Boy do I want to believe....

I can't conceive how a R/T w/392 can start under 50k???
Perhaps if that is the case then everyone up to this point has been overcharged, which I guess I can conceive.

 

Now that I think about it.... I think I'm getting a little suckered in.....

No V6, swap to 5.7 and R/T getting 6.4 were really not the issues, albeit nice additions/upgrades.

Real issues and that some have already alluded to... Uconnect software is 'mediocre' at best... is that changing/upgrading/improving at all or is that can just getting kicked down the road?
ANY.... security improvements that will bolster the vulnerability of the vehicle from getting heisted?

Will there be any effort at all into these two arenas or will Dodge just play the shell gave with existing engine platforms, paint and decals to keep trotting out basically the same vehicle?

 

Saying "Uconnect software is 'mediocre' at best" tells me you've never experienced the joys of Ford's or VW's entertainment systems

 

Gotta be honest, my u connect has been rock solid on my 24gt. It just works.

 

I don't believe the internet until it's true in real life. I don't need to care yet and I won't care yet. Dodge has ruined these kind of announcements for us before so I don't drink the Koolaid any longer. Just ask the Hellcat boys that bought their "one year only" Hellcats in '21. Dodge, like Disney, lies.

 

I placed my DD order in June for a 2025. Didn’t hear anything until early July that it was a 2026, and would be here on or around Aug 8-alas, no vehicle. Got a text from Dodge tonight saying it is now in production and est arrival is 9/3. Now, my question is-is she a V6 or V8? Don’t be too harsh on me, I’ve never ordered before.

 

Your build order will tell you.

 

If it's a V6 it might be a unicorn
Waaaaay back at the beginning of time there were alleged to be some 1998 3.9L V6 Durangos, but everybody said "no, they never actually made any of those!"
Until one showed up at Carlisle.

 

Well the day has come and go...and absolutely nothing in Dodge's website. I would like one of these though please.....

 

No, no, the public website won't be updated timely.

I went to the dealer. Everything is available to order, except the extra colors are invitation only, with unknown additional markup.

 

5 seat (bench 2nd row) configuration standard Hellcat SRT and Jailbreak!
Trailer tow can be added to the 5-seat configuration on either the regular or the Jailbreak without requiring Premium Package or changes to seating.
Looking good except for the colors.

 

Jailbreaks are absolutely on allocation, dealer will be configuring the specs for the allocations within the next week. If you want to factory order, it is necessary to get to the dealer to put in your spec before they get it finalized they way they want it. Possibly about 1 week is the estimate, until the next round of allocations.
Edit: 1 week from now, to get your spec ordered and override the dealer's spec. Once it's finalized no changes.

 

How about an R/T with the 6.4L but with RWD? It's heavy enough to minimize spinning at each light. Also, I had a 2023 Chrysler 300C with the 6.4L, I did not care for the gearing. I like a little longer 1st gear and lower RPM on the highway. I assumed the Grand Wagoneer with the 6.4 had less aggressive gearing. Like a Citadel version with the 6.4L would be my style. Have an R/T now, just needs a little more.....

 

I think I read somewhere earlier in this thread that V6 is/was still available for fleet orders.
But I might have imagined that.

 

This is true , no more V6 according to what I read which
I think is stupid. not everyone wants a V8 just for the mileage . I get 28-30 mpg on the highway not by the trip computer either . The V8's also have their issues with cams and lifters . I know some V6's will occasionaly have issues with this but I have had 3 Pentastars and
I have never had any major issue with them on 5000 mile oil changes . Also the extra cost for tuneups with having 16 sparkplugs and I am assuming 16 ignition coils . The V8 is fine and a lot of people love it but I just think it is stupid doing all V8 . They also should not be assuming the gas and mileage requirements arent going to be there because the minute the dems get in office again they will dump it because it has Trumps name on it .

 

Dodge has to get rid of the UdisCONNECT unreliability before I go for another Durango

 

Working perfectly on my 24GT

 

Dealers will add 50k to these units. Would be nice if Dodge prevented the capitalist pig dealer network from selling above MSRP.
BMW, Mercedes and Cadillac have done this, so Dodge can too.
During Covid a dealer in my area was tacking on $$$$ to a customer ordered vehicle. WTF!
No current Dodge is worth anything over MSRP, PERIOD! This is not the 60s/70s as there are no unicorns produced anymore, at least not by Mopar.

 

Are you talking about the R/T 392s?

 

Dodge Brings HEMI® Muscle To The Durango GT At Woodward

Dodge brings HEMI® muscle to the Durango GT with powerful V8 performance that turns heads at Woodward Dream Cruise.

moparinsiders.com

Tow n go available on a gt!!!

 

Has anyone seen the new website with the 2026 models?? I have checked twice and it is not there...

 

Dealer ordering system has all the Hellcat information since last Wednesday 8/13. The R/T 392 information is not out yet.

 

Just ordered a 26 GT Premium w the 5.7. Blacktop, Green Machine color PFP
Priced lower than my 23 GT Premium and priced lower than a 25 RT Premium, too. MSRP $53,080

 

Just ordered a 26 GT Premium w the 5.7. Blacktop, Green Machine color PFP
Priced lower than my 23 GT Premium and priced lower than a 25 RT Premium, too.

Awesome news! Unfortunately this will kill resale value of 21 through 24 Durango's. Thankfully I got a really great deal on my preowned 24GT premium. Ill be trading it in next summer for a GT Blacktop.

 

Once the website shows 2026 models and pricing, every 2025 and older Durango will drop an immediate 15 percent more in resale value.

 

The demand for 6 cyl buyers will shift to used Durangos, which should get an uptick in pricing. Hellcats should remain unchanged other than usual depreciation. RT will see the impact you suggest going forward.

 

Well there are thousands of V6 rental cars to be had for the asking.

 

I wonder if the 2026 R/T will have the 392 but the base R/T will not have anything but the standard R/T suspension and the SRT suspension is part of a package or add on.
if not, then used SRTs will drop in pricing as well since you can get a base unit for under 55k.

 

All RTs will come with the 392. Even a base with cloth. Reason for the late start for RTs this year are because of a needed ramp up for 392's

 

The R/Ts will definitely get hit bad with resale value. More so than the v6. There's lots of buyers that want a v6. But yes, they still will take a hit.

 

Sorry if i missed this…. Will the RT with the 392 still have the regular RT suspension, wheels and brakes? Will there be a T&G option for the RT with the 392? If you can get an RT with the 392 and T&G option I still have the option for custom modes so I win! 🤣

 

Sho

They should have just left the RT as a 5.7 then the Scat Pack as the 392 and saved SRT for the Hellcat to avoid any confusion and saved room for a GT if they wanted to add it later.

 

Custom mode for the win. The best way to integrate coil overs into the system without failing state inspection.

I set suspension to "track" and no more MIL.