1990 Dodge Spirit Review
1990 Dodge Spirit Review
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What’s new
Base models can be equipped with V6 power. A driver airbag is newly standard. ES model gets four-wheel disc brakes and more sound insulation.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1990 Dodge Spirit 4dr Sedan and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.36 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$171/mo for Spirit Base
Spirit Base
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$174/mo
Avg. Compact Car
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 1990 Dodge Spirit.
5 star(18%)
4 star(73%)
3 star(9%)
2 star(0%)
1 star(0%)
11 reviews
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3 out of 5 stars
1990 Dodge Spirit ES
robertd25, 12/29/2003
1990 Dodge Spirit ES 4dr Sedan
I too purchased this car new. Back in
1990 there wasn't much to choose from
for that price with a 6 cylinder.
It was well taken care of & garaged but
had too many problems.
The engine was pulled to replace a
freeze plug, transmission was
weak from day one, ignition
tumbler broke (had to be towed)
the battery imploded (towed again),
head gasket went, high beams … failed,
radio worked intermittently, heater
stop working, finally the main seal and
cam seal went at the same time. The
body is still perfect and it has the
original exhaust system. This car has
121000 miles.
4 out of 5 stars
a car that gets you there
Alfredo, 08/23/2002
1990 Dodge Spirit ES 4dr Sedan
an all around good car
4.38 out of 5 stars
Bought it new
beb, 11/19/2002
1990 Dodge Spirit 4dr Sedan
I bought this car new in 1990 and have
always loved it. Minor rust on doors.
Original engine and transmission. I've
always tried to keep the car maintained
and it has always done the job. The
only disappointment was the radio,
which had to be replaced after 5 years.
4.38 out of 5 stars
Best first car
Owen, 10/06/2010
1990 Dodge Spirit 4dr Sedan
I have owned the car for a while now and it has been great to me. when you have a light foot, you can get 25 mpg in the city and over 35 mpg on the highway. the 2.5 is a great little motor. only have a 3 speed auto. ac still works and blows 50 degree air into the car. it also has a great ride to it. it irons out a lot of the bumps on the road. i am 6 foot 1 and i can fit any where and be … comfortable, even with the front seats as far back as possible and sitting in the back. the big trunk in it is also great to have because i always carry around my tools and i still have a lot of space to fit a kart full of groceries in it at the same time.
1990 Spirit Highlights
Base
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 24 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $171/month |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver3 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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