Dodge Journey · Model year 2016 · No longer built
2016 Dodge Journey specs, maintenance & manuals
Everything the manufacturer published about the 2016 Dodge Journey in one place: the factory spec sheet, the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 6 manufacturer publications.
- Horsepower
- 173–283 hp
- Combined MPG
- 19–21
- Recalls
- 4
- Schedule covers
- 150k miles
What changed for the 2016 Dodge Journey
The 2016 Journey versus 2015: what's different, from the factory charts and spec sheets.
- New trim: Crossroad Plus.
- Dropped trims: AVP and Limited.
- New option package: Popular Equipment Group Crossroad Plus.
- Packages no longer offered: Popular Equipment Group SXT, Sun and Sound Group, Sun, Sound and Wheel Group and Wheels and Tunes Group.
- 50/50 fold-flat seat with recline is now standard on SXT, Crossroad and R/T.
- No longer standard or offered on some trims: Front-passenger Flip ‘n Stow in-seat storage (SE and Crossroad), Garmin navigation (SXT and Crossroad) and Heated front seats (SXT and Crossroad).
- New to the equipment chart: Tire-pressure monitor display.
- Paint: dropped Pearl and Tan.
All the differences we found
Newly standard
- Third Row: 50/50 fold-flat seat with recline — SXT, Crossroad, R/T
- Climate Control: Dual-zone automatic temperature control — SXT
- Climate Control: Three-zone manual temperature control — Crossroad
- Climate Control: Three-zone manual temperature control — SXT
- Driver sun visor with mirror; passenger visor — Crossroad
- Easy entry 40/60 Tilt ’n Slide seat with recline — SXT, Crossroad, R/T
- Manual driver height adjuster — Crossroad
- Premium cloth low-back bucket seats — Crossroad
- Tail lamps: Incandescent — SE
- Three-zone automatic temperature control — R/T
- Windows: Power with driver's one-touch down — SXT, Crossroad
Newly available
- Mirrors: Gloss Black, fold away, power heated — R/T
- 19-in. Gloss Black cast-aluminum wheels — R/T
- Body: Bright exhaust tip, dual — SE
- Grille: Gloss Black — R/T
Moved from standard to optional
- Body: Bright exhaust tip, dual — Crossroad
- SiriusXM Radio — with one-year service contract — SXT
No longer offered on some trims
- Front-passenger Flip ‘n Stow in-seat storage — SE, Crossroad
- Garmin navigation — SXT, Crossroad
- Heated front seats — SXT, Crossroad
- Leather-trimmed bucket seats — SXT
- Leather-trimmed with sport mesh inserts — Crossroad
- ParkSense rear park assist — SXT, Crossroad
- ParkView rear backup camera — SXT, Crossroad
- Sunroof — power with express open/close — SXT, Crossroad
- Climate Control: Manual dual-zone temperature control — SXT
- Driver and front-passenger sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors — SXT, Crossroad
- Lighting: Automatic halogen headlamps — SXT, Crossroad
- Power four-way driver lumbar adjuster — SE, Crossroad
- Power six-way driver seat — SE, Crossroad
- Rear Seat Video Package with 9-in. video screen — SXT, Crossroad
- Security Alarm — SE, Crossroad
- Tail lamps: LED — SE
- Three-zone automatic temperature control — SXT, Crossroad
- Windows: Power with front row one-touch up/down — SXT, Crossroad
Listed for the first time on the equipment chart
- Tire-pressure monitor display — standard: SE, SXT, Crossroad, Crossroad Plus, R/T
- Fascia: Standard — standard: SE
- P225/55R19 BSW All-season Touring — standard: Crossroad, Crossroad Plus, R/T — optional: SXT
- P225/65R17 BSW All-season Touring — standard: SE, SXT
- Sunscreen glass — standard: SE, SXT, Crossroad, Crossroad Plus, R/T
No longer on the equipment chart
- 19-in. Chrome-clad cast-aluminum wheels
- Body: Bright door handles
- Bright side roof rails
- Fascias: Standard
- Glass: Deep tint sunscreen
- Glass: Solar control
- Lighting: Daytime running lamps
- P225/55R19 BSW AS Touring
- P225/65R17 BSW AS Touring
- TPM display
Compared automatically from the manufacturer's trim feature charts, specification sheets, towing guides and the EPA's fuel-economy data for 2015 and 2016. Equipment varies by trim and market; confirm details on a specific vehicle.
2016 Dodge Journey specs & features
Engines, gear ratios, suspension, brakes, dimensions and capacities as published in the manufacturer's 2016 specification sheet.
General information3 specs
- Body Style
- Four-door; five- or seven-passenger
- Assembly Plant
- Toluca Assembly, Mexico
- EPA Vehicle Class
- Sport-utility vehicle
Body/chassis2 specs
- Layout
- Transverse front engine, front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive
- Construction
- Steel unibody
Engines30 specs
| 2.4-liter DOHC 16-valve, VVT, SMPI I-4 | |
| Availability | SE, SXT and Crossroad |
| Type and Description | Four cylinders in-line, tuned intake manifold with dual counter-rotating balance shafts and dual variable-valve timing |
| Displacement | 144 cu. in. (2,360 cu. cm) |
| Bore x Stroke | 3.46 x 3.82 (88 x 97) |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Power (SAE net, estimated) | 173 hp (129 kW) @ 6,000 rpm (71 hp/liter) |
| Torque (SAE net, estimated) | 166 lb.-ft. (225 N•m) @ 4,000 rpm |
| Maximum Engine Speed | 6,500 rpm (electronically limited) |
| Fuel Requirement | Unleaded regular, 87 octane (R+M)/2 |
| Oil Capacity | 4.5 quarts with filter (4.26 liters) SAE 5W-20 |
| Coolant Capacity | 7.9 quarts (7.5 liters) — single-zone climate control |
| Emission Controls | Single catalytic converter, dual heated oxygen sensors and internal engine features |
| EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city/hwy) | 19/26 |
| Engine Assembly Plant | Dundee Engine Plant, Dundee, Mich. |
| 3.6-liter DOHC 24-valve, VVT, SMPI I-4 | |
| Availability | SE, AWD, SXT, Crossroad and R/T |
| Type and Description | 60-degree bank angle, liquid-cooled, three-plenum intake manifold with electronically controlled manifold tuning valve and short-runner valves |
| Displacement | 220 cu. in. (3,605 cu. cm) |
| Bore x Stroke | 3.78 x 3.19 (96 x 81) |
| Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 |
| Valve System | DOHC, 24 valves, hydraulic, center-pivot roller rocker arms |
| Fuel Injection | Sequential, multiport, electronic |
| Power (SAE net, estimated) | 283 hp (211 kW) @ 6,350 rpm (67.1 hp/liter) |
| Torque (SAE net, estimated) | 260 lb.-ft. (353 N•m) @ 4,400 rpm |
| Maximum Engine Speed | 6,800 rpm (electronically limited) |
| Fuel Requirement | Unleaded regular, 87 octane (R+M)/2; Ethanol E85 |
| Oil Capacity | 5.5 quarts with filter (5.2 liters) SAE 10W-30 MAF |
| Coolant Capacity | 10.6 quarts (10 liters) — single- or dual-zone climate control; 11.6 quarts (11 liters) — tri-zone climate control |
| Emission Controls | Three-way catalytic converter, electronic EGR, and internal engine features |
| EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city/hwy) | 17/25 FWD; 16/24 AWD |
| Engine Assembly Plant | Trenton Engine Plant, Trenton, Mich. |
Transmissions21 specs
| 40TES automatic four-speed overdrive | |
| Availability | SE, SXT and Crossroad with 2.4-liter engine |
| Description | Four-speed overdrive, adaptive electronic control, electronically modulated converter clutch |
| Final-drive Ratio | 4.28 |
| Overall Top-gear | 2.95 |
| 62TE/62TEA automatic six-speed overdrive | |
| Availability | AWD, SE, SXT, Crossroad and R/T with 3.6-liter V-6 |
| Description | Six-speed, adaptive electronic control and electronically modulated torque converter clutch |
| Transfer Ratio | 0.95 |
| Final-drive Ratio | 3.16 |
| Overall Top-gear | 2.06 |
| Gear ratios | 40TES automatic four-speed overdrive | 62TE/62TEA automatic six-speed overdrive |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2.842 | 4.127 |
| 2nd | 1.57 | 2.842 |
| 3rd | 1.0 | 2.283 |
| 4th | 0.69 | 1.452 — Upshift; 1.570 — WOT kickdown |
| 5th | — | 1.00 |
| 6th | — | 0.690 |
| Reverse | 2.21 | 3.214 |
— not listed or not applicable
Drivetrains4 specs
| front-wheel drive | |
| Availability | SE, SXT, Crossroad and R/T |
| all-wheel drive | |
| Availability | SE, SXT, Crossroad and R/T with 3.6-liter V-6 |
| Type | Electronically controlled coupling (ECC) with variable torque output |
| Rear Differential | Open |
Electrical system2 specs
- Alternator
- 160-amp — Standard on all Journey models
- Battery
- 525-amp maintenance-free
Suspension2 specs
- Front
- Independent MacPherson strut, coil spring over gas-charged shock absorbers, stabilizer bar with isolated suspension cradle
- Rear
- Multi-link independent with coil springs, link-type stabilizer bar, gas-charged shock absorbers and isolated rear suspension cradle
Steering5 specs
- Type
- Power rack and pinion
- Overall Ratio
- 16.45
- Turning Diameter (curb-to-curb) (ft./m)
- 38.5 (11.7) — 17-in. wheels and tires; 39.0 (11.9) — 19-in. wheels and tires
- Steering Turns (lock-to-lock)
- 2.92
- P/S pump
- Hydraulic
Brakes3 specs
| front | rear | |
|---|---|---|
| Rotor size and type | 13.0 x 1.1 (330 x 28) vented rotor | 12.9 x 0.47 (328 x 12) solid rotor |
| Caliper size and type | 2.0 (51.0) two-piston floating caliper | 1.8 (45.0) single-piston floating caliper |
| Swept area, (sq. in. / sq. cm) | 73.6 (475) | 66.5 (429) |
Dimensions and capacities22 specs
- Wheelbase
- 113.8 (2,889.8)
- Overhang — Front
- 38.9 (989.3)
- Overhang — Rear
- 39.7 (1,008.5)
- Track — Front
- 61.8 (1,570.8)
- Track — Rear
- 62.3 (1,581.8)
- Overall Length
- 192.4 (4,887.6)
- Overall Width
- 72.2 (1,834.5)
- Overall Width with Mirrors
- 83.7 (2,127.0)
- Overall Height
- 66.6 (1,692.6)
- Vehicle Height including Roof Rack Assembly
- 69.5 (1,765.2)
- Drag Coefficient (Cd)
- 0.368
- Fuel Tank Capacity, gallons (liters): 2.4-liter and 3.6-liter FWD
- 20.5 (77.6)
- Fuel Tank Capacity, gallons (liters): 3.6-liter AWD
- 21.1 (79.87)
- Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), lbs. (kg): Five-passenger vehicle, FWD 2.4-liter
- 5,005 (2,270)
- Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), lbs. (kg): Seven-passenger vehicle, FWD 2.4-liter
- 5,250 (2,381)
- Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), lbs. (kg): Five-passenger vehicle, AWD 3.6-liter
- 5,600 (2,540)
- Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), lbs. (kg): Seven-passenger vehicle, FWD-3.6-liter
- 5,475 (2,483)
- Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), lbs. (kg): Seven-passenger vehicle, AWD 3.6-liter
- 5,600 (2,540)
- Towing Capabilities, lbs. (kg): 2.4-liter I-4 with Automatic Transaxle
- 1,000 (450)
- Towing Capabilities, lbs. (kg): 3.6-liter V-6 with Automatic Transaxle, FWD or AWD
- 2,500 (1,135)
- Curb Weight, Five-passenger Vehicle, Automatic Transaxle lbs. (kg): 2.4-liter I-4 Federal Engine
- FWD — 3,818 (1,735)
- Curb Weight, Five-passenger Vehicle, Automatic Transaxle lbs. (kg): 3.6-liter V-6 Engine
- FWD — 4,054 (1,843); AWD — 4,238 (1,926)
Accommodations29 specs
- Seating Capacity (front/second/third rows)
- 2/3 standard, 2/3/2 optional
- EPA Volume Index, cu. ft. (cu. m)
- 133.975 (3.794) – seven-passenger; 134.552 (3.810) – five-passenger
- Total Interior Passenger Compartment Volume, cu. ft. (cu. m)
- 123.701 (3.503) – seven-passenger; 99.614 (2.821) – five-passenger
- Front row: Headroom without Sunroof
- 40.8 (1,036.3)
- Front row: Headroom with Sunroof
- 39.2 (995.0)
- Front row: Legroom
- 40.8 (1,036.3)
- Front row: Shoulder Room
- 57.5 (1,459.7)
- Front row: Hip Room
- 53.8 (1,366.5)
- Front row: Seat Travel
- 10.23 (260)
- Front Compartment Volume, cu. ft. (cu. m)
- 55.39 (1.57)
- Second row: Headroom without Sunroof
- 39.9 (1,013.0)
- Second row: Headroom with Sunroof
- 39.2 (994.8)
- Second row: Legroom
- 36.1 (916.7)
- Second row: Couple, First to Second Row
- 30.5 (773.8)
- Second row: Shoulder Room
- 56.9 (1,444.4)
- Second row: Hip Room
- 54.4 (1,381.9)
- EPA Rear Seat Volume Index or Third row Volume, (cu. ft. / cu. m)
- 44.1 (1.2)
- Third row: Headroom
- 37.7 (957.4)
- Third row: Legroom
- 23.4 (595.5)
- Third row: Couple, Second to Third Row
- 30.1 (765.1)
- Third row: Shoulder Room
- 43.5 (1,104.9)
- Third row: Hip Room
- 40.0 (1,016.3)
- Rear Passenger Volume, (cu. ft. / cu. m)
- 22.2 (0.63)
- Cargo Width @ Wheelhouse
- 41.4 (1,050.5)
- Trunk Liftover Height
- 30.8 (782.4)
- Cargo Volume: Behind First-Row Seat, cu. ft. (cu. m)
- 67.6 (1.915)
- Cargo Volume: Behind Second-Row Seat, cu. ft. (cu. m) (5-passenger vehicles)
- 39.61 (1.121)
- Cargo Volume: Behind Second-Row Seat, cu. ft. (cu. m) (7-passenger vehicles)
- 37.0 (1.0)
- Cargo Volume: Behind Third-Row Seat, cu. ft. (cu. m)
- 10.7 (0.3)
Wheels7 options
| Availability | Size | Type and Material |
|---|---|---|
| Standard — SE | 17 x 6.5 | Steel with wheel covers |
| Available — SE | 17 x 6.5 | Machined cast-aluminum, five-spoke |
| Standard — SXT | 17 x 6.5 | Machined cast-aluminum, twin five-spoke |
| Standard — R/T; Optional — SXT | 19 x 7.0 | Machined cast-aluminum, 10-spoke Tech Silver (Optional – SXT), Satin Carbon finish (R/T) or Gloss Black finish (SXT or R/T Blacktop package) |
| Standard — Crossroad | 19 x 7.0 | Machined cast-aluminum, five-spoke Hyper Black finish |
| Optional — SXT Chrome Package | 19 x 7.0 | Chrome-clad cast-aluminum, six-spoke |
| Standard — all models | — | Temporary spare steel wheel |
— not listed or not applicable
Tires3 options
| Availability | Model | Revs per Mile (km) | Size and Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard — SE and SXT | Kumho Solus KH16 | 725 (471) | P225/65R17, All-season Touring |
| Standard — Crossroad and R/T | Kumho Solus KH16 | 711 (444) | 225/55R19, All-season Touring |
| Standard — all Journey models | — | — | T145/70R17 temporary spare tire |
— not listed or not applicable
Brakesparking brake, power assist and safety systemsBrakes: parking brake, power assist and safety systems6 specs
- Parking Brake Type
- Standard — all Journey models
- Power-assist Type
- 9 x 9 (230 x 230) tandem-diaphragm vacuum
- Four–wheel Anti-lock Brakes
- Standard
- Electronic Stability Control
- Standard
- All-speed Traction Control
- Standard
- Brake Assist
- Standard
Source: 2016 Dodge Journey Specifications (Stellantis media site).
Which equipment is standard, optional or part of a package on each trim, from the manufacturer's 2016 feature availability guide.
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| Feature | SE | SXT | Crossroad | Crossroad Plus | R/T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior | |||||
| Billet Silver Metallic Coat, Granite Crystal Metallic Coat, Pearl White Tri‑Coat, Jazz Blue Pearl Coat, Olive Green Clear Coat (late availability), Pitch Black Clear Coat, Redline 2-coat Pearl Coat and White Clear Coat (Jazz Blue Pearl Coat and Olive Green Clear Coat are not available on R/T; Olive Green is not available with Blacktop Package) | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Body-color door handles | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| BodyBright exhaust tip, dual (FWD) | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Std |
| Bright exhaust tip, dual (AWD) | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| FasciaStandard | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Performance with Black accents | N/A | Std | N/A | N/A | Std |
| Performance with Platinum Chrome accents | N/A | N/A | Std | Std | N/A |
| Sunscreen glass | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| GrilleBright | Std | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body color | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Std |
| Gloss Black | N/A | Pkg | Std | Std | Pkg |
| Side sillsBlack | Std | Std | N/A | N/A | Std |
| Black, extended with Platinum Chrome accents | N/A | N/A | Std | Std | N/A |
| Sunroof — power with express open/close | N/A | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| LightingAutomatic halogen headlamps | N/A | N/A | N/A | Pkg | Std |
| Black headlamp bezels | N/A | Pkg | Std | Std | Std |
| Fog lamps | N/A | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Fog lamps with Gloss Black surrounds | N/A | N/A | Std | Std | N/A |
| Headlamp time delay off | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tail lampsIncandescent | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| LED | N/A | Std | N/A | N/A | Std |
| LED with Gloss Black bezels | N/A | N/A | Std | Std | N/A |
| MirrorsBlack, fold away, power heated | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body color, fold away, power heated | N/A | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Gloss Black, fold away, power heated | N/A | Pkg | N/A | N/A | Pkg |
| Roof RailsBlack side roof rails | Std | Std | N/A | N/A | Opt |
| Platinum Chrome roof rails | N/A | N/A | Std | Std | N/A |
| TiresP225/65R17 BSW All-season Touring | Std | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| P225/55R19 BSW All-season Touring | N/A | Pkg | Std | Std | Std |
| Compact spare | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Wheels17-in. steel wheels with wheel covers | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 17-in. aluminum wheels | Opt | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 19-in. Gloss Black cast-aluminum wheels | N/A | Pkg | N/A | N/A | Pkg |
| 19-in. Hyper Black, cast aluminum, five-spoke wheels | N/A | N/A | Std | Std | N/A |
| 19-in. Satin Silver cast-aluminum wheels | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 19-in. Satin Carbon cast-aluminum wheels | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Std |
| Wipers — variable-intermittent windshield wiper and rear window wiper | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Interior | |||||
| Auxiliary Power115-volt auxiliary outlet | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Std |
| 12-volt center console | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| 12-volt auxiliary | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| 12-volt DC front and rear | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Climate ControlManual dual-zone temperature control | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Max air conditioning feature | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Dual-zone automatic temperature control | N/A | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Three-zone manual temperature control | Pkg | Std | Std | N/A | N/A |
| Three-zone automatic temperature control | N/A | N/A | N/A | Std | Std |
| Air filtering | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| ColorsBlack | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | N/A |
| Black with red stitching | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Std |
| Black with Light Slate Grey stitching | N/A | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A |
| Light Frost Beige | Opt | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Floor mats — front and rear | Pkg | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Instrument cluster with Electronic Vehicle Information (EVIC) | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Instrument panel, soft-touch materials | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Multimedia SystemsUconnect 4.3 with 4.3-in. touchscreen, AM/FM radio, CD player, MP3/WMA, audio jack input and remote USB port | Std | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Uconnect 4.3S with 4.3-in. touchscreen, AM/FM radio, SiriusXM Radio, CD player, MP3/WMA, audio jack input and remote USB port | Opt | Pkg | Std | N/A | N/A |
| Uconnect 8.4 with 8.4-in. touchscreen, AM/FM radio, SiriusXM Radio, CD/DVD player, MP3/WMA/AAC, audio jack input, remote USB port and SD card slot | N/A | N/A | N/A | Std | Std |
| Uconnect 8.4N with 8.4-in. touchscreen, AM/FM radio, SiriusXM Radio, CD/DVD player, MP3/WMA/AAC, audio jack input, remote USB port, SD card slot, Uconnect Voice Command, Bluetooth streaming audio, handsfree texting and preprogrammed response, Garmin navigation with audible turn by turn directions, POI and Lane Guidance and SiriusXM Travel Link | N/A | N/A | N/A | Pkg | Pkg |
| SiriusXM Radio — with one-year service contract | Pkg | Pkg | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear Seat Video Package with 9-in. video screen | N/A | N/A | N/A | Pkg | Pkg |
| Speaker Systems — six speakers | Std | Std | Std | Std | N/A |
| Speaker SystemsPremium sound system with six Infinity speakers, subwoofer and 368-watt amplifier | N/A | N/A | N/A | Pkg | Std |
| SeatsPremium cloth low-back bucket seats | Std | Std | Std | N/A | N/A |
| Leather-trimmed bucket seats | N/A | N/A | N/A | Pkg | Std |
| Leather-trimmed with sport mesh inserts | N/A | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A |
| FrontPower four-way driver lumbar adjuster | N/A | Pkg | N/A | Std | Std |
| Manual driver height adjuster | Std | Std | Std | N/A | N/A |
| Power six-way driver seat | N/A | Pkg | N/A | Std | Std |
| Heated front seats | N/A | N/A | N/A | Pkg | Std |
| Front-passenger forward fold-flat seat with Flip ’n Stow in-seat storage | N/A | Pkg | N/A | Std | Std |
| 40/60 Seating with fore/aft adjustment and recline | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Second RowEasy entry 40/60 Tilt ’n Slide seat with recline | Pkg | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Second-row seat with two child boosters | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Third Row50/50 fold-flat seat with recline | Pkg | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Steering Column — tilt/telescoping | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Steering wheelUrethane | Std | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Leather-wrapped, includes steering-wheel-mounted audio controls | Pkg | Pkg | Std | Std | N/A |
| Dimple leather-wrapped with red stitching, includes steering-wheel-mounted audio controls | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Std |
| Mounted audio controls | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| StorageFront-passenger Flip ‘n Stow in-seat storage | N/A | Pkg | N/A | Std | Std |
| Second row in-floor storage bins | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Sunroof — power with express open/close | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | Opt |
| VisorsDriver sun visor with mirror; passenger visor | Std | Std | Std | N/A | N/A |
| Driver and front-passenger sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors | Pkg | N/A | N/A | Std | Std |
| WindowsPower with driver's one-touch down | Std | Std | Std | Std | N/A |
| Power with front row one-touch up/down | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Std |
| Powertrain and Chassis | |||||
| Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| All-wheel drive (AWD) | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| 2.4‑liter I‑4 engine with four-speed automatic transmission | Std | Std | Std | Std | N/A |
| 3.6‑liter V‑6 engine with six-speed automatic transmission | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Std |
| Anti-lock four-wheel disc brakes, hydraulic assist brake | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| 160-amp alternator | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Battery – 525 amp, maintenance free | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| 20.5 gallon (FWD models) | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| 21.1 gallon (AWD models) | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote start system | N/A | N/A | N/A | Pkg | Std |
| Speed control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| SteeringPerformance-tuned power steering | Std | Std | Std | Std | N/A |
| Firm-feel power steering | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Std |
| SuspensionNormal-duty (FWD) | Std | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Touring (FWD) | N/A | Pkg | Std | Std | N/A |
| Performance-tuned (AWD) | Std | Std | Std | Std | N/A |
| High-performance (FWD and AWD) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Std |
| Safety and Security | |||||
| Advanced multistage front | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Side-curtain for all rows | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Side, driver and front passenger seat mounted | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Driver inflatable knee air bag | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Anti-lock brake system (ABS) | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| All-speed traction control system (TCS) | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| BeltAlert | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Brake/Park interlock | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Dual-note electric horn | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Speed-sensitive automatic power | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| One-touch driver unlock, two-touch passenger door unlock key fob | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child-protection, rear | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Electronic brake-force distribution (EBD) | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Energy-absorbing steering column | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Garmin navigation | N/A | N/A | N/A | Pkg | Pkg |
| Height-adjustable seat belts | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Interior head-impact protection (active headrests) | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH) | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| ParkSense rear park assist | N/A | N/A | N/A | Pkg | Pkg |
| ParkView rear backup camera | N/A | N/A | N/A | Pkg | Pkg |
| Remote keyless/illuminated entry | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Security Alarm | N/A | Pkg | N/A | Pkg | Std |
| Seat belts — includes three-point for all positions | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tire-pressure monitor display | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Uconnect Voice Command — Includes auto-dimming rearview mirror with microphone and Uconnect phone | Opt | Opt | Std | Std | Std |
| Packages | |||||
| Blacktop Package — includes 19 x 7-in. Gloss Black aluminum wheels and 225/55R19 BSW All-season touring tires, Black headlamp bezels, and touring suspension (SXT), Gloss Black exterior mirrors, Gloss Black fascia applique, Gloss Black grille and black side roof rails (R/T) | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A | Opt |
| Driver Convenience Group — includes ParkSense rear park assist, ParkView rear backup camera and universal garage door opener | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | Opt |
| Flexible Seating Group — includes easy entry second-row 40/60 Tilt 'n Slide seat, three-zone air conditioning and third row 50/50 folding/reclining seat | Opt | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Navigation and Backup Camera Group — includes voice command navigation, ParkSense rear park assist, ParkView rear backup camera and SiriusXM Radio, SiriusXM Traffic and SiriusXM Travel Link with five-year subscription | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | Opt |
| Popular Equipment Group SE — includes interior observation mirror, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, overhead console, passenger assist handles, sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors, and front and rear seat floor mats | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Popular Equipment Group Crossroad Plus — includes overhead console, leather wrapped shifter knob and steering wheel, sun visors, front and rear floor mats, passenger assist handles, and interior observation mirror (SE), security alarm, remote start, heated front seats, universal garage door opener and automatic headlamps with daytime running lights, heated steering wheel | Opt | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A |
| Crossroad Plus Preferred Order Package – includes leather seats with cloth inserts and light grey accent stitching, front passenger forward fold-flat seat, cargo net, passenger assist handles, overhead console, passenger in-seat cushion storage, sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors, three-zone auto temp control, six-way power driver seat with four-way lumbar adjust, front and rear aimable LED lamps, interior observation mirror, 8.4‑inch touchscreen display, Uconnect 8.4 CD/DVD/MP3 | N/A | N/A | Opt | Std | N/A |
| Premium Group — includes daytime running lamps, power four-way driver lumbar adjustment, six-way power driver’s seat, passenger in-seat storage and fold-flat seat, security alarm, SiriusXM Radio with one-year free subscription, leather wrapped steering wheel and shift knob | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Seat Video Group I — includes second-row overhead 9-in. video screen, video remote control and wireless headphones. Also includes six premium audio speakers with subwoofer, 368-watt amplifier and portable rechargeable trouble light on Crossroad Plus | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | Opt |
| Premium Sound Group — includes six premium audio speakers with subwoofer, 368-watt amplifier and portable rechargeable trouble light and universal garage door opener | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A |
| Trailer Tow Group — includes four-pin connector trailer-tow wiring harness. Additional Dodge towing accessories may be required | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt |
| Uconnect Voice Command with Bluetooth Group — includes handsfree Bluetooth capability, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob and auto-dimming rearview mirror with microphone | Opt | Opt | Std | Std | Std |
- Dashes in the guide are shown as NA.
- Items printed at the group level (no indent) with their own codes are listed with an empty group.
What each trim adds
Equipment that becomes standard at each step up, compared with the next trim down in price. Packages and options aren't counted.
SXTover SE+10 standard
- Fascia: Performance with Black accents
- Lighting: Fog lamps
- Tail lamps: LED
- Mirrors: Body color, fold away, power heated
- 17-in. aluminum wheels
- Climate Control: Dual-zone automatic temperature control
- Climate Control: Three-zone manual temperature control
- Floor mats — front and rear
- Easy entry 40/60 Tilt ’n Slide seat with recline
- Third Row: 50/50 fold-flat seat with recline
Crossroadover SXT+13 standard
- Performance with Platinum Chrome accents
- Grille: Gloss Black
- Black, extended with Platinum Chrome accents
- Lighting: Black headlamp bezels
- Lighting: Fog lamps with Gloss Black surrounds
- Tail lamps: LED with Gloss Black bezels
- Platinum Chrome roof rails
- Tires: P225/55R19 BSW All-season Touring
- 19-in. Hyper Black, cast aluminum, five-spoke wheels
- Uconnect 4.3S with 4.3-in. touchscreen, AM/FM radio, SiriusXM Radio, CD player, MP3/WMA, audio jack input and remote USB port
- SiriusXM Radio — with one-year service contract
- Leather-wrapped, includes steering-wheel-mounted audio controls
- Uconnect Voice Command — Includes auto-dimming rearview mirror with microphone and Uconnect phone
Crossroad Plusover Crossroad+9 standard
- Three-zone automatic temperature control
- Colors: Black with Light Slate Grey stitching
- Uconnect 8.4 with 8.4-in. touchscreen, AM/FM radio, SiriusXM Radio, CD/DVD player, MP3/WMA/AAC, audio jack input, remote USB port and SD card slot
- Seats: Leather-trimmed with sport mesh inserts
- Front: Power four-way driver lumbar adjuster
- Front: Power six-way driver seat
- Front-passenger forward fold-flat seat with Flip ’n Stow in-seat storage
- Front-passenger Flip ‘n Stow in-seat storage
- Driver and front-passenger sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors
R/Tover Crossroad Plus+15 standard
- Body: Bright exhaust tip, dual (FWD)
- Fascia: Performance with Black accents
- Grille: Body color
- Side sills: Black
- Lighting: Automatic halogen headlamps
- Tail lamps: LED
- 19-in. Satin Carbon cast-aluminum wheels
- Auxiliary Power: 115-volt auxiliary outlet
- Colors: Black with red stitching
- Premium sound system with six Infinity speakers, subwoofer and 368-watt amplifier
- Leather-trimmed bucket seats
- Heated front seats
- Dimple leather-wrapped with red stitching, includes steering-wheel-mounted audio controls
- Windows: Power with front row one-touch up/down
- Security Alarm
Standard on every trim (44)
- Body-color door handles
- Body: Bright exhaust tip, dual (AWD)
- Sunscreen glass
- Lighting: Headlamp time delay off
- Tires: Compact spare
- Wipers — variable-intermittent windshield wiper and rear window wiper
- Auxiliary Power: 12-volt center console
- Auxiliary Power: 12-volt auxiliary
- Auxiliary Power: 12-volt DC front and rear
- Climate Control: Max air conditioning feature
- Air filtering
- Instrument cluster with Electronic Vehicle Information (EVIC)
- Instrument panel, soft-touch materials
- 40/60 Seating with fore/aft adjustment and recline
- Steering Column — tilt/telescoping
- Steering wheel: Mounted audio controls
- Second row in-floor storage bins
- Front-wheel drive (FWD)
- Anti-lock four-wheel disc brakes, hydraulic assist brake
- Electrical: 160-amp alternator
- Electrical: Battery – 525 amp, maintenance free
- Fuel Tank: 20.5 gallon (FWD models)
- Fuel Tank: 21.1 gallon (AWD models)
- Speed control
- Air Bags: Advanced multistage front
- Air Bags: Side-curtain for all rows
- Side, driver and front passenger seat mounted
- Air Bags: Driver inflatable knee air bag
- Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
- All-speed traction control system (TCS)
- BeltAlert
- Brake/Park interlock
- Dual-note electric horn
- Door Locks: Speed-sensitive automatic power
- One-touch driver unlock, two-touch passenger door unlock key fob
- Door Locks: Child-protection, rear
- Electronic brake-force distribution (EBD)
- Energy-absorbing steering column
- Height-adjustable seat belts
- Interior head-impact protection (active headrests)
- Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)
- Remote keyless/illuminated entry
- Seat belts — includes three-point for all positions
- Tire-pressure monitor display
Source: 2016 Dodge Journey Feature Availability, Stellantis North America. Equipment can change during the model year and some items arrive late; confirm on the window sticker.
2016 Dodge Journey fuel economy (EPA)
The EPA rates the 2016 Dodge Journey at 19–21 MPG combined; the 2.4L 4-cylinder (FWD) is the most efficient and the 3.6L 6-cylinder (FWD) the thirstiest. Every EPA test configuration is below, from the government's fuel-economy database.
City, highway and combined figures are in MPG (MPGe on electricity).
| Version | Engine | Transmission · drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Journey | 2.4L 4-cylinder | 4-speed automatic · FWD | 19MPG | 25MPG | 21MPG | $2,950 | 420 |
| Journey | 3.6L 6-cylinderFFV | 6-speed automatic · FWD | 17MPG | 25MPG | 19MPG | $3,300 | 457 |
| Journey AWD | 3.6L 6-cylinder | 6-speed automatic · AWD | 16MPG | 24MPG | 19MPG | $3,300 | 470 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. MPG is miles per gallon (MPGe for electric operation). Plug-in hybrids list gasoline-only MPG with the electric rating underneath. Annual fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year at the EPA's fuel-price assumptions, so yours will differ. Range is total driving range on a full tank or charge.
2016 Dodge Journey wheels & tires
Factory tire and wheel sizes, spare and the pressure to run, from the spec sheet and owner's manual.
| Fits | Tire | Wheel | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEStandard | P225/65R17Kumho Solus KH16 | 17 × 6.5 in, steel with wheel covers | all-season touring |
| SXTStandard | P225/65R17Kumho Solus KH16 | 17 × 6.5 in, cast aluminum | all-season touring |
| Crossroad and R/TStandard | 225/55R19Kumho Solus KH16 | 19 × 7.0 in, cast aluminum | all-season touring |
- Cold tire pressure
- Not a single number: the owner's manual refers to the tire and loading placard (driver's side B-pillar or rear edge of the driver's door), which lists the pressures for your exact tire size and load.
- Spare
- Compact temporary spare; size T145/70R17; Temporary spare tire and steel wheel are standard on every model per the sheet.
- Lug nut torque
- 100 ft-lb (135 N·m), M12 x 1.5 thread, 19 mm socket
- Pressure monitor
- A tire pressure monitoring system warns when a tire is low.
Sizes and pressures vary by trim, wheel package and load: check the placard on your vehicle and the tire sidewall. Sizes from the manufacturer's specification sheet (2016 Dodge Journey Specifications). Pressure and spare notes from the owner's manual.
2016 Dodge Journey maintenance schedule
The factory schedule for normal driving. Oil changes follow the oil-change indicator on most models; severe use (towing, dusty roads, lots of idling) shortens some intervals.
A dot means the service is due at that mileage or after that many years, whichever comes first.
Additional Inspections
- Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary
- Inspect the brake linings, parking brake function
Additional Maintenance
- Replace air conditioning filter
| Service | 20k2 yr | 30k3 yr | 40k4 yr | 50k5 yr | 60k6 yr | 70k7 yr | 80k8 yr | 90k9 yr | 100k10 yr | 110k11 yr | 120k12 yr | 130k13 yr | 140k14 yr | 150k15 yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Inspections | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the CV joints | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the brake linings, parking brake function | ||||||||||||||
| Additional Maintenance | ||||||||||||||
| Replace engine air filter | ||||||||||||||
| Replace air conditioning filter | ||||||||||||||
| Replace spark plugs (2.4L engine). ** | ||||||||||||||
| Replace spark plugs (3.6L engine). ** | ||||||||||||||
| Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first | ||||||||||||||
| Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter | ||||||||||||||
| Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing | ||||||||||||||
| Replace rear drive assembly (RDA) fluid | ||||||||||||||
| Replace power transfer unit (PTU) fluid | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary | ||||||||||||||
Once a month or before a long trip
- Check engine oil level
- Check windshield washer fluid level
- Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on
- Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power steering and transmission (4-speed only) and fill as needed
- Check function of all interior and exterior lights
At every oil change
- Change oil and filter
- Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on
- Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required
- Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped with dipstick
- Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake
- Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses
- Inspect exhaust system
- Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions
Severe duty (all models)
- Change engine oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and off-road environment or predominately at idle or very low engine RPM
- Oil change indicator can prompt service as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) under severe operating conditions; service within the next 500 miles (805 km)
- Oil change intervals must never exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or 350 hours of engine run time, whichever comes first
- ** Spark plug interval is mileage based only; yearly intervals do not apply
Transcribed from the printed schedule in the owner's manual.
Compare with another year2016 Dodge Journey fluids & capacities
Oil, coolant, transmission and axle fluids with their capacities and specifications, wheel torque and fuel requirements, from the owner's manual.
Fluid capacities
| System | Applies to | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| All engines | ||
| Fuel tank (approximate) | Front-wheel-drive models | 20.5 gal77.6 L |
| All-wheel-drive models | 21 gal79.8 L | |
| 2.4L engine | ||
| Engine oil with filter | SAE 5W-20, API certified | 4.5 qt4.26 L |
| Cooling system | Single or dual-zone climate control | 10.7 qt10.1 L |
| Three-zone climate control | 11.6 qt11 L | |
| 3.6L engine | ||
| Engine oil with filter | SAE 5W-20, API certified | 6 qt5.6 L |
| Cooling system | Single or dual-zone climate control | 13.1 qt12.4 L |
| Three-zone climate control | 14.5 qt13.7 L | |
Engine fluids
| Component | Fluid / grade | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|
| Engine coolant | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula, OAT (organic additive technology)MS.90032 | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT |
| Engine oil | API certified SAE 5W-20MS-6395 | Mopar (Pennzoil and Shell Helix also named as examples) |
| Engine oil filter | Mopar engine oil filter | Mopar Engine Oil Filter |
| Spark plugs | Mopar spark plugs | Mopar Spark Plugs |
Chassis fluids & lubricants
| Component | Fluid / grade | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic transmission | ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid (required) | Mopar ATF+4 |
| Power transfer unit (PTU), rear drive assembly (RDA) | SAE 75W-90 gear lubricant | Mopar Gear Lubricant 75W-90 |
| Brake master cylinder | DOT 3, SAE J1703 (DOT 4 acceptable if DOT 3 unavailable) | Mopar DOT 3 |
| Power steering reservoir | Power steering fluid +4, or ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid | Mopar Power Steering Fluid +4 or Mopar ATF+4 |
Fuel
| Engine | Minimum | Ethanol / biodiesel |
|---|---|---|
| 2.4L and 3.6L engines | 87 octane Regular unleaded | Up to 15% (E15) |
| 3.6L Flex Fuel (E85) engine, if equipped | 87 octane Regular unleaded or E85 | Up to 85% (E85); E85 capable |
Wheel lug nut torque
| Wheels | Torque |
|---|---|
| Lug nuts/boltsThread M12 x 1.519 mm socket | 100 ft‑lb (135 N·m) |
- Cooling system capacity includes the heater and the coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX.
- Check the engine oil filler cap for the correct SAE grade.
- Flex-fuel engines need oil meeting MS-6395.
- E85 unsuitable below 0 F (-18 C); expect about 30% lower range on E85.
- Check the lug nut/bolt torque again after 25 miles (40 km).
Source: Owner's manual (PDF). Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.
2016 Dodge Journey recalls & safety
What the U.S. government's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has on file for the 2016 Dodge Journey: 4 recall campaigns, 389 owner complaints and crash-test ratings. Fetched November 8, 2026.
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge Journey SUV FWD | 18.5% risk | |||
| Dodge Journey SUV AWD | 17.9% risk |
Stars compare vehicles of similar weight; rollover shows the tested chance of a rollover in a single-vehicle crash.
Recalls (4)
Newest first. A campaign covers certain vehicles of this model year, not necessarily every one. To see which apply to a specific vehicle, and whether the fix has been done, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask a dealer; repairs are free of charge.
Electrical system: wiringMay 17, 2018 · Campaign 18V332000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles.
Risk: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 18V332000 on NHTSA.govEngine and engine cooling: engineDecember 16, 2016 · Campaign 16V907000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Journey, Jeep Compass, and Jeep Patriot vehicles manufactured May 9, 2016, to July 15, 2016. The crankshaft or camshaft sensor may only work intermittently, causing the engine to stall.
Risk: If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft or camshaft sensor connector, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S89.
Campaign 16V907000 on NHTSA.govPower train: automatic transmissionJune 24, 2016 · Campaign 16V461000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured July 31, 2015, to April 18, 2016, 2016 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured August 17, 2015, to January 29, 2016, and 2016 RAM ProMaster vehicles manufactured August 15, 2016, to April 15, 2016. The transmission pump may seize causing a loss of hydraulic pressure.
Risk: If the transmission loses hydraulic pressure, the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission pump, free of charge. The recall began on August 18, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S44.
Campaign 16V461000 on NHTSA.govSteering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connectionsMay 6, 2016 · Campaign 16V273000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured July 31, 2007, to November 12, 2016. After exposure to cold temperatures, the power steering return hose may rupture at engine start-up causing a loss of power steering assist.
Risk: A loss of power steering assist may require extra steering effort, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering return hoses, steel tubes, and power steering oil cooler, free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S08.
Campaign 16V273000 on NHTSA.govOwner complaints by component
- Complaints
- 389
- Crashes
- 19
- Fires
- 4
- Injuries
- 16
- Engine114
- Power train87
- Electrical system85
- Unknown or other65
- Service brakes54
- Seats36
- Steering34
- Vehicle speed control33
Complaints are reports owners filed with NHTSA; they are not verified and a complaint can name more than one component. A high count reflects how many were sold as much as how often something fails.
Source: NHTSA public data (recalls, complaints and the New Car Assessment Program), covering Journey. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest.
2016 Dodge Journey owner's manuals & publications
The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2016 model year.
Owner's manuals
On Mopar.com
Manuals and guides are hosted by the manufacturer on vehicleinfo.mopar.com and open as PDFs. Mopar.com's owner site also has VIN-specific manuals and recall lookups.
Salt, snow and hills: the data
Reading the 2016 Journey data for Great Lakes roads
From the Snowbelt east of Cleveland to the ridges of West Virginia and east Tennessee, this part of the country throws salt, snow and grade at every vehicle. Here is how the 2016 Dodge Journey specifications line up against all three.
Wheels, tires and freeze-thaw roads
The smallest 2016 factory size is P225/65R17, the largest 225/55R19. Each thaw in Michigan and Ohio opens new potholes, and a tall sidewall survives them best: the 17-inch fitment flexes over a sharp edge where a low-profile tire can pinch or bend its wheel. After a hard hit, look for a sidewall bubble.
What the manual says about oil
Oil capacity is 4.5 qt (2.4L) and 6 qt (3.6L), and the manual lists SAE 5W-20. Where more than one engine appears in the lineup, the engine code on the window sticker settles which grade applies. The wrong one in a Tennessee winter gives up a little protection on every cold start, and over years of driveway starts that adds up.
Cranking power for a lake-effect morning
Rated battery output: 525 cold-cranking amps, measured at 0°F. A single-digit night in Traverse City or Fort Wayne cuts what the battery can deliver just as the stiff engine asks more of the starter. Past three winters, an October load test tells you more than the date sticker. Charging comes from a 160-amp alternator.
Which wheels do the pulling
Factory drive configurations for 2016: front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. The same trim name can come with more than one drive system, so on a used Journey confirm it from the window sticker or a VIN decode rather than the badge. In west Michigan, where lake-effect bands can pile up several inches of snow in an hour, driving both axles is what gets a loaded vehicle up an icy driveway.
Coolant through freeze and climb
Fluids table: OAT coolant (10-year/150,000-mile formula), 10.7 to 11.6 qt (2.4L) and 13.1 to 14.5 qt (3.6L). Scheduled replacement comes at 10 years or 150,000 miles. Stick to that chemistry, since mixing coolant types can shorten their protective life. On a used Journey from Tennessee, ask whether the coolant was changed on time, and check the level in the overflow tank with the engine cold before you drive it.
Filters for dust and pollen
The schedule asks for more frequent air-filter attention in dusty conditions, beyond the normal replacement every 30,000 miles. Gravel roads up Appalachian hollows and coal-haul routes in West Virginia and eastern Kentucky qualify, so inspect the filter at each oil change if they are part of your week.
Fuel grade and winter reserve
Fuel requirement: 87 octane. In winter, keeping the tank above half is a sensible habit across the Great Lakes states, because lake-effect pileups and mountain snow on I-64 or I-77 can leave traffic stopped for hours, and fuel is your heat.
Specifications are the manufacturer's; the weather and road context is ours. When a note here and the 2016 owner's manual disagree, follow the manual.
2016 Dodge Journey questions
How much oil does the 2016 Dodge Journey take?
With a filter change: 2.4L engine (SAE 5W-20, API certified), 4.5 qt / 4.26 L and 3.6L engine (SAE 5W-20, API certified), 6 qt / 5.6 L. Capacities are from the owner's manual; check the dipstick or oil-life display after filling.
What kind of oil does the 2016 Dodge Journey use?
Engine oil: API certified SAE 5W-20 (MS-6395) and Engine oil filter: Mopar engine oil filter.
When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2016 Dodge Journey?
At 20,000 miles or 2 years: inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary; inspect the brake linings, parking brake function; replace air conditioning filter. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.
Where can I find the 2016 Dodge Journey owner's manual?
The manufacturer publishes it free on Mopar.com as a PDF (linked in the manuals section above), along with quick guides, radio manuals and the warranty booklet.
What MPG does the 2016 Dodge Journey get?
The EPA rates the 2016 Dodge Journey at 19–21 MPG combined, depending on the version. 2.4L 4-cylinder, 4-speed automatic, FWD: 19 city / 25 highway / 21 combined; 3.6L 6-cylinder, 6-speed automatic, FWD: 17 city / 25 highway / 19 combined; 3.6L 6-cylinder, 6-speed automatic, AWD: 16 city / 24 highway / 19 combined. Ratings are the EPA's laboratory figures from fueleconomy.gov; real-world mileage varies with driving, load and weather.
What size tires does the 2016 Dodge Journey use?
Factory tire sizes: P225/65R17 (SE, SXT); 225/55R19 (Crossroad and R/T). The recommended cold inflation pressure for your exact tires is on the tire placard (driver's side B-pillar or rear edge of the driver's door), not in a single table.
What changed on the 2016 Dodge Journey?
New trim: Crossroad Plus; Dropped trims: AVP and Limited; New option package: Popular Equipment Group Crossroad Plus; Packages no longer offered: Popular Equipment Group SXT, Sun and Sound Group, Sun, Sound and Wheel Group and Wheels and Tunes Group.
Does the 2016 Dodge Journey have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns for the 2016 Dodge Journey. The most recent: Electrical system: wiring (May 2018), Engine and engine cooling: engine (December 2016), and Power train: automatic transmission (June 2016). NHTSA's data was last fetched November 8, 2026. Recalls are listed by model year, so a given vehicle may or may not be covered: enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask a dealer to see which are open.
What are the most common safety complaints about the 2016 Dodge Journey?
Owners have filed 389 complaints about the 2016 Dodge Journey with NHTSA. The components named most often are engine (114), power train (87), and electrical system (85). 19 complaints involved a crash and 4 complaints a fire. Complaints are reports from owners that NHTSA does not verify, so treat them as a signal to look into, not a finding.
What is the 2016 Dodge Journey's NHTSA crash-test rating?
NHTSA's overall 5-Star Safety Rating for the 2016 Dodge Journey is 4 out of 5 stars (Dodge Journey SUV FWD: 4 and Dodge Journey SUV AWD: 4). The rating combines frontal, side and rollover tests.
Specifications come from the manufacturer's spec comparison and its media-site specification sheets; maintenance schedules, fluids and publications come from Mopar's owner site and owner's manuals. Equipment and ratings vary by configuration; check the owner's manual or a dealer for a specific vehicle. This model is no longer sold new.