The Journey was styled by Ryan Nagode,[6] and was marketed globally in both left- and right-hand drive, including as the Fiat Freemont.

Revisions for the 2011 model-year include modifications to the grille, lower front fascia, redesigned interior, suspension, steering, powertrain, and use of Dodge's new logo, launched in 2011, as well as LED taillights (not available on base trims).

For the 2012 model year, the Journey became Dodge's smallest SUV after FCA stopped manufacturing the Nitro.

For the 2013 model year, Dodge released a "Blacktop" trim option, with 19-inch aluminium wheels and center caps, grille, bezel headlamps, lower front fascia accent, and exterior mirrors, all in a gloss black color.

In 2014, the Journey Crossroad was introduced with chrome accents along the lower part of the body and in the interior, smoked head and taillights, a black grille, rocker panels, rails for a roof rack, and a skid plate simile at the rear.

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.

Journey models featured standard three-row, seven-passenger seating, which was previously optional on base trim levels.

In addition, the Journey (as well as the Dodge Grand Caravan) were not available in states with California emissions requirements for the 2020 model year.

[20] Chrysler marketed the Mexican manufactured[21] Journey in Europe after model year 2011 as the Fiat Freemont, debuting the rebadged variant at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show.

[3][25] Through 2010, the V6 offered in North America was a 3.5 L (214 cu in)[3] with a six-speed automatic transmission, producing 235 hp (175 kW) and 232 lb⋅ft (315 N⋅m) of torque.

Additionally, through 2010, a Volkswagen-sourced diesel engine was available outside of North America with an automatically shifted dual clutch transmission.