Dodge Journey in Kingston: A Used Family Crossover Buyer's Guide to Trims, Trade-Ins and Financing
Updated: Sep 22
Dodge Canada says 2020 was the Dodge Journey's final model year, so anyone shopping for a Journey in Kingston today is shopping pre-owned.
At Jim Thompson Chrysler on Gardiners Road, we are a Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram dealership, so the Journey is a vehicle our sales and service teams know well.
Used stock changes daily and a Journey is not always on the lot, so this guide helps you judge the one you find and buy it well. It covers the model years, the versions, winter driving here, what to check, and how trade-ins and financing work, O.A.C.
Key Takeaways
Dodge Canada says 2020 was the Journey's final model year, so every Journey for sale today is a used vehicle.
Stellantis Canada lists five models for 2018 and 2019 (CVP, SE Plus, SXT, Crossroad and GT) and two for 2020 (CVP and Crossroad).
In a Kingston winter, the drivetrain and a set of winter tires matter most; in the 2019 lineup, AWD came with the V-6 on the SXT and Crossroad and was standard on the GT.
Before you sign, check the history report, the service records, the tires and brakes, and the third row.
We take trades of any make, paid off or not, and financing is available on pre-owned vehicles, O.A.C.
Is a Used Dodge Journey in Kingston a Good Fit for Your Family?
A used Dodge Journey can suit a Kingston family that wants flexible seating in a midsize crossover and is comfortable buying a vehicle a few model years old.
Dodge Canada describes the Journey as seating five to seven passengers, depending on the configuration, with an available third row.
That third row is why most families look, so check whether the Journey in front of you has one. For 2018 and 2019 it was available, and for 2020 Stellantis Canada lists seven-passenger seating as standard.
It fits the ordinary Kingston week: school drop-off in the west end, practice across town, and a Saturday drive out to Amherstview, Odessa or Napanee.
Try the third row with your own kids and their car seats before you decide, because how it works for your family matters more than any brochure.
If you are also weighing other pre-owned three-row crossovers, our Kia Sorento pre-owned buyer's guide covers another family vehicle Kingston shoppers look at.
If you searched Dodge Journey Kingston, you probably want to know which version to look for first, so start there.
Which Dodge Journey Model Years and Versions Should You Look For?
For most Kingston buyers, the 2018 to 2020 Journeys are the ones to look at, and the version decides the engine and whether all-wheel drive is possible.
Earlier model years exist, and this guide sticks with the last three.
2018 and 2019 Journey
Stellantis Canada's Canadian press kits for 2018 and 2019, issued under its former name, FCA Canada, list five models: CVP, SE Plus, SXT, Crossroad and GT.
Its 2019 fact sheet gives the CVP and SE Plus a 2.4-litre four-cylinder rated at 173 horsepower and 166 lb-ft of torque, paired with a four-speed automatic.
The same fact sheet rates the 3.6-litre Pentastar V-6 in the 2019 SXT, Crossroad and GT at 283 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque.
It lists the 2019 SXT and Crossroad with front-wheel drive or AWD, and the 2019 GT with AWD.
Stellantis Canada's 2018 press kit gives the same ratings for both engines and names the V-6 as standard on AWD models.
For both years, three-row seating was available rather than standard, so count the seats on the vehicle you are considering.
2020 Journey
Stellantis Canada's 2020 fact sheet trims the lineup to two models, CVP and Crossroad.
Both 2020 models carry a standard 2.4-litre four-cylinder rated at 172 horsepower and 165 lb-ft of torque, and the fact sheet lists seven-passenger seating as standard.
That 2020 fact sheet does not describe the drivetrain, so confirm it, along with the model and engine, from the VIN rather than the badge on the tailgate alone.
How Does a Kingston Winter Change Which Journey You Should Buy?
In Kingston, winter is the question that settles the drivetrain, so think about how you drive in January before you settle on a version.
If your week includes Highway 401 to Gananoque or Napanee, rural roads north of the city, or a lineup for the Wolfe Island ferry, a V-6 Journey with AWD is the version worth looking for.
Stellantis Canada's 2019 fact sheet says the Journey's available AWD works on demand, driving only the front wheels until the rear wheels need power.
If most of your driving is on plowed city streets between the west end and downtown, a front-wheel-drive Journey on good winter tires is a reasonable choice for many families.
Either way, plan on a set of winter tires for the season, and ask whether one comes with the vehicle.
Think about the third row in winter too, because boots, hockey bags and a stroller often mean driving with it folded.
Stellantis Canada's 2019 fact sheet says the second- and third-row seats fold flat, so fold them yourself on the test drive and see what space is left.
What Should You Check Before Buying a Used Dodge Journey in Kingston?
Check the history, the records, the wear items and the exact version, in that order, because a 2018 to 2020 Journey has several winters behind it.
Here is the list we suggest for any used Journey:
The vehicle history report, for past accidents, registration history and where the vehicle has lived.
Open recalls: run the VIN through Transport Canada's motor vehicle safety recalls database close to the day you buy, or ask our service team to check it for you.
Service records, especially oil changes and any work on the transmission and, on an AWD Journey, the AWD system.
The tires and brakes, including tread depth and whether a set of winter tires comes with the vehicle.
The third row and cargo area: the seat latches, the fold-flat seats, and the removable in-floor storage bins that Stellantis Canada lists as standard on every 2019 trim.
The model year, engine and drivetrain, confirmed from the VIN.
In Ontario, a registered dealer has to disclose certain facts about a used vehicle's history in writing, so read that part of the bill of sale before you sign.
We go through the history report and the paperwork with you, and a test drive with a stretch of Highway 401 and some stop-and-go on Gardiners Road tells you the rest.
After you buy, our factory-trained service team and Mopar parts look after it under the same roof, and you can book a service appointment online whenever it is due.
Is There a Newer Three-Row Dodge If a Journey Isn't the Right Fit?
Yes: the Dodge Durango is a three-row Dodge we sell new, and Dodge Canada's own Journey page lists it among similar vehicles, alongside the Chrysler Pacifica and the Jeep Compass.
The Durango suits a family that wants a newer vehicle with a third row, and our Dodge Durango three-row family SUV guide walks through its trims and the buying path.
If sliding doors suit your family better, the Chrysler Grand Caravan and Chrysler Pacifica minivans are part of our new lineup too.
You can see what is in stock today in our new vehicle inventory, which updates daily, and financing on new vehicles is available, O.A.C.
Can You Trade In Your Vehicle Toward a Dodge Journey in Kingston?
Yes, and it works the same whether your vehicle is paid off or you still owe money on it.
We appraise it and put the value in writing, based on its condition, kilometers, history and what the same vehicle sells for in Eastern Ontario right now.
See what your current vehicle is worth online first, so you arrive with a starting point.
Bring the ownership, every key and fob, any service records you have, and your lender's account details if there is a loan.
If there is a loan, with your permission we request the exact payout from your lender and show it beside the appraisal on one page.
When the payout is higher than the appraisal, the difference can sometimes be carried within the new financing, O.A.C., or covered with money down.
We also buy vehicles outright, so an appraisal does not commit you to buying.
Financing a Used Dodge Journey in Kingston
Financing is available on pre-owned vehicles at Jim Thompson Chrysler, a used Dodge Journey included, O.A.C.
Approval depends on your application, income, credit, the vehicle and lender requirements, so we do not promise an outcome before we have seen the file.
Lenders look at a used vehicle's age and kilometers as part of the application, and every Journey is at least a few model years old, so ask us how that applies to the one you pick.
Our finance office works with a range of lenders, O.A.C., and explains each option in plain language.
Pre-approval is available, O.A.C., and it does not commit you to a vehicle. A joint application with a spouse or partner is common and treated as normal.
Start with our quick online credit application and your file will be moving before you visit, O.A.C.
Bring your driver's licence and a recent pay stub when you come in, and we can finish the rest with you at the desk.
Why Buy a Used Vehicle at Jim Thompson Chrysler Kingston?
Because we are a local Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram dealership on Gardiners Road, the people who sell a used Dodge and the people who service it work under one roof.
With over 400 used vehicles available, Jim Thompson Chrysler has one of the largest selections in the area.
What we do:
Go through the history report and the paperwork on the vehicle with you before you sign.
Confirm the model year, engine and drivetrain of a used Journey from its VIN.
Put the appraisal, any payout and the finance options on one page, in plain language.
Take trades of any make, paid off or not.
Offer financing on new and pre-owned vehicles, O.A.C., starting with a quick online application.
If there is no Journey in the listings on the day you look, our sales team can walk you through the used crossovers and SUVs that are there.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Dodge Journey still made?
No. Dodge Canada says 2020 was the Journey's final model year, so every Journey for sale in Kingston today is pre-owned.
The used listings at Jim Thompson Chrysler show what is on the lot, and they update daily, so check them before you visit.
Does the Dodge Journey have all-wheel drive?
Some do. Stellantis Canada's 2019 fact sheet lists AWD on the SXT and Crossroad, both with the 3.6-litre V-6, and as standard on the GT, while the CVP and SE Plus carry the four-cylinder.
Confirm the drivetrain of any used Journey from its VIN before you buy.
Is a used Dodge Journey good in winter?
It depends on the version and the tires. An AWD Journey on winter tires suits Highway 401 commutes and rural roads around Kingston.
A front-wheel-drive Journey on winter tires can suit mostly city driving. Check the tires and ask whether a set of winter tires comes with the vehicle.
How many people does a Dodge Journey seat?
Dodge Canada says the Journey seats five to seven passengers, depending on the configuration.
For 2018 and 2019, Stellantis Canada lists three-row seating as available, and for 2020 it lists seven-passenger seating as standard, so count the seat belts on the vehicle you are considering.
Can I trade in a vehicle I still owe money on toward a used Dodge Journey?
Yes. With your permission we request the payout from your lender, appraise your vehicle in writing, and show both on one page so you can see whether there is a gap.
A gap can sometimes be carried within the new financing, O.A.C., or covered with money down.
Find Your Used Dodge Journey in Kingston
Settle the model year, the drivetrain and the seating first, and the rest of the decision gets simpler.
See what your current vehicle is worth, then send our quick online credit application so financing is moving before you arrive, O.A.C.
A used Journey is not always in our listings, so browse our full used inventory for what is on the lot today.
If a newer family vehicle suits you better, look at the Dodge Durango, Chrysler Grand Caravan and Chrysler Pacifica in our new vehicle inventory.
Then come to Gardiners Road, just off Highway 401, whether you are driving in from downtown, Amherstview, Odessa, Napanee or off the Wolfe Island ferry.
Bring the family and the car seats, because the right crossover is the one everybody fits in on an ordinary school morning.
Visit us at 805 Gardiners Road, Kingston, ON K7M 7E6
Browse inventory online, value your trade, get pre-approved on approved credit, book service, or contact our team.
Local: (613)-389-4426 Sales: (877)-251-9249 Parts: (888)-711-5309 Service: (888)-713-0742
About the Author:
Kerry Irven is the Vice President of New and Used Automotive Operations for Heighton Automotive Group, a family-owned and operated automotive group serving communities across Eastern Ontario. Kerry began his automotive career in new-car sales, building his experience on the showroom floor and working his way through multi-store dealership operations.
With over 25 years in the automotive industry, Kerry has helped grow automotive businesses from one location with 40 to 50 vehicles in stock to more than 500 vehicles across 10 rooftops. His hands-on background in both new and used-vehicle operations gives him a practical understanding of what customers look for when shopping for their next vehicle.
Throughout his career, Kerry has always been actively involved in staff coaching and in understanding customer wants and needs, helping ensure the businesses he works with continue to adapt to what customers are truly looking for.
One of the most exciting chapters of his career has been the shift into modern automotive marketing, embracing new technology, transparent pricing, customer-first inventory strategies, and new ways to create a better vehicle-shopping experience.
Kerry has completed extensive automotive training, including certification through the Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council, involvement with the Used Car Dealers Association of Ontario, Canadian automotive dealer training, and multiple customer service courses.
Born and raised on a farm, Kerry has always valued family, hard work, and a practical, down-to-earth approach. Joining Heighton Automotive Group and working alongside Thomas Heighton and family, along with managing partners Kyle Lothian and Martin Gougeon, has allowed him to bring those same values into the car business. It has also allowed Kerry to continue following a simple philosophy: treat every customer exactly the way he would want to be treated.
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