Fdavey55 Posted April 10, 2012 Report Share Posted April 10, 2012 Well it has been a little over a month since I bought a 2012 Dodge Journey SXT. I have to admit I was a little hesitant and almost didn’t even test drive it. I originally come from Alaska. I lived just outside of Fairbanks but spent most of my time north of the Arctic Circle. Unfortunately Dodge’s, at that time, didn’t quite hold up. Mostly on the electrical side of things. So naturally whenever I purchase anything I always base my decisions on the rigors I used to contend with. With our family growing, and my niece and nephew coming up for the summer, my wife and I needed a larger vehicle. We test drove numerous vehicles. We were trying to find the best fit for our summer guests without being “stuck” with something too big for the other 10 months of the year. My wife had come across the Journey during her research and I contested but eventually gave in to a test drive. I was thoroughly impressed. I did a lot of research; test drove other vehicles and the Journey for about 2 weeks. Eventually I agreed to a Silver SXT. I didn’t want to post anything until I put some miles on it because of the newness factor. After a little over month and 2500 miles I LOVE IT! The Journey offers a ton of features for what I believe is the best value for my dollar. The interior is very roomy. Even with the third row up, my 12 and 9 year olds have plenty of room. The passengers and the driver do not have to sacrifice their leg room for the benefit of rear passengers. We also have a 14 month old daughter. The back seat is large enough to fit her massive car seat and getting her in and out is a breeze with the doors opening so wide. Our previous vehicle required you to be a contortionist to get her in and out. The ride is very smooth and not at all like a “truck”. I am impressed with the lack of road noise even at highway speeds and in windy conditions. The AWD offers a smooth and controlled feel. Our family is very outdoorsy. We do a lot of camping, hiking and we love to Geocache. The Journey has so far been able to go everywhere I have pointed her, albeit my wife gets a little nervous from time to time. I have found the key is to not be an idiot about it and to know the vehicles limitations. The fuel economy has so far been on par with what I have suspected. I personally try to do what I can to get the best possible MPG’s. If I am going to town I usually go 5-10 mph slower than I used to. I’ve found I can get up to 9% more MPG doing that and it only costs me 3 minutes on my trip. There have been a couple of longer trips where I do travel around 80 mph but all in all not too bad. According to Fuelly I am averaging in the neighborhood of 27 mpg. The V6 offers plenty of power. I like the fact I can get up and go with no hesitation. I have yet to run out of power and you really feel the vehicle just want to go. The price was great and the extras really make life nice. Honestly, how did I ever go so long without satellite radio, lol? Bottom line, we love this vehicle and have not had any problems. The only thing I wish we did was get the 8.3 radio and the back up camera. I look forward to adding some of my own personal touches and will post pics as I get them done. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saltydog Posted May 11, 2012 Report Share Posted May 11, 2012 Gald you like it! Our family loves the space the Journey has to offer, with 11mon old twins, we nned all the space that can get! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flach Posted June 7, 2012 Report Share Posted June 7, 2012 Good write up, I have 3800 miles on my new "Crew" and have been pleased so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirceuximenes Posted June 7, 2012 Report Share Posted June 7, 2012 Good news ... congratulations. I'll make my first trip with Journey, we go to the Chapada Diamantina in Bahia, located some 3000km from my home, where I will really test the car, but I'm in the car a month and I am very satisfied, only thing that could be better ahead was a little taller, very easy to scrape. Hugs and good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drb227 Posted June 7, 2012 Report Share Posted June 7, 2012 Wow, 3000 kms one way! Now that's a road trip!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tanboxer Posted June 25, 2012 Report Share Posted June 25, 2012 I share the same enthusiasm! I just recently purchased mine and I cant believe how good this car for value for money, fuel consumption and features. Happy driving! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubberdude88 Posted July 22, 2012 Report Share Posted July 22, 2012 I share the same enthusiasm! I just recently purchased mine and I cant believe how good this car for value for money, fuel consumption and features. Happy driving! Agree 100% Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richash50 Posted November 25, 2012 Report Share Posted November 25, 2012 Went shopping yesterday and decided to trade my 2010 SXT for a 2013 SXT. My 2010 has 88,000 miles and only had oil changes and just put on it's 2nd set of tires on 10,000 miles ago. Love the DJ and hope the next is as good. Unfortunately they have to dealer trade for it so I won't get it until Tuesday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Official Dodge Support DodgeCares Posted November 26, 2012 Official Dodge Support Report Share Posted November 26, 2012 Went shopping yesterday and decided to trade my 2010 SXT for a 2013 SXT. My 2010 has 88,000 miles and only had oil changes and just put on it's 2nd set of tires on 10,000 miles ago. Love the DJ and hope the next is as good. Unfortunately they have to dealer trade for it so I won't get it until Tuesday Rich, Congrats on the new Journey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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