I too have the same questions, which I also e-mailed to Dodge Customer Assistance. Here is the reply I received:
"Please be advised, the 2012 Dodge Journey is considered to be America's most versatile crossover vehicle and not a sport-utility vehicle. Our sport utility vehicles typically feature four-wheel-drive capability and are used for carrying loads or passengers and used for sports such as hunting, camping or for off-roading.
According to our provided resources, the 2012 Dodge Journey models have a standard towing capacity of 1,000 lbs, however, when properly equipped with the 3.6L V6 engine and the Trailer Tow Prep Group have a maximum towing capacity of 2,500 lbs."
Unfortunate, as we love the Journey, but really want the typical 3,500 pound towing capacity that other similarly sized SUV/crossover's provide. I'm amazed that the RAV4, Equinox, Sorento, etc. can handle 3,500 pounds but the bigger, more powerful Journey cannot. Anyone have any insight here?
