The Dodge Durango R/T Tow N' Go Could be the BEST SUV for Pulling Trailers + 0-60 Loaded & Empty!

[@carlosc9513]

Probably the best review I’ve seen on the tow and go ! Love the video my guy

[@jadenvos8381]

Having a 2015 RT, the Durango is a solid tow vehicle. The updated interior, trailer brake controller, and upgraded brakes would be really nice. Not to mention that exhaust and the wider fender flares to cover the larger Falken AT3Ws I'm running.

[@freedomstar3814]

Here is Commiefornia , these are very hard to find in stock .... the tow'n go is a fantastic package !

[@fritty9927]

Holy mackerel does that exhaust sound awesome.

[@pattda1]

Solid video, well done 👍

[@mikeaiken4330]

FYI Turn off the Park Sense when backing up to and with the trailer.

[@brianaustin1328]

8.3 seconds to 100km/hr. Is that Canadian seconds?

[@bcuz2975]

Durango is a great vehicle. I like how mine hugs the road and corners. Rally rear lights look like they are yellow colored now.Thanks for sharing.

[@MidwestMotor]

Absolutely love my Tow N Go! I'm already modifying her though - can never leave stuff well-alone! LOL!

[@james2042]

This was the long wheelbase grand cherokee until the L variant just came out. The grand cherokee wk and wk2 this is based on is based off of the mercedes benz ML (now GLE). So its no surprise this thing handles like a car, when it has some benz dna in it

[@billjamison2877]

That's a great looking Durango! The red color on that R/T is the perfect combo. Bill from Linglestown Pennsylvania

[@yorkchris10]

I still use Imperial mpg. It means more to me than l/100 km .

[@kadimsilahtar]

"We did it in 8.3 seconds UNLOADED..." 🤣 Unloaded ? How about Steve? Is Steve a zero gravity 6.2 mannequin? Love this channel, love you guys. P.S. I weigh 114kgs.

[@atvseatexchange2176]

Did I miss how much? Great job guys as always.

[@9663mu]

You have to give FCA credit here for somehow year after year making their older cars still sought after. Yes a good portion of that is their hellcat vehicles but it’s crazy how old some of these vehicles are but still continue to solider on.

[@NHseacoast]

👍 I bought one! Thanks George

[@TruckKing]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@eddiet2729]

I wish you could review some Mercedes suvs. I love how my gle/gls tows my 5k lb boat.

[@ericbryant796]

Shared platform with Dodge Durango/JGC since 2011.

[@ALMX5DP]

@@ericbryant796 I think that is the year they stopped being associated.

[@ericbryant796]

Nope...actually Mercedes used the Chrysler platform. Quoted from Wiki; "The WK2 and 2011 Durango use a Chrysler designed and engineered platform/chassis that Mercedes-Benz later used for the Mercedes-Benz W166 series. The Chrysler designed platform was part of the DaimlerChrysler engineering projects that were to launch the WK2 Grand Cherokee with the Mercedes-Benz ML to follow."

[@ALMX5DP]

@@ericbryant796 yes but 2011 is well after any co-development took place. Mercedes took that and made it its own, like Dodge and Jeep did with their own development path. Current GLE is on a new platform still, so not associated with the pre 19 models. So when you say "since 2011" it sounds misleading.

[@eddiet2729]

@@ericbryant796 I don’t think the current model (w167) shares anything with the Durango

[@matthewm3912]

We paid 45 out the door for our 2019 Durango RT, fully loaded. No way in hell would I pay for one now. Been looking at them and for one equally equipped today is well over 55k. No thanks.

[@scaccima]

I would love to know phone app you use for the speed runs. Love the channel!!

[@TruckKing]

drag racer.

[@paulm6481]

Damn that exhaust, which family man wants an exhaust like that on a family hauler?

[@SGTOldSchool96]

[@jeffsansome90]

me lol

[@hydro_rebel7741]

I dont understand why they mess with the hp and torque ratings for different vehicles. Why couldn't they just keep it 395 horse and 410 torque like in the pick ups

[@GreghouseVanBouten]

Same here, e.g. Ram TRX. My only guess is to acclaim better fuel economy? Or maybe to take it easy on vehicle-specific driveline components...🤷‍♂️

[@JohnSmith-ev1sm]

Cooling, probably. The 1500 is quite a bit bigger.

[@julius6238]

Packaging for cooling and exhaust components limits the total output

[@scottandrews4822]

@@julius6238 exactly 💯 correct

[@okcmoparguy724]

Ram has more underhood space for active intake and better flowing exhaust manifolds.

[@daytonasayswhat9333]

I think that model with those options is only in Canada. It does not come with the Brembo brakes in America.

[@jackyt8910]

Yes it does

[@daytonasayswhat9333]

@@jackyt8910 send me a link proving that.

[@salbellone4344]

Great video is always Steve question why not compare it to the SRT

[@TheCondoInRedondo]

What altitude were these tests conducted at?

[@TruckKing]

250 Meters

[@TheCondoInRedondo]

@@TruckKing Thanks. Your eight-second result is more consistent with an altitude of 650 meters, not 250. Is it possible you had ECO Mode active rather than Sport Mode?

[@TruckKing]

@@TheCondoInRedondo It's possible - too many vehicles to remember ;)

[@TheCondoInRedondo]

@@TruckKing Fair enough. Keep up the great (and entertaining) work. Much enjoy the channel.

[@S8ER]

I wonder how the Hellcat or SRT variants hold up here.

[@jasonpritchett7145]

I have the Hellcat Durango and I’ve gotten 3.6 sec in the 0-100km/h, I’ve never towed with it yet, let alone 7,000lbs, but I’m assuming it would be close the the Ram TRX

[@S8ER]

@@jasonpritchett7145 thanks, I also have one 🙂 best of 3.4 to 60 (don’t know what 0-100 would be, likely similar to your result) so far and we did tow with it (around 6,000lbs with a 22ft enclosed trailer). Towed amazingly well and laughably the gas mileage ended up better towing than our normal day to day in track mode around the city. 🤣 These guys did test out the Hellcat. I just had to wait a few more months 🙂 kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6itop-va5Wii5I

[@jasonpritchett7145]

Nice, I think 60mph is 96.5km/h. I live at an elevation of 2200 feet as well! They are super nice vehicles tho, the wife loves it

[@S8ER]

@@jasonpritchett7145 yeah I still can’t believe we even got our hands on one. I start smiling the second it starts. It’s such a ridiculous vehicle 😂

[@TomGunnZ]

Do 0-100km on track mode it's faster than 8.3 seconds

[@keithdillon2792]

Hey Truck King's! Here's a question for you. I tow a 4200lb dry camper with my R/T Tow N Go. It pulls it really well and I have no complaints. I dont have any experience towing with a 1/2 ton truck. How do you think the Tow N Go compares to the average 1/2 ton while towing? Would I notice much of a difference pulling my camper with a 1/2 ton truck?

[@TruckKing]

At that weight the difference would be minimal.

[@eugenerost2842]

I pull Imagine 2800 with DD TNG. The weight is about 7300, this is a big trailer. I use Curt Trutrack and it's adjusted for totally level tow vehicle, no sag whatsoever. The combo is stable as a rock, to the point that I don't even feel passing 18 wheelers and winds up to 25 mph, did not have chance to experience stronger ones. I believe that this vehicle is somewhat superior than 1/2 pickups, especially from older generations, and the reason is the stiffness of the suspensions and low profile performance tires. Independent suspension and overall weight is a big plus as well. Weight distribution will make or brake towing performance of DD. I tried it with poorly adjusted hitch and it was not nice at all.

[@mark98070]

As much as I like the looks and features of the Dodge trucks, & Suv's I never liked the problems, issues with the electrical system, transmissions and overall reliability in the past with Chrysler vehicles.

[@SGTOldSchool96]

The 5.7 / 8spd combo is tried and true. In fact, that ZF is probably my favorite automatic I’ve ever driven.

[@ericbryant796]

You need to stop living in the past and enter the present...take a look at recent JD Power survey's...Ram and Dodge are vastly improved today.

[@mark98070]

@@SGTOldSchool96 I wasn't aware they were using transmissions from ZF. definitely a big improvement from the crappy Chrysler trans. Thanks for the reply

[@widowmakericu5705]

Same. Out of 8 coworkers (dodge/Chrysler owners) 6 of them have electrical and engine problems. They look good but I just don’t trust them.

[@soundperformancepsychology]

How dos the interior size compare to the tahoe? a lot smaller?

[@TruckKing]

not by much

[@JasonKahn]

The price is still TGH

[@rd4501]

Amazing Review 👍

[@bradfa]

Tires for this trim package or the SRT are very expensive. I’ve read the brake pads don’t last very long either. Might be able to find good used deals on these in a few years once the first owners realize how high the consumables cost is and want to unload them.

[@arizonagolfer2537]

People who spend 62k on a hellcat lite and can’t afford the brake pads kinda deserve it.

[@phenri4809]

Yeah sure. I wouldnt be holding my breath to pick up a deal because someone who spent an extra 5k to get the performance capabilities is sweating and extra $500 at tire & brakes time

[@jd8733]

Just got a 2022 one of these to replace my SRT JEEP... Jeep was stolen and I wouldn't touch a used SRT...

[@cbruno12180]

I think ur regular 0/60 is wrong guys!! 7.8 no way!! My 3.6 Jeep Grand Cherokee does 0/60 in 7.2 so u might want to do that over fellas

[@jasonpritchett7145]

Lol they also have about 550lbs of meat in it

[@nicholassmith7048]

Durango or the Grand Cherokee L?

[@christophersmith5116]

Very powerful but it all does not make sense. Yes, it has the power to tow #8700 but no way I would do that, especially with a travel trailer.You have to have some Ass in front to tow that kind of Weight. Nice SUV though.

[@843MudMafia.]

Hemi v8

[@markflaugh2293]

Had a first gen Durango with a 5.9l gas in it. Great tow vehicle. Glad they are bringing it into a “cheaper” version. By the way that is a sweet looking mini van! 😂

[@ALMX5DP]

Hey at least these new ones dont share styling and taillights with the minivan like the first gen did! :P The 5.9 RT was a pretty cool vehicle though.

[@markflaugh2293]

The new ones really look sharp. Especially in that bright red.

[@MrJones-xw8mn]

Every new SUV on the market now either looks like a minivan or station wagon.

[@ExaltedDuck]

@@MrJones-xw8mn Because that's generally what they are. Most are unibody FWD platforms. The Durango stands out from that crowd for at least being RWD. But only a notable few are the passenger vehicles based off body-on-frame truck chassis like the term SUV originally referred to. "Sport" because the truck chassis allowed for off-road capability and "utility" because the passenger compartment had the capacity of a minivan. But over the last 20-30 years, they really have just become tall station wagons and/or minivans with longer hoods. Most of the smaller one (which they call "CUV" now) are just tall hatchbacks derived from common soulless-driving-appliance car chassis.

[@manuelbarrios1412]

good video but show the panorama do not show yourself we want to see is the front

[@mvcharisma]

This rig seriously needs an update. I actually think it looks good, but not for the price. It’s an 11 year old vehicle that just happens to be brand new. Its no wonder Chrysler got sold again with almost an entire fleet of vehicles and engines that are 10+ years old

[@ALMX5DP]

What exactly needs updating though? Drivetrain is still competitive, chassis has been subtly revised over the years, interior has some of the latest features. I think it’s still one of the best three rows you can buy if you have towing needs.

[@mvcharisma]

@@ALMX5DP I’m not dissing on the fanboys, it just seriously needs a refresh. If it’s so competitive, why has the parent company been bailed out twice in 10 years?? This, the Challenger, 300 have all been around for over 10 years and they still haven’t fixed the issues of camshafts getting flat spots, or exhaust manifold studs breaking on their own right around 100k miles and electronics that are far from reliable. It’s a sharp looking rig, but an ancient one that needs to be put out of its own misery if they don’t want to keep getting bought out by some new company every decade

[@ALMX5DP]

@@mvcharisma I don’t consider mergers to be bailouts and don’t perceive a vehicles worthiness based on how the parent company performs financially either. Sure it still has issues, maybe even some that have gone unaddressed but issues are issues and those are prevalent whether on an aging platform like this or a brand new model with the latest tech. Still doesn’t influence how it compares for the function it is intended to perform.

[@mvcharisma]

@@ALMX5DP well they wouldn’t have ‘merged’ if they didn’t need bailing out financially. It’s obvious you are a Mopar fan, not an independent opinion, which is totally fine. I have my own biases, and you are totally correct that every car has its problems, they just aren’t 10 year old ‘new’ cars. Although the company’s financial portfolio should be in the interest of every customer, especially if you want your vehicle to have parts/service support. Unless you want them to end up like Saab. I just want to see all the American manufacturers succeed 🇺🇸

[@ALMX5DP]

@@mvcharisma definitely not a Mopar fan, never owned one and mostly like Fords (currently have an F-150 and a Focus ST). FCA and now Stellatis aren’t going anywhere and are pretty much too big to fail at this point to the extent they’ll be a Saab or similar. Still haven’t heard from you about what needs updating, other than maybe their corporate financial acumen.

[@TnTTyler]

They would have done much better towing with a higher rear gear, the 3:09 really hurts it, something like 3:73 would help a lot

[@Biggiemarvs]

I mean it has an 8speed transmission you could really just be in a lower gear and it would do the same thing

[@jaderhuff81]

Too bad you can’t have any passengers with that load

[@Weak_juan]

Sounds better than any ecoboost I've ever heard.

[@jasonbrushett3]

Might sound better but still can't tow better or faster😉

[@ALMX5DP]

@@jasonbrushett3 tow better is up for debate and tow faster isn’t really too noteworthy.

[@jasonbrushett3]

@@ALMX5DP there really is no debating the 3.5 EcoBoost engine out pulls the Hemi 5.7 even in the Ram platform

[@ALMX5DP]

@@jasonbrushett3 again better is up for debate and i didnt dispute it being faster ;)

[@ExaltedDuck]

Which one could be expected to still be operational at 200,000 miles?

[@cbruno12180]

How many cameras do you need to back up to a trailer my lord guys come on your truck guys rt I’m 44 I used to back up with no camera oh no really!!! Tow with no air suspension nothing just like big green buddy that’s the real tow rig IMO

[@jordannyc2769]

8 sec for 0-100 does not sound right. My RT does 6.2 sec

[@raziqafg]

Man! The price of new vehicles are going up and up, but reliability is going downhill. Dodge needs to address all the issues with the 5.7L before sticking it into anything and everything.

[@TomGunnZ]

It's 5.7 is already reliable so I don't know what your smoking you gotta tell Chevy and ford the same thing aswell

[@2024hekyeah]

I don't know if I wanna be driving around with srt big brake kit in my regular 5.7 hemi lol 😆 looks weird

[@olliecrow3547]

Seriously???

[@2024hekyeah]

@@olliecrow3547 if they were plain ya. But no srt logo on my 5.7. Would you put hellcat badges on your charger GT?

[@olliecrow3547]

@@2024hekyeah big difference is it comes that way from the factory. Also, you can get the black calipers that say Brembo, which I have.

[@seansoper6757]

People you don’t like lol 😅

[@Hellvoisin]

Dated FIAT that is

[@ALMX5DP]

Not much Fiat being it predates that as well, lol. And in this case I may take dated over some of the ultra complex stuff out these days.