1997 Eagle Talon ESI review from North America
"Reliable and Sporty (1/4 less than Eclipse!)"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Only one thing. I had to replace the thermostat. Cost: $8.50.
Mitsubishi produced the finest engine ever to enter a Chrysler product!!!
General comments?
In all the car is pleasant to drive. It's not gonna win many races... except with other 4cyl ma-bey. But, it really is fun to drive. The stick shifts fairly smooth and the car handles extremely well.
For myself the car is comfortable for about 1 hour. Then I have to get out and stand a bit. That's why a gave it a knock on comfort.
This is hands down one of the most reliable cars on the road. I'm not extremely hard on a car, but 1 1/2 years and I've had not a single day where my car won't start or runs poorly.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | Non-turbo Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 82000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 97000 miles |
| Previous car | Pontiac Firebird |
| Date of Entry | 9th January, 2004 |