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2011 Dodge Journey Overview The Dodge Journey was significantly refreshed for 2011, and reviewers said the updates transformed it into a more competitive compact SUV. The Journeys relatively smooth handling and compact dimensions impressed reviewers, and the front-wheel drive Journeys 19-26 mpg city-highway fuel economy rating is better than most midsize SUVs. However, many testers said that even with the Journeys improvements, the Journey still isnt good enough to compete with top-ranked members of the class. If you plan to use the Journeys available third row, most said that its barely fit for anyone larger than a small child. At 67.6 cubic feet, the Journeys overall cargo space is limited, and test drivers wrote that the seats werent supportive enough. Plus, they took issue with the Journeys poor rearward visibility and cramped second row. The Journey isnt a sporty SUV, and test drivers were quick to note that its four-cylinder engine is significantly underpowered and its base four-speed automatic transmission was unresponsive and made the crossover feel sluggish. The 2011 Dodge Journey came with either a four-cylinder or V6 engine. Test drivers recommended the V6, since most agreed that the drop in fuel economy is worth the performance gain. All-wheel drive was optional on V6 models, which earn an EPA rating of 16-24 mpg city-highway. Thats not great for an SUV of the Journeys compact dimensions. The Journeys standard features include a six-speaker audio system, a tilt and telescoping steering wheel and manually-adjustable drivers seat, but features like Bluetooth, rear climate control and a power drivers seat were options when it was new. Other available features include navigation, leather-trimmed seats and a rearview camera.