za šest ali sedem na krovu in več sposobnosti za ravnanje kot sem pričakoval od vozila, njena velikost, v Durangu resnično naredil vtis. Če k temu dodamo dejstvo, da je bil poskusno top-line Citadel in je bil recept za res zelo dober teden.




Kaj je Dodge Durango?
V Durangu pojavil v ' 98, kot srednje velika SUV in samo z 4WD. Leto kasneje, 2WD modeli so na voljo tudi nov manjši motor. Od takrat, Dodge Durango je videl nekaj več generacij, postavitve motorja, drivetrains in celo Chrysler twin, v Aspen.

Zdaj v svoj tretji zarod, Dodge Durango je zidava vštric Jeep Grand Cherokee in delnice veliko sestavnih delov, vključno z pogonskih in šasijo deli. Za leto 2014, je Durango značilnosti športen zunanji videz kot tudi Chrysler's 8-stopenjski menjalnik.

Dodge v 2014 Durango Citadel cen in očala
Če obstaja ena stvar, ki sem ljubezen o Američani, je, da so nikoli kratko o izbiri in trim ravni. S pet Durango modelov na izbiro dva motorja in dve drivetrains v širok cenovni razred, je Durango je vaš ostrig, tako rekoč.

Glede motorjev, 2014 Dodge Durango ponuja močan 3,6 L Pentastar V6, ki je na voljo samo pri modelih SXT Limited in Citadel. Proizvaja 290 konjskih moči in 260 lb-ft navora in lahko vlečejo do 6.200 lb. Nato je 360-konjskih 5,7 L HEMI V8, na voljo izključno z R/T model in kot opcija na Citadel in omejeno. Je HEMI 390 navori pomeni tudi lahko dve do 7200 lb. Tako so skupaj za 8-stopenjski avtomatski menjalnik.

Let's osredotočiti na moje posebno tester, ki je bil Citadel različica top-of-the-line. Z osnovno ceno $52,594 sedi zelo malo nad osnovno SXT ($39,995). Če k temu dodamo dejstvo, da je moj Durango sported HEMI (2.300$), kot tudi drugo vrstico kapetan stoli, zadnji DVD zabava sistem in tech paket, ki je vključevala vse fancy spredaj-crash opozorila in opozorila lane odhod, izumi in moj končnega ujemajo zadeti več kot $60 k.

To je veliko kovancev, ampak je tudi veliko avtomobila.

Vožnja 2014 Dodge Durango Citadel
Kljub svoj poseben enoprostorec-videz, ta prevoznik, zlasti ljudi ne vozi kot eden sploh. Dejstvo je, njegove odzivnosti je bila skoraj šokantno, kot je bil krmiljenja občutek.

Z veliko snega na tleh in AWD v mojih letih razpolaganje, pa tudi HEMI V8, je zagotovo nekaj zabave, ki se je z Dodge Durango. Medtem ko brezmejen in sposobni z vsemi vleke nadzor sistemov na, prav tako je pišu ko sistemi so omiliti napornih nalog.

Volan je natančen in presenetljivo povezani za vozila te velikosti. Nikoli nisem čutil, kot je vlečenje okoli tri veslali vozila, še posebej ne kdaj dušilne lopute je glasno in pospešek sledila. Moč je močan in menjavanjem prestav so hitri. 8-stopenjski je hiper zavedajo, kjer je treba in nikoli levi išče pravico orodja v. Upam si trditi, da 2014 Dodge Durango Citadel je športno...

Če k temu dodamo štirikolesnih neodvisno vzmetenje, ki obravnava cesti Neenakomernost, kot tudi ovinkih z enako finesse in 2014 Dodge Durango Citadel res je veselje voziti.

Oh, in ne pozabimo zvok HEMI V8 buči, da življenje, ko se pritisk dušilke. Obstaja nekaj za povedati, za American muscle, to gets me vsakič. Kot to grmi, čeprav bo Tamaniti nekaj goriva. Sem v povprečju 16,5 L/100 km, ves teden, ki ni veliko.

Znotraj in zunaj 2014 Dodge Durango Citadel
Če sem bil mlad fant z novo družino brstenja ali z ženo, ki je noseča z dvojčki ali več večkratniki (počutim panika razmišljanje o tem), sem moral glavo naravnost Chrysler razstavni prostor. zakaj? Ker Dodge Durango Citadel ponuja vse moškost bi kdaj želeli od prevoznika, ljudje brez stripping vaše moškosti, ki vas silijo voziti enoprostorec.

V redu, zato nima, drsna stranska vrata, vendar to kot a boatload od notranjega prostora, uber udoben sedežev v vse tri vrstice, na voljo zadnji zabave, da otroci od vožnje you duševno na dolgih potovanjih, in V8. Storiti in storiti.

Kar zadeva zunanji videz go, to je en lep SUV. Velik in debel, Durango je bull-ish vrč z novo LED žarometi in moderno zadnje luči zadaj da je razlikovati pogled na cesti, ki je tudi precej atletske. In notranjost, ki odlikuje pogled še z usnjem Nappa Citadel trim.

Primerjava 2014 Dodge Durango Citadel
Nedavno peljal eden glavnih konkurentov na Durango, Chevrolet Tahoe. Glede na American muscle, je Durango pride ven na vrhu za pogon in uspešnosti. Če je ameriški želite, lahko pogledate tudi na Fordov ekspedicije. 2014 Dodge Durango res toe črte v smislu učinkovitosti in praktičnosti, pa prsti precej dobro.

The moment I got behind the wheel of the 2014 Dodge Durango I immediately fell in love. Comfortable surroundings, plenty of gadgets, Hemi power under the hood, and all four wheels working for me: what more could I ask for?

Room for six or seven on board and more handling abilities than I'd expect from a vehicle its size, the Durango truly did impress. Add to that the fact that I was piloting the top-line Citadel and it was a recipe for a very good week indeed.

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What is a Dodge Durango?
The Durango appeared in '98 as a midsize SUV and only with 4WD. A year later, 2WD models were made available as well as a new smaller engine. Since then, the Dodge Durango has seen a few more generations, engine setups, drivetrains and even a Chrysler twin, the Aspen.

Now in its third generation, the Dodge Durango is built alongside the Jeep Grand Cherokee and shares many components including powertrain and chassis parts. For 2014, the Durango features a sportier exterior look as well as Chrysler's 8-speed transmission.

2014 Dodge Durango Citadel Price and Specs
If there's one thing I love about the Americans, it's that they are never short on choice and trim levels. With five Durango models to choose from as well as two engines and two drivetrains in a wide price range, the Durango is your oyster, so to speak.

In terms of engines, the 2014 Dodge Durango offers up a potent 3.6L Pentastar V6 available only on the SXT, Limited and Citadel models. It produces 290 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque and can tow up to 6,200lb. Then there's the 360-horsepower 5.7L HEMI V8 available exclusively with the R/T model and as an option on the Citadel and Limited. The HEMI's 390 torques also mean it can two up to 7,200lb. Both are coupled to an 8-speed automatic transmission.

Let's focus on my particular tester, which was the top-of-the-line Citadel version. With a base price of $52,594 it sits quite a bit above the base SXT ($39,995). Add to that the fact that my Durango sported the HEMI ($2,300), as well as second-row captain chairs, rear DVD entertainment system, and a tech package that included all the fancy front-crash warning and lane-departure alert gizmos and my final tally hit over $60k.

That's a lot of coin, but it's also a lot of car.

Driving the 2014 Dodge Durango Citadel
Despite its beefed-up minivan-like appearance, this particular people carrier does not drive like one at all. In fact, its responsiveness was almost shocking, as was its steering feel.

With plenty of snow on the ground and AWD at my disposal as well as the HEMI V8, there was definitely some fun to be had with the Dodge Durango. While surefooted and capable with all traction control systems on, it's also a blast when systems are alleviated of their arduous tasks.

Steering is precise and surprisingly connected for a vehicle of this size. I never felt like I was hauling around a three-rowed vehicle, especially not when the throttle was hammered and acceleration ensued. Power is potent and gear changes are swift. The 8-speed is hyper aware of where it needs to be and never left searching for the right gear to be in. I dare say the 2014 Dodge Durango Citadel is sporty...

Add to that the four-wheel independent suspension that handles road unevenness as well as cornering with equal finesse, and the 2014 Dodge Durango Citadel really is a joy to drive.

Oh, and let's not forget the sound of the HEMI V8 roaring to life when throttle pressure is applied. There's something to be said for American muscle, it gets me every time. As it roars though, it will guzzle some fuel. I averaged 16.5L/100km throughout the week, which ain't great.

Inside and Out of the 2014 Dodge Durango Citadel
If I was a young guy with a budding new family or with a wife pregnant with twins or more multiples (I feel panicked thinking about it), I'd head straight to a Chrysler showroom. Why? Because the Dodge Durango Citadel offers all the manliness you'd ever want from a people carrier without stripping your masculinity by forcing you to drive a minivan.

Alright, so it doesn't have sliding side doors, but it as a boatload of interior space, uber comfy seats in all three rows, available rear entertainment to keep the children from driving you mental on long trips, and a V8. Done and done.

As far as exterior looks go, this is one handsome SUV. Big and beefy, the Durango's bull-ish mug with new LED headlights, and modern rear taillights give it a distinguished look on the road that's also rather athletic. And inside that distinguished look continues with the Citadel-trim Nappa leather.

Comparing the 2014 Dodge Durango Citadel
I recently drove one of the Durango's main competitors, the Chevrolet Tahoe. In terms of American muscle, the Durango comes out on top for drive and performance. If it's American you want, you can also look to Ford's Expedition. However, the 2014 Dodge Durango really does toe the line in terms of performance and practicality, and toes it quite well.