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8 Responses to “2008 Dodge Avenger SE,SXT,R/T,R/T AWD”

1. By Susan on Apr 5, 2008 | Reply

   I love my Avenger. I purchased 3 last year and paid cash. I have no regrets nor my girls except the brakes could last longer. I drive 140 miles a day/4days a week on one tank of gas. I love it. I can hug a curve at 90MPH with not even the slightest wobble. I dont like where the flasher button is positioned, I always hit it when I am putting things in the compartment under it. The blinkers stay on even after you turn them off or they register right when I am going left. and the bright lights lever is way too sensitive. Everytime you put your blinker on…the slightest push forward will engage the brights. Other than that I love my car and my girls love theirs also.

2. By Tiffany on Apr 5, 2008 | Reply

   I don’t even know where to begin with this car! My husband traded in his Jeep to get a car with good fuel economy and we got burned with the Avenger SXT! In a period of 6 months, we had the car in the shop at least 10 times. Every speaker in the car had to be replaced, the radiator blew at 10,000 miles, and it stalled frequently when braking or slowing down to turn in front of traffic. It was frightening to drive or ride in this car. The transmission also shifted so hard that it made you think you just got rear ended. The interior looked cheaply designed and the chrome accents on the gear shift reflected sun directly into your eyes.

   The service techs could not recreate the problem and one even said, “It’s starts back up, doesn’t it?” then implied that stalling was part of normal operation. Even more troubling was the customer service provided by Chrysler Corporation. We filed a last repair attempt request before we filed Lemon Law paperwork. This was denied because they couldn’t recreate the problem and we were told that any further requests for service would be denied. We had to file Lemon Law on this clunker and Chrysler finally agreed to buy back the vehicle. The day we returned the vehicle the service manager mentioned that there are a lot of Avengers with this same issue and there is currently no fix.

   We will NEVER own another Chrysler product, especially a Dodge. We are very happy to be free of this POS.

3. By Josh B on Apr 5, 2008 | Reply

   I bought an avenger in SEP 07, I was initally impressed with its combination of power and fuel effiency. However, after 2 months it started to stall randomly while I was stopped or braking to turn (along with a laundry list of one time problems and recalls) I had the vehicle in for service several times, but the dealership was unable to dublicate the problem. Eventually Corp. Chrysler called me and said I could not bring it in for service on this problem any more, I asked what else I could do; they said nothing. I then was forced into the Florida Lemon Law process which is time consuming, but fairly pain free. Once the paperwork was completed and a hearing date was set Chrysler called me and offered to buy back the car in MAR 08. I was surprised to learn that Chrysler has no internal program to make things right on their own, that coupled with the poor customer service at the corp level ensured that I will never own another one of their products. Additionally, after I dropped it off at the dealership as part of the buy back, the service dept said that several Avengers were experiancing the same problem … you’ve been warned

4. By Bret on Apr 5, 2008 | Reply

   I am very impressed with the ride, feel and looks of the “New” Avenger. The mileage is turning out better than anticipated for having a 2.4L with this size frame. The custom made Air Deflector, “Avenger” stamped stainless steel door sills and chrome exhaust accessories really set off the overall appearance. I have not experienced any problems and would highly recommend the Avenger for looks, performance and overall value. The Inferno Red gives off a gloss that turns heads!!

5. By Jim on Apr 5, 2008 | Reply

   I purchased the car with 8 miles on it. Took it in after 250 miles to have tow adjusted. It was pulling to the left. I had also noticed what sounded like a high engine rev while braking. This was in mild temperatures. When the temperature dropped into the 20’s or teen’s I noticed that the engine was having trouble shifting. This was from 2nd gear and up. The engine would not shift until I pushed the rpms to 3000 or just above. Took it to the dealer. Nothing showed up on the computer. They thought the engine was just cold. 4 months old, 2300 miles I am concerned. Is anyone having this problem?

6. By S. E. on Apr 5, 2008 | Reply

   I hopes of replacing my ‘96 Dodge Stratus with a near equivalent car - I test drove an SE (one with quite a few of the upgrades of the SXT) but with the 2.4L engine. I found the steering to be quite responsive, and the ride very smooth (with it’s 17″ wheels). Althought the seat were firm, I appreciated the lumbar support. As a 6′2″ person, the forward tilt head rests did not seem to bug me at all.
   My only criticism is the rearward visability seems lacking. When backing out of a parking space, I was a little uncomfortable w/ the blind spots. The side view mirrors seem a bit smallish. I’m one who takes a little time to decide, but I definitely liked this car and could see myself buying one of these!

7. By Dee on Apr 5, 2008 | Reply

   overall, I think the car is good on the road for long distance trips. I love this car!

8. By robert bojarski on Apr 5, 2008 | Reply

   rented this car for my vacation. very surprised with the quality build, good performance, and excellent handling. My wife has a 2007 camry, this car blows it away.