2004 Chrysler Sebring Consumer Reviews

Great, economical car

Written by: Ray on 03/24/2009

Vehicle

2004 Chrysler Sebring 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

Bought it used, former rental car. Has a 2.4 litre 4 cyl. that has good power. Handles freeway speeds quite well. Have had no major problems with it. Gets good gas mileage, 27-29 mpg around town and have gotten as good as 32.5 on the highway.

Favorite Features

Right sized car for 2 to 4 people. Handles well and transmission shifts smoothly

Suggested Improvements

Rear suspension has squeeks when weather is hot and dry.

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Good Car

Written by: Mark on 03/14/2009

Vehicle

2004 Chrysler Sebring Limited 2dr Convertible (2.7L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Car has been good to me since i bought it in 2003. No major repairs, just standard maintenance.

Favorite Features

large trunk area. convertible top is reliable.

Suggested Improvements

Reduce road noise.

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Nice car for the price

Written by: Rick on 02/27/2009

Vehicle

2004 Chrysler Sebring LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

We bought the car in 2004. Other than oil changes, we haven't had to do much else with the car. We have had some issues with the brakes but other than that, it's pretty much been maintenance free. Fun car to drive and I find it comfortable also. We live in the Northeast and as long as you have good winter tires, you can go just about anywhere. On snowy days I take the car instead of my Chevy 2- wheel drive truck.

Favorite Features

Fun to drive.

Suggested Improvements

Brake system. That's it.

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Cute but uncomfortable

Written by: simon87 on 11/11/2008

Vehicle

2004 Chrysler Sebring 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I bought this car because of its good looks both interior and exterior, great mileage, and it suited my needs. After driving it about a year and a half, I am ready for something new. It still runs great, however, it is so uncomfortable. My back gets sore after driving an hour or so, it's incredibly hard to get in and out of and the road noise on the highway gets pretty annoying. Everything on it is very light and plasticy making it feel like you really are driving a Barbie car on the interstate. It just doesn't feel safe and the very low roof makes me clostrophobic.

Favorite Features

Nice interior design, great mileage, always runs for me

Suggested Improvements

More than one cupholder in the front, a little more room would be really nice

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Great car for me. Bad car for others.

Written by: Debbie on 10/23/2008

Vehicle

2004 Chrysler Sebring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

The reviews on this car are terrible. I hope my luck holds out. I love my car. I bought it used. Its build date is 3/2003 as a fleet car. For 4 years, I've driven it and the only problem had to do with transmission & solenoid which dealer found. Cost less than $450 total to fix. I love my car. It is a lot of fun. I will trade it for another in a few years. Looking forward to the hard top convertible.

Favorite Features

Rear leg room is greater than most convertibles.

Suggested Improvements

This is a basic car with plain, inexpensive interior parts that work well, but could be a little fancier. I believe that Chrysler has improved this on its newer models.

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Can't wait until pay-off date

Written by: Brokendisappointed on 10/09/2008

Vehicle

2004 Chrysler Sebring LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I love this car-as long as everything is functioning properly (which isn't very often). The solenoid goes out every year, usually January or February. The sensors have minds of their own-my engine light is on more than it is off. I had to have a tranny overhaul this past February, as well as the solenoid replaced. Fuel economy is terrible, I don't give a damn what the specs say. The tranny pan gasket has been replaced twice. When the weather is cool/cold, there is a strange scraping noise coming from the rear axle.The seals on the headlight assemblies dry-rotted last year. Needs better sound barriers; very noisy when driving. Nevertheless, I have no complaints about performance or handling.

Favorite Features

Engine/transmission performance (very little shift-shock), exterior features, interior design (very roomy), safety features

Suggested Improvements

Better transmission, better fuel economy, reliable sensors, reduce engine noise, and better seals- especially door) would be a great start. (A HEMI wouldn't hurt either, especially since Georgia State Patrol has Chargers w/ HEMIs). I think that would be interesting.

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Beware the 2.7 L V6

Written by: Jim on 09/09/2008

Vehicle

2004 Chrysler Sebring LX 2dr Convertible (2.7L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I have had this car about 6 months. No problems until a few weeks ago with the oil light coming on. Was told it was a bad oil pressure sensor. My extended warranty that supposedly covered everything didn't cover it. It was replaced, 10 minutes after leaving the dealer it came on again. Was told it may be a bad oil pump, though the Nissan dealer i bought it from took it to a Chrysler dealer and all they did was replace it again and do an oil flush and change the oil ,free of charge. Took it home, found the Fog Lights stopped working. What next? It's too bad the under the hood issues take away from a great looking car. Cruises nice and gets good mileage with the V6.

Favorite Features

Styling, Top Down Fun, nice handling car

Suggested Improvements

Stay away from the 2.7L V6. Dark Blue color of mine scratches easy. A top boot would be nice, not an extra.

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The Engine is Dead

Written by: havetobuyanothercar on 06/20/2008

Vehicle

2004 Chrysler Sebring Touring 2dr Convertible (2.7L 6cyl 4A)

Review

After several problems with this vehicle, I am giving up. The fuses tend to blow - windshield wiper fluid, windows, etc. and are "specialty" fuses that you can't replace. The transmission started sticking and now, the engine is dead - busted a rod out of the blue. Spoke to three mechanics - when I told them it was a Sebring, they all said, "Yeah, they tend to do that."

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

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never again

Written by: never again on 06/15/2008

Vehicle

2004 Chrysler Sebring LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

Great car except for the Chrysler engine and transmission. if you want a nice car to look at, it's perfect; if you want a reliable car that won't cost you a lot after purchase for repairs don't even think about this car.

Favorite Features

front grill

Suggested Improvements

Honda tranny and engine

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Can't find anything better

Written by: Ginger on 04/26/2008

Vehicle

2004 Chrysler Sebring LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I have been shopping for a new car for months and I don't think I will beat what I have. My 04 Sebring LX is roomy. Very easy on the eyes. Decent gas mileage. Has been very reliable. Comfortable ride. Affordable to own. Think I'll quit looking

Favorite Features

Love the look of the wide wheel base. Room in the cabin and trunk more then enough.

Suggested Improvements

Watch corrosion on door panels. Need better weather stripping, would quiet the ride from road noise. Engine a little noisy as well but was quieter then the new Fusion I test drove. Brakes need attention, need to improve quality there.

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