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Dodge Durango Hemi Hybrid

December 5th, 2008 by Justin

With large SUV’s getting massacred in the market, more and more car companies are moving in the direction of hybrids and fuel efficient vehicles. One of the more appealing vehicles now coming to market is the Dodge Durango Hemi Hybrid. While the word hybrid sticks out, for true 4×4 enthusiasts, you should know that besides offering the fuel efficiency of a hybrid, this vehicle is largely unchanged and offers plenty of power which includes a great Hemi engine and about 350 horsepower- which means you not only save on fuel and are greener, but still get some great thrills and utility.

The Engine and Transmission of the Dodge Durango Hemi Hybrid
Under the hood of the Dodge Durango Hemi Hybrid, you will find a great engine that sports a 5.7 liter V8 with a 90 degree DOHC. This powerful engine produces about 345 horsepower and 380 lb ft of torque giving you plenty of power when you need it. Matched with this engine is a very decent 4 speed automatic CVT transmission. Regarding the hybrid part of this vehicle, the Durango has a 2 mode hybrid system. It uses a pair of electric motors that are housed inside the transmission to provide fuel efficiency at speeds that reach up to 40 mph. This system works with the Hemi’s multi displacement system which offers lots of power whether the vehicle is working on 4 cylinders or 8.

All in all this vehicle offers plenty a nice gain in fuel efficiency. While not a spectacular gain, you will usually get about 20 mpg which is pretty good for a SUV of the size and power of the Durango. Regarding price, the Durango Hemi Hybrid is a little expensive with a base price of about $45K.

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Dodge Dakota Crew Cab

November 29th, 2008 by Justin

The Dodge Dakota has been around for more than 20 years and during this time it has won over the truck loving crowd. While a mid size truck, the Dakota is absolutely solid and offers great components, technology, styling and reliability. With decent horsepower and plenty of utility, the Dodge Dakota is a favourite for those that use trucks for work or just like to tow their toys around. The 2008 Dodge Dakota continues to impress and while not the biggest truck on the road, it does make its owners quite satisfied owning it.

Under the Hood of the Dodge Dakota Crew Cab
The Dodge Dakota has an impressive power plant and delivers top rated performance. Starting with a 4.7 liter SOHC 16 valve V8, the Dakota produces 302 horsepower and 329 lb ft torque. The suspension is nicely done with independent upper and lower A arms, gas pressure shock absorbers link type stabilizer bar, ultileaf two stage longitudinal springs, and staggered gas pressure shock observers. As far as wheels are concerned, the Dakota has 16 inch OWL Rugged Trail tires, a wheel base of 131 inches a curb weight of 3 tons and a max towing capacity of 6,750. Fuel economy is ok with about 21 on the highway.

Inside the Dodge Dakota Crew Cab
The interior of the Dodge Dakota Crew Cab is nicely done with quality materials. Again, the styling of this truck is done up very well. There is more room than expected and plenty of features for those that use their truck for their office when off site. While mostly positive, the only downsides are pretty much the small tires and its low ground clearance. However, all in all, Dodge lovers will appreciate the many benefits of owning a Dodge Dakota. The base price of this vehicle is an ok $30K.

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2008 Dodge Power Wagon

November 11th, 2008 by Justin

Dodge has always been known for their “Ram Tough” trucks and the 2008 Dodge Power Wagon is no exception. The Dodge Power Wagon has plenty of great attributes and for those that rely on their truck for heavy towing and use for work, you will find that this 4×4 is a real winner. The Dodge Power Wagon offers the current HD Ram body style and while it may be phased out in 2010, it is still attractive.

Heavy Duty Performance
The Full size ¾ ton Dodge Power Wagon is an incredible vehicle and one of the very best on the road today. Besides being a great and powerful tower this vehicle is also good off road on the trail. What makes this truck a heavy duty winner and one of the best overall, is that it includes a very powerful V8 engine, 33 inch BF Goodrich all terrain tires, Bilstein shocks, very solid axles, front and rear lockers, a Warn winch and rocker that is standard and much, much more.

One of the Best Four Wheel Drive Systems
Besides having plenty of great features, the Dodge Power Wagon also comes with one of the best four wheel drive systems in the industry. While many of today’s vehicles come with lots of technology that for many is unreliable and becomes hard to work with the Dodge Power Wagon still includes great basics including axels that are solid and include front and rear lockers that are lever activated.

The Interior
Today, more and more of us are using our 4×4’s as our off site offices and a little added luxury is much appreciated. The Dodge Power Wagon definitely adds some nice trims that make it easier to get work done from the road. The price, while a little steep is still well worth it- considering its value at about $40K.

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The 2008 Dodge 2500 Mega Cab

September 18th, 2008 by Justin

If you love big trucks, you probably are always on the look out for what Dodge is producing. Dodge trucks are some of the best in the world. They offer high performance, beefy motors, great styling and lots of functionality. The new 2008 Dodge 2500 Mega Cab is no exception and for those looking for lots of performance and power, you can’t go wrong with this big boy.

Dodge Delivers Lots of Performance
Whether for work or play, the Dodge 2500 Mega Cab definitely delivers the goods. It offers lots of power and performance. It also comes with an engine that is the pride of Dodge- the Hemi. The 2500 Mega Cab offers a V8 Hemi 5.7 liter that delivers plenty of horsepower and torque. It also comes standard with an automatic 5 speed transmission with overdrive and optional 2 or 4 wheel drive and a 6+ foot bed that holds 58 cubic feet. For those that require a great truck with four doors for work, you can beat the 2500 Mega Cab. While offering plenty of ability to tow, it also offers some fine conveniences inside the cabin. For you big guys, there is plenty of head and leg room whether you are sitting in the front or in the cab.

The Dodge 2500 Mega Cab is not very fuel efficient, but is well worth it for those that require function over fuel economy. There are three trims available of the 2500 Mega Cab and they include: SXT, SLT and Laramie. Prices range from the low 30’s to the high 30’s nicely equipped with the Laramie being the top of the line. For those that require a work horse that offers the extra space of a cab, Dodge does not disappoint, the 2500 Mega Cab has definitely earned itself some rave reviews.

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The 2008 Dodge Nitro

September 15th, 2008 by Justin

The 2008 Dodge Nitro can be the perfect SUV for anyone looking for lots of power, occasional off road ability and a comfortable vehicle to haul stuff around. While perfect for suburbia, Dodge has made sure to give this SUV plenty of power to make it exciting to drive and functional. One of the reasons the Dodge Nitro has become quite popular is its reasonable price and variety of trims that make it perfect for many budgets and uses.

The Dodge Nitro comes with either 2 wheel drive or 4 wheel drive, a V6 4.0 liter in the Nitro RT trim or a smaller V6 3.7 liter engine in both the SXT and SLT models. The Dodge Nitro is a truly versatile SUV, perfect for those that want the ability to go off road or those that want convenience and comfort for the long commute. The Dodge Nitro is not the best at gas mileage, but compared to other vehicles in its class, it’s not inadequate to say the least. Expect to get about 20 to 22 mpg on the highway and about 14 to 16 mpg city driving.

For those looking for a manual only transmission, you will only find it on the less powerful SXT model, the SLT and the RT both come standard with automatic transmissions only. However, along with the automatic transmission, this vehicle does offer many high tech conveniences including Dodge’s Parksense rear park assist for backing out of a driveway or parking spot safely and a trailer sway control system perfect for hauling trailers safely. It should also be noted that the interior can be quite comfortable and there are plenty of options available including the now almost necessary navigation system, a choice of great stereo systems and comfortable seating for both driver and passengers.

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