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Dodge Journey
2009 Dodge Journey
ManufacturerChrysler LLC
Production2009-
AssemblyToluca Car Assembly,
Toluca, Mexico
PredecessorDodge Caravan (Short wheelbase)
ClassMid-size crossover wagon
Body style(s)5-door wagon
LayoutFront engine, front-wheel drive/four-wheel drive
PlatformChrysler JS platform
Engine(s)2.4 L (144 cu in) I4
2.7 L LH V6
3.5 L (215 cu in) EGG V6[1]
Transmission(s)6-speed automatic
Wheelbase113.8 in (2891 mm)
Length192.3 in (4884 mm)
Width75.0 in (1905 mm)
Height67.5 in (1715 mm)
RelatedDodge Avenger
Chrysler Sebring
DesignerRyan Nagode
ManualsService Manual

The Dodge Journey is a mid-size crossover wagon that debuted at the 2007 Frankfurt Auto Show, with North American 2009my sales beginning in March 2008 and European sales to begin in mid 2008.

Identified internally as the JC49,[2] and sharing an almost identical wheelbase (113.8in) to the outgoing short-wheelbase Chrysler minivans, the Journey shares a modified platform from the Dodge Avenger, [3] features five (or 5+2) passenger seating with four forward-hinged doors, and as with past models of the outgoing short-wheelbase Chrysler minivans, is available with a four-cylinder engine.

As with the Dodge Avenger, the Journey's exterior was styled by Chrysler's Ryan Nagode. [4]

For the CUV's introductory promotion, Dario Franchitti's No. 40 Dodge Charger carried a "Journey" paint scheme for the 2008 Daytona 500 on February 15, 2008.[5]

Development and mechanical

The available four-cylinder is a 2.4 L (2360 cc, 144 cu in), with 173 horsepower (129 kW) and 166 pound-feet of torque, a version of the Chrysler's GEMA, "world" four-cylinder engine shared with Hyundai and Mitsubishi. [1][6]

The 3.5 L (3518 cc, 215 cu in)[1] V6 is only available in North America, with the six-speed automatic transmission. Other markets will have the six-speed automatic transmission with the flex-fuel (E85 compatible) 2.7 liter V6. All wheel drive will only be available with a V6.

A Volkswagen-sourced diesel engine will be available outside of North America with an automatically shifted dual clutch transmission, which may be the first appearance of this transmission. Chrysler performed primary engineering for the dual-clutch transmission with support from long-time partner Getrag, who will ultimately build the transmission in the United States.[7]

During development, Dodge benchmarked the European Ford S-Max, a popular multi-activity minivan.[8]

Dodge Journey mechanical and construction features:

  • Aluminum hood [8]
  • Composite plastic tailgate [8]
  • One-third of the Journey's body-structure, by weight, made of high-strength steel.[2]
  • Second row H-point is 1.6 inches (40 mm) higher than the first row; third row .6 inches (17 mm) higher still.[7]
  • Rear doors open 90 degrees. [7]
  • Markets outside North America in both left-hand and right-hand drive. [7]

Trim levels and features

The following trims are available in North America as of April 2008. All prices are MSRP- [9]

  • SE - 2.4L 173 hp (129 kW) I4 - $19,360
  • SXT - 3.5L 235 hp (175 kW) V6 - $22,360
  • SXT AWD - 3.5L 235 hp (175 kW) V6 - $24,905
  • R/T - 3.5L 235 hp (175 kW) V6 - $25,920
  • R/T AWD - 3.5L 235 hp (175 kW) V6 - $27,670

Features:

  • Under-floor storage lockers behind front seats
  • Rear climate control vents and optional rear climate control panel
  • Extra power outlets
  • Optional hard-drive-based stereo/navigation/phone system
  • Interior child-view mirror
  • Rear doors open to a 90 degree angle allowing for easy rear access and helping child-seat installation
  • Optional booster seats (these are not integrated child seats but are aimed at older children)
  • Theatre seating (second row is substantially higher than the first row)
  • Third row of foldaway "occasional use" seats (with minimal seat height and legroom)
  • Gas mileage: 16-19 city, 23-25 highway (2008 United States Environmental Protection Agency‎ figures)
  • Standard (US & Canada) multi-stage front driver and passenger air bags, front-seat-mounted side air bags, three-row side-curtain air bags, standard four-wheel disc anti-lock brakes (ABS), electronic stability program (ESP), and electronic roll mitigation, brake assist.[7]
  • Traction control, rollover sensing, trailer sway control, tire pressure monitors, and a rear backup camera.

Production

Chrysler manufactures the Journey at the 220-acre (0.89 km2) [3] Toluca Car Assembly, Toluca, Mexico — on the same assembly line as the PT Cruiser [3].

A Chrysler plant since 1968, Toluca Car Assembly was recently redesigned [10] to employ a Flexible manufacturing system (FMS) that allows simultaneous production of the two distinct vehicles of differing platforms [11]. The neighboring "Chrysler Park" represents a joint venture of eight outside suppliers [10].

References

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 http://www.media.chrysler.com/dcxms/assets/specs/2009_DodgeJourneySpecifications_WN.pdf
  2. 2.0 2.1 "First Drive: 2009 Dodge Journey". Motor Trend, Todd Lassa. http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/suvs/112_0804_2009_dodge_journey_first_drive/specifications.html. 
  3. 3.0 3.1 3.2 "The 2009 Dodge Journey crossover (and dual-clutch automatic)". Chrysler, February 1, 2008. http://cgcomm.daimlerchrysler.com/documents.do?method=display&docType=pressrelease&docId=7647. 
  4. "DRIVELINE: Dodge has strong hand in Journey". The London Free Press, Harry Pegg, February 8, 2008. http://lfpress.ca/perl-bin/publish.cgi?x=articles&p=224188&s=wheels. 
  5. "Franchitti to Drive "All-New Dodge Journey" Scheme for Daytona 500". Chip Ganassi Racing. http://www.chipganassiracing.com/news/index.cfm?cid=13898. 
  6. "2009 Dodge Journey Road Test". Carconnection.com, Marty Padgett, February 1, 2008. http://www.thecarconnection.com/Vehicle_Reviews/SUVs_Wagons/2009_Dodge_Journey_Road_Test.S181.A13859.html?pg=3. 
  7. 7.0 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 "The 2009 Dodge Journey crossover (and dual-clutch automatic)". allpar.com. Allpar, LLC. 2007. http://www.allpar.com/SUVs/dodge/journey.html. Retrieved on August 27. 
  8. 8.0 8.1 8.2 "2009 Dodge Journey Road Test". Car Reviews.com, February 3, 2008, Justin Couture. http://car-reviews.automobile.com/Dodge/review/2009-dodge-journey-road-test/5449/. 
  9. 2009 Dodge Journey - Overview for Dodge Journey - CarGurus
  10. 10.0 10.1 "Chrysler Opens Mexico Supplier Park". Wards Automotive. http://wardsauto.com/ar/chrysler_mexico_supplier/. 
  11. "The Journey Begins in Toluca, Mexico, for All-new Dodge Crossover". Allpar, LLC. http://www.allpar.com/SUVs/dodge/journey.html. 


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