Used 2008 Dodge Avenger R/T 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A) Consumer Reviews
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Avenger is a great Car
Michael , 03/21/2007
Dodge Avenger R/T 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
I bought a Dodge Avenger from online photos and I must admit, I did not go crazy when I first saw it. However, when I drove this car I really fell in love with it. It handles really well, and I have the power to pass and go when I need it no problem. I also like the extra elecrical outlets and cup holders, the fold down seats and the huge trunk on a good sized car. Not too big, not too small. Just right. The price is fabulous I dare anyone to compare this car with anything in its size on the road today.
Ol'Reliable!
Dean K, Princeton, TX, 02/25/2018
updated 08/28/2019
Dodge Avenger R/T 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Hi, We bought this car new at Dallas Dodge off the showroom floor in June of 2008. It was my wife's daily driver up until 2017 when she bought a used Buick LaCrosse from Carmax. From there I took the car for myself as a daily driver. At 135K miles later this car has been very reliable overall. Yes, like most cars there are some cons but you just learn to live with them. The main cons I see is the cheap hard plastic material used in this model interior. However, in 2011 when Fiat took over the interior got a much-needed upgrade with way better softer materials. The overall interior layout is good for daily driving where the controls are nicely laid out and user-friendly. One of the big selling points of this model in 2008 besides its new re-design was the heated/cooled lighted cup holders and the glove box cooler. There, I was a bit disappointed with these features. The cup holders do not allow the mega-sized cups and the heating/cooling effects are minimal at best. The glove box cooler is a joke as it relies on the AC to cool and the airflow is very minimal. (I now use this compartment for extra CD storage) So basically these features are worthless but were great marketing tools at the time. The 6-spd transmission shifts smoothly and is very responsive while driving but is not the case when engaging from park to Rev or Drive...very abrupt, and clunky. The ride is fairly comfortable and visibility is good except for the blind spots of the rear pillars and takes some getting used too. I think adding an aftermarket rear camera will greatly help the driver when backing up the car. The gas mileage is decent too. This car does emit higher than normal road noise inside, but the sound system takes care if that dilemma. The Boston Acoustics sound system is decent for a factory sound system. I love the styling of this car both exterior & interior design. This car is considered mid-sized which to me is a perfect size for a daily driver and my wife said its the perfect female sized car. A lot of folks, (Including critics), are too quick to put the Avenger down in the short term and not giving it a fair chance. With any car, its a machine and parts wear out over time. Too many people think they can just put gas in cars and expect them to last forever and are quick to give negative feedback when something goes wrong. Its all about how you drive and take care of your car will determine it's longevity. Great maintenance & TLC goes a long way and my Avenger is proof of that! At 135K miles, and it still looks and performs like new. Although it's trade-in value is poor, which is unfortunate, I would say this car is a good investment for the college student or as the daily driver.
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badavenger, Corinth, NY, 11/02/2011
Dodge Avenger R/T 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
12 of 18 people found this review helpful
If you're considering buying an 08 Avenger, DON'T!! My warranty expired on 10/09/11 (due to time, not mileage), 4 DAYS LATER, while getting new tires, the valve stem split apart when the valve cap was removed. Dodge won't authorize reimbursment of TPMS valve assembly. Then 15 days later I find out I need a new alternator after hearing a whining noise and battery idiot light came on while stopped. There's only 32,000 miles on the freakin' car!!! If I can help just one person save money with this review, then the time spent registering as a new user is worth it.
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curti420, 10/11/2008
Dodge Avenger R/T 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
i too have the chatter in the transmission. they did a flash and that didn't help (there is a flash update for the auto stick). then they say they can't find the problem or replicate the problem. then i finally get a tech to ride with me and as soon as we leave the lot it shift from 1-4 before i get to 30 mph and shakes the crap out of the whole car. then they replaced the torque converter. much better but can still feel something wrong. i almost guarantee it's the torque converter.
Never again
TRAVERS, 06/05/2008
Dodge Avenger R/T 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have an R/t 08 fully loaded.The car has been back to the dealer 4 times for excessive thumping and rattling in rear of vehicle.So far they have replaced the rear shocks and mounts twice.Still having same problem.The gas mileage is awful (16 mpg). Since owning the vehicle it has been in for service 7 times including 3 for recalls, and 1 time it was towed in because the computer went crazy and the car would not shift into gears properly. I bought the car brand new. I have had in for about 1 year, it only has 8,000 miles on it, and I can not wait to get rid of it. I do not want to be all negative the car does have some good qualities, but not enough to want to keep the car.
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