2000 Dodge Stratus Review
Fuel Economy
20 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
If you value having a boatload of standard features over a high level of refinement or performance, the Stratus may be the car for you.
Pros
Huge interior, good looks, decent price.
Cons
ABS optional, mediocre crash-test scores.
What's New for 2000
A new entry-level SE replaces last year's Base model and comes with so much standard equipment. The upper-level ES steps up to a 2.5-liter V6, and new colors also debut.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
Very Reliable Car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Dodge Stratus 4 Dr ES Sedan
Review
I bought my car in Fitzgerald auto mall in frederick with 77k on it. Now it has 156k on it and never had a single problem. I had a tranny replaced at 91k due to damages that occured in D.C. The car had minor replacements nothing major since the tranny incident. The problem with this car is steering system. I have replaced the tierods twice on both sides and replaced the bearings once on the drivers side. Also the alignment is a big problem for the car it easily gets off once you hit the rough roads. Long trip is a heaven for me. I am a big guy and driving the car on a long trip I could do lots of driving in a day without problems!
Favorite Features
Seating, music, the driving sensation
Suggested Improvements
Engine layout, steering and suspension system
Good transportation at reasonable price
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Dodge Stratus 4 Dr ES Sedan
Review
We bought this car used and have owned it for over 7 years (65000 miles). It has been reliable. According to my records our total repair costs have been less than $1500. Replaced the front brake pads and rotors once, 3 blower motor resisters and the blower motor, fuel pump, and the oxygen sensor. The interior has held up very well. Leather seats and 6 disc cd player are nice. The exterior is starting to show some rust spots below the doors (winter salt) The fuel economy has been 25-28 mpg overall. We consistently get well over 30 mpg on the highway. It is not built as well as a Honda or Toyota, but the initial cost is considerably less. We are older people and are easy on the car.
Favorite Features
Appearance, size, fun to drive, trunk space, leather interior and gas mileage
Suggested Improvements
Although we had only a few problems, it would seem that a blower motor and fuel pump should last well over 100,000 miles
Dodge stratus is the best car ever made
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Dodge Stratus 4 Dr ES Sedan
Review
I got my Stratus in 04 with 87000 miles. Now it's 08 and it has 175000 miles. My Stratus has been hit by two semi trucks years apart. My insurance company fixed the body work both times, car still runs great. I have not spent more than 300 dollars getting my car fixed since I had it.
Favorite Features
Was my leather seats and tinted windows and my 15 inch subs
Suggested Improvements
Bigger back seat and just keep the car up with the new cars design
110,000 and still going - Satisfied
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Dodge Stratus 4 Dr SE Sedan
Review
Purchased: Jan 2007 SE Model I have not had any major problems with this car. I have driven it to FL, PA, SC and throughout MD. I now drive it 130 per day and still have not had any problems. Replaced the brakes pads twice. Currently at 110,000 miles and still running great. Smooth, quiet, comfortable, good mpg. Keep very good maintenance - regular oil changes, flush, transmission, and check ups, etc. This was worth every penny. I had a Chrysler Sebring before this and I had many problems - rotors, rotors, seat motor, etc. I had a Plymouth prior to that and didn't have any problems. Currently, I also own a Toyota 4-Runner which is also worthy to mention but it doesn't run like my Stratus.
Favorite Features
Overall exterior - body style is sporty yet classy. Mpg, sunroof, visibility
Suggested Improvements
Use higher quality parts that last longer.
One of the best cars I've owned! Really!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Dodge Stratus 4 Dr ES Sedan
Review
I have had my stratus for close to eight years with very few maintenance issues. Overall, this is a solid well built sporty sedan that is a pleasure to drive. I am VERY satisfied with the vehicle. I am now over 170,000 miles and still going strong!
Favorite Features
Gas, really good. Good looking for a cheap car. Auto-stick, 2.5 V6, fold down rear seat
Suggested Improvements
Battery in front of the wheel, hard to take out. Some road noise
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