Negotiating leverage
44
moderate leverage / 100
~66 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
Ridekick price intelligence
2016 Dodge Journey Price: Fair Market Value & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Fair market price
$7,996
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Fair price is in the typical market range
$2,900$13,995
- Typical market range
- $6,850–$9,995
- Ridekick fair price
- $7,996
- Original MSRP range
- $20,995–$33,695
Middle 50% of active listings
Mileage-adjusted estimate
6 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
Signals to help you frame a conversation—not a promise about a particular vehicle or dealer.
National supply
66
days of supply
Buyer's market
Inventory is moving slowly, so buyers typically have more room to negotiate on a 2016 Dodge Journey.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$19,315–$20,155
Estimated dealer invoice — about $20,995 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossRoad | $7,560 | $26,295 | $24,191–$25,243 |
| CrossRoad Plus | $7,809 | $27,395 | $25,203–$26,299 |
| R/T | $8,011 | $33,695 | $30,999–$32,347 |
| SXT | $8,374 | $28,095 | $25,847–$26,971 |
| SE | $8,420 | $20,995 | $19,315–$20,155 |
| canada-value-package | — | $22,495 | $20,695–$21,595 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Fair price
Trim
$5,469$20,628$35,786
Fair priceCrossRoad
$7,560
CrossRoad: fair price $7,560, original MSRP $26,295, estimated dealer cost $24,191 to $25,243.
CrossRoad Plus
$7,809
CrossRoad Plus: fair price $7,809, original MSRP $27,395, estimated dealer cost $25,203 to $26,299.
R/T
$8,011
R/T: fair price $8,011, original MSRP $33,695, estimated dealer cost $30,999 to $32,347.
SXT
$8,374
SXT: fair price $8,374, original MSRP $28,095, estimated dealer cost $25,847 to $26,971.
SE
$8,420
SE: fair price $8,420, original MSRP $20,995, estimated dealer cost $19,315 to $20,155.
canada-value-package
—
canada-value-package: fair price not available, original MSRP $22,495, estimated dealer cost $20,695 to $21,595.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and fair price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2016 Dodge Journey runs about $8,536 in MT to $9,796 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $596 | $110+ | $8,931 |
| TX | $514 | $332 | $9,071 |
| FL | $494 | $1,074+ | $9,793 |
| NY | $329 | $371 | $8,925 |
| PA | $494 | $587 | $9,306 |
| IL | $514 | $683 | $9,422 |
| OH | $473 | $444 | $9,142 |
| GA | $576 | $637 | $9,438 |
| NC | $247 | $793 | $9,265 |
| WA | $535 | $215+ | $8,975 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $8,750 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Fuel economy
19
MPG city
25
MPG highway
21
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2016 Dodge Journey configuration (Regular).
Safety & recalls
4 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2016 Dodge Journey.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.
Campaign 18V332000 · 17/05/2018
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Journey, Jeep Compass, and Jeep Patriot vehicles manufactured May 9, 2016, to July 15, 2016. The crankshaft or camshaft sensor may only work intermittently, causing the engine to stall.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft or camshaft sensor connector, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S89.
Campaign 16V907000 · 16/12/2016
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured July 31, 2015, to April 18, 2016, 2016 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured August 17, 2015, to January 29, 2016, and 2016 RAM ProMaster vehicles manufactured August 15, 2016, to April 15, 2016. The transmission pump may seize causing a loss of hydraulic pressure.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission pump, free of charge. The recall began on August 18, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S44.
Campaign 16V461000 · 24/06/2016
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured July 31, 2007, to November 12, 2016. After exposure to cold temperatures, the power steering return hose may rupture at engine start-up causing a loss of power steering assist.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering return hoses, steel tubes, and power steering oil cooler, free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S08.
Campaign 16V273000 · 06/05/2016
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is a fair price for a 2016 Dodge Journey?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $7,996, within a typical market range of $6,850 to $9,995.
Is the 2016 Dodge Journey cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $20,995, so a fair used price is roughly $12,999 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2016 Dodge Journey?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $8,536 in MT to $9,796 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2016 Dodge Journey?
There are about 66 days of national market supply for the 2016 Dodge Journey — Inventory is moving slowly, so buyers typically have more room to negotiate on a 2016 Dodge Journey.
How much can you negotiate on a 2016 Dodge Journey?
Negotiating leverage rates 44/100 (moderate). ~66 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
What does the dealer pay for a 2016 Dodge Journey?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $19,315–$20,155 — its $20,995 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 8/5/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.