2008 Chrysler Sebring Consumer Reviews Page 3

Love the Sebring Hardtop Convertible

Written by: Sam on 05/07/2008

Vehicle

2008 Chrysler Sebring Limited 2dr Convertible (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

The car handles the roads well and highway driving is like riding in a low-flying airplane. The ride is incredibly smooth with very little road noise. The feel of the car is very solid; not like a typical convertible. I’ve negotiated corners much faster than usual and found that it corners like most other cars that I’ve experienced. The dash and instrument panel is well appointed. The 3.5 is great and the extra power helps handle all kinds of traffic situations. Top goes up & down 3 times a day, no problems. Washing is a breeze; I use the drive-thru carwash & have no water problems whatsoever. Test drive this car and I think you will be “hooked”. This car is a beauty; I love it!

Favorite Features

The hardtop convertible Style, both exterior and interior Fog Lights Instrument Panel Electronic Stability Control

Suggested Improvements

Lighter trunk lid Larger trunk space when top is down

10 out 12 people found this review helpful

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Solid, Stylish Car - With Great Milage!

Written by: Dan on 04/02/2008

Vehicle

2008 Chrysler Sebring Limited 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

My new Sebring has been fantastic. It's great to know that you can get a car with such good mpg in a package that doesn't look or feel like an economy car. I'm averaging over 30 mpg (about 80% hwy) without crawling along the freeway. The Chevy Malibu gets a lot of press, as do the Japanese competition. But for the money, I think the Sebring is underrated, and overlooked. The Limited or Touring with Leather is the way to go. Definitely adds a feeling of luxury, without breaking the bank. Don't be afraid to stick with the 4cyl. You'll be hitting the gas pumps less!

Favorite Features

- Exterior styling - Leather Interior w/Heated Seats - "Tortoise Shell" steering wheel - Fold Flat Passenger Seat

Suggested Improvements

- Maybe a little more extra storage bins.

21 out 23 people found this review helpful

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Commuter Car

Written by: CommuterGuy on 03/31/2008

Vehicle

2008 Chrysler Sebring Limited 2dr Convertible (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Before buying this car I looked at many cars for my 120 mile/day commute. Living in FL has many advantages and one is that i get to commute with the top down most of the time. I looked at many cars including a Prius for this commute, but am very glad i choose the Sebring as this is the most fun to drive car i tried. With the mygig in the car all my play lists are loaded and at the ready as i head over the Sunshine Skyway with the top down. Mileage has been a bit better than listed at about 30 mpg, the highway gear helps, and it's nice to have the bigger engine when you need it.

Favorite Features

New styling, MyGig, Solid car that is not only safe, but feels safe. Unlike the Cooper, and Miata i tried. Convertibles are the way to go in FL, and this is one has class.

Suggested Improvements

More leg room in the back seat. I would not want to have 2 adults back there for long trip.

9 out 10 people found this review helpful

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starting to leak!!

Written by: Nancy B. on 03/20/2008

Vehicle

2008 Chrysler Sebring Limited 2dr Convertible (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I have had my sebring for less then a week and it is already starting to leak around the "convertible" parts to the back windows. The dealership is going to look into this. Other then that I love the car!

Favorite Features

All the upgraded features!

Suggested Improvements

Leaks around the windows; and the VERY heavy trunk!

8 out 8 people found this review helpful

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Wish I Never...

Written by: CB on 03/16/2008

Vehicle

2008 Chrysler Sebring LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I should have have bought a Toyota. This car has 0 power, extremely loud road noise, sounds like the windows are always cracked open. Only reason I got it was wife love the look. Mileage terrible. Hard to say something nice about this car except its pretty on the outside. Consider carefully before purchasing this car.

Favorite Features

It looks nice I like the key/remote combination.

Suggested Improvements

Improve everything. The lack of power in this car is almost dangerous.

13 out 25 people found this review helpful

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Worst mileage I ever had

Written by: bigo on 03/08/2008

Vehicle

2008 Chrysler Sebring Limited 2dr Convertible (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Bought it to leave at our condo in FL. Has about 600 miles on it now and I have filled it up four times already. My 04 Vette, 04 Maxima, 04 Jeep Liberty, and 07 Avelon up North all get far better mileage (nearly twice that for all except the Jeep). All in town short trips except one trip from Fort Lauderdale to Palm Beach and rtn. No leg room in back seat. Nice ride characteristics and top operation. My wife loves it though.

Favorite Features

My wife loves it!

Suggested Improvements

Mileage, leg room in back.

10 out 14 people found this review helpful

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Some flaws but over good car

Written by: DrinkingStar on 02/22/2008

Vehicle

2008 Chrysler Sebring Touring 2dr Convertible (2.7L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I've driven my car for about 1000 miles. The precision of the steering, the brakes and the standard audio system are the best of any car I've owned. It gets 24-26 mpg & I have gotten 28.3 mpg mainly hwy with some city driving. Acceleration is decent but seems to be slower than it really is because of the smooth ride. Even though the cabin space is bigger than my '97 Sebring ragtop, there is less front & almost no rear legroom compared to the '97. The fit & finish of the interior & the materials make the car look retro-futuristic. As for the design, it is comparable to the Japanese cars. The ride is as good as an Acura or Scion and the interior & trunk space are better than the VW Eos.

Favorite Features

The ride is very quiet and very smooth. Road handling is excellent in foul weather, steering is precise and brakes are fantastic. I love the hardtop & the amount of trunk space. The standard radio/CD system is fantastic. For the size of the engine and the weight of the car, gas mileage is very good.

Suggested Improvements

Roof gutters to channel rain runoff. Increase rear seat legroom & cabin storage space. Change the gear ratios to improve acceleration. Too easy to 1)hit the hood release with your foot & open the hood 2)switch on high beams when using the turn signal. Extend console armrest more forward.

16 out 18 people found this review helpful

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Surprised

Written by: ed on 02/16/2008

Vehicle

2008 Chrysler Sebring Touring 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I have a Touring Sedan 2.7, a car generally cross-shopped by consumers looking in the 4cyl Accord/Camry price range. Edmunds leaves this model out of the pull down menu. This car is what I have long appreciated in my Hondas; the "we make it simple" principle. As an example, compare the Sebring's three knob HVAC controls to the mess of buttons that now plagues the Accord. The Sebring has an ultra rigid body and the touring suspension has the travel and damping required to navigate America's deteriorating roads. The 2.7 touring model is a very capable driver too. The seating position is excellent and support good posture. Boston sound is superb and when it is off, the interior is silent.

Favorite Features

My Gig, 18" optional wheels. Manual seat and tilt/reach steering wheel allow perfect adjustment. Heated cloth seats. Steering wheel mounted stereo controls. Direct steering. Well isolated, yet firm suspension. The not "Me Too" styling inside and out.

Suggested Improvements

An extra gear would make even better fuel economy. Lose the AWD option and required hump in the rear floor so that the 99% of buyers can get a real person in the middle back seat. Rear middle seat needs a headrest. Go pay off the magazines that make this car seem like it is has the plague.

14 out 18 people found this review helpful

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First Convertable, Love it!

Written by: Scott Weber on 02/04/2008

Vehicle

2008 Chrysler Sebring Limited 2dr Convertible (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I was absolutly in love with this when I ordered it. After a few months I still love it but it's not perfect. With the hard top, when it rains, the water tends to flow along the edge of the seam by the front part of the roof and off the sides. So when you open the door you will get wet. Not a big deal for me but I could see other people having an issue with it. It requires two hands to put the seat back. This is stange...you have to lift the level with one hand and push the seat back with the other. The spot between the windsheild and hood tends to collect leaves in the fall. The engine does have nice pickup except when you first start it...sluggish. Everything else is great!

Favorite Features

Navigation! My Gig system is great.

Suggested Improvements

Several small things could be better but that is expected when a redesign is done on a model.

14 out 15 people found this review helpful

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A great car

Written by: john Boes on 01/28/2008

Vehicle

2008 Chrysler Sebring Limited 4dr Sedan AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I bought the Sebring about 2 weeks ago and love it i have 2500 miles on it kind of high for a 2008 but i drive long distances I recently had a 300C (2005)and it had 120,000 miles when I was done with it but I will probabley put more than that on this sebring.

Favorite Features

MyGig TV in the back that comes out of the middle console very creative

Suggested Improvements

None

9 out 14 people found this review helpful

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