Fiat Chrysler’s Street and Racing Technology (SRT) efficiency division has a black belt in cramming a complete lot of energy into every part it touches. You’re little doubt conversant in its ridiculous creations just like the 707-horsepower Dodge Challenger and Charger Hellcats, 797-horsepower Challenger Redeye and wheelie-popping, 840-horsepower Demon.But SRT is not nearly quick coupes and sedans. While not fairly as power-packed as these supercharged hellions, the 2019 Dodge Durango SRT 392 is an outrageous and entertaining creation in its personal proper — particularly when contemplating its sizable SUV footprint.
Fast three-rowThe outrageous bundle begins with a 6.4-liter Hemi V8, which churns out 475 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque underneath the hood of the Durango. No, it is not the supercharged Hellcat engine, however this naturally aspirated V8 nonetheless will get the 5,510-pound, all-wheel-drive Durango to 60 miles per hour in 4.4 seconds, and down the quarter-mile in a National Hot Rod Association-certified 12.9 seconds. Did I point out this factor may tow 8,700 kilos?

The acceleration numbers make the Durango SRT the quickest three-row SUV bought in America. It’s quick by any normal, and a riot to blast round city in, or down the expressway with Sport mode energetic. Throttle response is rapid, accompanied by ear-pleasing V8 rumbles emanating from the efficiency exhaust.

Power is at all times accessible — stomp the throttle and you will pin passengers to their seatbacks till you hit the 6,400-rpm redline. The Durango’s eight-speed computerized transmission has a particular calibration for SRT responsibility, and it provides rev-matching underneath downshifting. You can swap gears your self by means of steering-wheel-mounted paddles, however shift response is lackluster and never very involving. Letting the gearbox do its personal factor gives the perfect outcomes.The beastly 6.4-liter Hemi V8 makes 475 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque.
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What’s the draw back to the muscular drivetrain? Fuel economic system scores, in fact. The EPA estimates the 2019 Durango SRT will return 13 miles per gallon metropolis and 19 mpg freeway. Based on my week with the automobile, reaching these figures requires a fragile proper foot. The attract of the ability and ear-pleasing noises made me observe a disappointing (however not stunning) 11.7 mpg mixed.In controlAs spectacular because the SRT-tuned Durango is in a straight line, it is not too shabby whereas cornering, both. The all-wheel-drive system has SRT fingerprints all around the tuning, leading to 65 % of the accessible torque going to the rear wheels in Sport mode, and as much as 70 % heading rearward in Track. An digital limited-slip differential routes energy accordingly throughout the again axle to the wheel with essentially the most grip.Suspension upgrades embrace Bilstein adaptive dampers, stiffer springs and bushings, a thicker rear antiroll bar and 20-inch black wheels wrapped in Pirelli Scorpion Verde all-season tires. Customers in search of stickier rubber can choice out a set of P-Zero summer season footwear. Extra stopping muscle comes from bigger Brembo brakes with six-piston entrance and four-piston rear calipers.Bilstein dampers, stiffer springs and a rear limited-slip differential enhance the SRT Durango’s cornering efficiency.
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A dip into the Durango’s Track mode proves too stiff and high-strung for road use, leaving Sport mode because the candy spot for spirited runs on again roads. The steering is weighty and pretty responsive, with the suspension protecting physique actions from being clumsy, but nonetheless possessing some give to easy out small impacts. You’ll by no means mistake the large Durango SRT for a nook carver, however contemplating its heft and better heart of gravity, it will get round corners quite nicely.

Most of my Durango driving occurs within the Street setting for a pleasant, compliant experience over the battered Michigan roads, complemented by lighter steering. Drivetrain efficiency can also be extra relaxed in Street mode, although dig into the throttle and you will nonetheless be capable to blast off from stoplights with ease.Form and performanceTo visually set itself aside from run-of-the-mill Durangos, along with the aforementioned wheels, the SRT will get a unique entrance fascia with a mesh grille inserts, foglights, a purposeful hood duct, built-in wheel flares, bigger rocker panels and “392” fender badges. The adjustments do give the large Dodge a meaner look.Twenty-inch wheels with Pirelli tires come normal on the Durango SRT 392.
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Heading inside, closely bolstered SRT entrance seats sport suede inserts, and preserve passengers snug and in place over the lengthy haul. A flat-bottom steering wheel, suede headliner and 180-mph speedometer full the SRT-specific alterations. On my take a look at automobile, issues are jazzed up some extra with an non-compulsory leather-wrapped dashboard, carbon-fiber trim and crimson seat belts. The remainder of the cabin carries over from different Durangos, which means it is constructed from respectable supplies and is sensible for large households. Passenger area in all rows is sufficient, and the third row is even appropriate to accommodate average-size adults. Cargo room ranges from 17.2 cubic-feet behind the rearmost seats and grows to 85.1 with each the second and third rows folded flat. Hauling the bounty from nearly any purchasing journey should not be an issue. Familiar techTaking care of infotainment is Fiat-Chrysler’s well-sorted Uconnect system, with a vibrant and responsive 8.4-inch touchscreen. Navigation, a 19-speaker Harman Kardon audio system, 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, satellite tv for pc radio and each Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are all packed into my tester. Since it is an SRT, Uconnect additionally options efficiency pages permitting for issues like timing acceleration runs and monitoring G-forces.The user-friendly Uconnect system quarterbacks infotainment capabilities within the Durango SRT.
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To preserve youngsters in again occupied, there’s an non-compulsory dual-screen Blu-ray DVD leisure system. And no telephone or pill ought to ever go useless within the Durango, thanks to 5 USB ports, three 12-volt shops and a 115-volt, three-prong plug all accessible inside.For security, SRT Durangos come normal with a backup digicam with so-so picture high quality, and entrance and rear parking sensors. Advanced options like adaptive cruise management, ahead collision warning with computerized emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, and lane-departure warning with lane-keeping help can be found optionally. How I might spec itWhen constructing my ultimate hot-rod Durango, I might start with a White Knuckle paint job, and splurge for the $2,495 SRT Interior Appearance Group as a result of I just like the extra premium look of the leather-wrapped dashboard and slick carbon-fiber trim. Since blind-spot monitoring is a must have security function for me, I would like so as to add the Technology Group that tacks on one other $2,495. All in, my Durango SRT’s backside line involves $69,380, together with $1,395 for vacation spot. The extra closely optioned Octane Red instance pictured right here punches in at $76,445. This 2019 Dodge Durango SRT carries a $76,445 price ticket.
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A do-everything SUVThe 2019 Dodge Durango SRT 392 simply stands out as the most sensible creation to put on an SRT badge thus far. It’s bought three rows of seats, can haul and tow, and is snug sufficient to be pushed every day. On the opposite hand, it is able to laying down acceleration instances that can embarrass bona fide sports activities vehicles.Really, there’s nothing else fairly just like the Durango SRT, contemplating how a lot sport and utility it provides. With a base worth of $64,390, it is not precisely low cost, however the baddest Durango of all of them may very well be ultimate for these with a giant household, massive toys and a giant want for pace.