2001 Dodge Stratus R/T review from North America
"A real joy to drive, I love it!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The battery went dead while I was at work. I went to Auto zone to get a new battery and found out that the battery was fine, but the negative terminal was corroded badly. Since the negative terminal is a cheap piece or metal wrapped around the post, I cut the terminal and installed a terminal with the bolt on the end to tighten. I bought a battery anyway so I should have no problems from here on out with that part of the electronics. Other than that I have not had anything happen so far.
General comments?
I love this car. I am so glad I purchased it. The acceleration is awesome for a 6 cylinder and the 5 speed is very precise and comfortable.
The ride is smooth on newer pavement and a bit rough on older pavement and kinda feels like a stock car in some instances.
The interior is roomy and I have the seat set back about 3/4 of the way and I'm 6'-0" tall. It is very comfortable.
I have gotten 29.9 mpg one time in the last month I have had it, with driving roughly 50-60 miles a day. My drive to work is probably 20% city, 40% country road and 40% highway. I average 28.5-29mpg.
The sound system is excellent and the 6 disc changer is nice.
If they make them with 5 speeds again I am sure I will buy another one.
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| Do NOT buy this car! |
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| This is a great CAR!! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2001 |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 Liter V6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 70940 miles |
| Most recent distance | 74000 miles |
| Previous car | Dodge Stratus |
| Date of Entry | 24th October, 2006 |