2021 Dodge Durango R/T vs. Citadel
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2021 Dodge Durango R/T and 2021 Dodge Durango Citadel contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2021 Dodge Durango R/T and the 2021 Dodge Durango Citadel.
In comparing the 2021 Dodge Durango R/T's and the 2021 Dodge Durango Citadel's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Dodge Durango R/T has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2021 Dodge Durango Citadel has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 2021 Dodge Durango R/T and 2021 Dodge Durango Citadel have the same interior volume, overall quality score Based on this comparison of the 2021 Dodge Durango R/T's and the 2021 Dodge Durango Citadel's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Dodge Durango Citadel is a better car than the 2021 Dodge Durango R/T.
Pricing: A used 2021 Dodge Durango R/T ranges from $32,856 to $44,705 while a used 2021 Dodge Durango Citadel is priced between $30,252 to $42,487.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2021 Dodge Durango R/T and the 2021 Dodge Durango Citadel both lose 42.5 percent of their value.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Dodge Durango is 8.2 out of 10. Dodge Durango is ranked 17 out of 39 Best SUVs with 3 Rows based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. Out of 32 Best Midsize SUVs, the Dodge Durango is ranked 18 and the Dodge Durango is ranked 18 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. The Dodge Durango is also ranked 25 out of 67 Best Crossover SUVs while the Dodge Durango is ranked 25 out of 67 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Dodge Durango is 8.8 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2021 Dodge Durango R/T’s base engine makes 360 horsepower, and the 2021 Dodge Durango Citadel base engine makes 295 horsepower. The R/T is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 541 miles. The Citadel is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 640 miles. This gives the 2021 Dodge Durango Citadel the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2021 Dodge Durango R/T. The R/T uses midgrade unleaded, and the Citadel uses regular unleaded.
Safety Ratings: The Dodge Durango has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$46,727
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
$32,108
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$27,000 - $37,580
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$49,227
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
$32,108
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$27,000 - $37,580
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$38,655
Price Range:
$32,856 - $44,705
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
$32,068
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$24,840 - $46,487
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
305
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
44,954
# Good or Great Deals:
166
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$36,433
Price Range:
$30,252 - $42,487
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
$32,068
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$24,840 - $46,487
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
69
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
40,547
# Good or Great Deals:
29
Dodge Durango Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
8.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Dodge Durango Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
8.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2021 Dodge Durango R/T
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
6.8
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
7.5
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
5.6 - 10.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
42.4%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2021 Dodge Durango Citadel
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
6.8
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
7.5
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
5.6 - 10.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
42.4%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
6.5
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
6.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.1 - 32.1
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
6.5
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
6.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.1 - 32.1
Dodge Durango Rankings
Ranking
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60 out of / 67Dodge Durango Rankings
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1 out of / 67Ranking
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17 out of / 39Ranking
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23 out of / 67Ranking
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24 out of / 32Ranking
24 out of / 28Ranking
25 out of / 67Ranking
25 out of / 32Ranking
28 out of / 39Ranking
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30 out of / 32Ranking
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34 out of / 67Ranking
34 out of / 39Ranking
37 out of / 67Ranking
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49 out of / 67Ranking
56 out of / 59Ranking
57 out of / 67Ranking
60 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Other Dodge Durango Trim Levels
Citadel, GT, GT Plus, Pursuit, Special Service, SRT 392, SRT Hellcat, SXT, SXT Plus
Other Dodge Durango Trim Levels
GT, GT Plus, Pursuit, R/T, Special Service, SRT 392, SRT Hellcat, SXT, SXT Plus
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
360 hp @ 5150 rpm
Torque:
390 foot-lbs @ 4250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
295 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 22 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
344 / 541 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Midgrade Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
467 / 640 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Captain's seat:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Captain's seat:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Cargo Space:
17.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
85.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
158.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Cargo Space:
17.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
85.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
158.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5176 lbs
Width:
85.5 inches
Height:
70.1 inches
Length:
200.8 inches
Wheelbase:
119.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4990 lbs
Width:
85.5 inches
Height:
70.1 inches
Length:
200.8 inches
Wheelbase:
119.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/50R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/50R20
