Download Print Press Kit: 2006 Dodge Durango, What's New for '06 2006 Dodge Durango Product Chronology Auburn Hills, Mich. August 31, 2005 - 2005 Model Year All-new Durango Adventurer model debuts, featuring a standard Thule rack with choice of six-rack systems or an Adventurer Accessory kit, Satin Silver tubular side steps and roof rack side rails, reversible slush mats, rubberized and washable cargo liner with built-in rear cargo organizer, mineral gray side moldings with Satin Silver inserts and mineral gray painted front and rear fascias. Heated seats (with carbon fiber seat heating elements) made available on SLT model with both cloth and leather seats. Automatic headlamps packaged with Interior Convenience Group and made available on SLT models. Leather-wrapped steering wheel with remote audio controls packaged with Premium I and Premium II audio systems and is available on SLT models. A 50/50 split third-row seat becomes available in cloth (no longer requires leather) and the leather third-row bench is replaced with a 50/50 split bench. SXT model adds standard roof side rails and molded-in color bodyside molding; molded-in color running boards; and six-disc CD radio becomes optional ('05 MY running change). Leather steering wheel added to the SLT Leather Package (late add in '04 MY). Full-screen navigation system with integrated control unit optional on Limited models. Exterior paint: Mineral Gray replaces Graphite Metallic. 2004 Model Year All-new "from the ground up" design New exterior styling emphasizes Dodge identity More spacious interior and more cargo room New 210-horsepower 3.7-liter V-6 engine (two-wheel drive only) New 335-horsepower 5.7-liter HEMI Magnum V-8 engine Tow/haul transmission feature with V-8 engines New standard four-wheel disc ABS New traction control system available New longer wheelbase, new wider track and new coil spring rear suspension for improved ride and handling New fully hydroformed frame for increased stiffness and durability Redesigned interior Five- and seven-passenger seating Dual-stage front air bags with passenger seat occupant-sensing system New UConnect hands-free communications system with Bluetooth wireless technology available New nine-speaker 368-watt Infinity® sound system available New Satellite digital audio radio available New factory-installed DVD system available New automatic temperature control air conditioning (standard on Limited) New adjustable foot pedals available (standard on Limited) Power sun roof available 2003 Model Year Standard four-wheel disc brakes for increased stopping power New 16-inch x 7-inch cast-aluminum wheels, standard on Sport models P245/70R16 black sidewall on/off road tires, standard on Sport 4x4 40/20/40 second-row seat is standard Four-gauge cluster standard on Sport and SXT Optional AM/FM stereo radio with six-disc in-dash CD Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH) child seat anchor system on outboard seating positions of the intermediate seat Constant force retractors Interior upper head impact protection-Front driver and passenger, meets 2003 federal standard Available supplemental side air bags, front- and second-row seats(a) 2002 Model Year Sport, SLT, SLT Plus and R/T price classes replace corresponding décor groups New SXT model 5-45RFE five-speed automatic transmission with 4.7-liter engine (January 2002 introduction) Rear-wheel anti-lock brake system includes EBA (Electronic Brake Apportioning) Curtain-type supplemental side air bags added for front- and second-row seats Brake-shift interlock added 2001 Model Year Next-generation 4.7-liter Magnum V-8 engine and four-speed 45RFE automatic transmission standard on two-wheel drive models NV233HD and NV244 electronically shifted four-wheel drive transfer cases with rotary instrument panel control All-new interior, including instrument panel, seat styles, floor console and trim panels 2000 Model Year Sport model with unique exterior and interior appearance Next-generation 4.7-liter Magnum V-8 engine and four-speed 45RFE automatic transmission available on four-wheel drive models Redesigned optional full-time transfer case eliminates two-wheel drive mode R/T Group (mid-year introduction), including 17-inch x 9-inch cast-aluminum wheels, P275/60R17 black sidewall tires, unique suspension calibration, R/T nameplates, sport-tuned exhaust with chrome tips and two-tone suede seat inserts Rack and pinion steering system on four-wheel drive models Next-generation 4.7-liter Magnum V-8 engine meets Ultra Low Emission Vehicle requirements in California 1999 Model Year Two-wheel drive available Upgraded 4x4 steering gear 5.2-liter and 5.9-liter V-8 LEV (Low Emission Vehicle) engines available 60/40 split-folding second seat for increased leg room in two-seat configuration (a) Certified to federal regulations that allow less forceful air bags. Always use seat belts. Remember, a back seat is the safest place for children. 1998 Model Year Initial introduction 5.2-liter, OHV, 16-valve, SMPI V-8 engine standard 5.9-liter, OHV, 16-valve, SMPI V-8 engine optional Four-speed overdrive automatic transmission Four-wheel drive with part-time or full-time transfer case Body-on-frame construction Forward-facing third-seat option Next-generation driver and passenger air bags (running change)(a) (a) Certified to federal regulations that allow less forceful air bags. Always use seat belts. Remember, a back seat is the safest place for children.