2008 Dodge Avenger Consumer Reviews

Don't buy it!

Written by: howardan on 10/27/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I have never been so disappointed in a vehicle in all my life. I purchased this to get rid of my GAS GUZZLING Durango. Went with another Dodge because they gave me a better trade value, but boy the joke was on me. This car is built DIRT CHEAP. I've had it just over a year and thus far the following has gone bad and had to be replaced: Fuel Pump, Steering Pump,Valve, Half-Shaft, Water Pump, Gasket. And with all this, problems persist, but unfortunately, warranty has ended.

Favorite Features

Thought it would be the gas mileage, but other 6 cylinders get better mileage.

Suggested Improvements

SCRAP the car and start over. I will NEVER buy a Dodge again. Cheap insides, Cheap outsides, poor performance. Really nothing good to say at all.

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Avenger 08 SXT in NE Texas

Written by: Connie on 10/12/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I love this car, and it handles so well. I have put 9000 miles on it as I work for the state and travel a good bit. It can handle any traffic conditions and very good gas mileage. I actually get more than the stats that were stated when I bought it. The cooler thing is not what I thought it would be but the satellite radio has spoiled this ole gal's music experience, I can never be without it again. And the spoiler and moonroof makes me feel younger. Not! But hey, nice car.

Favorite Features

Sirius radio

Suggested Improvements

Headrest could adjust better

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transmission

Written by: curti420 on 10/11/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

i too have the chatter in the transmission. they did a flash and that didn't help (there is a flash update for the auto stick). then they say they can't find the problem or replicate the problem. then i finally get a tech to ride with me and as soon as we leave the lot it shift from 1-4 before i get to 30 mph and shakes the crap out of the whole car. then they replaced the torque converter. much better but can still feel something wrong. i almost guarantee it's the torque converter.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

better shift patterns for automatic mode. better a/c compressor, better insulated dash and doors for premium sound systems, relocate the hazard light button, better aerodynamics (wind is louder than in my ram with the sunroofs open). it need any kind of performance mod!

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New 2008 Avenger R/T

Written by: Gary on 10/08/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

Just bought a 2008 Avenger R/T with all the bells and whistles except the rear seat DVD thing. A little history first: I'm 61 my wife is 59. We test drove lots of vehicles. After lots of Internet searching and dealer quotes. We settled on the Avenger (SXT 4cyl). Liked the styling, options etc, drove it for a weekend. Power didn't make the grade (pardon the pun) for us. Went back to dealer, road tested the Avenger R/T and WOW! Hot damn! Now that's what I'm talking about. After the usual haggling etc. we got a great price (and trade in) on a Stone White 3.5 HO V6. Have driven it for four days now and I LOVE THIS CAR! and I've had many in my life.

Favorite Features

POWER. MyGig is very cool even with "standard" speaker set up. Heated seats and hot/cold cup holder, leather seats are comfortable and very adjustable. I love the "personal settings" menu. You can set your settings for lots of different things. Too cool.

Suggested Improvements

None.

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Good,bad and ugly

Written by: Rob on 10/08/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I have to say that the styling on the new Avenger blows me away every time I look at It.It looks like a mini Charger and for the price of a base Charger Mine is almost fully loaded. My main problem has been with the nav/radio.This is the third time my car has been in the shop in three months.I am on my second Nav/radio and still have problems.The radio does not respond, or turns off while driving or there is no volume. I also noticed my daytime lights go out when I signal. The ugly has to be the light colored sun visors and roof.I can see the sun visors getting dirty and they must be cleaned often.The front headrests need to be redesigned.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

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Fun Economical Drive

Written by: ps57 on 09/25/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I have had my 08 Tor Red Avenger SXT for a couple of months now and love it. If you are looking for a performance car, this is not for you. If you want stylish, economical transportation that turns heads, take a look at this car. It won't disappoint. Seating for me is very comfortable (5'6"), fits the curve of my back just right. Mygig radio is a nice system, though I am disappointed as I thought I could load my iPod onto it and can't because it doesn't read the mP4 format. You can use the aux input to play your iPod through the system though. If I had known that, I'd of stuck with the regular radio as I find myself having to look at the radio to change stations which is distracting.

Favorite Features

remote start, heated seats, Sirius satellite radio, exterior styling, stain resistant seats.

Suggested Improvements

Plastic interior looks cheap! I use the chill bin as extra storage as the "chill" is from an AC vent into the bin and is basically useless. My gig needs to read mP4 format, also shouldn't alphabetize tracks. Audio steering wheel controls should be part of the my gig package but isn't.

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I love this car!

Written by: Mindi on 09/25/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I've owned a truck for the last 30 years and never thought I would own a car again. The Avenger changed my mind! The exterior definitely turns heads when you're driving down the road. The interior is surprisingly roomy, and trunk space is great. The blue dashboard glow is very soothing, and the instrument panel is laid out nicely. There are, however, three things that I would personally change in the interior, and they are: add an overhead compartment for sunglasses, raise the center console a bit higher for a more comfortable armrest, and flatten the headrest a bit so it doesn't feel like your head is being pushed forward. The headrest was an easy fix for me by turning it around.

Favorite Features

Sporty and stylish exterior; stain resistant interior, dashboard layout and glow; aux. jack; storage space; and beautiful color (I got the Blue Pearl).

Suggested Improvements

Revise design of headrest; raise center console for armrest; include overhead storage for sunglasses.

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Awesome car and a good buy

Written by: jolschlager on 09/15/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I absolutely love my new Avenger SXT. It replaced a 2008 Hyundai Sonata that was wrecked while on vacation. I noticed a huge difference in mileage, gas, and comfort. This car has it all for someone who seeks comfort and performance. I recommend this car to anyone who is considering purchasing one. Very affordable, and fun to drive. I love this car more than any other car that I've ever owned, and it's worth every penny I spent on it.

Favorite Features

The Aux input jack. I can finally use my MP4, and Ipod.

Suggested Improvements

More storage, and an overhead sunglass case.

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6 Speed Transmission Shitfts Early

Written by: Scotty on 08/30/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

After owning my Dodge Avenger R/T AWD for only 1076 miles (no payments made yet!) my transmission has begun shifting way to early causing a tranny chatter. For example between 40 and 50 miles an hour the transmission has already shifted into 6th gear. Grrr. Instead of down-shifting the tranny "chatters" and shakes. I truly love the car and hope the dealership can repair it quickly without problems. Waited my whole life to buy "new" and it's going into the shop before the first payment is due!

Favorite Features

Everything (but the transmission!)

Suggested Improvements

include the EVIC (vehicle control center as stock item).

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Very stylish Car. Everyone Comments

Written by: ShellyG on 08/23/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I just recently bought this car...and loved it from the start. Test drove it 3x's before I bought it. The first reason was the style and the second was the AWD option, plus this car is loaded unlike some others I looked at. I agree maybe the console material could be better, but other than that I have no complaints. I get so many comments on this car, better than I ever did on the 05 Mustang I owned, though I don't get the great gas mileage my 07 Sonota did, but it's not terrible.

Favorite Features

The options. Heated seats/heated- cooled cup holder, remote start etc. Metallic paint colors

Suggested Improvements

Better armrest, more comfort

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