2013 Dodge Journey vs. Its Competition
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With the refresh that the Dodge Journey was given a couple of model years ago, it finally fit in as a worthy rival to mainstream crossovers like the CR-V, RAV4, and Equinox.
While the related Mitsubishi Outlander doesn't quite make the cut for mass appeal, the latest Kia Sorento is the Journey's toughest competitor, with seven seats, a choice of four- and six-cylinder engines, and this year, better fuel economy with direct-injection technology and UVO voice controls for audio and phone.
The Toyota RAV4 also has an available V-6 and third-row seating, while the Subaru Outback only offers seating for five but has even more of an emphasis on ruggedness and trail ability.
The Honda CR-V only offers a four-cylinder engine, but it's refined and also very well-packaged inside, while the Chevrolet Equinox offers good interior space and up to 32 mpg on the highway.
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The 2013 Dodge Journey is a clever tweener, with three rows of seats if you need, and manageable size all the time--at a very reasonable base price. | The 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is a good, affordable choice for cost-conscious families, but it doesn't skimp on comfort, safety, or the latest connectivity features. | It's an easy call among crossovers: the 2013 Kia Sorento has the right features, the right fuel economy, and the right size. | The 2013 Subaru Outback is practical above all: it's capable in all kinds of conditions, and has great interior space and standard all-wheel drive. | The 2012 Honda CR-V is a great family vehicle, with a thoughtfully designed and comfortable interior, and improved refinement, but it lacks the confident, sprightly feel present in past CR-Vs. | The 2012 Toyota RAV4 remains a strong, refined choice for families, even though some of its design might be a blast from the past. |
| MSRP From | |||||
| $18,995 | $24,225 | $23,150 | $23,495 | $22,495 | $22,650 |
| Gas Mileage | |||||
| 16 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy | 20 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy | 18 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 18 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | |||||
| Gas I4 | Gas/Ethanol I4 | Gas I4 | Gas Flat 4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 |
| EPA Class | |||||
| 2WD Sport Utility Vehicle | 2WD Sport Utility Vehicle | Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD | 2WD Sport Utility | Sport Utility Vehicle |
| Style Name | |||||
| FWD 4-Door American Value Pkg | FWD 4-Door LS | 2WD 4-Door I4 LX | 4-Door Wagon H4 Manual 2.5i | 2WD 5-Door LX | FWD 4-Door I4 (Natl) |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | |||||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | |||||
| Sport Utility Vehicle | Sport Utility Vehicle | Sport Utility Vehicle | Wagon | Sport Utility Vehicle | 4 Door |
| Transmission | |||||
| Automatic | Automatic | Automatic w/Manual Shift | Manual | Automatic | Automatic w/OD |
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