2015 Dodge Durango R/T

The Durango is Dodge's three-row SUV, sized between the compact and full-size classes, and it competes with the Ford Explorer and Toyota Highlander. It drives with a solid, truck-like feel that some owners enjoy for its confidence, though it's not as car-like as some rivals. The cabin is roomy and comfortable, with three rows that seat seven, and the third row folds down to open up a large cargo area. Reliability is generally good, but a few owners have reported transmission issues and occasional electronic glitches. The R/T swaps the Citadel's luxury and chrome for the 5.7L V8 and a sportier suspension, and it costs less than a loaded Limited. Its 360 horsepower and 390 lb-ft of torque come through a eight-speed automatic with a deep, rumbling exhaust note that makes every merge feel like an event. The R/T's standard sport-tuned suspension firms things up noticeably, so you'll feel expansion joints more than you would in the SXT.