New Cars

I had a vague notion that the Dodge Journey would be a cheap, dull, and disappointing small crossover — it was conceived five years ago during some of Chrysler Group’s less successful years. I was pleasantly surprised, then, to drive the Journey and find it mature, stylish, and remarkably comfortable. Much credit goes to the Pentastar V-6, as excellent here as in any other new Chrysler vehicle; it provides ample power while remaining quiet and smooth. I really dig the LED taillights, and the interior (freshened for 2011) impressed me with its attractive materials and cool ambient lighting.

Photo Gallery: 2012 Dodge Journey SXT – Editors’ Notebook – Automobile Magazine

Photo Gallery: 2012 Dodge Journey SXT – Editors’ Notebook – Automobile Magazine