The most prevalent issue by far was the premature brake and rotor wear, with the overall repair cost being around $400, occurring at just below 32,000 miles, and having a total of 353 complaints. The main brake issues with this model of car for the 2009 year refers to premature brake and rotor wear, noisy brakes, calipers locking while using, brakes failing, brake pedal continuing to depressed after being stepped on, bracket hardware missing, ABS lights staying on, brake brackets snapping, and the brakes getting stuck. Other major options, depending on the trim level, include a Chrome Appearance package, sport-tuned suspension and steering, Bluetooth, an iPod adapter, tri-zone climate control, a rear-seat entertainment system and a hard-drive-based navigation and audio system with a back-up camera.The NHTSA had a whopping 739 complaints regarding the electrical system with the 2009 Dodge Journey, while they still had an astronomical 350 complaints for the brakes, and 271 complaints for the seat belts and airbags system in the Dodge Journey. The top-drawer R/T features 19-inch alloy wheels, roof rails, remote start, dual-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery, heated front seats and a leather-wrapped steering wheel with integrated audio controls.ĭodge bundles most of the Journey's optional features into packages, and many of the upper trim levels' features are available as options for the lower trims.
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The midgrade SXT adds 17-inch alloy wheels, automatic headlamps, heated side mirrors, a trip computer, enhanced interior storage, stain-resistant cloth upholstery, a six-way power driver seat, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a 115-volt power outlet and satellite radio.
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The base SE comes with 16-inch steel wheels, keyless entry, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, air-conditioning, full power accessories and a six-speaker stereo with a six-disc CD/MP3 changer. Finally, our consumer reviews show a record of poor reliability in a number of areas. And if you don't need the Journey's optional third row, virtually any two-row crossover SUV on the market will be more pleasant to drive and own. The larger, three-row Ford Flex starts at about the same price as a loaded Journey, and is superior in every way. Among competing crossovers, Toyota's RAV4 offers a third-row seat along with better performance, and the surprisingly enjoyable Kia Rondo is another model to consider. On the one hand, it has interior versatility and technology to spare on the other hand, it's built like a cheap runabout and performs like one, too. Overall, the 2010 Dodge Journey has a split personality. Moreover, all Journeys feature ponderous handling and steering that instills little confidence, even by the workaday standards of this segment. As for performance, the base four-cylinder engine is slow and noisy, and the V6-powered SXT and R/T models aren't particularly swift either. The Journey's cabin materials are no nicer than those of the dismal Dodge Caliber economy car, on which the Journey is based. How does Dodge do it? Simple: It skimps on interior quality and performance. Speaking of pricing, that's another of the Journey's strengths, as the base SE model costs about the same as a bare-bones five-seat family sedan. If what you're after is a versatile interior at a reasonable price, the Journey certainly delivers. Other neat options include MyGIG, Chrysler's hard-drive-based navigation and entertainment system, and a rear-seat entertainment system with a 9-inch screen.
The Journey is also loaded with clever, well-conceived minivan-style conveniences, from the Flip 'n Stow storage compartment under the front passenger seat to the Chill Zone glovebox beverage cooler. Its optional third-row seat sets it apart from two-row crossover SUVs, providing enough room for kids. The Journey's strength is clearly its cabin functionality, where the influence of Chrysler's minivans is unmistakable. After all, a journey is hardly worth taking if you're not going to enjoy the trip. The question is whether buyers will find its interior quality and driving dynamics sufficient relative to the ever-improving competition. The Journey does indeed fill this void in functional terms, offering lots of room for larger families and a number of pleasant convenience and technology features. The 2010 Dodge Journey crossover SUV is effectively a replacement for Chrysler's now defunct short-wheelbase minivans - a family-friendly vehicle that's a bit more maneuverable than the regular Grand Caravan.
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