The
2026 Dodge Durango approaches the 3-row SUV rather differently from most of its rivals. There is space for up to 7 passengers and as much as 85.1 cu. ft. of cargo capacity, but Dodge has also built a range that stretches from a 295 hp V6 to a Supercharged 710 hp V8. For families around Richfield Springs, NY, that creates an unusual combination: genuine passenger and cargo usefulness paired with engines and towing figures normally associated with much more specialized machinery.
Three Rows Without Giving Up the Useful Bits
The Durango can accommodate up to 7 passengers across 3 rows, with more than 50 seating configurations available to rearrange the cabin around people and cargo. Fold the rear seating and maximum cargo capacity reaches 85.1 cu. ft., giving families room for luggage, sports equipment, camping gear, or the inevitable collection of things children insist absolutely must come along.
The 2026 lineup includes GT models as well as HEMI® V8-powered configurations, R/T 392 models, and the SRT® Hellcat, so choosing a Durango is less about deciding if you need space and more about deciding how much engine you'd like attached to it.
Four Engines, From Sensible to 710 hp
The 3.6L Pentastar® V6 produces 295 hp and 260 lbs. ft. of torque, providing the sensible end of the Durango range while supporting up to 6,200 lbs. of towing capacity when properly equipped. The available 5.7L HEMI® V8 raises output to 360 hp and 390 lbs. ft. of torque and can tow up to 7,200 lbs. Then comes the 6.4L HEMI® V8 in R/T 392 models, producing 475 hp and 470 lbs. ft. of torque and reaching 60 mph in 4.4 seconds. At the far end sits the SRT® Hellcat's Supercharged 6.2L HEMI® V8 with 710 hp and 645 lbs. ft. of torque. Properly equipped 6.4L and Hellcat models can tow up to 8,700 lbs., which means the Durango can haul a substantial trailer while carrying a family inside—an oddly persuasive combination.
AWD Makes Sense in Upstate New York
Available AWD gives Richfield Springs drivers added traction when snow and changing road conditions arrive, but the more powerful Durango’s add considerably more than four driven wheels. R/T 392 models bring performance-focused steering and suspension tuning, while properly equipped versions can add hardware such as Brembo® brakes and adaptive damping. The SRT® Hellcat pushes the same idea considerably further, combining its Supercharged V8 with performance-oriented AWD, suspension, braking, and selectable drive modes. The result is a lineup where the chassis changes alongside the engine rather than simply asking the same family SUV to cope with several hundred additional horsepower.
Technology That Works for the Whole Cabin
A 10.1-inch Uconnect® 5 touchscreen provides the center of the Durango's infotainment system, with wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility keeping phones connected without adding another cable to the cabin. Available equipment includes wireless smartphone charging and an 825-watt Harman Kardon® premium audio system with 19 speakers. Available Blind Spot Monitoring with Trailer Tow Detection is particularly useful for owners who tow, while Forward Collision Warning with Full Stop and Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop add assistance during longer drives around New York.
Choosing the Durango That Fits
The engine lineup makes the buying decision unusually clear. The 3.6L Pentastar® V6 suits families primarily interested in passenger space and useful towing ability, while the 5.7L HEMI® V8 adds the sound, torque, and character buyers expect from a Dodge. The R/T 392 moves firmly into performance territory with 475 hp, and the 710 hp SRT® Hellcat is for someone who needs 3 rows but has apparently declined to accept that adulthood must involve sensible horsepower figures.
Meet the 2026 Durango in Richfield Springs
The 2026 Dodge Durango combines seating for up to 7, 85.1 cu. ft. of maximum cargo capacity, available AWD, and as much as 8,700 lbs. of towing capability with an engine range few family SUVs can match. Visit Griffith Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Richfield Springs, NY, to
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