2008 Chrysler Sebring Consumer Reviews

Sebring Hard Top Convertible

Written by: Carnut on 09/26/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

Great vehicle! With current incentives it is a great value and lots of fun to drive. Great new features with the MyGig system and navigation. I typically own and drive BMW, MBenz and Porsche, but this car gets me more compliments. If you don't need the high-end performance of the MB CLK, then you can get all of the fun and features at half the price!

Favorite Features

Clean interior design; hardtop retractable top; low wind noise and MyGig Navigation and sound system.

Suggested Improvements

Less plastic in the interior

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Kudo's to Chrysler

Written by: Janet on 09/08/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

We recently purchased a 2008 Sebring Coupe Touring and absolutely love it. We have been on a few road trips and love the comfort, smooth ride and great gas mileage (averaging 33 mpg). We love the looks and all of the standard upgrades. I am not sure why some would put Honda/Hyundai ahead of this (we test drove both) and hands down it is the winner!

Favorite Features

Appearance, satellite radio, gas mileage, comfort.

Suggested Improvements

I see none needed at this point.

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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What's with the bumper?

Written by: Abby on 09/05/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I have had this car for about 3 months and in general I love it. Like the review below mine sometimes it doesn't turn over when starting like it should. This happens randomly and for no apparent reason. My only major complaint is the rear bumper. I think it is made poorly and within the first month I noticed a rock had hit the underside of the tire casing and made a notch in the paint. After closer inspection I noticed that there is another part where the paint is pulling away where the metal body and plastic bumper of the car meet. You can hardly see it now but I fear in time it will grow. My biggest suggestion would be to examine your bumper before purchasing this car!

Favorite Features

Interior and Exterior are well thought out and pleasing. MPG have surpassed what I had hoped for.

Suggested Improvements

Bumper paint needs major improvement and I would suggest removing the shiny plate above the glove box, passengers complain that it blinds them when the sun hit it!

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Love hate relationship

Written by: Heather on 08/09/2008

Vehicle

2008 Chrysler Sebring LX 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

This is my 3rd convertible. I love it. The problem I'm having is starting the car. It doesn't just turn over like a new car should. It drags while trying to start. It starts every time but sometimes I'm not sure it's going to. The dealership tells me they can't reproduce the problem. I'm so frustrated. Anyone else have this problem? I would love some input.

Favorite Features

The exterior and the overall look of the car.

Suggested Improvements

More power in the engine.

8 out 8 people found this review helpful

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Chrysler forgot to sweat a few details

Written by: Ragtopian on 08/09/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

Rented on a business trip. Quiet, stable ride and strong brakes. Wind buffeting strong at interstate speeds, buzzing the back shoulder belt straps. Annoying cruise control stalk. Trunk very heavy and not counterbalanced enough. You can strike your head on the trunk edge if you lean over before ensuring it is fully raised. Center armrest short and too far back. Wheel too far away compared to pedal position. Problems with the temp control. No matter what position, it would suddenly blast full heat. It had to be moved to full cool to cancel max heat. 12 V plug too close to shift lever in P. Seat back spring is too powerful: releasing lever makes it slam forward. Engine loud at full throttle.

Favorite Features

It looks good top up or down. Really fun to ride in with top down. Quiet with top up.

Suggested Improvements

Address issues noted in review. Fuel tank seemed too small..needed to be filled up every 290 miles.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Good Car Not Fun Car

Written by: Good Car on 08/01/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I bought this car 7/25/08 fixed it up a bit but not totally. A 7 speed Manual Transmission will be added. The car has averaged 35.3 MPG. during break in period which is not bad.I did not buy this car for fun. For fun I drive my 1972 Triumph TR-6, Test drove through rental outfits a day each, Honda and Toyota small and same sized cars, this beats them hands down. I drive with windows partly open and never listen to a radio since 1995.I listen to the car I am driving. This car holds the road.It is a gas saver. I think I will keep it quite sometime, too bad Chrysler hasn't promoted this one more, they really should.

Favorite Features

Good engine excellent actually, nice finish (exterior) very quiet at 65 MPH. It holds me and wife plus 2 kids.

Suggested Improvements

Three more gears and a turbo would me a gift to all.Room to store glasses

2 out 4 people found this review helpful

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A great cheap car

Written by: Mark T on 07/20/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

Still have my 2002 Sebring, 180,000 mi, runs great! Was somewhat afraid to buy this car after reading reviews, but in Real World Driving ( I have to pay for it, put the gas in it, and Not get speeding tickets) I went ahead and am definitely more than pleased. Great mileage (ave. 32 mpg, mostly hwy driving) lots of room for large people, great power seats, and everybody loves the looks. As for the interior, yes its a bit 'hard' in spots, but in my experience I've found that in the long term, Chrysler interiors hold up very well. The four cylinder has adequate acceleration, and is dead quit on the highway. I think for the price you can't beat this car.

Favorite Features

Looks, mileage, comfort,transmission shifts up and down exactly when needed, and call me tacky, but I like the silvery trim on the dash!

Suggested Improvements

The car seems to wander a bit at highway speeds, at least more than older Sebrings. And the thing about the trunk lid is true, it's hard to raise up, needs a stronger spring or something.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Outstanding Convertible

Written by: zomo on 07/12/2008

Vehicle

2008 Chrysler Sebring LX 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

Purchased my first convertible 1 month ago and have covered over 1,000 miles. The 2.4 engine is quite and economical; averaging 30 mpg (55% highway/45%city). It's got plenty of power for all around cruising. The interior is fantastic with easy to read gauges and very comfortable seats. The Sebring has been 100% reliable with every feature/option. Sirius radio and UConnect are wonderful and the 17" rims make the car standout. As mentioned in other reviews, this isn't a hot rod or a sports car - rather it is a solid frame with a comfortable ride & good handling; competitive with any other mid sized car available today. I truly feel good about owning a Sebring convertible!

Favorite Features

Automagic convertible (no hands needed!); able to drop the top or lower the windows with the FOB. Can also perform a remote start with the FOB. The six speaker sound system with 6 CD/DVD loader (MP3 ready) and Sirius radio sounds wonderful. I think the Sandstone color with 17" rims looks sharp!

Suggested Improvements

How about bundling the 6 speed automatic with the four cylinder? Other than that, this car rocks!

8 out 8 people found this review helpful

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My sexy experience

Written by: Lolita Greene on 07/09/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I think the car is sleek and sexy and made for a woman. However, it is a heavy car. The doors and trunk door are heavy. I have had minor problems when the car is riding at a slow speed it jerks. I think an improvement would be to add a place to put your sunglasses when your top is up and they are not on your face( sexy shades is a must). Something to protect the glare off the touch screen when watching a movie. I really love my car is was a gift for my 40th birthday and I am constantly turning heads on the road. The hardtop convertible is like having two cars in one.

Favorite Features

hardtop, sleek hood, 18'chrome rims

Suggested Improvements

place to store sunglasses, visor of shade to avoid glare when watching dvd, lighter doors

5 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Great Milage and comfort

Written by: glad we bought it on 07/06/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

Just bought it and am very pleased with our choice. On the first trip bringing it home we got 40 mpg with Canadian gallons. The 2.7 liters have enough snap and yet holds onto the economy. The visibility is great. The interior is bright and easy to enter and exit. The controls are convenient and easy to understand. Having gone from a Jeep Grand Cherokee to the Sebring we had some reservations but to this date we made the right decision.

Favorite Features

appearance, economy, comfort, smooth ride, drivers visibility, good handling on mountain roads with plenty of power to get the job done.

Suggested Improvements

A little more leg room for the driver.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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