1996 Dodge Avenger avenger basic review from North America
"The best car I have ever owned"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
A leaking head gasket (oil) Performance still great.
Headlight assembly has become dull.
Front bumper gets caught on sidewalk curbs, the underside cracked.
EGR valve malfunction at 158000 miles.
General comments?
The car handles great and is very sturdy around curves.
I have had no mechanical problems with car that I could not fix myself, except the leaking head gasket.
The A/C is still cold after 10 years of ownership, never has been recharged.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1996 |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 27500 miles |
| Most recent distance | 174500 miles |
| Previous car | Dodge Spirit |
| Date of Entry | 31st May, 2006 |