--- title: "The 14-Year-Old Dodge Durango May Hang Around Until 2028—and Keep the Hemi V8" date: "2025-04-14" modified: "2025-04-14" authors: - name: "Nico DeMattia" job_title: "Contributing Writer" link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/nico-demattia" url: "https://www.thedrive.com/news/the-14-year-old-dodge-durango-may-hang-around-until-2028-and-keep-the-hemi-v8" categories: - "Car Tech" - "Dodge News" - "Manufacturing" - "News" - "News by Brand" tags: - "dodge" - "Durango" - "SUV" --- # The 14-Year-Old Dodge Durango May Hang Around Until 2028—and Keep the Hemi V8 ![Dodge Durango]() *Stellantis* When [Dodge]() finally puts this current-generation [Durango]() SUV out to pasture, it will be as old as the dino-fuel it runs on. It's *already* 14 years old, having debuted in 2011, which is ancient in the car world. Models are typically completely refreshed or put down in half that time. But according to *[Mopar Insiders]()*, this third-gen Dodge Durango will stick around until 2028, making it 17 years old when it finally ends. Furthermore, it should keep the Hemi V8, too. Dodge didn't respond to *The Drive's* request for comment yet, but we'll update this story when we get more information. *Mopar Insiders* reportedly spoke to suppliers who had a virtual meeting with Dodge, in which they were told that they need to keep making Durango parts, because it's going to live on for another three years. It was originally supposed to end next year, but Dodge made the sudden decision to reverse course. This decision reportedly came after[ President Trump rolled back Biden-era electric vehicle mandates](). Since Dodge isn't required to rush as quickly into the EV market anymore, it can keep building the Durango without penalty. And since it's been on sale for so long, Dodge is basically printing money with it at this point, as its original investment must be long paid for by now. And those high profits will likely help Dodge navigate the financial uncertainty of [Trump's new tariffs](). This move gives Stellantis some time to figure out what it's doing and where it's going before it makes any drastic EV decisions. It's likely not a coincidence that the Durango's alleged 2028 deadline aligns with the next presidential election. There could be an entirely new administration with entirely new goals then, so it seems like Dodge is punting here. ![]() **Stellantis** If the Hemi V8 really is sticking around until 2028, that could mean the Durango Hellcat could hang out for longer, too. If so, expect about 30 special edition models between now and then. The [Final Edition collectors]() are going to be grumpy again, for sure. The Durango will continue to be built at its Jefferson North Assembly Plant in Detroit. What happens after 2028? With so much tariff and regulatory uncertainty, it's hard to say. Until then, though, we get a few more years of rumbly V8s from America's elder statesman SUV. *Got tips? Send 'em to tips@thedrive.com* ## Author Nico is a writer and reviewer from New Jersey who probably thinks he’s a lot funnier than he actually is. His love of cars began when he was just a kid playing Gran Turismo 3, grinding out enough race wins with a Mazda Miata to save up for an in-game RUF 911. That passion for small, lightweight sports cars drove his desire to learn more about the industry, get his hands on as many cars as he could, and bring those experiences to life on the page. He cut his teeth writing about BMWs, Volkswagens, and Audis, mostly, and has owned far too many of each. He’s on his fourth 3 Series sedan, but all of his old, cheap German cars have forced him to learn more about car maintenance than his mechanical capability can handle. Too many late nights have been spent scrambling to get a car running by morning so he could get to work. For some reason, he never seems to learn that old Bimmers probably aren’t the best daily drivers. But he loves more than just old German cars. He’ll gladly drive and discuss anything with four (or even three) wheels. Cars aren’t his only passions, though. Nico is also a big nerd and loves movies, video games, comic books, and cares far too much about the New York Giants. So don’t be surprised if you see football references or dumb, obscure movie quotes in any of his car reviews. ### Author social links [Instagram]() [LinkedIn]()