2006 Dodge Stratus: Overview
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- MSRP: $20,825 -$23,755
- Invoice: $19,278 -$21,915
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- Steering/handling
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- Acceleration (4 cyl)
Vehicle Highlights
Dodge's midsize car drops its coupe body style for 2006, leaving a 4-dr sedan. Stratus comes as the SXT model with a 150-hp 4-cyl engine and as the R/T with a 200-hp V6. The R/T's V6 and sport suspension are optional on SXT. Both models have a 4-speed automatic transmission; the R/T's includes a manual shift gate. R/T also has antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, traction control, and leather upholstery, all of which are available on SXT. Curtain side airbags are optional.
COMPETITION
Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 17 classes based on size, price, and market position. Midsize Cars represent the heart of the U.S. car market. Most are price-sensitive, conservatively designed, family oriented sedans and wagons.
Our Best Buys include Honda Accord and Toyota Camry. Our Recommended picks include Chevrolet Malibu, Hyundai Sonata, Mazda 6, Nissan Altima, and Subaru Outback and Legacy.
New or significantly redesigned models include Chevrolet Impala, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, and Volkswagen Passat.
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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)
| Category | SXT, 4-cyl Rating | Midsize Car Average Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration | 4 | 5.6 |
| Fuel Economy | 5 | 5.2 |
| Ride Quality | 6 | 6.1 |
| Steering/Handling/Braking | 6 | 6.1 |
| Quietness | 6 | 6.2 |
| Controls | 6 | 6.8 |
| Details | ||
| Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) | 6 | 6.6 |
| Room/Comfort (rear) | 4 | 5 |
| Cargo Room | 5 | 4.5 |
| Value within Class | 4 | 6.1 |
| Total Score: | 52 | 58.2 |
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