Still lookin at getting into a Durango with the 3.6, one question, I have a 18ft bowrider to tow probably 3500lbs roughly. I know the Durango with the 3.6 is rated at 6200, but anyone here tow a similiar size boat, and what kind of mileage you gettin. Thanks

 

I have a 24' Deckboat weighing in around 5500lbs and the durango tows it great. We only tow about 10 miles to the lake, so I don't have an accurate mpg, but the hp is there for your towing needs. I wouldn't think your boat will put a large dent in the mpg, It's not very heavy and it's arrow dynamic.

 

No real world experience since I have the Hemi and havent towed but in the year i'm around here i've seen a number of guys with the V6 tow significantly heavier loads, you should be fine!

 

I've posted on this topic before. I tow an 18.5 foot Ranger Reata that is powered by a 175 HP Evinrude. Total weight of boat, motor, trailer and contents of boat are close to 4000 pounds. I descend and ascend a hill that is at 8% grade to get to the boat launch in my area, plus haul the boat to northern Wisconsin each year for a two week fishing trip. My 2011 Crew with tow package does a fine job towing my rig which was one of the reasons I bought it vs other similar size SUVs it competes with. Gas mileage when towing is in the 14 MPG range. Gas mileage is not really a big issue with me when towing since I know it will be dramatically impacted. I would not hesitate buying another Durango with a V6 and tow package.

 

GDM,
Great info thanks. I knew the D could handle my boat no problem just curious as to how the tranny does and what mileage would be. Thanks again.