After testing the MAXLINER Custom Fit Floor Mats in my 2018 Dodge Journey for 6 months, here's the real deal on these budget-friendly liners.

What I Loved:

- First-row perfection: The front mats fit like gloves with their raised edges, catching every coffee spill and muddy boot print during soccer season.

- Beach-day hero: Sand from our coastal trips stayed trapped in the textured surface – just vacuumed out effortlessly.

- Price-to-performance: At half the cost of WeatherTech, these deliver 80% of the functionality. The $100+ savings felt justified.

Reality Checks:

- Third-row struggles: Like multiple reviewers noted, the rear mats interfere with seat adjustment. I ended up trimming mine with scissors (easy fix, but annoying).

- Material thickness: They're slightly thinner than premium brands, but held up fine through a Chicago winter's salt and slush.

Pro Tip: Skip the 3-row set if you rarely use the back seats. The front/middle rows alone provide stellar coverage where it matters most.

Final Verdict: For Dodge Journey owners wanting affordable, functional protection without luxury-brand pricing, these mats punch above their weight class. Just manage expectations for the third row.