Brief Review: 2008 Dodge Avenger SXT, 4-Cylinder

[Frank Lee]

You seriously need some gas log data...

[orange4boy]

Did the build that thing out of lead? My Previa minivan is 3700lbs. Way better EPA tho. mine's 15/20

They must be "avenging" the poor downtrodden oil companies.

[Frank Lee]

Chrysler is like that.

I have a Dynasty and at around 3000lbs it's porky for it's size.

Of course now even the itty bitty cars weigh tons due to all the crap loaded into 'em.

[ECONORAM]

Originally Posted by Frank Lee

You seriously need some gas log data...

I looked at yours and I think I can get that done sometime this week (working homework).

Originally Posted by orange4boy

Did the build that thing out of lead? My Previa minivan is 3700lbs. Way better EPA tho. mine's 15/20

They must be "avenging" the poor downtrodden oil companies.

Yes, I told my wife her car is going on a diet. My goal is 10%. We'll see.

[Frank Lee]

Blue has been in storage for over a year.

I have complete logs for what I'm currently driving, but elsewhere. No need to duplicate them... yet.

[elpepo17]

Despite what this post says, in my experience atleast, they're a quick little car.

I drive a 2009 SXT with a 2.4L Dual VVT and I have no problem with the power. Pushes 180(KM/h) easily, and there should be no need to go any quicker than 150 off the track. Acceleration is quick. I mean, don't expect to sit there and smoke your tires, but they spin if you try. It's peppy. As for the weight, it's meant to be like a compact muscle car. It's got good handling at any speed, and is very responsive. The stock speakers sound better than half the aftermarket crap my buddies throw in their cars. Odometer is at 63,372KM and I haven't had a single issue with it to date. Only thing I've had to do so far is Synthetic Oil Changes and just recently had to change brake pads. As for the fuel mileage, it's been pretty good to me so far.

That's my mini review. If you're thinking about buying one, test it first, don't just go by the reviews as everyone is going to have their own opinions.

As for mine, I love it!

I still think they should've made a RWD version with a bigger 6 or a small 8. Would've been siiiicckk. Despite gas mileage.

And for those of you that don't know, I believe it's this year or 2013, Chrysler is retiring the Dodge Avenger and the 200 is taking it over.

[RH77]

Originally Posted by elpepo17

Despite what this post says, in my experience atleast, they're a quick little car

First, welcome to EcoModder!

I have changed my stance on the Avenger since the review. After getting to know it better, I found myself choosing to rent it more and more. The seating position improved, as did the FE -- things like satellite radio and that extra space proved to be useful in toting passengers. It has generally been the most fuel efficient option among mid and full-sized fleet sedans on my list of choices -- and is just refreshingly simple.

Speaking of the 200, it's "OK" -- I expected more, but it seems like a warmed-over Sebring. Nothing remarkable.

I'm going to catch some flack here, but I really like the redesigned Charger. The base 2.7L is finally gone. A new, almost 300-HP "Pentastar V6" is now standard. The new plant is smooth and responsive, which swiftly propels the stylish, new "modern retro" sheetmetal with plenty of extra punch. Add to that a touchscreen control unit for the radio and HVAC, and the good looks now match inside and out.

Highway FE is close to 30 mpg, but drive it around town, and that number drops significantly, especially when driven aggressively (which is hard to resist)

Best FE to ya, and welcome...

RH77