2005 Dodge Magnum Consumer Reviews

2005 Dodge Magnum RT

Written by: B.Wilcox on 09/23/2009

Vehicle

2005 Dodge Magnum RT Rwd 4dr Wagon (5.7L 8cyl 5A)

Review

Overall its been a good car for me. Does not do well in the snow, I park the car in the winter and drive an suv. I love the sporty and strong look of the car. Although it may not look like it from the outside the back seat is very comfortable and has plenty of room.

Favorite Features

My favorite thing has gotta be the HEMI!

Suggested Improvements

If the car lost some weight it would be awesome. Say take it from 4,200 lbs down to 3,500. Its already fast for what it is, if it lost some weight it would be amazing.

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Great looking, fast, fun and comfortable

Written by: noj on 09/02/2009

Vehicle

2005 Dodge Magnum RT Rwd 4dr Wagon (5.7L 8cyl 5A)

Review

The Magnum is an relatively amazing. It does haul, stuff inside, trailers, and ... It gets great gas mileage, 18 city/24 hwy MPG, for such a big vehicle with so much horsepower. You can take it to the drag strip and run the 1/4 mile anywhere from just under 14 to 14.3 at around 97 MPH stock or run it on a road course. 4 people can easily ride comfortably, 5 if needed. People frequently compliment the car when I am out.

Favorite Features

The HEMI with all that power, the great looks. It is very flexible and can be used for a wide variety of tasks, both work and fun. With the towing package it will pull up to 3800 lbs. Would definitely buy another one. (used of course, since they no longer make them)

Suggested Improvements

Although it is a great performer, it could loose a few hundred pounds and jump into awesome while adding a mile per gallon or two. (not supercar performance obviously)

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Outstanding Replacement

Written by: Carl Burk on 08/26/2009

Vehicle

2005 Dodge Magnum SXT AWD 4dr Wagon (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I replaced my 1999 Dodge Intrepid with a 2005 AWD SXT and also a 2005 SXT Inferno Red Magnum. Both cars have performed well and are fun to drive. The AWD has 36,000 miles now and averages 22-24 mpg while the RWD SXT averages 28-30 on trips at 60 mph, freeway mileage drops to 27+ at 70+. Excellent Car with the advantage of looking space age and ready for flight. When purchased I added the 8 - 80 protection and haven't needed anything but normal maintenance and fun to drive.

Favorite Features

Looks and style - ready to fly!

Suggested Improvements

Nothing now that it is being copied by many auto companies - Cadillac, and others....At least 5 world wid are coming out with a variation of the Dodge Magnum. That is a statement to Dodge Styling and ideas. To bad that it is no longer being made. It will be a classic.

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Nice

Written by: Rocked on 08/13/2009

Vehicle

2005 Dodge Magnum RT Rwd 4dr Wagon (5.7L 8cyl 5A)

Review

Great Car. Bought new in '05 and have had no problems. Outstanding performance with 340 HP and 390 tourque. Car still gets attention and favorable comments. Most surprising is gas mileage with MDS. Average MPG for life of vehicle is 20+.

Favorite Features

Power, interior, exterior styling, great sound system and very utilitarian.

Suggested Improvements

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Magnum Keeps on Rolling

Written by: Commuter on 07/31/2009

Vehicle

2005 Dodge Magnum SXT AWD 4dr Wagon (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

My All Wheel Drive V6 Magnum SXT is coming up on 59,000 miles and has averaged over 21 mpg. It accelerates like a small V8 (with no wheel spin) and goes through rain, snow and anything else on my 45 mile one way commute. Tracking is excellent--and improved with my only major expense, a new set of Goodyear Comfortred tires at 34,000 miles replacing the original Continentals (which quickly cupped and wore and provided a rough ride). My only other expenses have been oil changes and turning the two front brake rotors at 49,000 miles to eliminate a minor shudder when braking. This is a great car pool vehicle, with plenty of seating and storage room for everyone.

Favorite Features

All Wheel Drive. Stability control. Excellent stability at highway speeds. Fine acceleration. Good MPG. Very good, supportive seats suitable for comfort on long drives. Holds a lot. Still looks very stylish. Great deal on price, only about $21,000 on a car from a previous model year.

Suggested Improvements

Extend side windows down 2 inches to make the interior airier (though visibility is actually fine). Add contrasting color to the center of the instrument panel (done on later model years). Add contrast color to center of bucket seats. This car should still be in production as Chrysler 300 wagon.

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Should have listened to the wife

Written by: firelieutenant16 on 07/30/2009

Vehicle

2005 Dodge Magnum SXT AWD 4dr Wagon (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

Love the look. That's it. Got car with 70 miles on it. Have had it in the shop many many times. Cylinder 2 misfire 5 time, trans leak, both rear window motors replaced, 3 radios replaced, 3 sets of leather seat covers, air bags disable themselves, heat seat works on and off, rattle in the dash, brakes at 24000, warped rotors, E brake need to be replaced vibration in the front end at 45 to 60 MPR and 3 sets of tires. If you can get by all of that its a great car.

Favorite Features

Look

Suggested Improvements

See the review!

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This is not your family wagon

Written by: pfeiffer on 07/24/2009

Vehicle

2005 Dodge Magnum RT Rwd 4dr Wagon (5.7L 8cyl 5A)

Review

I purchased the Magnum with 1500 miles on the odo. It is loaded. Tarted the boring dash up a bit and put a K7N air intake on it. I have thoroughly enjoyed the car. It drives great accelerates like mad and sounds like and old school muscle car. Only two issues sent it to the shop: rear hatch struts failed and the sat/nav joystick went dead. Minor issues that were replaced under warranty. My dealer, New Century Dodge in Paola, KS, is the best. Only two complaints: The stock tires (Continentals) were terrible. lated 10,00 miles. Class Action suit pending. Sice Crysler tanked, my resale value took a dive. I'm glad I don't want to sell it. Too bad they pulled the plug on this car. It's Classic.

Favorite Features

Hemi, Seats, Sat/Vav

Suggested Improvements

Transmission. It is a bit lame.

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Still Loving It ...

Written by: Nikdfish on 05/20/2009

Vehicle

2005 Dodge Magnum RT AWD 4dr Wagon (5.7L 8cyl 5A)

Review

Aside from a few bumps along the way, I have always enjoyed this car. Some warranty repairs needed, but my out of pocket for repairs has been minimal (< $400 over 4 years). Great power and towing capacity (for a unibody). Tremendously sure footed in all driving conditions. Better in winter than a 4x4 pickup. Very comfortable on long trips and 23-24 mpg on the interstates. Was planning on a new 2009 or 2010 version but they discontinued the model so I'll be driving this one til the wheels come off. Only disconcerting issue was a change in alignment specs that made it necessary to purchase replacement components to permit alignment to the new specs (would have met old specs OK).

Favorite Features

Power and handling. Acceleration for merging is primo. With AWD and stability control, it is hard to make it break loose in a turn even under acceleration. Lots of room and very comfortable for trips. Tows a 3000 lb trailer with no effort.

Suggested Improvements

Brighter dash lighting for bright sun conditions. More aggressive addressing of TSB described conditions without owner cost. Bring back this body style and also offer a common rail diesel option like the european version.

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Where is the quality?

Written by: Xpender on 03/10/2009

Vehicle

2005 Dodge Magnum RT Rwd 4dr Wagon (5.7L 8cyl 5A)

Review

Bought my Magnum RT with only 30K, black, fully loaded, heated leather seats, GPS, CD changer, sunroof... Love to drive, lots of power, but a bit sluggish when driving in the city. The front end seems to be weak. Had a clucking noise from the front and it ended up being the both strut arms, and the sway bar bushings. Was also told that the tie rod were a bit loose. For that kind of low mileage, I would expect more durability. Winter driving was great. Traction control is almost always on, but had no problems. Would I buy another one, maybe, but it would have to be a car with a Hemi. Once you drove one (Hemi), you will get bored in any other vehicles.

Favorite Features

Hemi, GPS, Sunroof, heated leather seats, reversible trunk carpet for wet dogs, transmission

Suggested Improvements

Stronger front end

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Junk

Written by: bjstarnes on 02/13/2009

Vehicle

2005 Dodge Magnum RT Rwd 4dr Wagon (5.7L 8cyl 5A)

Review

I bought my Magnum with a hundred miles, first year out. I would not recommend this car or any other Dodge product to even my worst enemy! I have had my car in the shop at least 20 times in the past 2 years. 4 times in one year for the transmission! I have called Chrysler Corp about this issue and they do not stand behind their work, they will do nothing for me. If you know what's good for you do not buy this car!

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Suggested Improvements

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