If you’re in the market for a high-performance, SUV, look no further than the 2018 Dodge Durango SRT. It’s built for speed, naming itself “America’s fastest 1/4 mile three-row SUV.” With its SRT (street and racing technology) features, it’s no wonder the vehicle can go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in 4.4 seconds. In addition to its powerful engine, the Durango SRT also offers plenty of passenger space, heavy-duty towing capacity, and advanced safety features.
Powertrain
Perhaps the most attractive feature of the 2018 Durango SRT is its beefy 6.4-liter V8 HEMI engine. This specially engineered behemoth delivers 475 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque. It comes standard with an eight-speed automatic transmission with manual mode available on the steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters or the shift lever. Four-wheel drive is also standard on all Durango SRTs. All this power makes for an exciting ride, with quick acceleration and a throaty, muscle-car sound. There are seven driving modes to choose from Street, Sport, Track, Snow, Tow, Valet, and Eco, so you can find the setting you need for best performance in almost any situation.
Capacity
The 2018 Dodge Durango SRT offers a best-in-class towing capacity of up to 8,700 pounds. Its sturdy, unibody platform combined with its long wheelbase and souped-up engine make it capable of towing any toys you and your family could need for camping, boating, or off-roading adventures. Choose Tow Mode to reduce fuel use in light-load situations without sacrificing acceleration speed. This setting changes the transmission calibration and shuts down half the engine’s cylinders.
Interior
There’s comfortable seating for six in the three-row Durango SRT. Leather seats, second-row captain’s chairs, and a folding third row are standard, and there are SRT touches throughout the cabin. Also standard is eight-way adjustable automatic seats with four-way lumbar support for the driver and front passenger. Heated front-row and second-row seats and ventilated front seats are the ultimate in comfort. The third row offers plenty of head- and legroom for adults and its headrests fold down remotely when the third row is empty.
Safety
The 2018 Dodge Durango SRT comes standard with four-wheel traction control, hill-start assist, front and rear parking sensors, a backup camera, and electronic stability control. It also features a full array of air bags throughout the cabin and second-row LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) anchors. Available options include lane departure warning and lane keeping assist, rear cross traffic alert, forward collision warning, and adaptive cruise control.
The 2018 Dodge Durango SRT is a vehicle for those who love horsepower. Its performance and capability aren’t matched by a minivan or car, as this SUV delivers refined muscle-car power in a family-friendly package. With its roomy interior, towing capacity, and active safety features, it checks all the boxes on your “bad dad” shopping list. Stop by your local dealership today for a test drive, and you’ll never think about hauling the groceries and kids the same way again.
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