2017 Dodge Journey Crossroad

The Journey is Dodge's mid-size crossover, the one you cross-shop with the Ford Explorer and Toyota Highlander when you need three rows on a budget. It drives smooth and feels safe, with a ride that soaks up bumps well enough for family duty. Inside, the Journey is roomy with a big touchscreen, dual-zone climate control, and handy hidden storage under the middle-row floor. Some owners mention minor electronic glitches, like Bluetooth dropping or the rear hatch sitting low, but the engine and transmission hold up well. The Crossroad skips the GT's sporty suspension and larger wheels, but gives you blacked-out trim and a lower price with the same 3.6L V6. With 283 horsepower from the 3.6L V6 and a four-speed automatic, the Crossroad moves with authority and still manages 19 mpg combined. The rugged-looking Crossroad package is mostly cosmetic, so expect the same soft ride and sensible cabin as the SXT.