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Used 2004 Dodge Stratus SE 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) Consumer Reviews

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Don't let bad apples ruin your taste

kelcan, 09/14/2006
Dodge Stratus SE 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

I bought my Stratus in the summer of 2004. It was a fleet vehicle. Which meant to me that it was basically a rental and we all know what people do to rentals. Nevertheless, I got it for a great deal. Although the car is a base model with a few add-ons, it's quickly become one of my favorite places to hang out. I've heard people complain about bad trannies in these cars, and there is some truth to the statment in that Dodge in general has unrealiable trannies, not specific to the Stratus. Furthurmore, if you buy from the dealer, the car comes with a great powertrain warranty. In every car company there are lemons, but my Dodge is a peach.

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5 out of 5 stars

Love My Stratus

davinshi, Alamogordo, NM, 03/25/2012
Dodge Stratus SE 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Bought this car used with less than 70,000 miles on it. It has TONS of power, hugs the curves, and rides smooth. I might say it has too much power-I'm always having to slow it down on the freeway, because it's up to 80mph and over without even feeling like it. Looks sporty and gets alot of compliments. It does make a bit of a whining noise on hills, but there's no decrease in power at all. My only issue with it is the cab forward design makes stop lights hard to see sometimes-I have to lean forward. But a small inconvenience compared to how amazing this car drives and handles. And I got my first speeding ticket in it!

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4 out of 5 stars

Stratus Beats Taurus

dhermesc, 12/08/2004
Dodge Stratus SE 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Started out looking for a 2003 or 2004 Ford Taurus (to replace 99 Taurus as family car). Had not had good experience with Ford dealerships in my area (lousy service, ever wonder where the term "stealership" came from?). Had Impala for company car - only drive it because its free. Test drove the Stratus - quieter then the Taurus, more back seat room for the 2 & 5 year old but just a little narrower. Good power for passing on the two lane roads in my area (especially compared to the Vulcan engine the Taurus). The interior of SE seemed a little plain but good enough to haul (and clean up after) the curtain climbers. Otherwise well equipped with keyless entry, CD and power seat.

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3.5 out of 5 stars

2004 Stratus sold for Taurus

dhermesc, 07/22/2005
Dodge Stratus SE 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I posted on how well I liked the Stratus last December when I bought it. Times have changed. Transmission failed at 19,880 miles, despite the granny driving habits of my wife. 6 trips to the dealer later (and two car payments with little or no driving) they finally got it running well enough that I could dump it. Traded for a 2004 Taurus SES. This was my first Dodge in 15 years, I think I'll wait another 15 before I try again.

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4 out of 5 stars

Dependable

Dave, Montgomery, AL, 11/24/2017
Dodge Stratus SE 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This car has never let us down and have owned it for 14 years

Safety
5 out of 5 stars
Technology
3 out of 5 stars
Performance
4 out of 5 stars
Interior
4 out of 5 stars
Comfort
4 out of 5 stars
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