Canada Press Kit: 2018 Dodge Journey

FCA Canada: 2018 Dodge Journey Overview

Windsor, Ontario August 31, 2017 - The 2018 Dodge Journey is the most versatile crossover in its class with more than 50 standard and available safety and security features. Choose between four- or six-cylinder engines, five- or seven-passenger seating, as well as front- or all-wheel drive (AWD). Journey continues to offer customers better value while delivering vehicle customization with the available Uconnect 3 multimedia centre. With standard fold-flat second and available third-row seats and second-row in-floor storage, the Journey is a true utility infielder. For 2018, the Dodge Journey is available in CVP, SE Plus, SXT, Crossroad and GT trim levels with AWD available on SXT, Crossroad and GT models.
 
Continued for 2018:
  • The 2018 Dodge Journey lineup consists of five models: CVP, SE Plus, SXT, Crossroad and GT, delivering consumers the content they desire at an affordable starting price
  • Popular Blacktop Package is available on the Journey SXT model
  • The Blacktop Package includes black roof rails, Gloss Black exterior mirrors, fascia applique, grille and 19-inch Gloss Black aluminum wheels
 
Highlights:
  • Dodge Journey is the “Swiss army knife” of crossovers, offering the choice of four- or six-cylinder engines and seven-passenger seating. Most Journey models are available with front-wheel drive or AWD
  • Journey’s available AWD system works on demand, driving only the front wheels to maximize fuel efficiency until power to the rear wheels is needed. AWD is also used on dry pavement between speeds of 40 km/h (25 mph) and 105 km/h (65 mph) to enhance handling when required
  • Canada’s best-selling engine, the 3.6-litre Pentastar V-6 engine, standard on SXT, Crossroad, GT and AWD models, produces 283 horsepower and 260 lb.-ft. of torque and is mated to a smooth-shifting six-speed automatic transmission
  • Journey CVP and SE models feature a standard 2.4-litre 16-valve DOHC four-cylinder engine, which produces 173 horsepower and 166 lb.-ft. of torque, linked to a four-speed automatic transmission
  • Journey maintains sculpted, clean, aggressive lines and a front fascia that sports the signature Dodge brand “split crosshair” grille. Bold “ring of fire” LED tail lamps feature a distinctive style, while 19-inch aluminum wheels, standard on Crossroad and GT, provide a dramatic styling statement
  • Featuring an available largest-in-class Uconnect 8.4-inch touchscreen, standard Keyless Enter ‘n Go with push-button start and available heated steering wheel, Dodge Journey offers a slew of high-tech features at a price that is still affordable for families
  • Journey’s Uconnect touchscreen command centre offers navigation and voice-command music selections. With its touchscreen display and user-friendly, touch-key categories, connecting and controlling personal devices is simple, intuitive and customizable
  • Owners will feel like they have the world at their fingertips with the Journey’s Uconnect touchscreen command centre. From navigation to voice-command music selections, the Uconnect multimedia centre makes life in the Journey an excellent adventure for the driver and passengers. Two Uconnect models are available, all featuring easy-to-use controls and class-leading technology
  • Innovative removable in-floor storage bins ahead of the second-row seats are standard on all trims and can hold everything from muddy clothes to soda cans or conceal valuables, such as a camera, laptop or purse
  • Journey’s interior is both spacious and functional. Second and optional third-row seats fold flat to create 67.6 cu. ft. of cargo space. Second-row seats recline and have available class-exclusive integrated child booster seats
  • Journey has more than 50 standard and available safety and security features, including multistage front passenger air bags, active head restraints, electronic stability control with all-speed traction control, electronic roll mitigation and Brake Assist, driver-side knee blocker air bag, side-curtain air bags covering all three rows, front seat-mounted side air bags, LATCH child seat anchor system and trailer-sway control are standard on all Dodge Journey models
 
Model Lineup
For 2018, the Dodge Journey lineup consists of five models:
  • CVP
  • SE Plus
  • SXT (FWD or AWD)
  • Crossroad (FWD or AWD)
  • GT (AWD)
 
Available Exterior Colours:
  • Spitfire Orange
  • Bruiser Grey
  • Redline Pearl
  • Jazz Blue Pearl
  • Olive Green
  • Granite Crystal Metallic
  • Billet Metallic
  • Pitch Black
  • Pearl White
  • White
 
Available Interior Colours:
  • Black
  • Light Frost Beige
  • Black/Tan

FCA Canada
Founded as the Chrysler Corporation in 1925, FCA Canada Inc. is based in Windsor, Ontario, and celebrates its 97th anniversary in 2022. FCA Canada is a wholly owned subsidiary of FCA, a North American automaker based in Auburn Hills, Michigan and member of the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V. (FCA) family of companies. FCA Canada has approximately 440 dealers that sell Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep®, Ram, FIAT and Alfa Romeo products, as well as SRT performance products. The company also distributes Mopar and Alfa Romeo parts and accessories. In addition to its assembly facilities, which produce the Chrysler Pacifica, Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid, Chrysler Voyager and Chrysler Grand Caravan (Windsor) and Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger and Dodge Challenger (Brampton), FCA Canada operates an aluminum casting plant in Etobicoke, a research and development centre in Windsor, and has sales offices and parts distribution centers throughout the country.  
 

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