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Even after a major revamp in 2011, buyers will be excited to learn that the 2012 Dodge Durango still has a few tricks up its sleeve. It continues to evolve with new interior appointments such as 2nd-row captain's chairs, and a new 2nd-row console with storage and cupholders are available. And previous appointments, such as the available leather-wrapped shift knob, are still on the 2012 docket.

Underneath Durango's muscular body, the 5-speed transmission is replaced with the 65RFE 6-speed transmission on V8 models, and over and above, new paint colors add to Durango's allure.

Dealers will enjoy the simplified Durango model lineup for 2012. The exclusion of the Crew LUX model and re-naming of a few others will make selling and ordering this vehicle easier than before.

WHY BUY

• Durango is the ultimate, no-compromise SUV ? the capability of a traditional SUV, with the ride, handling and fuel economy of a modern crossover
• Best-equipped 7-passenger SUV for under $30,000¹
• Unsurpassed highway 4x4 fuel economy
• Best-in-class V6 and V8 towing1 ? 6,200 lb and 7,400 lb
• Powerful V6 and V8 engines ? 290 hp, 260 lb-ft of torque and 360 hp, 390 lb-ft of torque
• Best-in-class driving range V8¹
• Standard seven-passenger seating
• Premium interior with soft-touch surfaces
• Distinctively bold Dodge design
• Ward's "10 Best Engines" in 2011 ? 3.6L Pentastar® V6
• MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Award in 2011
• More cargo capacity, power and towing than Ford Explorer¹

¹Based on Ward's vehicle segmentation. When properly equipped.