2021 Dodge Durango R/T Tow N' Go: Is This Basically An SRT For $12,000 Less?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 6 เม.ย. 2021
- Today I drive and review a 2021 Dodge Durango Tow N' Go!
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Dodge you did it again you built a beautiful Durango
I LOVE your title!!! I tell people this ALL the time! I just ordered and took delivery of my 2021 Durango Tow N Go - all it's missing from the SRT model is the 6.4 V8. But this Durango RT with the 5.7 just needs a Whipple supercharger and it'll be better than the stock SRT! I opted for the $395 Red Brake Calipers and mine actually say SRT on them - LOL!
EDIT: 12:00 - the outside appearance sets this one apart from other RT's by the large Brembo brakes, the 4" exhaust tips, and the 20x10 wheels.
11:17 - so much for the very important "Break-in Period!" OUCH! Feel sorry for the person that ends up buying this particular vehicle!
The durango exhaust sounds amazing! :)
The Durango TOW N GO exhaust sounds amazing! ;-)
Picked up someone else’s destroyer grey 2021 Durango tow-n-go back in September, even had the guys name on the window sticker. Black top, red SRT calipers and second row full console. They said it wasn’t even on the lot for a full 24 hrs when I took it. His loss my gain! I just couldn’t see forking out another $12k for an SRT…. Better yet, dealers were asking for $15-$20k more because of the lack of availability. Oh well, I’m totally satisfied!
Has it been reliable? Excessive tire wear? brakes holding up? Thanks!
Interesting overview Ben, we bought a 19 SRT Durango from new and at the time the R/T was just a little too far away from the looks/extra options we wanted ( performance vehicle family )....this is much closer now in the newer models - and it even sounds so more more like the SRT. Big Gap between the R/T, the SRT and the SRT Hellcat Durango ! :) - I like how Dodge do listen !!
On the Dodge website I built this 2022 with the tow n go package for $59,920, which I showed the dealer but he was pushing a 2023 with everything that I had already chosen for the 22 his price was $64,650. He refused to budge so I walked out.
Absolutely love my Destroyer Grey 21 RT Rango. Didn’t get a tow n go cause dealers didn’t want to play ball since there were not many in the region when I was looking. No regrets.
Wife and I just got a 2021 in-violet R/T TOW n Go and absolutely love it. I think it's as fun to drive as my 2019 Daytona 392 and looks killer to with the black top package
As always great video Ben but one thing you forgot to mention. The tow n go has a top speed of 145 MPH where as the RT is 118 mph. Dodge tuned the tow n go different from the RT to set them apart.
all good and all but when would anyone need to go either speed... these aren't track vehicles and most people don't use them for that either..
@@johncs154 #Merica
@@johncs154 speak for yourself.
@@justabrokeredneck says most not all, I’m speaking for the majority and minority…
It sounds inconsistent because the durango rt weighs over 5300 lbs and the tow and go has the same power rating as the regular rt at 360 ho and 390 tq. This tells me that the regular durango rt probably had a speed limiter to 118 mph and they just removed it for the tow and go to the point where it will go as fast as it can top out (145 mph) while the 392 hemi version tops out at 155 mph. It's the same with the charger rt thats limited to 135 mph but with the speed limiter removed, it can top out over 170 mph while the scatpack can go over 180 mph
Wow this helped me so much, I was between the chevy tahoe rst and the regular durango rt . I didn't know about this option, and yeah that exhaust sound 😱😱😱😱
Same here! What are you going to pick? I’m seriously having trouble deciding between the two. Tahoe seems like the obvious choice for size, but Chevy doesn’t give you the big boy engine on anything outside of the High Country Trim. The Durango is just...so aggressive and sexy sounding.
@@MANZOIL definitely getting the durango, but its been hard to find one with specs i want.
Great video Ben this Durango looks good. Sounds good
I just introduced my Hellcat Durango to my channel and I love it. If I didn't have the Hellcat one, I would very much be interested in the RT or SRT model.
I just started watching your videos my guy👍🏾
I just saw one of these on the street and had to jump on the net to find out what it was. I knew it wasn't a normal R/T. It looked and sounded too aggressive. A little disappointing that there isn't more of a difference in performance (compared to the regular R/T) but still a nice factory upgrade.
Thanks for the review. You mentioned the performance steering and the ride quality with the adaptive dampers, but you didn't comment on the handling. Does it actually carve corners a lot better than an R/T??
I think it does compare to something that is front wheel drive that is nose heavy and sucks on corners I think this would be better cutting corners due to the drivetrain
I had a tow n' go on order and ended up going with the SRT. The extra power for 12K more is worth it to me. Plus.... it's a SRT.
The only difference is that the SRT with the 6.2L engine has 100 HP more than the 6.4L HEMI Tow N Go. Is 100 HP worth $12K more out of your pocket? I personally don't think so.
I fel t the same way. The dealer was pissed when I canceled my t n g order.
@@Saxman0155 the R/T is 5.7L
@@ksimm1986 pissed? I think you exaggerate ……. With the chip driven scarce availability, no dealer I know worries about a “cancelled” order . If you don’t want it the next guy does.
I love that these have the chrome deleted interior!
I just purchased a 2022 durango rt in canada. fully loaded. i must say it looks more like the srt now. I pick it up on friday
Sounds so good! 😍
I bought a red one like this and I love it still may get a delete on it for a louder sound but I love it
Does this model have the premium interior option or is that the stock interior from the RT Tow N Go?
I was thinking because of the "tow" the final gear ratio is lower? Or it's the same as the regular R/T? Good video!
track sport tow and snow modes, awesome.
Wonder how useful each one is
Had that durk and von playing in der I see you🤣🔥
Hey Ben, I like your vids and effort to review cars for us. Can you review the 2021 Cadillac XT6 Sport for us? That would be great. My dad is thinking of getting the Cadillac XT6 Sport for my mom’s bday and I would like to learn about it on your channel cuz you explain the cars in detail. Thanks 😁
If I can get one from caddy!
@@BenHardyCars lol I hope you do 🙂
When I'm done with my GT I'm probably doing the R/T with tow and go (or RAM 1500 crew not sure yet). Thank you for actually getting into the 3rd row seats lol.. it's easier to get back there by flipping the lever on side (normal way when having bench versus capt chairs).
I’m in the same boat. What did you end up getting ram or Durango?
@@TheWatcher1182 Well a lot can change in 9 months.. actually got a F150 Tremor end of September. It was a combination of availability and sheer luck with the market the way it is.
Nice congrats. You think it’s worth it over the ram? I was also looking at the tremor
@@TheWatcher1182 Thanks, well If you compare it to the Ram Rebel it's slightly cheaper. I reconsidered after learning about the 2021 F150 refresh, then while investigating came across the Tremor and lucked out was able to reserve one. Mid range 401a package with decent options around $60K
My wife loves her Tow N Go … it’s fast and loud !!!
My Durango follows the road wandering around. Any suggestions?
Will these headlights fit on a 2020 Durango?
My dream SUV!
Where can I find one in the New York area?
What kind of muffler is on the rt?
Looks badass
My 2022 RT TOW AND GO Blacktop package DONT sound like this 🥺😔☹️
I love my tow n go ❤️❤️
Does it come with an option to have a bench mid row seats?
Yes but you lose the carbon fiber and suede option
Any other color interior?
Just some constructive comments....when you state the model name of certain vehicles, like this one is the tow and go, please explain what that is. Love your reviews bro, keep up the good work, I hope everything works out for you here on youtube.
This is the same price as the base SRT on Dodge’s website. I’m a little confused by the title
Don’t go by website numbers … by the time you hit the dealer that tag a lot higher
I have a 21 RT with TnG and it’s an SRT without the SRT engine....so....not an SRT for $12,000 less.
@davidgunther1282
At the end of the day, it's still just a Durango R/T model with some additional SRT components. 😆
@@TheBjjones that's pretty much what I said.
@@davidgunther1282
My bad!
Sounds like my 20 R/T with the resonators deleted.
Debating in trading in my 2014 RT rango for a 2021 🤔
Dude I’m literally about to do the same! Dodge knows us (customers) so well, we can’t resist the sexy siren call of the exhaust!
Diff between regular rt and tow go?
Tow n go is the tow package.
Without it rt is still rt even with it.
not a fan of the Durango since they have not redesigned it for so long, but it isint that bad!
Considering trading my lifted RAM for this where I average 12 mpg. Can anyone tell me their average mpg on their tow n go?
14 around town and back roads 21-23 highway
If you get the V6, with tow n go, tows 6200 lbs, has trailer brk controller and all the coolers.
24 in city, 32 or more on highway, depending on how you drive.
I follow you in intregran it so nice
I love me some intregran too.
6:52 lol
How do u know if it’s a tow and go or not
Wide wheels/tires and bigger exhaust tips
It is no so bad the Durango is like the srt hellcat but a like the r/t is so nice
Soo... No one noticed how he was playing kingvon on the infotainment.... LOL
Daaaaaaamn! That is a sweet looking unit.my weekend run around is a minty 00' Big DirR/Ty .Gramps is proud of his newest grandchild lol
Just got the notification
Except for the extra 115 hp 80 in torque, the paddle shifters, the launch control, the adaptive suspension, captains chairs, the srt modes and page, the 0-60 in 4.4. The 6 piston brembo brakes (edit I forgot the do have the 6 piston) Then yeah
Actually, has identical 6 piston Brembo brakes (in black or same red as SRT), same suspension, SRT modes calibrations (Track, Sport, Tow, Snow) although yes limited in configurability compared to SRT, very similar SRT/ performance pages. The differences are mainly engine, seats, gearing, steering wheel (including paddle shifters) and launch control. That’s really not a huge difference for well over $10,000, but It all depends on your budget and what’s worth it to you.
@@Matt-uy4zk it adds up when you line up. I have a 2022 SRT and it devastates my friends 2021 with the tow n go.
@@duaneknight631 hey I don’t disagree, I have a 392 myself. My buddy got a tow n go and it’s nice to have the package, you just have to know the SRT guys will embarrass you if you try to line up lol.
@@Matt-uy4zk who buys a durango to race?
@@fivestarFAMe Hopefully no one 😂, they are entertaining to drive for such a large heavy vehicle though.
Love it
Ohh when I get done with that RT it will be putting 550 AWH to the ground!
It better have cheese with that price
Hahah
SUPERRRRRRRRRRRRR
Well sounds better than mine , I posted a vid.
Just ignore they in there listening to durk and Von lmao
If the Durango has the Tow N Go package then it has the SRT package. My mind says its then a SRT !
Loses nearly 2 seconds on the 0-60 compared to SRT but it looks like one.
@@LordCyler not too much happens in 2 seconds
@@LordCyler Does that equate to around 25 feet ?
@@Saxman0155 Relativity. 2 seconds wouldn't be a lot over say... a minute. But in a race that's over in 3.5 seconds, that makes the SRT 75% faster. That may not mean anything to you, but they certainly aren't the same.
@@LordCyler Since I live in the practical world where the vast majority of Durango drivers get into their vehicle and commute to work, go shopping, visit their family and loves......the drag racing advantages the SRT has is utilized at a minimum to a select number of owners.
I am a fan for sure, LOVE my SRT
5 gs in mods and this will gap the shit outta ur srt 😄
@@fivestarFAMe Broke a$$ people always say the same shittt 😂☠
You couldnt come up with anything more creative? Smh truth hurts i see and my everyday car cost 70 far from broke 🤷🏾♂️
@@fivestarFAMe Broke a$$ mindset. I'm sorry you have to work everyday and can't really understand what it's like to be well off. You'll never get it, truth hurts.
@MrC now u making stuff up 🤣🤣 ok we're done here buddy 🤣😄😄 🤡
Your pronunciation of facia is to funny faceeee shaaaa not fassthhha face front lol 😆 good video though
If only it had thr SRT gears, RT gets garbage gearing, V6 even has better gearing.
Hello!
Hello!
Don’t waste your money I got a 15 and it has a majority of the features this one has
Liar
Good suv but engine suck after white the valve will felt on you
Great car, but the tow n go is not an srt. I loved mine, but upgrading to the srt like I should have originally
R I P KING VON 🥺
it’s not an srt at all lol but it’s a cooler R/T
🥰🥰🥰👍👍👍👍
NO it is NOT an SRT it just contains $5000 in mods…
And for another 5 youll smoke a fucking srt 😄
Ben i have something new for you
What?
You reviewed a 2021 f-150 right
There's also a 2021 f-150 with the 3.0 powerstroke it may be compared to the chevy 1500 3.0 durmax and 3.0 ecodiesel in the ram 1500
Hard to find sadly
It's ok take ur time finding it if not its ok.
64k lol 😆😂🤣
Would not pay $66,000 for this vehicle... Maybe used in 3 years for $35,000
They are ditching the v8 next year. So you'll probably still have to shell out 50k. In 3 years I'll sell you mine for 49(;
@@johndeneau7667 2023 and still producing V8 Durangos... what happened to the not producing bubba?
@@finney2011 did your comment age well? Are they $33k💩🫠
@@nick__cars What year is it now? [2023] that means we still have another year to go. You watch, summer 2024 you will be able to purchase a used Durango RT / T n G for $33,000 easy all day long.
Found a 2021 16k miles tow n go for 43k, may be waiting longer
100hp less, 2 sec less to 0-60- and 20mph less top speed...SRT IS $12000 EXTRA.. ...this RT is a "WANNA BE"
So they increased the towing capacity but not the payload? That’s a dirty trick. If you towed anything close to that max towing capacity, you’d only have enough payload left over for the driver and one passenger, and that’s it. So what’s the logic in increasing towing capacity 1000 lbs above that of the regular old R/T, in a car that has 3 row seating? I guess that demographic of people who want to tow an 8000lb trailer in a car with 2 empty rows of seats? Creepy.
Nope that ain’t no SRT the hellcat deserves the SRT badge
Dodge Durango badly needs a redesign. It doesn't make sense making it faster. The risk of a rollover is greater than ever.
I agree
Ok
Lol
Have another
The Durango is a wide vehicle, there's no risk unless you're a complete idiot. Oh and the R/T is 7400 pounds towing capacity. The SRT is 8700.
Nice car but not reliable at all
Does not matter since all new cars come with good powertrain warranty
It`s nothing like an SRT. It` a poser wanna be .
SRT is no hellcat either. If not hellcat, the this RT with tow and go pkg is the sweet spot
5 gs in mods and this will smoke ur srt.....bozo
@@fivestarFAMe It`s still a poser for the losers who can`t afford an SRT.
you mean rt
Yea as in 5 gs more in mods and itll smoke the shit outta a srt
@@fivestarFAMe yea, put all that work into one of dodge's most unreliable engines 😂
@YDKMA not to mention a scat engine cant even handle boost 🤦🏿🤦🏿🤦🏿
@@fivestarFAMe who told you that 🤣