From SXT to SRT Hellcat: How the 2027 Dodge Durango Towing Lineup Stacks Up

Quebec shoppers sizing up the 2027 Dodge Durango often ask the same question: can the base V-6 SXT haul a real trailer, or does serious capability only start with a HEMI? The 3.6L Pentastar V-6 delivers the top V-6 towing figure in the three-row SUV segment, rated at 6,200 lbs (2,812 kg), without any powertrain upgrade required.

Seeing how that rating compares across the full 2027 Durango lineup makes the trim decision straightforward.

The 2027 Durango Lineup: Power and Towing by Trim

*GT HEMI trims reach 8,700 lbs (3,946 kg) with the optional Tow ’n Go Package.

Three Towing Tiers: How to Read the Numbers

The Durango lineup divides into three towing bands. Your load requirements determine your tier, and the fuel consumption difference between tiers is as relevant as the towing ceiling itself.

6,200 lbs (2,812 kg): SXT and GT. The 3.6L Pentastar V-6 produces 295 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic and AWD. Fuel consumption is rated at 13.5 L/100 km city, 9.9 L/100 km highway, and 11.9 L/100 km combined. That makes the V-6 the most fuel-efficient setup in the Durango lineup by a notable margin.

7,200 lbs (3,265 kg): GT HEMI, GT HEMI Plus, GT HEMI Premium. The 5.7L HEMI V-8 adds 65 hp and 130 lb-ft of torque over the V-6, pulling to 60 mph in 6.2 seconds. Towing headroom climbs by 1,000 lbs. Fuel consumption moves to 17.0 L/100 km city, 11.0 L/100 km highway, and 14.3 L/100 km combined, 2.4 L/100 km more than the V-6 on the combined cycle.

The optional Tow ’n Go Package on GT HEMI trims stretches the ceiling to 8,700 lbs (3,946 kg) with Brembo brakes and adaptive damping suspension.

8,700 lbs (3,946 kg): R/T 392 Plus, R/T 392 Premium, SRT Hellcat, SRT Hellcat Jailbreak. The R/T 392 trims use the 6.4L HEMI V-8 at 475 hp and 470 lb-ft, reaching 0-60 mph in 4.4 seconds and posting a 12.9-second NHRA-certified quarter mile. The SRT Hellcat and SRT Hellcat Jailbreak use a supercharged 6.2L HEMI at 710 hp and 645 lb-ft, with a 3.5-second 0-60 mph time and an 11.5-second NHRA-certified quarter mile. Both reach the same 8,700 lb ceiling.

Which Trim Fits Your Hauling Profile

The SXT is the right fit for Quebec buyers whose trailer loads stay under 6,200 lbs (2,812 kg). The V-6 handles that rating through AWD and an 8-speed automatic. The SXT arrives with a complete standard feature set:

• Heated front seats and a heated steering wheel
• 10.1-inch Uconnect 5 NAV touchscreen and a 7-inch full-colour customizable in-cluster display
• Blind-spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Path detection, ParkSense rear park assist, and Keyless Enter ’n Go
• Power liftgate, LED headlamps, 18-inch alloy wheels, and dual exhaust with bright tips

For buyers who cover significant daily kilometres between towing trips, the 11.9 L/100 km combined figure represents a real cost advantage over any HEMI option in the lineup.

The GT shares the SXT’s V-6 and towing rating while adding 20-inch wheels and seven-passenger seating. If the extra row is a priority and the V-6 ceiling covers your loads, the GT is the logical next step rather than moving into HEMI territory.

The GT HEMI is the right fit for loads that consistently push above 6,200 lbs, or for buyers who want the Tow ’n Go Package’s 8,700 lb option available without stepping to the R/T tier. The 5.7L HEMI also brings selectable drive modes, Auto, Sport, Tow, and Snow, and a 6.2-second 0-60 mph time. The 2.4 L/100 km combined fuel consumption increase over the V-6 is real and worth calculating against annual kilometres driven.

The R/T 392 Plus and R/T 392 Premium suit buyers who need 8,700 lbs as a standard, non-optioned spec rather than an add-on. The 6.4L V-8’s 475 hp and 470 lb-ft make themselves felt well beyond towing season. The R/T 392 Premium adds a Harman Kardon 19-speaker system with an 825-watt amplifier and optional yellow Brembo brake calipers.

The SRT Hellcat and SRT Hellcat Jailbreak are built for buyers who treat the Durango as a performance vehicle first. At 710 hp and 645 lb-ft, with a combined fuel consumption of 17.4 L/100 km, these trims trade efficiency for outright output. The Jailbreak opens more than 14 million personalization combinations, including five-, six-, or seven-passenger seating configurations.

Two updates apply across the entire 2027 Durango lineup: a digital deadbolt that minimizes unauthorized key pairing and key fob duplication, and the new Pitch Black exterior colour available on all trims.

Making the Right Call on Your 2027 Durango

The 2027 Dodge Durango SXT delivers the segment’s top V-6 towing figure at 6,200 lbs (2,812 kg), backed by AWD, an 8-speed automatic, and a complete standard feature set at the most fuel-efficient point in the lineup. For most Quebec trailer owners, no HEMI upgrade is needed to get genuine hauling capability.

Visit Grenier Chrysler in Montréal-Est to review your trailer weight against each tow rating and find the trim that matches your driving. Book your appointment to see the full 2027 Durango lineup coming to Quebec dealerships.