2020 Dodge Journey review
Dodge Journey highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Extra versatility provided by a standard three-row seat
- Price-competitive against smaller vehicles
- Some clever features such as built-in booster seats available
Cons
- Lacks many modern safety and convenience features, even in top trims
- Below-average fuel economy
- Disappointing and outdated base engine and transmission
Mileage (EPA estimate)
19 city, 25 highway, 21 combined
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The 2020 Dodge Journey is the final model year for this midsize SUV
Introduced way back in 2009, the 2020 Dodge Journey is the final model year for this midsize three-row SUV. Once available with multiple trims and engine configurations, including a powerful V6 and all-wheel drive, this final edition comes only in two trims, SE Value and Crossroad, both powering only their front wheels with a four-cylinder engine.
The Journey is best suited for those shopping on a tight budget but who need three rows of seating. There are a few clever options, such as an entertainment package that includes built-in booster seats in the second row.
If you choose the Journey, you won’t be getting amenities like Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, and there are no modern driver assist systems available, even forward collision warning. The engine is connected to an old-school four-speed automatic transmission, which saps power and hurts fuel economy.
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What is new for the 2020 Dodge Journey?
- The GT trim has been discontinued for 2020.
- Journey trims have been upgraded with Parking Sensors and Sunroof(s) as standard equipment this year.
- Apple CarPlay features are now available as options on select trims.
2020 Dodge Journey trims
SE:
- 173-hp, 166-lb-ft of torque 2.4L
- Parking Sensors
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Third Row Seat
- Smart Key
- Rear View Camera
- Cloth Seats
- Power Mirrors
- Cruise Control
- View our Dodge Journey SE inventory
Crossroad:
- Includes all features available on the SE
- Sunroofs
- Power Seats
- Leatherette & Cloth
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- Bluetooth Technology
- Satellite Radio Ready
- View our Dodge Journey Crossroad inventory
Dodge Journey photos
5 reasons to buy the 2020 Dodge Journey
What We Like
Clever storage: The Journey has some interesting and clever storage solutions. For example, the passenger front seat cushion flips forward, revealing a hidden storage compartment. In the second row is another hidden compartment under the right passenger’s feet, and the cargo area floor hides yet another storage area. Coupled with the ample door pockets and cupholders throughout the cabin, the Journey can hide more small items than you might think at first glance.
Good sound system: The popular Equipment Group option package includes an 8.4-inch touchscreen that’s bright, clear, easy to use and comes with a powerful audio system that includes a subwoofer. We wish it had modern smartphone integration, but if you can live without that it’s a solid and well-rounded system.
Pop-up booster seats: Available as part of the rear-seat entertainment system, the pop-up boosters are a clever touch normally associated with Volvo. The center section of the seat pops up, giving toddlers a boost using the standard seat belt arrangement. It’s a neat idea, one that we wish other manufacturers had used.
What Needs Improvement
Outdated everything: The Dodge Journey debuted in 2009, and while it was updated in many ways, time and competitors simply passed it by. The driving dynamics are only so-so, the engine and transmission feel like they’re from a bygone era, and it’s not very quiet inside. A case can be made for the Journey based on its price, but we suggest shopping carefully.
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Dodge Journey an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Dodge Journey 19th out of 32 among Midsize SUVs.
RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Dodge Journey is $569, compared to an average of $494 for Midsize SUVs and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
According to RepairPal, Dodge Journey owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 1.1 times per year, compared to an average of 1.0 times for Midsize SUVs and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 14% for the Dodge Journey, compared to an average of 14% for Midsize SUVs and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
Dodge Journey features and specs
Crossroad 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Leatherette & Cloth
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
- Third Row Seat
- Traction Control
- Apple CarPlay
- Bluetooth Technology
- Front Seat Heaters
- Full Roof Rack
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Leather Seats
- Navigation System
- Parking Sensors
- Rear Entertainment System
- Remote Start
- Running Boards
- Sunroof(s)
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.4L
Horsepower
173
Torque (ft-lbs)
166
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
20.5
Wheelbase
113.8"
Overall length
192.4"
Width
72.2"
Height
66.6"
Leg room
F 40.8"/M 36.1"/R 23.4"
Head room
F 39.2"/M 39.2"/R 37.7"
Front tires
P225/55HR19
Rear tires
P225/55HR19
Seating capacity
7
Max towing capacity
100/1000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2020 Dodge Journey FAQ
The 2020 Dodge Journey is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Crossroad: 19 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- SE: 19 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
The Dodge Journey received a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Dodge Journey as 18 out of 32 among Midsize SUV
The 2020 Dodge Journey has received an average 3.6 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2020 Dodge Journey, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2020 Dodge Journey Reviews.
The 2020 Dodge Journey has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2020 Dodge Journey:
- Sunroof(s)
- Parking Sensors
- Apple CarPlay
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