2005 Dodge Stratus Consumer Reviews
Fuel Economy
21 - 24 mpg
Recent Consumer Reviews
(36 Total Reviews)
What's up with the Brakes
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 5 | Fun-to-Drive: | 1 | Build Quality: | 1 |
| Comfort: | 3 | Interior Design: | 3 | Reliability: | 2 |
| Fuel Economy: | 4 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Dodge Stratus SXT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
Review
I hate my Stratus. The interior is dark. Should be overhead lights or lighting on the shift. And the brakes. Ha - mine squeal so bad I'm embarrassed to stop beside someone. The dealership claims there is nothing wrong. I read that if you reverse the calibers it was suppose to help, but my mechanic doesn't understand what that would do. The sound is worse then a dump truck. I hate this car and if I wasn't so upside down on it,I would trade it in today, Calling Dodge or Chrysler doesn't help.
Favorite Features
I like the outside style of the car.
Suggested Improvements
Recall the car. Get a new braking system.
Disappointed
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 1 | Fun-to-Drive: | 4 | Build Quality: | 1 |
| Comfort: | 3 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 2 |
| Fuel Economy: | 4 | Exterior Design: | 5 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Dodge Stratus R/T 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
Review
We bought this car with 18 miles. It was our first 'New' car. The second day we owned it the engine light came on. We had to have the emissions system replaced. Since then the driver's power window has had to be fixed, I have taken it to the dealer 3 times about the brakes and transmission and they say everything is okay. Now that it's just out of warranty (we hit 40,000 last month) I am told the front wheel bearings both need to be replaced! I know the transmission still slips and is very jerky or slow to shift into gear. The brakes have been loud for months. Trade in is 8,000 and I have the V6 engine! Very disappointed, nothing but problems from the start!
Favorite Features
Space in trunk
Suggested Improvements
Don't ignore problems, build cars to last!
4 out 4 people found this review helpful
I love this car!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Dodge Stratus SXT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
Review
I owned my stratus for 2 years, the ONLY reason I traded it is because my husband wanted a Charger, only because he would have done it for me, did I do this for him. I did absolutely love this car though, it was sharp looking, comfortable, and just "fit ME" like it was made for me. I highly recommend this car for reliability, comfort, looks, etc.
Favorite Features
Sporty look, comfort, reliability, gas mileage, smooth ride.
Suggested Improvements
Dome light in the center of the roof.
5 out 5 people found this review helpful
What a piece of absolute garbage!!!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 1 | Fun-to-Drive: | 1 | Build Quality: | 1 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Dodge Stratus SXT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
Review
Well, my husband already had the car when we got married in 09-06.It was under factory until 36,000 Miles. At about 38,000 Miles, the crank seal went out because of play in the crank. It was $400 to fix the seal, and $2000 if we wanted to fix the crank. Since we didn't fix the crank, the seal went out like 2 days later and we have to put like 5 quarts of oil in it a week because it just pours out. Also, around the same time, the transmission has begun to jerk when it's put into gear. We took good care of the car (oil changes, scheduled maintenance, etc.) and it is still falling apart at 38,000 Miles. It's such a freaking piece of crap. We're stuck with it though because we still owe $10, 000 on it.
Favorite Features
It's pretty to look at.
Suggested Improvements
Fix the trash powertrain.
4 out 4 people found this review helpful
Sporty yet Classy
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Dodge Stratus R/T 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
Review
I just bought a used 2005 Dodge Stratus R/T Coupe 3.0L V6 automatic. It had only 25,500 miles on it when I bought it. I bought it used for only $12,000 - it was pretty loaded for that price minus leather seats and electronic seat adjustment. Other than those two additions, the car is an awesome car and it drives great and is fast and sporty - I don't like Mitsubishi Eclipses so this was a good happy medium for me. When I got it insured, the insurance agent looked at it and couldn't believe it was a Stratus - obviously, he had only seen the sedans and not the R/T Coupe!
Favorite Features
I like that I can change the volume, track, station, etc. without having to glance at my radio while I'm driving - a very cool safety invention. Also, the sunroof is great as well.
Suggested Improvements
The interior is a little sparse; meaning there could be improvements on the quality of parts used, the plastic and vinyl could be better as too could the dashboard.
1 out 3 people found this review helpful
Great Car overall.
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Dodge Stratus SXT 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I have only had it a few days. I seems to drive well. It has great handling and a smooth ride. I have always owned Mitsubishi cars I was shoping for an Eclipse and I changed my mind because the 2 door coupe Stratus has the same Mitsubishi built drive train as the Eclipse. I like the body better than the Eclipe because it has more room in the back seat. I really am enjoying my car.
Favorite Features
Power sunroof, 4 disc in dash changer, power leather seats, 5 speed is fun to drive and shifts easy.
Suggested Improvements
Dashboard is starting to fold up around the heater vents near the front windshild. Spare tire cover in the trunk is cheaply made and is warping. The quality of those parts can be made better in future models.
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
Nice Change
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Dodge Stratus SXT 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
Bought on a whim!, Styling and price caught our eye. Have had for 1 year and 12,000 miles and still extremely happy with all aspects.
Favorite Features
Buckets seat, floor shift, white guage package, 2,7 liter DOHC extremely responsive, GPM excellent for the size of car, excellent ride and handling.
Suggested Improvements
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
Good so far
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Dodge Stratus SXT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
Review
Purchased used with 26,000 miles have 36,000 now with no problems mine is a 2.7l flex fuel. Very comfortable and quiet ride. Transmission seems to lose fluid slowly over a long period of time but find no leaks had a few rough gear changes but other wise flawless . Plan to keep and have no regrets so far.
Favorite Features
Flex fuel option , style and comfort of ride sold me, love driving it.
Suggested Improvements
Transmission has had a few as in 4 rough gear changes and fluid seems to go down after a long period of time with no signs of a leak anywhere. Fix these problems and car is perfect. Plan to keep.
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
In love with my Stratus
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Dodge Stratus SXT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
Review
I searched all over the Sacramento area to find my 4 door 2.7L V6 Stratus in the midnight blue. I drove it home and instantly fell in love. Wonderfully reliable, a nice aggresive acceleration, and so roomy inside. My husband was reluctant to buy it since he has a mustang but after about 2 weeks was totally smitten!
Favorite Features
I love the look and how I feel when driving my car. People do not expect my car to blow out the power it does and that makes my ride so fun.
Suggested Improvements
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
Disappointed
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 2 | Fun-to-Drive: | 4 | Build Quality: | 2 |
| Comfort: | 5 | Interior Design: | 4 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 4 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Dodge Stratus SXT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
Review
I've had this car for 11 months and it is currently at the dealership because I need a new engine at 20,000 miles. I am very disapointed since this is the first American car I have bought. I owned a 2003 Honda Civic prior to this, and I regret that I ever got rid of it to buy an American car. I wasn't even given a rental by the dealer. I wouldn't recommend this car to anyone. The worst part of it all, I am already upside down on my loan after 1 year. The depreciation of the value is astronomical. I just checked online and my 2003 Civic is worth more today than my '05 Stratus per Kelly Blue Book, go figure.
Favorite Features
Not much right now.
Suggested Improvements
Comfortable seating and better working parts
1 out 5 people found this review helpful
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