1995-2000 Dodge Avenger: Overview
Updated: 11/23/08
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Pros
- Acceleration (V6)
- Passenger and cargo room
- Steering/handling
- Available antilock brakes
Cons
- Radio controls
- Road noise
- Acceleration (4-cylinder automatic)
- Rear visibility
Vehicle Highlights
Both Avenger and its corporate cousin, the Chrysler Sebring, were designed by Chrysler but built by Mitsubishi in Illinois. They ride a modified Mitsubishi Galant platform. Sebrings and Avengers differ mainly in grille and taillights, but Dodge's version had fewer standard features and a lower sticker price. Avengers came in base and ES models. The base had a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine with dual-overhead camshafts and 140 horsepower. A 5-speed manual transmission was standard and 4-speed automatic optional. The ES got a 2.5-liter single-camshaft V6 that came only with the automatic, but a 4-cylinder engine and manual shift were available as credit options. Antilock brakes were standard on the ES and optional on base Avengers. Dual airbags were standard on both.
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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)
| Category | Dodge Avenger ES 2.5-liter Rating | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | 3 | |
| Fuel Economy | 6 | |
| Ride Quality | 3 | |
| Steering/Handling/Braking | 6 | |
| Quietness | 3 | |
| Controls/Materials | 4 | |
| Interior Room | 4 | |
| Room/Comfort (rear) | 2 | |
| Cargo Capacity | 3 | |
| Value within Class | 3 | |
| Total Score: | 37 |
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