Dodge Journey (08-10) - Review

Review by Simon Harris on
Last Updated: 08 December 2008
Dodge is promising families a best-of-all-worlds compromise with the Journey, a 'crossover' estate that blends seating for seven, the interior space and versatility of a people carrier and the fuel efficiency of a hatchback. The list price is lower than similar cars like the Ford S-MAX and Renault Grand Scenic plus the Journey is better equipped. Typical Dodge 'attitude' styling gives the car a bold appearance and the interior is practical and family-friendly. Unfortunately quality and refinement are lacking while the ride is spongy, taking the edge off comfort.
3 out of 5

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Safety

The Journey doesn't have a Euro NCAP rating but it comes with an electronic stability system, brake assist and all-speed traction control. All models boast electronic roll mitigation, front seat-mounted side airbags and supplementary side-curtain airbags to protect all three rows of seats. There's also Trailer Sway Control which detects if a caravan or trailer is snaking and controls the brake force to help counteract the sway.

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4 out of 5

Reliability

Both versions of the Journey make use of well-tried components that have a good record of reliability, with few problems reported.

Car check problem points

Body

No problems reported.

Engine/Gearbox

No problems reported.

Other

No problems reported.