Auto loans: 2012 Dodge Durango
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 12.5 to 15.4 L/100 km combined (EPA). 10 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 12.5 to 15.4 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 10
For sale
We do not have a 2012 Dodge Durango for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2012 Dodge Durango specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.6L 6-cylinder | 3.6L 6-cylinder | 5.7L 8-cylinder | 5.7L 8-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Four-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 14.4 L/100 km | 14.5 L/100 km | 17.0 L/100 km | 18.3 L/100 km |
| Highway | 10.2 L/100 km | 10.4 L/100 km | 12.0 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km |
| Combined | 12.5 L/100 km | 12.7 L/100 km | 14.8 L/100 km | 15.4 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 291 g/km | 291 g/km | 345 g/km | 368 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $19.38 | $19.69 | $22.94 | $23.87 |
2012 Dodge Durango: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.6 L | 3.6 L | 5.7 L | 5.7 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 16 | 16 | 14 | 13 |
| MPG highway (US) | 23 | 23 | 20 | 20 |
| MPG combined (US) | 19 | 19 | 16 | 15 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 23 | 23 | 19 | 18 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,550 | US$3,550 | US$4,750 | US$5,050 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,876 | $3,938 | $4,588 | $4,774 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2012 Dodge Durango
- NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 640 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (347), engine (141) and fuel/propulsion system (89). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19V813000 | 2019-11-14 | electrical system | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 3.6, 5.7, or 6.4 liter engine and previously recalled under NHTSA Recall 14V530 or 15V115. The fuel pump relay inside the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM-7) may fail, causing the vehicle to... |
| 17V572000 | 2017-09-18 | service brakes | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles had brake booster shields installed under a previous campaign to prevent water from entering the brake booster and limiting braking ability. This recall is to verify that the brake booster... |
| 17V435000 | 2017-07-10 | electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) and are equipped with a 5.7L or a 3.6L engine and a 160, 180 or 220 amp... |
| 15V879000 | 2015-12-28 | interior lighting | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured December 3, 2009, to September 1, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the wiring for the vanity lamp in the sun visor may short circuit, after having been remedied for a prior recall for the... |
| 15V115000 | 2015-02-27 | electrical system | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured September 17, 2010, to August 19, 2013, and equipped with a 3.6, 5.7 or 6.4 liter engine, and 2012-2013 Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured January 18, 2011, to August 19, 2013, and equipped with a 3.6 or 5.7... |
| 14V634000 | 2014-10-08 | electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator | Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Durango; and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured April 22, 2010, to January 2, 2014, and equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator... |
| 14V391000 | 2014-07-02 | electrical system:wiring | Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 5, 2010, through December 11, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the wiring for the vanity lamp in the sun visor may short circuit, after a service repair is performed. |
| 14V154000 | 2014-04-01 | service brakes | Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured from January 5, 2010, through September 8, 2013. The subject vehicles have a brake booster with a center shell that may corrode and allow water to get inside. |
| 14V104000 | 2014-03-04 | service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip | Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured October 11, 2011, through October 1, 2012. Under certain braking events, the Ready Alert Braking System (RAB) may result in the driver experiencing a hard brake pedal feel. |
| 11V487000 | 2011-09-29 | engine and engine cooling | CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CHRYSLER VEHICLES, INCLUDING 200 AND TOWN AND COUNTRY MODELS, DODGE VEHICLES, INCLUDING CHARGER, DURANGO, GRAND CARAVAN AND JOURNEY MODELS AND JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 31, 2011, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 13, 2011, THAT ARE EQUIPPED WITH 3.6L... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2012 Dodge Durango: before you buy
CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 2012 Dodge Durango; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Here is the 2012 Dodge Durango for buyers: fuel use, size, recalls and a test drive that lasts a week.
Recalls and complaints
NHTSA has 640 owner complaints on file, mostly about electrical system, engine and fuel/propulsion system. There are 10 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package.
What the figures tell you
The 3.6L 6-cylinder does the work, through a 5-speed automatic. It runs on regular gas. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
By the EPA's combined rating of 12.5 L/100 km, 300 km takes about 38 litres. Driving 300 km costs roughly $58.14 at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$3,550 a year for 15,000 miles.
What to expect from the Durango
Its SUV body gives a high seating position and an easy load height.
When the Durango makes sense
It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going. It uses more fuel than most, so it suits shorter trips or people who need its size.
Drive it on your own roads
If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent the Durango for a week and see how it fits your life.
What it costs to run
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $19.38 in fuel. A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car.
Which one to look for
If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.
Send a request
Want to try the model first? Send a request with your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2012 Dodge Durango from us first.
Ask us about the 2012 Dodge Durango
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2012 Dodge Durango for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2012 Dodge Durango
Does CarmaCars sell the 2012 Dodge Durango?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2012 Dodge Durango before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2012 Dodge Durango have recalls?
NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2012 Dodge Durango cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,550 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3876.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.