Is 2021 Dodge Durango Citadel an SUV worth buying? | Dodge Durango Citadel AWD

[@Gatorgolfusa]

A lady at work had the 2017 model I believe and it is the best looking Durango I've seen without being a SRT package! 🐊🦅🇵🇷

[@MattTheCarguy]

Agree!

[@Mhike-m2x]

the citadel is more of the luxury look with its brushed aluminum chrome look and alacantara liner, while the RT is the sporty esp with the hood scoops/grille and blacktop package. the 3.6 L tows 6200, the hemi 5.7 v8 tows 7300 but with tow n go, its up to 8700

[@GodWentPunk1]

I am in the market for one of these, either the Citadel or the R/T. Seems that the 2021 Citadel has every option (except for TV) however, on the R/T, you get to pick and choose. The sport hood and blackout package on the R/T make this a difficult decision. I actually talked to the people at this dealership and I will tell you all now, don't waste you breath with them, go someplace else unless you are willing to pay MSRP, then this dealership is for you.

[@Wyzful]

But is msrp good since it’s the price that the dealer ship bought it for ?

[@thepinkdiamonds8370]

This reviewer was totally negative about this vehicle. The hemi can get into the low to mid sixes 0 to 60 that’s not bad for a vehicle that weighs nearly 5,300 pounds. I’m not sure what he was expecting what a waste of time.

[@MattTheCarguy]

Thanks for watching. I post my unbiased opinions about vehicles that i test and they can be different from yours. It is not only about the 0-60 accelaleration but the overall "feel" of the vehicle. I liked the same engine in Jeep Grand Cherokee much better.

[@MAGNUM05]

I have a 2011 Dodge Durango Citadel that we bought brand new in May 2011 shortly before I graduated from high school. It's a good car. It's finished of with the Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl exterior and black leather interior. As of 2022, it only has 45,000 miles on it. The original 5.7L HEMI V8 is still going strong. Plus, it still has the original tires from the factory that are still going strong as well. However, there will eventually come a time where all the original tires will need to be replaced. The car was driven locally through out most of 11 years of it's life. The only time we'd take the car on longer drives is if we're going on vacation trips. 2011 was a new redesign for the Durango as it goes into it's 3rd generation. The 1st generation was made from 1998 to 2003. The 2nd generation was made from 2004 to 2009. There are no 2010 year models. The 3rd generation started in 2011 and it's still going on today. The 3rd generation has lasted much longer than the first two generations.

[@MattTheCarguy]

Wow, you don't drive a lot! Seems like a very nice car.

[@MAGNUM05]

@@MattTheCarguy Actually, I do have two more cars that I do drive daily. I daily drive a Midnight Blue 2005 Dodge Magnum SXT and a Surf Blue 2010 Jeep Wrangler Islander.

[@MattTheCarguy]

@@MAGNUM05 You are a Mopar person 🤣

[@MAGNUM05]

@@MattTheCarguy I've been a Mopar person my whole life. It all started when I was brought home from the hospital in a 1988 Dodge Grand Caravan LE.

[@MattTheCarguy]

@@MAGNUM05 haha that was not very exciting vehicle 🤣

[@yodrama0419]

Love the look of the citadel

[@MattTheCarguy]

Great looking one!

[@keithdillon2792]

You are wrong on the tow capacity. The V8 Should be 7200lbs/7400lbs depending on AWD OR RWD.

[@ervinzefi8662]

Towing its based on the trim model itself . Not all V8 tow the same . The RT tow and go has a 8700lbs towing capacity .

[@stevenbarahona9024]

The citadel is not the more sporty one.

[@jamesstyres9133]

I agree it a little plane Jane but has nice features. It is priced too high I think compared to the rt or even the gt plus. Although I do like the more prestigious look.

[@Sabinaspolishinspiredkitchen]

Thanks for your review. Very helpful. Some things to check I didn't realize I needed to check before

[@jeffreyzabawski4862]

The Air Intakes on my 2020 GT V6 are real, so its hard to believe that their Fake with a V8 now.

[@CatchSri]

Nice review. Is the second row storage console optional?

[@MattTheCarguy]

Thansk for watching! Its been a while since i did this review but I just looked at Dodge website and on Citatel second row console and storage is listed as standard equipment

[@CatchSri]

@@MattTheCarguy thank you

[@ShaMoneyMOB]

Only thing this guy got right in this whole review is the name of the truck!

[@MattTheCarguy]

glad I got something right lol

[@mct8888]

I haven't seen one review where anyone talks about the Durango's updated safety tech. Why not?

[@mct8888]

@@MattTheCarguy Lane Keep Assist. Does it lane center? How well does it work? What about the updated sensors? How has Dodge improved the tech, which is obviously updated.

[@goldslinger]

Towing is 7200 lbs, not 6200. If You get the 5.7 HEMI V8 option, then You don’t give a rats ass about gas mileage. Also My Durango Citadel getting delivered is dk red interior with black trim. Don’t like the all black. If u want more acceleration outta the hemi, then go into sport mode.

[@MattTheCarguy]

6200 lbs is for the v6 engine, 7200 with the 5.7 v8 correct. I just saw a Hellcat at the dealership. That sounds pretty sweet as well. Has anyone ever looked at the paint job on these? All look like they have been repainted especially on the front door. Just noticed that today.

[@phils2684]

try and get your hands on a hellcat

[@goldslinger]

@@phils2684 I would prolly kill Myself with it.

[@bennybodash855]

I don’t see a link to Arlington Heights where your located. It would be a good idea to add a link underneath the video. I have no idea where your located. Thanks!

[@christianr26]

Do you also want my ip address and social security? It's too much information!

[@bennybodash855]

@@christianr26 Your low I.Q. is showing!

[@BLIQUEMIST26]

I just replaced my engine 2011 Dodge Durango citadel. Ughhh.

[@MattTheCarguy]

Oh wow, at how many miles?

[@BLIQUEMIST26]

98000

[@stevenbarahona9024]

Look up srt and srt hellcat

[@tanthony3895]

This review should be titled DuranNO.

[@potatosalad9519]

you hit the nail on the head in less than 3 minutes. non luxary.

[@MattTheCarguy]

Well it is non luxury. One other thing i want to point out. Has anyone seen the paintwork on the Durango? All of them look like they have been repainted. Especially on large panels like doors.

[@user-cx2bk6pm2f]

Amateur hour.

[@MattTheCarguy]

KZbin is amateur.