I recently bought the '18 journey based on a few factors I was looking for. price was one. I got it with 69k miles for $11,300.
the look and lines are really pleasant and I think it has a nice profile. better than the Durango to me. I also like the headlights better pre-2019.
I did research the issues etc before I bought. I found the 6-speed all wheel drive 3.6l vvt setup has a different transmission than the FWD. It shows more reliability with far less issues than the other transmissions in this vehicle. i believe it is a bit stronger design-wise.
I plan to service the tranny soon because I have no history on previous service of the transmission in carfax. Shifting is smooth and steady, however, it does tend to hard shift if you "jerk it around". I do steady acceleration and stay conscious about how it shifts.
the color I got is black. (see Pic) I travel a lot locally and it seems to get about 24mpg consistently according to the fuel efficiency monitor. I have double-checked it t fill ups and it seems to get 1mpg less than the average it shows. I am resetting the mpg at each fill up to see if that still happens.
the 37cu ft with 3rd row seats down is very sufficient to carry 4 passengers and all my supplies. I put a 40" x 72 inch heavy duty outdoor carpet in the rear and mounted velcro to the backs of the 2nd row seats to protect the covering from factory. works great and I can just remove the carpet and shake it out for a quick cleaning between car washes.
so far r its a very nice vehicle for the price and I'm looking forward to a lot of good use out of it!
I know in 2022 they are discontinuing manufacturer until they move to production in Italy in 2023. like the jeep renegades, etc. I may trade in then if I like the models from Italy. should be good.
i would recommend the AWD 3.6l vvt with 6-speed tyranny especially if you live north of Florida.
I am happy with it so far.
the look and lines are really pleasant and I think it has a nice profile. better than the Durango to me. I also like the headlights better pre-2019.
I did research the issues etc before I bought. I found the 6-speed all wheel drive 3.6l vvt setup has a different transmission than the FWD. It shows more reliability with far less issues than the other transmissions in this vehicle. i believe it is a bit stronger design-wise.
I plan to service the tranny soon because I have no history on previous service of the transmission in carfax. Shifting is smooth and steady, however, it does tend to hard shift if you "jerk it around". I do steady acceleration and stay conscious about how it shifts.
the color I got is black. (see Pic) I travel a lot locally and it seems to get about 24mpg consistently according to the fuel efficiency monitor. I have double-checked it t fill ups and it seems to get 1mpg less than the average it shows. I am resetting the mpg at each fill up to see if that still happens.
the 37cu ft with 3rd row seats down is very sufficient to carry 4 passengers and all my supplies. I put a 40" x 72 inch heavy duty outdoor carpet in the rear and mounted velcro to the backs of the 2nd row seats to protect the covering from factory. works great and I can just remove the carpet and shake it out for a quick cleaning between car washes.
so far r its a very nice vehicle for the price and I'm looking forward to a lot of good use out of it!
I know in 2022 they are discontinuing manufacturer until they move to production in Italy in 2023. like the jeep renegades, etc. I may trade in then if I like the models from Italy. should be good.
i would recommend the AWD 3.6l vvt with 6-speed tyranny especially if you live north of Florida.
I am happy with it so far.