After some complaints about the vehicle’s quality for the 2009 model, Dodge listened to its customers, and, in 2011, it came with a much-improved version.
The MPV market was big in the U.S., and when a car-maker had a long history in that, it was expected to do its job well. Otherwise, it might lose customers from other segments too. The 2009 Dodge Journey was good on the outside but missed some points on the drivetrain and the interior.

The 2011 model sported a split crosshair honeycomb grille at the front. It was just a part of the front fascia that was refreshed. Even though the MPVs were never considered sporty vehicles, the front bumper featured a lower apron and a silver lip to enhance the car’s aggressive look.

The interior was heavily upgraded. The designers replaced the gear-selector and the cup-holders to provide easier access to their cups without moving their eyes from the road. The three-spoke steering wheel was thicker, and due to the multi-function buttons from it, it helped the driver keep their hands on the wheel and not search for a button somewhere else. A new infotainment system with a touch-screen monitor was installed on the center stack.

For the powertrain, Dodge played the power card. While the 2.4-liter version was kept in the lineup to show a low base-price, the top version featured a 287 hp 3.6-liter V6, which was offered as a front all-wheel-drive. The V6 was paired as standard with a 6-speed automatic transmission.