2022 Dodge Durango GT Plus

The 2022 Durango is a three-row SUV that blends family practicality with Dodge's muscle-car attitude, a rare combination in its class. It squares off against the Ford Explorer, Chevrolet Traverse, and Jeep Grand Cherokee L, but none offer a V8 with this much character. The Durango drives with a solid, planted feel, and the V8 models accelerate with a satisfying rumble that makes every trip a little more fun. The ride is smooth and composed on the highway, though the sport-tuned suspension on performance trims is firmer than some rivals. Inside, the Durango offers generous legroom, a roomy third row, and plenty of cargo space behind the second row, plus many USB ports and cupholders. The GT Plus adds heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and a power liftgate to the GT's sporty look, making it the V6 Durango with the most daily comfort. Its 3.6L V6 makes 295 horsepower and pairs with an automatic transmission driving the rear wheels, which is smooth and responsive for daily driving but not the punchy V8 you get in the R/T or SRT 392. The GT Plus comes standard with 20-inch wheels and a sport-tuned suspension that keeps body roll in check, though the ride is firmer than the Citadel's setup.