Which Dodge Durango has 7 seats?
The seven-seat configuration in a Dodge Durango is achieved when the second row uses captain's chairs, not a three-passenger bench. With that setup, the Durango seats seven in total; using a second-row bench yields eight seats.
In the current Dodge Durango lineup, seating depends on how the second row is configured. The third row remains a bench in most configurations, and the total passenger count shifts between seven and eight based on whether the second row is a two-seat captain’s arrangement or a three-seat bench. This description applies to recent model years through 2024.
Understanding the seating configurations
Durango seating options can be explained by two common configurations; the following bullet points outline how many seats you get with each setup.
- Second-row bench (three seats) + third-row bench (three seats) + front row seats = eight seats total.
- Second-row captain's chairs (two seats) + third-row bench (three seats) + front row seats = seven seats total.
In practice, this means you can have a seven-seat Durango by selecting the second-row captain's chairs option, or eight seats by sticking with the standard second-row bench. Always verify the exact seating arrangement on a given vehicle, as trims and options can vary by model year.
Which trims and years offer the 7-seat configuration?
For the modern Dodge Durango, the seven-seat arrangement is not tied to a single fixed trim. It depends on choosing the optional second-row captain's chairs. Here’s how it tends to work across contemporary models:
Captain's chairs vs. bench
Captain's chairs in the second row reduce overall seating to seven while preserving a three-seat third row. If you prefer eight seats, select the second-row bench and keep the three-seat third row.
Model-year considerations
Across recent model years (roughly 2019 through 2024), the seven-seat configuration is commonly available as an option on many trims. Always confirm the exact seating plan when ordering or inspecting a vehicle, as dealers may list seating as “up to seven” or “up to eight” based on the build sheet.
How to verify seating before you buy
When shopping for a Durango and you want seven seats, check the specific seating arrangement on the window sticker or build sheet. Ask the dealer to confirm whether the vehicle has second-row captain's chairs and a three-seat third row, which yields seven seats.
Summary
The Dodge Durango can be configured for seven or eight passengers. Seven seats are achieved by selecting second-row captain's chairs, while eight seats come from the standard second-row bench paired with a three-seat third row. If you need seven seats, make sure the vehicle you’re considering has the second-row captain's chairs option.
