You’ll want to make this Journey a lifetime ride.

The 2009 Dodge Journey has arrived. As it joins the midsize crossover category, it is certainly worth a look. The Journey gets all of the basics right and offers more amenities than other competitors in its class do.

Fans of the Dodge Avenger sedan will recognize some of its characteristics that have been carried over to the 2009 Dodge Journey. The Journey has a much longer wheelbase and room for up to seven. The most noteworthy characteristics of the Journey are its features and conveniences, which are skillfully and carefully designed with driver and passengers’ needs in mind. It’s completely loaded with clever features such as a cooled glovebox for soda or water bottles – very handy on road trips. There are several storage bins, compartments and cubbyholes plus an iPod holder in the center console.

The Journey is available in three trims, SE, SXT and the top-of-the-line sporty R/T. Buyers may choose front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. Standard equipment includes a tilt steering wheel, air conditioning, a six-CD changer and power windows, locks and mirrors on the base SE. Choosing the SXT will add 17-inch alloy wheels and features such as keyless entry, six-way power driver’s seat and heated side mirrors.

What’s dynamic isn’t always affordable. What’s affordable typically isn’t dynamic. To get where you’re going, you need a vehicle suited to your individual needs. That’s why Dodge is out to prove that it isn’t just the destination; it’s the Journey.

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