Among SUVs, the Dodge Durango is known for power, performance, comfort, and outstanding safety ratings. Whether you're looking to do some off-roading in the Farmingdale, Monroe Township, and Asbury Park areas, take the kids to soccer or hockey practice, or just head to the grocery store or take a family vacation, you'll want a vehicle that's not only going to provide great amenities, but will keep you safe as well.
When it comes to best-in-class safety, the new Durango delivers in a big way. Read about the full range of 2017 Dodge Durango safety features, how they can keep you safe, and where you can schedule a test drive today!
2017 Dodge Durango Safety Features Basics
Like just about every other vehicle on the market today, the 2017 Dodge Durango's safety features are split up among a range of different trim levels and options packages. The basic trim levels for the Durango are the base SXT, GT, Citadel, and R/T. Naturally, going with the top level and all options provides the best range of features, but even the entry level package is solid.
Basic standard safety features include the ones you'd expect: antilock brakes, traction control, and airbags for the front, front side, side curtain and driver's knee areas. In addition, the base level Durango has the option for a rearview camera and rear parking sensors (which are standard on every level above the base).
Stepping It Up
When you step up to higher trim levels, you get a range of additional possible features. These include auto-dim mirrors, driver memory settings, and an 8.4-inch touchscreen interface that comes with theft tracking and Emergency Roadside Assistance.
Other features include a navigation system, upgraded steering and suspension, Adaptive Cruise Control, Forward Collision Monitoring and Mitigation, Lane Departure Warning, automatic braking, Lane Keep Assist, Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross-Traffic Alerts, and more. Many of these are available in packages like the Technology Group for the Citadel or the Safety/Security and Convenience Group, but may also be available as individual add-ons.
Crash Test Safety Ratings
When it comes to government and independent safety and crash test ratings, the Durango delivers. Government crash ratings award the new Durango a 4-Star Overall Safety Rating, with five stars on its side-impact ratings. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave the vehicle its top score of Good in front impact, side impact, roof, and head restraint testing.
Independent website reviewer Edmunds.com gave the Durango a brake test, which saw the vehicle come to a stop in 124 feet for rear-wheel drive and in 125 feet for all-wheel drive, scores that are well in line with other vehicles in its class.
There's no doubt that drivers in the Monroe Township, Asbury Park, Farmingdale, and Freehold areas are going to love the security offered by the new 2017 Dodge Durango safety features. If you'd like more information or to test drive one of these great SUVs today, stop into Freehold Dodge and check out our full range of Durango vehicles in a range of trim levels and options packages!