2011 Dodge Journey

2011 Dodge Journey Review
Dodge, a name that is familiar in the ears of American car enthusiasts. Dodge Challenger muscle car, Dodge Charger, or Dodge Ram Charger SUV is the name that became legend

Why do we call it a crossover? Because if viewed from ground clearance (183 mm), it is too high for an MPV, but also still relatively low for an SUV. Chrysler themselves prefer to call it a crossover utility vehicle. The design is loaded with firm strokes that give the impression of manly, like an American car. In addition, the Dodge Journey. also has been awarded the Top Safety Pick Award from Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in the United States.

2011 Dodge Journey,Wrap the skin on the interior feels spacious'll welcome us. However, further more, we will find that the cabin Dodge Journey. quite practical. Call it the rear doors that open nearly 90 degrees wide, easy access to third row, and, it is quite interesting, child booster seat in the second row.

In addition, the compartment for storage of goods are also abundant. Right in front of the front passenger, there is a storage box equipped with cooling-called 'chill zone'. Very handy for storing drinks. Another storage area under the front seat. If observed, the seat there is a puller to lift the seat, where goods can be placed.

Audio devices are also capable. The voice that issued feels right and fun. Head unit equipped with a hard disk to store a collection of songs, and 'Parkview' (typical reverse camera Chrysler). Unfortunately, the laying head unit that is too down will make it difficult for the driver while monitoring the movement backward or pressing the audio button. As compensation, the Dodge Journey. features an audio button on the steering wheel. Dual zone air conditioning are also available. In fact, it seems less appropriate if the only known dual zone, because the air conditioning in the rear can be adjusted by the passengers.

Dodge Journey., 4-cylinder engine comes a 2.4-liter is mated with 4-speed automatic transmission with manual mode. Honestly, this machine is not too impressive, although the power it generates 170 hp with 225 Nm of torque. Acceleration feels a bit slow. This is also evidenced by the time required to reach 100 kpj of silence, which is 13.2 seconds (automatic mode). To get a little frisky, transmission should be shifted into manual mode.

Journey is not light weight, almost two tons, exactly 1805 kg. With 170 hp power, then power to weight ratio's Dodge Journey. around 100 hp / ton. Competitors, for example, the Honda Odyssey has a ratio of 112 hp / ton.

Although the acceleration is not nimble, but try lesatkan this car on the freeway and do a gentle acceleration. Without a speedometer needle was reached 160 kpj. After that, try to maneuver, symptoms of dizziness almost does not feel thanks to 'electronic roll mitigation system,' which prevents 'body roll' excessive. Steering wheel is also quite resposif and accurate.

This indicates that the Dodge Journey. is not the car for acceleration is instantaneous, but must be treated with ease. This is combined with the comfort of the cabin, be a comfortable family car to travel far. As the name implies, Dodge Journey.