Dodge Journey Speaker Size

Rear Door Panel Speaker

Dashboard Speaker

Front Door Panel Speaker

Dodge Journey Speaker FAQ

What speakers should I replace first in my Dodge Journey for the biggest sound improvement?

Replace the front door panel 6 x 9 speakers first. These handle most of your music's midrange and vocal frequencies - around 80Hz to 4kHz typically. The front speakers create your stereo image, so upgrading them gives you the most noticeable improvement. Component speakers work particularly well here since you can position the tweeters for better imaging. The Dodge Journey's front door location actually provides decent mounting depth, usually around 3 inches. After the fronts, consider the rear doors, though the 2018-2020 models switched to 6.5 inch which might limit your upgrade options compared to the earlier 6 x 9 setup.

Can I install component speakers in all Dodge Journey door locations?

Yes, but placement varies by location. Front doors work best for components since you can mount tweeters in the door panels or sail panels. The 6 x 9 size gives you plenty of woofer options - look for speakers rated around 50-75 watts RMS. Rear doors can accommodate components too, though the 2018-2020 Dodge Journey's switch to 6.5 inch rear speakers means fewer component options. You'll need to check tweeter mounting locations in the rear... sometimes the door design doesn't cooperate. Component crossovers usually fit behind the door panel if there's enough space. Just verify your amplifier can handle the impedance load - most components run 4 ohms.

Why did Dodge change the rear speaker size in newer Journey models?

Cost and space optimization, most likely. The 2018-2020 Dodge Journey rear doors probably got redesigned for manufacturing efficiency. 6.5 inch speakers are cheaper to source and require less mounting depth than 6 x 9 speakers. This doesn't necessarily mean worse sound - a quality 6.5 inch speaker can outperform a cheap 6 x 9. The frequency response might shift slightly... 6 x 9 speakers typically handle lower frequencies better due to cone area, but modern 6.5 inch designs with good excursion can compensate. The change does limit your upgrade options though - 6 x 9 aftermarket selection is usually broader.

Should I bother upgrading the 3.5 inch dashboard speakers in my Dodge Journey?

Probably not your priority. These dashboard speakers handle mainly upper midrange and treble - roughly 500Hz and up. They're more about filling in sound gaps than providing primary audio. The 3.5 inch size severely limits bass response anyway. Focus your budget on the door speakers first. However, if you're running a full system upgrade with an amplifier, decent 3.5 inch coaxials can improve clarity. Look for speakers with good off-axis response since dashboard mounting often creates odd listening angles. The Dodge Journey's dashboard location might have depth restrictions too - measure before ordering.