Hi everyone, See below the response I got from Dodge. I emailed them explaining there was some confusion online about tow capacity.
It's unfortuante it's not 3500lbs. I'm having second thoughts on buying one now to replace my 4runner.
customerassistmkt customerassistmkt@chrysler.com
Nov 16 (6 days ago)
Dear Bill:
It is great to read of your interest in Dodge.
I would be more than happy to clarify some information on the towing
capabilities of a 2012 Dodge Journey and the availability of the trailer
tow prep group.
The current trailer tow prep group includes an engine cooler and a
trailer tow with a 4 pin connector wiring. This group is available for
factory order on the 2012 Dodge Journey Crew and 2012 Dodge Journey R/T.
You can find information on the towing capability of the 2012 Dodge
Journey in the owner's manual. You can download a PDF file of the 2012
Dodge Journey owner's manual by selecting "For Owners" in the top left
hand corner. Next select "owner's Manual," from the "My Vehicle"
section. From here you can select the model year and vehicle that you
would like the owner's manual for. I am also providing you with the
towing information below. Please keep in mind that all of this
information is for when the vehicle is properly equipped.
2.4L engine paired with an automatic transmission has the ability to tow
up to 1, 000 lbs including up to 5 passengers and luggage.
3.6L engine paired with an automatic transmission has the ability to tow
up to 1, 500 lbs including 5-7 passengers and luggage.
3.6L engine paired with an automatic transmission has the ability to tow
up to 2, 000 lbs including 3-4 passengers and luggage.
3.6L engine paired with an automatic transmission has the ability to tow
up to 2, 500 lbs including 1-2 passengers and luggage.
My best suggestion at this point would be to work with your preferred
Dodge dealership to obtain more specific towing specifications for the
2012 Dodge Journey.
For more information on the 2012 Dodge Journey, including pricing,
incentives, dealer locations, as well many more shopping tools, please
visit the link provided below:
http://www.dodge.com/en/2012/journey/