Underneath the floor of the back seats, on either side, are bins that can hold a casserole, to avoid spills. There's the front seat storage - the cushion easily pulls up to reveal a small storage space. The Journey really excels in finding places for stuff. Doors open to around 90 degrees for easier access. My feet barely fit underneath the middle seat, which was in a position to allow the middle passenger decent legroom, so you can fit seven adults in there. The third row of seats was easy to get to, though I was glad I hadn't put on more weight the middle seat folds and rolls forward, and then it's a long step into the back. Dodge does make it clear that the three-seat capacity is not meant for everyday use. Legroom was okay if I had the seat pushed back, but filling three rows at a time means restricted legroom for everyone. The seats were fairly comfortable if firm rear seats have optional built-in boosters for older children, nearing the end of their mandated booster-seat period. Paying attention to usability is a welcome change in sound and navigation systems. The radio and climate system controls both looked natty and easy to use the radio in particular had a new set of controls which includes what appears to be a turn-and-press knob which suggests easier access to some functions. The video system got a nine inch screen (from eight), four wheel antilock disc brakes with hydraulic boost are standard, remote keyless entry is standard, and a dark slate monotone interior is available. Active head restraints are standard for the first row. Gas mileage with the V6 rose 1 mpg, and a fuel-saver indicator was added.

The 2010 Dodge Journey four-cylinder is only available on the SE, paired with a four-speed automatic (the V6 gets a six-speed). 'A little infusion of care and love, and the products take off,' he said. Ralph Gilles said in January 2010 that when he took over at Dodge, he looked at the Canadian side and saw it had been heavily advertised, so they increased American ad spending and almost doubled sales quickly. While the Journey has been a strong seller in Canada and Mexico, it has sold less well in the US. The price in the US started in 2009 at just under $20,000, with the all wheel drive version coming in at $25,530. Built in Toluca, Mexico, the Dodge Journey is based on the Chrysler Sebring and Dodge Avenger but has a longer wheelbase, taller body, many more features, a smoother ride, and much more weight (a whopping 3,850-4,250 pounds).

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