(Posted on May 24, 2021 at 08:44PM by Darby Riales)
If you are searching for a family-friendly SUV on a budget, then you need to take a peek at a used 2018 Dodge Journey. Affordable and loaded with features that you will love, this seven-seater can be found with one of two engines.
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Available in four trim levels, the standard powertrain on every model except the GT is a 2.4-litre 4-cylinder. Mated with a 4-speed automatic transmission and FWD, it pushes out 173 hp and 166 lb-ft of torque. You can expect a very good fuel economy of around 12.4 L/100 km (19 mpg) in the city and 9.4 L/100 km (25 mpg) on the highway. The maximum towing limit is capped at 453 kg (1,000 lbs).
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If you prefer something with a bit more “oomphâ€, then you can look for one that is fitted with the 3.6-litre V6. Using a 6-speed automatic and the same drivetrain, it delivers 283 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque. As for efficiency, it gets 14.7 L/100 km (16 mpg) in the city and 9.8 L/100 km (24 mpg) on the highway. It can also haul up to 1,133 kg (2,500 lbs).
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