2008 Dodge Avenger Consumer Reviews Page 8

Great Buy

Written by: Chris on 07/31/2007

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Avenger R/T 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I have been looking for a new midsize car for the last few months and have been to every dealer we have in town here. This is the only care that stirred any emotional response from me and it did that very well. I drove the SXT and the R/T, the R/T is defiantly the way to go if you like spirited driving. I have only had the car a few weeks but I haven’t found any thing to regret this buy. I really recommend this car for anyone shopping in the midsize market that wants to stand out and have fun doing so.

Favorite Features

3.5 engine with the 6 speed is a match thats hard to beat from any make or price. The exterior styling sets it apart from the bland consertive midsize crowd. Interior design and layout carry over the edgy exterior lines.

Suggested Improvements

A few more soft touch plastic surfaces

8 out 8 people found this review helpful

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2008 Dodge Avenger SE

Written by: 2008 Dodge Avenger on 07/08/2007

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Avenger SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

This car is peppy and takes hills very well. Sharp styling. Fun to drive. Check out the paint before you drive in home from the dealer. I noticed when I got home a few imperfections in the paint. I have Silver Steel metallic and it's great. Plenty of room on a trip with kids. Don't think because it's 4 cylinder that's a dog. It's a 16 valve.

Favorite Features

The cooler. Smooth ride. Gray interior. It feels racey and not like some soccer mom car. I love styling.

Suggested Improvements

My interior is mostly gray. When it comes to the inside roof it's white. I don't like it or the white rear deck that reflects onto the window.

7 out 9 people found this review helpful

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Nice ride

Written by: JMM on 06/27/2007

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Avenger SXT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

Just bought this car and couldn't be happier. Did quite a bit of shopping and comparing before I purchaed it. Looked at the Caliber hard too since it's the same platform. Handles great, very quick although slightly 'doggish' when the air is blasting 0-40. The transaxle shifting is very nice and it looks great. Gas mileage on the first tank was around 25.

Favorite Features

Looks and transaxle shifting

Suggested Improvements

Angle of headrest is a bit severe

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Love It

Written by: David on 06/27/2007

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Avenger R/T 4dr Sedan AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Very sharp looking with a 3/4 Charger look. Rides firm, solid without being harsh. 6 speed automatic shifts quickly and smooth with no lag between gears. Mileage is same as advertised. Full of features like the upper bin that keeps soda cans cool and the hot or cold beverage holder in the console. Both ways work excellent. Interior lighting at night is awesome - almost like high end aircraft! ATC keeps temperature inside constant, no dialing up or down needed once you find your comfort zone. 3.5 engine is quiet and the exhaust has a really cool, high performance sound.

Favorite Features

Mileage, performance, and the hot/cold cup holder all are excellent!

Suggested Improvements

Where's the Hemi? I'm always looking for more power!

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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This 4 cylinder moves!

Written by: Sue on 06/24/2007

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Avenger SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

This car is great up hills. It isn't noisy like someone had said. I have the dark/light slate seats and Silver Steel Metallic. The paint glistens in the sun. I am totally please with this car.

Favorite Features

Smooth ride. Excellent paint job.The body styling is an eye catcher. The standard options like air, alarm,are standard. Some brands charge for that stuff. I like the cooler for soda.

Suggested Improvements

A darker color for the rear deck. Light colors reflect onto the window. It makes it hard to see. The battery is in a bad place.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Nice car

Written by: rapidnet_rick on 06/18/2007

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Avenger R/T 4dr Sedan AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I only have about 600 miles, but am happy thus far. I purchased an extended warranty, not happy with stadard warranty! I hope the quality continues, and does not degrade over time. The AWD mileage is about 16 thus far with mixed driving, which isn't good, and about the worst for a car with its engine size and horse power. Wife's 2000 Nissan Pathfinder gets 17 under same conditions. Overall I like the car, and think it's a good value for the money.

Favorite Features

MyGig Infotainment system!

Suggested Improvements

More horse power, better mileage.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Good Start But....

Written by: MkHitech on 06/14/2007

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Avenger SXT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

We have the SXT with the 2.7L flex fuel engine. Rides far better on Michigan's roads than our Accord did. Interior design is also better. Unfortunately the interior has too much cheap, hard, and gray plastic. It's also slower than our 2001 Stratus ES with the same engine, and gets 5 MPG less. Somehow Dodge has made this engine sound like it came from a bread truck instead of the nice exhaust sound on the Stratus and smooth acceleration. The Avenger seems to "fight" it's way up to speed. We have the upgraded seats and even those are awful. No comfort at all and they squeak like crazy. Like the looks, love the design, but needs better quality, MPG, and be put on a diet. Close, but no cigar.

Favorite Features

Cup cooler/warmer and LED interior lighting. Slick. Very smooth ride for a mid-size. Feels secure.

Suggested Improvements

Better interior materials quality, more interior color options. The Boston Acoustics sound system is way too boomy. The Infinity systems were much better. Better exhaust sound, no bread truck engines. Better mileage. Needs a manual transmission option

3 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Excellent buy

Written by: dwalk on 06/10/2007

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Avenger SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

When I first saw the Avenger, I must admit I wasn't too much impressed. Went to test drive one and got the car the same day. For a 4cylinder it has great take off and the ride is very smooth. If you want a Charger, but don't want the price and gas mileage, get the Avenger. The car dosen't burn hardly any gas, you can ride in style for days.

Favorite Features

Beverage cooler/ smooth ride/ excellent on fuel

Suggested Improvements

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Nice car

Written by: coonie on 06/06/2007

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Avenger SXT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

Would be nice if gas mileage would increase. I am not getting 28mpg. Car handles very well. One mistake I made was to add the rain guards, they create too much of a blind spot. Overall I am very happy with it.

Favorite Features

Dash design

Suggested Improvements

Head rests are very high, hard for short people to see around.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Bang for the buck

Written by: thebroker on 05/21/2007

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Avenger R/T 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

My initial plans were to buy a Chrysler 300C this year. However, the significantly lower price and sexy looks of the Avenger caught my attention when I went to the dealership. I first testdrove the SXT, but then on impulse, I decided to purchase the R/T sitting on the showroom floor. I was amazed at the difference. The R/T is at least as much fun to drive as the BMW 328i I had a few cars back. I bought it three days ago, and I love driving it so much that I've already put a thousand miles on it. It's just fun to drive, and a great value for the money. Also, four people have plenty of room, which is something I didn't expect in a car this size.

Favorite Features

The beverage chiller is great, and the in-dash CD changer is pretty neat, too. Above all, though, my favorite feature is the 18-inch wheels, which make for a very smooth ride.

Suggested Improvements

A little wood or carbon fiber trim inside would be great. Perhaps I'm spoiled by higher-end cars, but the interior looks a little less classy than a car of this caliber should.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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