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Dodge Journey

The Dodge Journey was a mid-size crossover SUV sold by Dodge from the 2009 model year through 2020.

Updated August 1, 20261 min readCited sources

The Dodge Journey was a mid-size crossover SUV sold from the 2009 model year through 2020. Built as a value-oriented family hauler with seating for up to seven, it remained on a single generation throughout its run.

What it is

The Journey is a five-door crossover SUV positioned between a car and a traditional SUV. It debuted at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show and was assembled in Mexico. For the 2020 model year, Dodge simplified the lineup by dropping V6 and all-wheel-drive options, leaving only a 2.4-litre four-cylinder with front-wheel drive.

Key details

Early models offered four-cylinder and V6 engines, with front- or all-wheel drive. The Journey was one of the most affordable seven-seat crossovers in the U.S. and Canadian markets. It received a facelift for 2011 but stayed largely the same for 12 years, earning a reputation for practicality over polish.

Why it matters

The Journey was a niche player that filled a gap for budget-conscious families needing three-row seating in a compact-format crossover. Its long shelf life and low entry price made it a familiar sight on Canadian roads. Production ended in 2020, and Dodge has not replaced it in its lineup.

In short

  • Sold from 2009 to 2020 as a single-generation model.
  • Seated up to seven, with early AWD and V6 options.
  • Discontinued after 2020 with no direct replacement.
Canadian angle

The Dodge Journey was sold in Canada and was marketed by Dodge Canada as a practical, affordable family crossover with available seating for up to seven passengers.

Quick questions

How many passengers could the Dodge Journey seat?
It could seat up to seven passengers across three rows, depending on configuration.
Was all-wheel drive available?
Yes, on some earlier versions, but it was dropped for the final 2020 model year.
When was the Dodge Journey discontinued?
Dodge ended production of the Journey in 2020.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dodge_Journey
    Supports: Model years 2009–2020, facelift for 2011, single-generation production
  2. Dodge Canada — https://www.dodge.ca/en/dodge-journey
    Supports: Canadian market positioning, debut for 2009 model year, seating for up to seven, trim and engine offerings
  3. U.S. News & World Report — https://www.cars.usnews.com/cars-trucks/dodge/journey
    Supports: 2020 trim simplification, removal of V6/AWD, final model year details
  4. MotorTrend — https://www.motortrend.com/cars/dodge/journey
    Supports: Seven-seat crossover positioning, 2020 engine and drivetrain details, market context
  5. AutoWeb — https://www.autoweb.com/dodge-journey-used-crossover-buyers-guide
    Supports: 2007 debut, 2008 sales launch as 2009 model, early trims and engine lineup