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Is my 2010 Dodge Journey all-wheel drive?

The 2010 Dodge Journey was available with both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configurations. To determine if your specific 2010 Dodge Journey is equipped with all-wheel drive, you'll need to check the vehicle's specifications or consult your owner's manual.


Checking the Dodge Journey's Drivetrain


The 2010 Dodge Journey was offered with two different drivetrain options:



  • Front-wheel drive (FWD)

  • All-wheel drive (AWD)


The all-wheel drive system was an optional feature that could be added to the Dodge Journey. Vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive typically have a badge or emblem on the exterior to indicate the AWD capability.


To definitively determine if your 2010 Dodge Journey has all-wheel drive, you can check the following:



  • Examine the exterior of the vehicle for any AWD badging or emblems.

  • Consult your owner's manual, which will list the drivetrain specifications for your particular model.

  • Contact your local Dodge dealer or the manufacturer with your vehicle identification number (VIN) to inquire about the drivetrain configuration.


Knowing whether your 2010 Dodge Journey is equipped with all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive is important for understanding the vehicle's capabilities, maintenance requirements, and potential resale value.

Is a 2010 Dodge Journey all-wheel drive?


Uplevel SXT and R/T trim levels employ a 3.5-liter V6 that produces 235 hp and 232 lb-ft of torque. It's matched to a six-speed automatic transmission with manual shift control. On these trim levels, buyers have a choice of front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.



How do you activate AWD?


All-wheel drive is not intended to be engaged manually; as such, there is typically no need (or ability) to manually engage one's all-wheel drive system. Some vehicles do include an “AWD Lock” button. This button will lock the system into 50/50 distribution of power between the front and rear wheels.



How do I know if I have FWD or RWD?


You can simply lie down on the ground and look underneath your vehicle. If there is a long, pole-like shaft (drive shaft) running from the back of the engine area to the rear wheels, you have a rear wheel drive vehicle. If there is no drive shaft running the length of the vehicle, you have a front wheel drive car.



Is Dodge Journey RWD or FWD?


2020 model year changes
All 2020 Journey models were powered by a 2.4-liter inline-four gasoline engine producing 173 horsepower and 166 lb-ft of torque, with a four-speed automatic transmission, and available with front wheel drive.



How do I know if my car is all-wheel drive or 4 wheel drive?


One of the easiest ways to know if your vehicle has AWD or 4WD is to crack open the owner's manual. If it warns against activating the system on dry pavement, you have 4WD. Barring that, the system is likely AWD. And if you're considering a new vehicle, you'll want to know these distinctions before you buy.



How does AWD work on a Dodge Journey?


AWD uses electrical sensors to determine which wheel should get power from the engine when it detects slipping. AWD systems use three differentials, center, front, and rear to distribute power from the transmission to the wheels.



How do I find out what type of Dodge Journey I have?


Every DODGE JOURNEY car has a unique identifier code called a VIN. This number contains vital information about the car, such as its manufacturer, year of production, the plant it was produced in, type of engine, model and more.



Are all Dodge Journeys all-wheel drive?


In addition to the standard 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, the Journey is also available with a 3.6-liter V6 engine that produces 283 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. This engine is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive is available as an option.



How do I tell if my Dodge Journey is AWD?


Look under the rear of the vehicle and see if there are drive axles that connect to the rear hubs. If there is empty space back there, it's most likely a front wheel drive vehicle.



Is a Dodge all-wheel drive?


Which Dodge Vehicles Have AWD? The Dodge Charger is a full-size sedan that combines classic muscle car styling with modern technology and performance. The Charger offers AWD on the SXT and GT trims, which come with a 3.6-liter V6 engine that delivers 292 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque.


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