2022 Dodge Durango — Full Specifications
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The 2022 Dodge Durango is an SUV offered with 3 engines (3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 6.4L 8-cyl). Its most fuel-efficient configuration returns around 25 mpg (UK) / 21 mpg (US EPA) combined, with 18–25 mpg (UK) across all configurations. Owners often keep a Dodge Durango workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2021 Dodge Durango: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 25 mpg (UK) combined. No longer listed: 6.2L 8-cyl supercharged. It carries the same 4★ overall NHTSA rating.
Full Specifications
| Engine (most efficient) | 3.6L 6-cyl |
|---|---|
| Engine options | 3.6L 6-cyl · 5.7L 8-cyl · 6.4L 8-cyl |
| Transmission (most efficient) | Automatic 8-spd |
| Fuel Type | Regular Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 25 combined / 23 urban / 31 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 21 combined / 19 city / 26 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 257 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 3 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $3,200 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 5 configurations for the 2022 Dodge Durango across 3 engines (3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 6.4L 8-cyl). Combined fuel economy ranges from 15 to 21 mpg (US), or 18 to 25 mpg (UK), depending on engine, transmission and drive. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 25 | 21 (18/25) | 265 | $3,200 |
| 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 25 | 21 (19/26) | 257 | $3,200 |
| 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 20 | 17 (14/22) | 331 | $4,450 |
| 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 17 (14/22) | 326 | $4,450 |
| 6.4L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 15 (13/19) | 363 | $5,500 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
Owner Essentials for the 2022 Dodge Durango
Running Costs: 2022 Dodge Durango
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2022 Dodge Durango at 25 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,455 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $3,200 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2022 Dodge Durango Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists 7 safety recall campaigns that include the 2022 Dodge Durango (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Structure (2), Back over prevention (1), Electronic stability control (esc) (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Structure — campaign 26V528000, reported 13 August 2026. Risk: A damaged rear spoiler may detach and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Back over prevention — campaign 24V436000, reported 13 June 2024. Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Electronic stability control (esc) — campaign 24V415000, reported 6 June 2024. Risk: Driving with a disabled electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash.
- Structure — campaign 23V115000, reported 23 February 2023. Risk: A damaged rear spoiler can detach and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Showing the 4 most recent of 7 campaigns.
Owners have filed 58 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Dodge Durango. The most-reported areas are Exterior lighting (25), Electrical system (11), Engine (10). Complaints include 2 reported crashes, 1 reported fire, 1 reported injury. That is well below the median of 182 complaints across the 16 Dodge Durango model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2022 Dodge Durango
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Lighting (25 owner complaints) — Check every exterior light works and look for moisture inside the lamp housings.
- Transmission & drivetrain (1 recall campaign · 9 owner complaints) — On the test drive, watch for hesitation, jerking or slipping between gears and ask for transmission service history.
- Body structure (2 recall campaigns) — Inspect for corrosion and for subframe or body-panel damage, especially underneath.
- Electrical system (11 owner complaints) — Test every switch, window, light and warning lamp on a test drive, and ask about battery or alternator replacements.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Dodge Durango compare to similar SUVs? For context, SUVs in our database average around 27 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 25 mpg figure is 2 mpg below that average. This comparison is based on 1824 SUVs in our dataset.
At 25 mpg (UK) combined it sits close to the 25 mpg average for Dodge models in our database. Its 257 g/km CO₂ figure is 12 g/km lower than the 269 g/km Dodge average.
Of the 16 Dodge Durango model years we cover, the 2022 is the most economical on its best configuration (25 mpg UK combined). See every Dodge Durango year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2022 Dodge Durango have?
EPA lists 3 engines for the 2022 Dodge Durango: 3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 6.4L 8-cyl. The most fuel-efficient configuration pairs the 3.6L 6-cyl with a automatic 8-spd.
What is the fuel economy of the 2022 Dodge Durango?
The most efficient configuration returns around 25 mpg (UK) combined, or 21 mpg on the US EPA cycle. Across all configurations the UK combined figure runs from 18 to 25 mpg.
How much does the 2022 Dodge Durango cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $3,200 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2022 Dodge Durango have a good safety rating?
It holds an overall NHTSA rating of 4 stars, with 4 stars for frontal crash protection.
Does the 2022 Dodge Durango have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 7 safety recall campaigns that include the 2022 Dodge Durango (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Structure (2), Back over prevention (1), Electronic stability control (esc) (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2022 Dodge Durango?
Among the 58 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Exterior lighting (25 complaints), Electrical system (11 complaints), Engine (10 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
Is the Dodge Durango's fuel economy good for an SUV?
It returns around 25 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 27 mpg among the SUVs we track.