2002 Dodge Durango Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
12 -13 City / 16 -18 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
235 -250
Seats
5 -7
Drivers side profile with drivers side door open.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Alli B
I would recommend it.. It's reliable and even though it's old.. It doesn't require many repairs yet.
I bought it new. I love it. And I wish it had a little more room.
accountCircle Mary G
Nothing important. I just love my car.
No problems gets me were I need to go. No issues. Don't want a car payment. I love owning my car I take care of it and get all maintenance.
accountCircle Ashley H
Best SUV I have ever owned. Comfortable, smooth, though SUV.
The Dodge Durango is a great family SUV. Holds 8 comfortably has a lot of legroom. It's a 4x4. If you want a smooth ride the Durango is perfect.
accountCircle Deborah C
Very roomy - great, easy ride!
My car has over 250,000 miles and I love it! I should get a new car but I love the Durango. It is so spacious- I can haul 8 friends in my car!
accountCircle Glenda H
Dodge Durango SLT 4 Wheel Drive is a very stout sturdy vehicle
My Durango has been very reliable and dependable. It has close to 150,000 miles on it and I have not had any major problems with it. I really love this vehicle!
accountCircle Amanda G
Dependable, sensible SUV great for families.
We have had minimal issues with my Durango in the 6 years we have owned it. Basic repairs due to the age, such as wheel bearings and basic tune ups. It has been safe for my children I can comfortably fit 3 car seats on back seats. But car seats do not fit well on the 3rd row.
accountCircle Katie T
It is really big and convenient
It's really comfortable. It has 3 rows of seats with still enough room in the back for a stroller. It's really reliable even when it had some broken parts and pieces. It is a little bit proxy on the gas through. It doesn't get gas mileage. It has been through a lot of wear and tear and has held up really well.
accountCircle Qua D
Summary of a 2002 Dodge Durango
The car is a excellent car. It is great all year round for different types of weather. The 4 wheel drive works amazingly. There really isn't any major problems and I've had mine since 2002. Runs great if you keep up with the oil changes and everything else. The only problem is that it burns a lot of gas.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Michelle L
It is old, it needs a lot of repairs.
It is pretty broken, it squeaks when you drive. The drivers window is broken, the window falls down. It is super loud. The seats are tore, paint is dull and ugly. It takes a lot of gas.
accountCircle Jodi M
My 2002 Dodge Durango seems like a decent ride.
The style is nice, lots of room. Few problems. Only issue is it's not fuel efficient. I drive a lot for work and kids also. I am not a Dodge person so I don't care for a Durango but it seems to drive good. It does leak oil not sure if that's normal with 2002. I was not the original owner so not sure if it was maintained or not.
accountCircle Cherie B
This particular year is notorious for having several problems.
I love the size of the vehicle, it seats seven comfortably, but has been unreliable and is constantly in the shop. We've had everything to major repairs, like the transmission going out shortly after it was purchased, to window motors going out frequently. If it were regular maintenance I wouldn't complain a all!
accountCircle Caleb H
Cheap, Fast, Reliable, Safe
Runs like a champ with over 300,000 miles. I love the white color. Has a big engine so the car can scoot! Has pretty good torque too. Breaks on it are decent, may need to replace this year. Mileage isn't bad, seems to do alright! Cruises at highway speeds very comfortably. Seems like it would be protective of the driver in case of a crash.
accountCircle Amanda M
The loud and rusty Durango.
Got a 2002 dodge Durango, it's almost like a teal color. Runs great and is reliable, but there is some rust on her. The other night the muffler fell off so now it's loud as can be. The only problem I really have with her is the gas mileage which I am sure can be fixed with a nice good tune up.
accountCircle Jessica F
Dodge Durango, reliable and plenty of room
My main problem with the dodge Durango is how much gas it takes. It drinks it! But other than that it is a very reliable vehicle, not had any problems out of it. There is plenty of seating room, third row seats, which are leather, with power adjusting.
accountCircle Carey M
My 2002 Dodge Durango is ok.
My 2002 Dodge Durango is red and reliable when I need to get from point A to point B and maybe c. It is a second hand purchase, so it has a few issues like a squeaking noise and the check engine light comes on for no reason. I cannot roll the window down with the window control on the passenger side. The driver can only roll down the window. It runs hot sometimes.
accountCircle Sheri K
It is very safe and I feel that is a important factor.
I like the room it offers for seating and storage. I enjoy the handling in the snow. I dislike the cost and amount of gasoline required for traveling.

Dodge Durango Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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Sport
235 HP 15-16 MPG 5-6 Seats
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SLT
235-245 HP 14-14 MPG 5-7 Seats
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SLT Plus
235-245 HP 14-14 MPG 5-7 Seats
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R/T
250 HP 14-14 MPG 5-7 Seats
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2002 Dodge Durango Owner Reviews

4.19
75 Reviews
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5 stars 44%
4 stars 36%
3 stars 16%
2 stars 3%
1 star 1%
accountCircle Kate on October 4, 2021
The Beasty
I bought it in '08 w/ 48,000 mi. Now at 168,000 miles, still running strong. I have regular maintenance done, treat it right sure I'll get another 100,000 more. It's big enough to feel safe in and we use it for hauling our camping gear. Best purchase I ever made.
accountCircle Katie T on March 28, 2021
It is really big and convenient
It's really comfortable. It has 3 rows of seats with still enough room in the back for a stroller. It's really reliable even when it had some broken parts and pieces. It is a little bit proxy on the gas through. It doesn't get gas mileage. It has been through a lot of wear and tear and has held up really well.
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Ranks #7 Full Size SUV by Owners

The 2002 Dodge Durango has an average owner rating of 4.19 out of 5 which ranks it #7 of 8 other Full Size SUVs.

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2002 Ford Excursion
4.42
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2002 Chevrolet Suburban
4.38
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2002 Dodge Durango
4.18

Ranks #3 Full Size SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2002 Dodge Durango has a combined MPG of 17 which ranks it #3 of 7 other Full Size SUVs.

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2002 Ford Explorer
21 MPG
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2002 GMC Yukon
15 MPG
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2002 Dodge Durango
16 MPG

Is The 2002 Dodge Durango A Good Car?

Yes, it is reliable, good daily driver, leather seats, electric seat positioning, and windows. The only drawback is how much gas it takes.
Julie M.
Very smooth riding, I really like it. No mechanical problems or oil use. Has a lot of cargo room. Great looking.
Lisette C.

How Reliable Is The 2002 Dodge Durango?

I have not found any problems with the dodge Durango, the only drawback of it is how much it costs to drive it.
Michael V.
Has been reliable so far. Haven't had any problems yet. No oil usage, getting fair to good mileage.
Anne B.

Is The 2002 Dodge Durango A Good Value?

I am not sure in the cost, I bought mine used. I would say it is a good value through because it is a reliable vehicle.
William S.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2002 Dodge Durango neutral safety switch location?

Answer: The 2002 Dodge Durango neutral safety switch is located on the top of the transmission.But why is a neutral safety switch so important. Well the neutral safety switch is a safety device that only allows You to...

What's the 2002 Dodge Durango brake fluid type?

Answer: You will just need to use a standard DOT 3 brake fluid in Your 2002 Dodge Durango. You want to avoid letting Your vehicle get low on brake fluid because if it does You can go from Your braking not being as...

2002 Dodge Durango: What is the towing capacity including torque, payload, and tongue weight?

Answer: The 2002 Dodge Durango is equipped with either A4.7 liter or 5.9 liter V8 engine that offers 235-250 HP and 295-345 lb-ft of torque. It carries a payload capacity of 1,711 lbs; 4,100 pounds of towing power and...

2002 Dodge Durango: What is the oil type and capacity?

Answer: The standard engine that was made available in the 2002 Dodge Durango was A4.7L V8. Dodge also offered A5.9L V8 as an upgrade option. The standard engine will have a capacity of 6 US quarts while the upgraded...
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Safety & Reliability

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NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

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Side

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*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

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Roof Strength

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Driver-side Overlap Front

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety