In a market increasingly dominated by turbocharged four-cylinders and family-focused crossovers, the 2026 Dodge Durango remains refreshingly unapologetic. With available supercharged V8 power producing up to 710 horsepower, best-in-class towing of up to 8,700 lbs, standard AWD, and available performance hardware borrowed from Dodge's SRT lineup, the Durango continues to deliver the kind of capability few SUVs can match. Here's the full engine and towing breakdown from the team at Riverside Chrysler in Cornwall, Ontario.

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2026 Dodge Durango Engine Options

Three engines are available across the Durango lineup, each serving a different kind of buyer. All three pair with an 8-speed automatic transmission and standard all-wheel drive, so there's no FWD-only base model to navigate around.

3.6L Pentastar V6 – 295 hp / 260 lb-ft

The V6 is the starting point and covers most everyday needs well, with 295 horsepower, AWD, and a 6,199-pound towing capacity is a capable package for all families who need a three-row SUV for daily driving and the occasional trailer. It also delivers the best fuel economy in the lineup at 11.9 L/100km combined, making it the practical choice for drivers who spend more time commuting between Cornwall, Kingston, and Ottawa.

5.7L HEMI V8 – 360 hp / 390 lb-ft

The 5.7L HEMI is the sweet spot for buyers who want raw V8 performance without going all the way to the supercharged engine. At 360 horsepower and 390 pound-feet of torque, it delivers noticeably stronger acceleration than the V6 and bumps towing capacity to 7,200 pounds, which should be enough for a large travel trailer, a good-sized boat, or a horse trailer with room to spare. The HEMI's low-RPM torque delivery also makes sustained highway towing feel more composed than the V6.

6.2L Supercharged V8 – 710 hp / 645 lb-ft

The 6.2L supercharged V8 is in a different category entirely. 710 horsepower and 645 pound-feet of torque from a mid-size SUV is an insane figure, but it doesn’t make it impractical. With the available Tow N' Go package, it achieves the Durango's best-in-class towing capacity of 8,700 pounds. For drivers who want a three-row SUV that performs like a performance vehicle and tows like a truck, nothing else in this class comes close.

Towing Features on the 2026 Dodge Durango

Raw towing numbers only tell part of the story. The Durango also comes equipped with technology that makes trailer towing safer and more manageable on highways:

• Trailer Sway Control — Detects trailer sway and automatically applies brake pressure to alternating wheels while adjusting throttle output to stabilize the combination.
• Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross-Path and Trailer Tow Detection — Extends the blind spot monitoring system to account for the trailer's additional length, alerting the driver to vehicles in adjacent lanes even when a trailer is attached.
• Integrated Trailer Brake Controller — Manages the amount of braking force sent to the trailer's electric brakes in coordination with the Durango's own braking system, for smoother, more controlled stops with a loaded trailer.
• Rear Load-Leveling Suspension — Maintains a level ride height when a heavy trailer is hitched, preserving handling stability and preventing the rear of the vehicle from squatting under tongue weight.
• Tow N' Go Package — Unlocks the 6.2L V8's full 8,700 lb towing capability, adding Brembo high-performance brakes, SRT-tuned performance exhaust, active damping suspension, and an electronic limited-slip rear differential for maximum control under load.

What Can the 2026 Durango Really Tow?

To put the numbers in context for drivers:

Visit Riverside Chrysler in Cornwall, ON, to Shop for the 2026 Dodge Durango 

The 2026 Dodge Durango is one of the most capable mid-size SUVs available in Canada, and the right engine and package depend on how you plan to use it. Our team at Riverside Chrysler is here to help you work through every option. Visit us at 2205 Vincent Massey Dr, Cornwall, Ontario, or call us at 888-560-0101 to book a test drive.