Yee-Haw! 2012 Dodge Durango Named “Full-Size SUV of Texas”

Nearly 60 journalists belonging to the Texas Automotive Writers Association (TAWA) spent two days driving the industry’s newest sport-utility and crossover vehicles in San Antonio late last week, and when the dust settled, the new Dodge Durango stood proud as the winner of the prestigious “Full-Size SUV of Texas” honor.

“It’s always an honor when opinion-leading journalists recognize the
tremendous capability, style and value we’re offering with our all-new
lineup of Dodge vehicles,” said Reid Bigland, President and CEO – Dodge
Brand. “With Durango’s standard seven-passenger seating, class-leading
towing capacity and driving range, the Dodge Durango offers a true
no-compromise solution, blending capability and refinement into one
stylish SUV.”

The TAWA media take many customer demands into consideration when
evaluating the vehicles, including everything from exterior styling and
on- and off-road capability, to the entrant’s overall utility, value and
fuel efficiency.

“The 2012 Dodge Durango made quite an impression at this year’s TAWA
Truck Rodeo,” said Mike Herzing, President of TAWA. “With its spacious
and refined interior, impressive driving dynamics, and class-leading
towing capability, it’s only fitting that the Dodge Durango is named the
2012 Full-Size SUV of Texas.”

Earlier this year, the Dodge Journey seven-seat crossover was recognized
by TAWA, winning the coveted “Family Car of Texas” award.

About Dodge Durango

With its class-leading towing and driving range of more than 550 miles,
V-6 and V-8 engine choices, four-wheel independent suspension, near
50:50 weight distribution, and responsive steering and handling, Durango
has functionality and driving dynamics unlike what you typically find
in a seven-seat Sport Utility. No other SUV on the road compares with
the all-new Dodge Durango’s distinctive bold Dodge design that craftily
houses a spacious three-row, seven-passenger functional, flexible and
premium interior, covered in soft-touch materials.

Durango features more than 30 storage areas, 28 seating configurations
and a rear cargo area of nearly 85 cubic feet that fits a six-foot couch
with room for coffee table or a 10-foot ladder with the front passenger
seat folded flat. Utility may be one of Durango’s key attributes, but
safety did not take a back seat during development. The 2012 Dodge
Durango was recently named a “Top Safety Pick” by the Insurance
Institute for Highway Safety.