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When did the first Dodge Durango come out?

I’m looking to buy an older Dodge Durango, my buddy told me the first model year was great. Can you tell me when Dodge made the first Durango?

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Mary Alice Morris · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Your friend might know what they’re talking about! The first Dodge Durango came out in 1998, and it was well-reviewed and well-received. Beware of the 1999 model year, however. This one had issues with occasional stalling, air conditioning odors, and a cam sensor issue that could cause the car’s ignition to not start.
The 1998 Dodge Durango SLT, which was the base level trim, included:
  • Keyless entry
  • Power doors
  • Power locks
  • Power windows
  • 15-inch alloy wheels
  • AM/FM stereo with cassette player
  • V6 engine with an available V8
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