1996 Dodge Stealth Review
1996 Dodge Stealth Review
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What’s new
Final year for Japanese-built sports car. A new rear spoiler and body-color roof mark the 1996 model. A chrome 18-inch wheel package is available with Pirelli P-Zero tires and base models get an optional Infinity sound system.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1996 Dodge Stealth R/T 2dr Coupe 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 $5.35 per gallon for regular unleaded in California.
Monthly estimates based on costs in California
$339/mo for Stealth R/T
Stealth R/T
vs
$246/mo
Avg. Compact Car
Vehicle overview
The Mitsubishi-built Dodge Stealth is the latest victim of the plague that has ravaged sport cars for the last few years. This highly competitive market of excellent go-fast racers reached its peak in the late '80s and sales have declined as dollars ear-marked for "fun" vehicles began shifting to the luxury-SUV market. There are still great street-missiles to be had, but the field is narrowing as natural selection plays out in the US automotive industry.
After 1996, fans of the Stealth will have to be content with its twin, the Mitsubishi 3000GT. The 3000GT has always sold in higher volume than the Stealth, but the Dodge will be missed. After the introduction of the Viper, there were not many buyers for the Stealth. This made the Stealth rather exclusive, and we haven't tired of seeing it as we have with some its competitors. Additionally, the R/T Turbo with AWD is able to perform flawlessly in inclement weather, a significant feature for those living outside of the Sunbelt.
If you have been thinking about buying a Stealth for the last few years, this is the time to do it. Wait much longer and they will be gone.
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4.88 out of 5 stars
I scored when I found this one!
skcyclist, 06/26/2008
1994 Dodge Stealth R/T Turbo 2dr Coupe AWD
This is one spectacular automobile. I found it in Irvine, CA with under 55,000 well cared for miles. It is stock and original. I paid $8500 cash and have put another $1600 in for 60,000 mile service and timing belt. Clutch is stiff compared to my Plymouth Laser RS (AWD/turbo), but easy to get used to and necessary due to awesome power. The car has original red paint in excellent … condition due to being garaged all it's life. I'm 65 years old, and this is the best car I've ever owned. Next in line would be my 56 Chevy Bel Air convertible purchased in 1962 and my 1992 Plymouth Laser bought in 1999. The Laser and Stealth are related in being Mitsubishi designs.
4.75 out of 5 stars
Best car I ever owned!
tigercakes, 04/06/2012
1994 Dodge Stealth R/T 2dr Coupe
I've had my Stealth for 16 years and I still love it!
The style is a classic sporty style that will never go out of style. This has been the most dependable vehicle I've ever owned!
The only negative I could come up with is that the turning radius is huge and it isn't very comfortable for traveling much more than 1 1/2 hrs.
If you take a road trip in a Stealth, you do need frequent … breaks to get out and stretch your legs!
Don't count on taking anyone in the "backseat" because there is absolutely no room!
But then again, it's a sports car so what do you expect!
I can't say enough positives about the 1994 Dodge Stealth, it's paid for itself many times over!
4.63 out of 5 stars
The Car of Exellence
Meghan, 07/24/2002
1995 Dodge Stealth R/T 2dr Coupe
I haven't had any problems with this
vehicle. It is fun to drive, and it has
saved my life once already. The car's
low center force gravity allows it to
hug curves easily.
3.75 out of 5 stars
Red Rocket II
Red Rocket, 04/28/2008
1994 Dodge Stealth R/T Turbo 2dr Coupe AWD
After owning a 91 rt/tt (see review), I decided to finally buy another one a year after selling the 91. Big mistake. The styling of the 94 was not as great as the 91 and the 6 spd was much clumsier than the long ratioe 5 spd. I bought the car in ca and drove it north to wa. The handling was unpredictable and the performance lacked feeling. Felt like a Dodge car instead of a Mitsubishi … 3000gt which it was. This came out in the rain 5 days after buying it when the car spun out at 45 mph on a relatively straight freeway onramp (with proper tires). Both of us walked away with sore backs and a prayer as the car was a total loss after it hit the fence backwards. Go buy a low mile 91-93 R/T instead.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 1996 Dodge Stealth, so we've included reviews for other years of the Stealth since its last redesign.
1996 Stealth Highlights
Coupe
Base
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 19 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $347/month |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 11.1 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Safety
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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