Dodge Journey · Model year 2018 · No longer built

2018 Dodge Journey specs, maintenance & manuals

Shopping for a used 2018 Dodge Journey or keeping one on the road? Here are the factory spec sheet, the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 9 manufacturer publications, straight from the factory sources.

Horsepower: 173–283 hp
Combined MPG: 19–21
Recalls: 6
Schedule covers: 150k miles

Journey towing capacity by yearTow ratings for every year we have charts for; the 2018 spec sheet's towing figures are in Specs & features below.See the towing chart

What changed for the 2018 Dodge Journey

The 2018 Journey versus 2017: what's different, from the factory charts and spec sheets.

Dropped trim: Crossroad Plus.
Packages no longer offered: Comfort/Convenience Group, Flexible Seating Group, Navigation and Backup Camera Group, Premium Sound Group and 2 more.
Heated front seats are now standard on GT.
Leather-wrapped is now standard on GT.
Newly available: Heated front seats (Crossroad).
No longer standard or offered on some trims: ParkSense Rear Park Assist (SE and SXT) and Remote start system (SE and SXT).
Engines: 3.6-liter V-6 DOHC 24-valve, VVT is new.
Engines no longer listed: 3.6-liter DOHC 24-valve, VVT, SMPI I-4.

All the differences we found

Newly standard

Heated front seats — GT
Leather bucket seats with sport mesh cloth insert — Crossroad
Steering Wheel: Leather-wrapped — GT
19-in. Satin Carbon aluminum — GT
Cargo net — Crossroad
Easy Entry 40/60 Tilt �n Slide seat with recline — all trims
Lighting: Front courtesy/map lamps — GT
Manual driver�s seat height adjuster — SE, SXT
Power four-way driver�s lumbar adjuster — Crossroad, GT
Power six-way driver�s seat — Crossroad
Premium door trim panel with accent stitching — Crossroad
SiriusXM Radio � with one-year complimentary service contract — Crossroad, GT

Newly available

Heated front seats — Crossroad
Leather-trimmed bucket seats — Crossroad

Moved from standard to optional

Cloth low-back bucket seats — Crossroad

No longer offered on some trims

ParkSense Rear Park Assist — SE, SXT
Remote start system — SE, SXT
19-in. Satin Carbon aluminum — Crossroad
Air Conditioning: Three-zone manual temperature control — Crossroad
Interior Accents: Base door trim panel — Crossroad
Manual driver�s seat height adjuster — Crossroad
Power four-way driver�s lumbar adjuster — SE
Power six-way driver�s seat — SE
Premium cloth low-back bucket seats — SE
Security Alarm — SE

Listed for the first time on the equipment chart

17-in. aluminum, included with Blacktop Package — optional: SE
19-in. Black Noise aluminum — standard: Crossroad
Black Roof — optional: SE, SXT, GT
Steering Wheel: 2nd-row in-floor storage bins — standard: SE, SXT, Crossroad, GT
Taillamps: Incandescent — standard: SE
Taillamps: LED — standard: SE, SXT, Crossroad, GT

No longer on the equipment chart

Front-passenger Flip 'n Stow in-seat storage
19-in. HyperBlack aluminum
19-in. Satin Carbon aluminum
Cargo compartment cover
Second-row in-floor storage bins
Tail lamps — LED

Compared automatically from the manufacturer's trim feature charts, specification sheets, towing guides and the EPA's fuel-economy data for 2017 and 2018. Equipment varies by trim and market; confirm details on a specific vehicle.

2018 Dodge Journey specs & features

Engines, gear ratios, suspension, brakes, dimensions and capacities as published in the manufacturer's 2018 specification sheet.

General information4 specs

Body style: Four-door; seven-passenger
Assembly plant: Toluca Assembly, Mexico
EPA vehicle class: Sport-utility vehicle
Introduction date: Third quarter 2017 as a 2018 model

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/combined)	19/25/21
Engine assembly plant	Dundee Engine Plant, Dundee, Mich.
3.6-liter V-6 DOHC 24-valve, VVT
Availability	SE, AWD, SXT, Crossroad and GT
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/combined)	17/25/19 FWD; 16/24/19 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 GT 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 GT
all-wheel drive
Availability	SE, SXT, Crossroad and GT 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

Brakes12 specs

Front: rotor size and type: 13.0 x 1.1 (330 x 28) vented rotor
Front: caliper size and type: 2.0 (51.0) two-piston floating caliper
Front: swept area, (sq. in. / sq. cm): 73.6 (475)
Rear: rotor size and type: 12.9 x 0.47 (328 x 12) solid rotor
Rear: caliper size and type: 1.8 (45.0) single-piston floating caliper
Rear: swept area, (sq. in. / sq. cm): 66.5 (429)
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

Dimensions and capacities17 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); 3.6-liter AWD — 21.1 (79.87)
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): 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)

Accommodations25 specs

Seating capacity (front/second/third rows): 2/3/2 standard
EPA volume index, cu. ft. (cu. m): 133.975 (3.794) – seven-passenger
Total interior passenger compartment volume, cu. ft. (cu. m): 123.701 (3.503) – seven-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 row: 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)
Second row: 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)
Third row: 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 volume3 specs

Behind first-row seat, cu. ft. (cu. m): 67.6 (1.915)
Behind second-row seat, cu. ft. (cu. m): 37.0 (1.0)
Behind third-row seat, cu. ft. (cu. m): 10.7 (0.3)

Wheels3 specs

	Steel	Five-spoke aluminum (SE)	Twin five-spoke aluminum (SXT)	10-spoke aluminum (GT / SXT)	Five-spoke Hyper Black (Crossroad)	Chrome-clad six-spoke (SXT Chrome Package)	Temporary spare
Availability	Standard — SE	Available — SE	Standard — SXT	Standard — GT; Optional — SXT	Standard — Crossroad	Optional — SXT Chrome Package	Standard — all models
Type and material	Steel with wheel covers	Machined cast-aluminum, five-spoke	Machined cast-aluminum, twin five-spoke	Machined cast-aluminum, 10-spoke Tech Silver (Optional – SXT), Satin Carbon finish (Crossroad or GT) or Gloss Black finish (SXT or GT Blacktop package)	Machined cast-aluminum, five-spoke Hyper Black finish	Chrome-clad cast-aluminum, six-spoke	Temporary spare steel wheel
Size	17 x 6.5	17 x 6.5	17 x 6.5	19 x 7.0	19 x 7.0	19 x 7.0	—

The sheet prints no size for the temporary spare wheel; its tire size is listed under Tires.— not listed or not applicable

Tires4 specs

	17-in.	19-in.	Spare
Availability	Standard — SE and SXT	Standard — Crossroad and GT	Standard — all Journey models
Size and type	P225/65R17, All-season Touring	225/55R19, All-season Touring	T145/70R17 temporary spare tire
Model	Kumho Solus KH16	Kumho Solus KH16	—
Revs per mile (km)	725 (471)	711 (444)	—

— not listed or not applicable

Source: 2018 Dodge Journey Specifications (Stellantis media site).

Which equipment is standard, optional or part of a package on each trim, from the manufacturer's 2018 feature availability guide.

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StandardOptionalPart of a packageNot availableFleet-only optionEither, depending on configuration

Feature	SE	SXT	Crossroad	GT
Engine and Transmission	SE	SXT	Crossroad	GT
2.4‑liter Tigershark Multiair2 DOHC 16V variable-valve timing (VVT) I4; four-speed automatic transmission (front-wheel drive only)	Std	Std	Std	N/A
3.6‑liter 24V VVT Pentastar V‑6, six-speed automatic 62TE transmission (SE: AWD only)	Opt	Opt	Opt	Std
Mechanical Features	SE	SXT	Crossroad	GT
Front-wheel drive (FWD)	Std	Std	Std	Std
All-wheel drive system (requires 3.6L V‑6 and six-speed transmission)	Opt	Opt	Opt	Opt
Engine block heater	Opt	Opt	Opt	Opt
20.5‑gallon (FWD only)	Std	Std	Std	Std
21.1‑gallon (AWD only)	Std	Std	Std	Std
Remote start system (included with Popular Equipment Group)	N/A	N/A	Pkg	Std
Speed control	Std	Std	Std	Std
Steering � firm-feel	Std	Std	Std	Std
SuspensionHigh-performance	N/A	N/A	N/A	Std
Normal-duty (FWD only)	Std	Std	N/A	N/A
Performance (AWD only)	Std	Std	Std	N/A
Touring (included with Blacktop Package on SXT regardless of engine) (FWD only)	N/A	Pkg	Std	N/A
Exterior Features	SE	SXT	Crossroad	GT
Body-color	Std	Std	Std	Std
Door HandlesBright (included with Chrome Appearance Group)	N/A	Pkg	N/A	N/A
Exhaust Tips � Dual, bright (included with 3.6‑liter V‑6 engine)	N/A	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg
Glass � Sunscreen	Std	Std	Std	Std
Automatic	Std	Std	Std	Std
Daytime running lamps	Std	Std	Std	Std
HeadlampsFog lamps	N/A	Std	Std	Std
Headlamps-off time delay	Std	Std	Std	Std
MirrorsBlack, foldaway, power, heated	Std	N/A	N/A	N/A
Body-color, foldaway, power, heated	N/A	Std	Std	Std
RoofBlack Roof (Optional with Blacktop Appearance Package)	Opt	Opt	N/A	Opt
Roof RackSide rails, Black (Included with Blacktop package)	Std	Std	N/A	Opt/Pkg
Side rails, Platinum Chrome	N/A	N/A	Std	N/A
Side rails, bright (included in Chrome Appearance Group)	N/A	Pkg	N/A	N/A
TaillampsIncandescent	Std	N/A	N/A	N/A
LED (standard on AWD SE only)	Std	Std	Std	Std
TiresP225/55R19 BSW All‑Season Touring	N/A	Pkg	Std	Std
P225/65R17 BSW All‑Season Touring	Std	Std	N/A	N/A
Spare, compact	Std	Std	Std	Std
Wheels17-in. steel with covers	Std	N/A	N/A	N/A
17-in. aluminum	Opt	N/A	N/A	N/A
17-in. Tech Silver aluminum	N/A	Std	N/A	N/A
17-in. aluminum, included with Blacktop Package	Pkg	N/A	N/A	N/A
19-in. Tech Silver aluminum	N/A	Opt	N/A	N/A
19-in. chrome-clad cast aluminum, included with Chrome Appearance Group	N/A	Pkg	N/A	N/A
19-in. Black Noise aluminum	N/A	N/A	Std	N/A
19-in. Satin Carbon aluminum	N/A	N/A	N/A	Std
19-in. Gloss Black aluminum, included with Blacktop Package	N/A	Pkg	N/A	Pkg
Wipers � variable/intermittent windshield wipers and rear window wiper	Std	Std	Std	Std
Interior Features	SE	SXT	Crossroad	GT
Air ConditioningDual-zone manual temperature control	Std	Std	N/A	N/A
Dual-zone automatic temperature control with humidity sensor	N/A	N/A	Std	Std
Three-zone manual temperature control (included with Flexible Seating Group)	Pkg	Pkg	N/A	N/A
Three-zone automatic temperature control with humidity sensor, included with Premium Sound Group, and Navigation and Backup Camera Group	N/A	N/A	Pkg	Pkg
Air Filtering	Std	Std	Std	Std
Assist handle � front-passenger, included with Popular Equipment Group, automatic temperature control or three-zone temp control	Pkg	N/A	Pkg	Std
Cargo net	N/A	N/A	Std	Std
Cargo tie-down loops	Std	Std	Std	Std
Console � full-length floor console	Std	Std	Std	Std
Overhead console with interior observation mirror, sunglasses holder and trip computer with temperature and compass (included with Popular Equipment Group, automatic temperature control or three-zone temp control)	Pkg	N/A	Pkg	Std
Defroster � rear window	Std	Std	Std	Std
Door Locks � power	Std	Std	Std	Std
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)	Std	Std	Std	Std
Floor carpet	Std	Std	Std	Std
Floor mats � front and rear	Std	Std	Std	Std
Interior AccentsBase door trim panel	Std	Std	N/A	N/A
Premium door trim panel with accent stitching	N/A	N/A	Std	N/A
Premium door trim panel	N/A	N/A	N/A	Std
LATCH � Child Seat Anchor System	Std	Std	Std	Std
Driver and front-passenger footwell LED lamps	Std	Std	Std	Std
LightingFront and rear swiveling LED lamps, included with automatic temperature control or three-zone air conditioning	N/A	N/A	Std	Std
Front courtesy/map lamps	Std	Std	Std	Std
MirrorsRearview manual day/night	Std	Std	N/A	N/A
Rearview, auto-dimming with microphone, included with Uconnect Voice Command	Pkg	Pkg	Std	Std
Interior observation mirror, included with Popular Equipment Group and Premium Group	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg	Std
12-volt, auxiliary	Std	Std	Std	Std
12-volt, DC, front and rear	Std	Std	Std	Std
12-volt, center console	Std	Std	Std	Std
Power Accessories115-volt auxiliary outlet	N/A	N/A	N/A	Std
Shift KnobLeather-wrapped, included with Popular Equipment Group, Premium Group and Uconnect Voice Command	Pkg	Pkg	Std	N/A
Dimpled leather-wrapped	N/A	N/A	N/A	Std
Steering Column � Tilt/telescoping	Std	Std	Std	Std
Mounted audio controls	Std	Std	Std	Std
Steering WheelLeather-wrapped (included with Popular Equipment Group, Premium Group and Uconnect Voice Command)	Pkg	Pkg	Std	Std
Heated (included with heated front seats, leather-trimmed bucket seats and Popular Equipment Group)	N/A	N/A	Pkg	Std
Dimpled leather-wrapped	N/A	N/A	N/A	Std
2nd-row in-floor storage bins	Std	Std	Std	Std
Sunroof � Power with express-open/close	N/A	N/A	Opt	Opt
Universal Garage Door Opener (included with Navigation & Back‑Up Camera Group, Driver Convenience Group, Premium Sound Group and Popular Equipment Group)	N/A	N/A	Pkg	Pkg
VisorsDriver�s-side sun visor with mirror	Std	Std	N/A	N/A
Passenger-side visor	Std	Std	N/A	N/A
Driver�s-side and front-passenger sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors (included with Popular Equipment Group, automatic temperature control air conditioning and manual three-zone air conditioning on Crossroad)	Pkg	N/A	Std	Std
WindowsPower front with driver�s one-touch down	Std	Std	Std	N/A
Power front one-touch up/down	N/A	N/A	N/A	Std
Seats	SE	SXT	Crossroad	GT
Cloth low-back bucket seats	Std	Std	Fleet	N/A
Premium cloth low-back bucket seats (included with Premium Group)	N/A	Pkg	N/A	N/A
Leather bucket seats with sport mesh cloth insert	N/A	N/A	Std	N/A
Leather-trimmed bucket seats (includes heated front seats)	N/A	N/A	Opt	N/A
Leather-trimmed bucket seats with perforated inserts	N/A	N/A	N/A	Std
FrontManual driver�s seat height adjuster	Std	Std	N/A	N/A
Power four-way driver�s lumbar adjuster (included with power driver�s seat and Premium Group)	N/A	Pkg	Std	Std
Power six-way driver�s seat (included with Premium Group)	N/A	Pkg	Std	Std
Heated front seats (included with Popular Equipment Group)	N/A	N/A	Pkg	Std
Easy Entry 40/60 Tilt �n Slide seat with recline (included with Flexible Seating Group)	Std	Std	Std	Std
2nd-row seat with two child boosters	Opt	Opt	Opt	Opt
3rd Row � 50/50 fold-flat seat with recline	Std	Std	Std	Std
Uconnect/Multimedia	SE	SXT	Crossroad	GT
RadioRadio 4.3: 4.3-in. touchscreen, AM/FM radio, audio jack input and remote USB port	Std	Std	N/A	N/A
Radio 4.3: 4.3-in. touchscreen, AM/FM radio, SiriusXM Radio, CD player, MP3/WMA, audio jack input and remote USB port (included with Premium Group)	Opt	Opt/Pkg	N/A	N/A
Radio 8.4: 8.4-in. touchscreen, AM/FM radio, SiriusXM Radio, CD/DVD player, MP3/WMA/AAC, audio jack input and remote USB port	N/A	N/A	Std	Std
Radio 8.4 NAV: 8.4-in. touchscreen, AM/FM radio, SiriusXM Radio, CD/DVD player, MP3/WMA/AAC, audio jack input, remote USB port, Uconnect Voice Command, Bluetooth streaming audio, handsfree texting and pre-programmed response, Navigation with audible turn-by-turn directions, Points-of-Interest (POI), lane guidance, and SiriusXM Traffic and SiriusXM Travel Link (included with Navigation and Backup Camera Group)	N/A	N/A	Pkg	Pkg
SiriusXM Radio � with one-year complimentary service contract (included with Premium Group)	Pkg	Pkg	Std	Std
Speaker SystemsSix-speakers	Std	Std	Std	N/A
Six premium speakers, subwoofer and 368-watt amplifier (included with Rear-seat Video Group I and Premium Sound Group)	N/A	N/A	Pkg	Std
Uconnect Voice Command with Bluetooth � includes auto-dimming rearview mirror with microphone	Opt	Opt	Std	Std
Safety & Security	SE	SXT	Crossroad	GT
Active head restraints � front seats	Std	Std	Std	Std
Advanced multistage front	Std	Std	Std	Std
Side seat-mounted, for driver and front-passenger	Std	Std	Std	Std
Side-curtain for all rows	Std	Std	Std	Std
Driver�s-side Inflatable Knee Blocker	Std	Std	Std	Std
Electronic stability control (ESC) � includes Electronic Roll Mitigation, trailer-sway damping and all-speed traction control	Std	Std	Std	Std
Keyless entry	Std	Std	Std	Std
Keyless Enter �n Go	Std	Std	Std	Std
Remote proximity keyless entry	Std	Std	Std	Std
ParkSense Rear Park Assist (included with Navigation and Backup Camera Group, Driver Convenience Group)	N/A	N/A	Pkg	Pkg
ParkView rear backup camera (included with Navigation and Backup Camera Group, Driver Convenience Group (requires 8.4-in. radio)	N/A	N/A	Pkg	Pkg
Security Alarm (included with Premium Group, Popular Equipment Group)	N/A	Pkg	Pkg	Std
Packages/Equipment Groups	SE	SXT	Crossroad	GT
Blacktop Package (SE) � includes Gloss Black grille, headlamp bezels in Black and 17-in. aluminum wheels	Opt	N/A	N/A	N/A
Blacktop Package (SXT/GT) � includes Gloss Black grille, lower fascia, exterior mirrors and headlamp bezels in Black, Black side roof rails, Touring Suspension on SXT and 19-in. Gloss Black wheels	N/A	Opt	N/A	Opt
Chrome Appearance Group � includes bright door handles, bright side roof rails and 19-in. chrome clad aluminum wheels	N/A	Opt	N/A	N/A
Driver Convenience Group � includes universal garage door opener, ParkSense rear park assist and ParkView rear backup camera (requires 8.4-in. radio)	N/A	N/A	Opt	Opt
Navigation and Backup Camera Group � Includes three-zone Automatic Temperature Control air conditioning, universal garage door opener, Radio 8.4 NAV, ParkSense rear park assist and ParkView rear backup camera	N/A	N/A	Opt	Opt
Popular Equipment Group � SE includes overhead console, leather-wrapped steering wheel, leather-wrapped shift knob, sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors, passenger assist handles, interior observation mirror. Journey Crossroad models include security alarm, remote start, universal garage door opener, heated front seats and heated steering wheel	Opt	N/A	Opt	N/A
Premium Group � includes front-passenger forward fold-flat seat, power four-way lumbar adjuster, passenger in-seat cushion storage, leather-wrapped shift knob, interior observation mirror, leather-wrapped steering wheel, premium cloth seats, security alarm, six-way power driver�s seat, SiriusXM Radio and Radio 4.3	N/A	Opt	N/A	N/A
Premium Sound Group � includes universal garage door opener and six premium speakers with subwoofer	N/A	N/A	Opt	N/A
Rear-seat Video Group I � includes premium sound system, 2nd-row overhead 9-in. video screen, video remote control and wireless headphones	N/A	N/A	Opt	Opt
Trailer Tow Prep Group � includes four-pin trailer tow connector wiring harness	N/A	N/A	N/A	Opt

Dashes and blank cells in the guide are recorded as NA.
F marks a fleet-only option.
Some indented rows (Taillamps, Shift Knob, Steering Wheel, Windows) are grouped under the heading printed above them.

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+3 standard

Headlamps: Fog lamps
Mirrors: Body-color, foldaway, power, heated
Wheels: 17-in. Tech Silver aluminum

Crossroadover SXT+18 standard

Touring (included with Blacktop Package on SXT regardless of engine) (FWD only)
Roof Rack: Side rails, Platinum Chrome
Tires: P225/55R19 BSW All-Season Touring
Wheels: 19-in. Black Noise aluminum
Dual-zone automatic temperature control with humidity sensor
Cargo net
Premium door trim panel with accent stitching
Front and rear swiveling LED lamps, included with automatic temperature control or three-zone air conditioning
Rearview, auto-dimming with microphone, included with Uconnect Voice Command
Leather-wrapped, included with Popular Equipment Group, Premium Group and Uconnect Voice Command
Leather-wrapped (included with Popular Equipment Group, Premium Group and Uconnect Voice Command)
Driver�s-side and front-passenger sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors (included with Popular Equipment Group, automatic temperature control air conditioning and manual three-zone air conditioning on Crossroad)
Leather bucket seats with sport mesh cloth insert
Power four-way driver�s lumbar adjuster (included with power driver�s seat and Premium Group)
Power six-way driver�s seat (included with Premium Group)
Radio 8.4: 8.4-in. touchscreen, AM/FM radio, SiriusXM Radio, CD/DVD player, MP3/WMA/AAC, audio jack input and remote USB port
SiriusXM Radio � with one-year complimentary service contract (included with Premium Group)
Uconnect Voice Command with Bluetooth � includes auto-dimming rearview mirror with microphone

GTover Crossroad+16 standard

Remote start system (included with Popular Equipment Group)
Suspension: High-performance
Wheels: 19-in. Satin Carbon aluminum
Assist handle � front-passenger, included with Popular Equipment Group, automatic temperature control or three-zone temp control
Overhead console with interior observation mirror, sunglasses holder and trip computer with temperature and compass (included with Popular Equipment Group, automatic temperature control or three-zone temp control)
Interior Accents: Premium door trim panel
Interior observation mirror, included with Popular Equipment Group and Premium Group
Power Accessories: 115-volt auxiliary outlet
Shift Knob: Dimpled leather-wrapped
Heated (included with heated front seats, leather-trimmed bucket seats and Popular Equipment Group)
Steering Wheel: Dimpled leather-wrapped
Windows: Power front one-touch up/down
Leather-trimmed bucket seats with perforated inserts
Heated front seats (included with Popular Equipment Group)
Six premium speakers, subwoofer and 368-watt amplifier (included with Rear-seat Video Group I and Premium Sound Group)
Security Alarm (included with Premium Group, Popular Equipment Group)

Standard on every trim (41)

Front-wheel drive (FWD)
Fuel Tank: 20.5-gallon (FWD only)
Fuel Tank: 21.1-gallon (AWD only)
Speed control
Steering � firm-feel
Door Handles: Body-color
Glass � Sunscreen
Headlamps: Automatic
Headlamps: Daytime running lamps
Headlamps-off time delay
Taillamps: LED (standard on AWD SE only)
Tires: Spare, compact
Wipers � variable/intermittent windshield wipers and rear window wiper
Air Filtering
Cargo tie-down loops
Console � full-length floor console
Defroster � rear window
Door Locks � power
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Floor carpet
Floor mats � front and rear
LATCH � Child Seat Anchor System
Driver and front-passenger footwell LED lamps
Lighting: Front courtesy/map lamps
Power Accessories: 12-volt, auxiliary
Power Accessories: 12-volt, DC, front and rear
Power Accessories: 12-volt, center console
Steering Column � Tilt/telescoping
Steering Wheel: Mounted audio controls
Steering Wheel: 2nd-row in-floor storage bins
Easy Entry 40/60 Tilt �n Slide seat with recline (included with Flexible Seating Group)
3rd Row � 50/50 fold-flat seat with recline
Active head restraints � front seats
Air Bags: Advanced multistage front
Side seat-mounted, for driver and front-passenger
Air Bags: Side-curtain for all rows
Driver�s-side Inflatable Knee Blocker
Electronic stability control (ESC) � includes Electronic Roll Mitigation, trailer-sway damping and all-speed traction control
Keyless entry
Keyless Enter �n Go
Remote proximity keyless entry

Source: 2018 Dodge Journey Feature Availability, Stellantis North America. Equipment can change during the model year and some items arrive late; confirm on the window sticker.

2018 Dodge Journey fuel economy (EPA)

The EPA rates the 2018 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	456
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.

2018 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 GTStandard	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, which lists the pressures for your exact tire size and load.
Spare: Compact temporary spare; size T145/70R17; Stowed under the rear of the vehicle on a cable winch; the compact spare has no tire pressure sensor.
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 (2018 Dodge Journey Specifications). Pressure and spare notes from the owner's manual.

2018 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.

Odometer

OdometerDue at

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	20k	30k	40k	50k	60k	70k	80k	90k	100k	110k	120k	130k	140k	150k
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

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

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2018 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

Fluid capacities3 systems

System	Applies to	Capacity
All engines
Fuel tank (approximate)	Front-wheel-drive models	20.5 gal77.6 L
	All-wheel-drive models	21.1 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	8 qt7.5 L
	Three-zone climate control	10 qt9.5 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

Engine fluids6 fluids

Component	Fluid / grade	Mopar product
Engine coolant	OAT (Organic Additive Technology) 10-year/150,000-mile coolantMS.90032	Mopar Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula
Engine oil	API certified SAE 5W-20MS-6395	—
Engine oil filter	Mopar engine oil filter	Mopar Engine Oil Filter
Spark plugs	Mopar spark plugs	Mopar Spark Plugs
Fuel selection	87 octane, 0-15% ethanol	—
Fuel selection3.6L Flex Fuel (E-85) engine, if equipped	87 octane, up to 85% ethanol	—

Chassis fluids & lubricants

Chassis fluids & lubricants4 fluids

Component	Fluid / grade	Mopar product
Automatic transmission	ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid	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 is unavailable)	Mopar DOT 3
Power steering reservoir	Power steering fluid +4, or ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid	Mopar Power Steering Fluid + 4; Mopar ATF+4

Fuel

Fuel2 engines

Engine	Minimum	Ethanol / biodiesel
2.4L and 3.6L engines (gasoline)	87 octane Regular unleaded	0–15%
3.6L Flex Fuel (E-85) engine, if equipped	87 octane Regular unleaded or E-85	Up to 85% (E85); E85 capable

Wheel lug nut torque

Wheel lug nut torque1 spec

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.
Use only ATF+4 in the automatic transmission.
Use only dealer-recommended lug nuts/bolts; clean off dirt and oil before tightening.
E-85 flex-fuel vehicles need engine oil meeting MS-6395.

Source: Owner's manual (PDF). Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.

2018 Dodge Journey recalls & safety

What the U.S. government's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has on file for the 2018 Dodge Journey: 6 recall campaigns, 237 owner complaints and crash-test ratings. Fetched November 8, 2026.

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

Version	Overall	Frontal	Side	Rollover
Dodge Journey SUV AWD				17.9% risk
Dodge Journey SUV FWD				18.5% risk

Stars compare vehicles of similar weight; rollover shows the tested chance of a rollover in a single-vehicle crash.

Recalls (6)

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.

Exterior lightingSeptember 29, 2022 · Campaign 22V723000

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Dodge Journey vehicles. The amber side reflex reflector assembled into the headlamp may not reflect brightly enough. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Risk: A dim reflector may reduce the visibility of the vehicle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the headlamp assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 16, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z99.

Campaign 22V723000 on NHTSA.gov

Electrical system: wiring: front underhoodAugust 9, 2018 · Campaign 18V524000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles.

Risk: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.

Campaign 18V524000 on NHTSA.gov

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: caliperAugust 9, 2018 · Campaign 18V523000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan and Jeep Compass, 2018 Dodge Journey, and 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.

Risk: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U86.

Campaign 18V523000 on NHTSA.gov

Back over prevention: sensing system: cameraJune 14, 2018 · Campaign 18V398000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Journey and RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 vehicles. The backup camera may experience a loss of image display while backing up. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

Risk: A loss of image in the rearview camera while backing up can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview mirror, free of charge. The recall began August 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U56.

Campaign 18V398000 on NHTSA.gov

Visibility: rearview mirrors/devicesJune 14, 2018 · Campaign 18V396000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Journey vehicles. When reverse gear has been selected, the rear camera view may not be fully visible within two seconds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

Risk: If the full camera view is delayed and the driver does not check their surroundings before backing up, there may be an increased risk of a crash.

Campaign 18V396000 on NHTSA.gov

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.gov

Owner complaints by component

Complaints: 237
Crashes: 7
Fires: 2
Injuries: 7

Electrical system72
Unknown or other45
Engine31
Exterior lighting27
Back over prevention25
Service brakes25
Vehicle speed control21
Power train18

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.

2018 Dodge Journey owner's manuals & publications

The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2018 model year.

Owner's manuals

Quick guides

Uconnect & radio

Supplements

Tire WarrantySupplement (PDF)

Warranty

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.

Read for lake-effect country

Reading the 2018 Journey data for Great Lakes roads

Lake-effect squalls, roads soaked in brine, potholes that open with every thaw and long Appalachian grades: driving in the Great Lakes states asks a lot of tires, batteries and undersides. These notes take the 2018 Journey figures above and flag the ones that carry the most weight in Ohio.

Pothole season and the factory tire sizes

Smallest factory tire: P225/65R17. Freeze-thaw cycles break up asphalt across the Great Lakes states, and one jolt can knock the alignment out without leaving a mark on the wheel. If the steering wheel sits off-center or the Journey wanders after a pothole, get the alignment checked before the tire edges wear. A winter set on 17-inch wheels also keeps salt off the originals.

The oil grade on a January morning

The 2018 Dodge Journey fluids table lists SAE 5W-20, with 4.5 qt (2.4L) and 6 qt (3.6L) per change. Lake-effect winters are full of short, cold trips: to work, to school, to the store and home again before the engine reaches temperature. That pattern is tough on oil, so let the oil-change indicator set the interval and never stretch it.

Starting in single digits

Battery care in this schedule: inspect it and clean and tighten the terminals as required at each oil change, and the spec sheet rates it at 525 cold-cranking amps. A battery that bakes through a Nashville or Memphis summer ages faster, then gets found out by the first hard freeze. Have it load-tested in fall rather than waiting for a slow crank.

Traction for snowbelt hills and hollows

This model year offers front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. In Ohio, the payoff comes in the first hour of a storm, before plows reach side streets, and on boat ramps slick with algae where a two-wheel-drive tow vehicle can spin. Keep the system's limits in mind on ice: driven wheels add grip for going, not for stopping or turning.

Coolant through freeze and climb

Fluids table: OAT coolant (10-year/150,000-mile formula), 8 to 10 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 Ohio, 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.

Each spec in these notes is pulled from the tables above. The commentary on salt, snow, potholes and grades is general guidance for the Great Lakes states; the owner's manual remains the authority.

2018 Dodge Journey questions

How much oil does the 2018 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 2018 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 2018 Dodge Journey?

At 20,000 miles: 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 2018 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 2018 Dodge Journey get?

The EPA rates the 2018 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 2018 Dodge Journey use?

Factory tire sizes: P225/65R17 (SE, SXT); 225/55R19 (Crossroad and GT). The recommended cold inflation pressure for your exact tires is on the tire placard on the vehicle, not in a single table.

What changed on the 2018 Dodge Journey?

Dropped trim: Crossroad Plus; Packages no longer offered: Comfort/Convenience Group, Flexible Seating Group, Navigation and Backup Camera Group, Premium Sound Group and 2 more; Heated front seats are now standard on GT; Leather-wrapped is now standard on GT.

Does the 2018 Dodge Journey have recalls?

NHTSA lists 6 safety recall campaigns for the 2018 Dodge Journey. The most recent: Exterior lighting (September 2022), Electrical system: wiring (August 2018), and Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components (August 2018). 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 2018 Dodge Journey?

Owners have filed 237 complaints about the 2018 Dodge Journey with NHTSA. The components named most often are electrical system (72), unknown or other (45), and engine (31). 7 complaints involved a crash and 2 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 2018 Dodge Journey's NHTSA crash-test rating?

NHTSA's overall 5-Star Safety Rating for the 2018 Dodge Journey is 4 out of 5 stars (Dodge Journey SUV AWD: 4 and Dodge Journey SUV FWD: 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.