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Dodge Journey facelift 2010 2.4 (173 Hp) Automatic
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Dodge Journey:
The Dodge Journey is a mid-size crossover SUV manufactured and marketed by Fiat Chrysler Automobiles' Dodge brand for model years 2009 to 2020 over a single generation, with a facelift for the 2011 model year. The Journey was styled by Ryan Nagode, and was marketed globally in both left- and right-hand drive, including as the Fiat Freemont.
Internally identified as the JC49, the Journey shares FCA's global D-segment platform with the Dodge Avenger and a nearly identical wheelbase to the outgoing short-wheelbase Dodge Caravan....(Read more on Wikipedia)
facelift 2010 Overview:
Dodge Journey (facelift 2010). With 225 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1735 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A crossover utility vehicle that blends features of SUVs and passenger cars. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.4 (173 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 2.4L engine with 173 Hp provides adequate power for city driving but can feel underpowered and strained when fully loaded or during highway merging and passing maneuvers.
Fuel Economy
Its combined fuel consumption of 11.2 l/100 km is only marginally better than the more powerful V6, making it a less compelling choice for efficiency given its performance limitations.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and versatile interior with 5-7 seat options
- • Comfortable ride quality suitable for long journeys
- • Powerful 3.6L Pentastar V6 engine option
- • Competitive pricing for its segment
- • Improved interior quality with the facelift
Cons:
- • Base 2.4L engine can feel underpowered for the vehicle's size
- • Fuel economy, especially for the 2.4L, isn't class-leading
- • Some reliability concerns reported for certain components
- • Outdated automatic transmission on the 2.4L model
- • Exterior design remained largely unchanged from pre-facelift
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Journey: 2009 - 2010).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dodge |
| Model: | Journey |
| Generation: | facelift 2010 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.4 (173 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2010 |
| End of production: | 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | CUV |
| Seats: | 5-7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 173 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 73.3 Hp/l [1mm less] |
| Torque: | 225 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | ED3 More details about the engine ED3 |
| Engine displacement: | 2360 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, VVT |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.26 l |
| Coolant: | 7.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 88 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 97 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 6500 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (EPA): | 12.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (EPA): | 9.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (EPA): | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10 kg/Hp, 99.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.7 kg/Nm, 129.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1735 |
| Max. weight: | 2270-2381 |
| Max load: | 535-646 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1915 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 300 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 450 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 77.6 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4887 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Width: | 1834 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Height: | 1692 mm mm [73mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2890 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2127 mm |
| Front track: | 1570 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1582 mm |
| Front overhang: | 989 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1008 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.7 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 330x28 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 328x12 mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 225/65 R17; 225/55 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 17; 7J x 19 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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