2006 Dodge Stratus Consumer Reviews

Worst Car Ever..

Written by: morgan06 on 06/13/2009

Vehicle

2006 Dodge Stratus R/T 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Please please do not buy this unless you are extremely well off and can afford to replace everything! I have had nothing but problems since I got it 2 years ago. It has 70,000 miles and has had a new timing belt, housing unit, magnetic cam sensor, computer and more that i cannot remember now....and it still is not working. The dodge dealer can't figure it out! Do not buy this car. Spend a little more and get something reliable that works.

Favorite Features

notta

Suggested Improvements

Make it dependable? Work? Run? Not be in the shop every 2 months or so??

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I love my Stratus

Written by: Mutt on 02/22/2009

Vehicle

2006 Dodge Stratus SXT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I have a metallic black, with brindle interior, SXT and it looks great. I added gold pin stripes and it really sets it off. The 2.4L DOHC 4cyl is a good, reliable engine, however it lacks power when the car is loaded with people and luggage. Especially going up hill with the A/C on. The V6 is a much better idea. My mileage is 22-24 avg. in the city and 30 to 31 hwy. I'm a 6'1" male and find I need a power drivers seat or my head hits the ceiling. After several back and neck surgeries I have problems riding in many cars but the power drivers seat fits me well and w/o the lumbar support it's very comfortable. It has a nice ride, the handling is great as is the visibility.

Favorite Features

I love the looks, inside and out. Gauges are easy to read. The cassette/CD radio and fold down rear seats are great. I had an 04 Siebring with leather and power moon roof and wish I still had the power moon roof. The controls and heat/A/C are convenient and function well. Good trunk space.

Suggested Improvements

Get the six cyl. The 4 cylinder is under powered. The poor gas mileage is related to the lead foot on the people complaining about the mileage. The front rotors tend to warp and I'm not hard on them. It's well balanced and does well in the snow. Leather was poor quality. Bring it back, please!

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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I've driven better

Written by: whatsuppp23 on 02/18/2009

Vehicle

2006 Dodge Stratus SXT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

For my 17th birthday I got a 2006 Stratus and I can not wait to trade it in. It's slow and the inside is boring. My mom got a 08 VW Passat and it has a V6 and it flies. My Stratus has nothing, no heated seats, no GPS, no sunroof. I would recommend getting a different car if you're looking at this one.

Favorite Features

Big interior, alloy rims

Suggested Improvements

More features

0 out 13 people found this review helpful

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My car

Written by: stephoff on 11/13/2008

Vehicle

2006 Dodge Stratus SXT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I like this car. I can't say im in love with it, but I have very high expectations. (I'm a Lexus/ BMWgirl) Other than that it is a great car, never have had any major problems ever. The only thing that bothered me was the fact when I wrecked at 45 mph the air bags didn't deploy. But then I am not sure what speed you have to be going for them to. And that everytime you hit your brakes hard the back seats open and everything from your trunk is now in the cab. But other than that it is a good car to get from a to b so I can't complain. I plan on having this car for a long time.

Favorite Features

I like the fact that when I abuse my car it treats me great.

Suggested Improvements

The front end is kinda ugly and the seats could be upgraded (lumbar support?) and the back seats should have some sort of knob to lift to open to the trunk.

2 out 5 people found this review helpful

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diamond in the rough

Written by: 06stratussxt1 on 10/29/2008

Vehicle

2006 Dodge Stratus SXT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I have a 2006 sxt with the 2.4 sport package. It performs awesomely. For a four cylinder, slow off the line but great power after 30 mph. To help further my mpg I got a cold air and it jumped my 150 horsepower to a whopping 175. Also I put in a tornado fuel saver and it jumped my hp up to 180. It keeps up with my sisters grand am gt. Great car care equals great performance and reliability. The front and rear sway bar provide great handling. The tight steering responds great. Fuel mileage is great after cold air and tornado, 28 in tow and 35 on the freeway doing 80. The only thing I can say is car care 100%

Favorite Features

white face gauges, sport package has chrome tip exhaust and traditional dodge flat black spoiler, reflectors under tail lights make it look sportier. handling, Boston acoustics speaker system is awesome! side impact air bags on sport package makes me feel safer. traction control on sport package

Suggested Improvements

standard power sunroof, anti-lock brakes standard. and slightly more pizazz in the interior too bland other than white face gauges

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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mystratus

Written by: pugmom on 10/17/2008

Vehicle

2006 Dodge Stratus SXT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

This Stratus needs a little more get up and go otherwise I am very pleased with this car.

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Happy I found this car

Written by: Patrick on 07/22/2008

Vehicle

2006 Dodge Stratus SXT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I bought this car in December of 06 and have been happy ever since. The mileage on the highway is incredible. If I keep the tires correctly inflated and use cruise-control I get over 30 mpg. In town is another story. The mileage plunges. I used to think poorly of Dodge until I owned this. It is very comfortable for me, though it isn't as refined as a more expensive luxury car. But for the price I am willing to overlook some small drawbacks such as cheap dashboard plastic. The interior is ergonomically perfect, not too flashy and not too sparse. Overall this has been perfect for me. One more thing, Dodge made it very easy to perform the maintenance on this car and save money.

Favorite Features

V-6 engine allows great acceleration and decent Mileage on the Highway. Ergonomics for a 5'8" guy are perfect and when I have kids, the back seat will allow easy installation of car seats while trunk can fit everything I need.

Suggested Improvements

Improve some of the seemingly cheap parts like the fake carbon fiber dash. A jack for an I pod in the radio would be nice. Better spare tire cover in the trunk. Present one moves around when something heavy is placed in trunk.

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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New trans!

Written by: NothapywithDODGE on 07/21/2008

Vehicle

2006 Dodge Stratus R/T 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)

Review

My wife and I bought the Stratus with 34,000 miles on it in 11/07. We traded in a Chrysler 300 that was very unreliable. What a mistake buying a Dodge. The car now has 45,000 and we have to totally replace the transmission! What a joke. I will never buy a Dodge again.

Favorite Features

is this a joke?

Suggested Improvements

Build a car the way a car should be built. There is a reason why foreign cars are out-selling American cars.

4 out 9 people found this review helpful

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Pure Awesomeness

Written by: Mac on 07/20/2008

Vehicle

2006 Dodge Stratus SXT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

This case has a rear spoiler and is SO sporty looking for a sedan. I am in college and wanted a car that was reliable, roomy, and good on gas. Didn't want a coupe! So sporty, smooth ride, and UNBELIEVABLY cheap. Great car, would suggest!

Favorite Features

Spoiler, gauges, smooth handling.

Suggested Improvements

Fog lights would be nice.

2 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Fun car

Written by: pacer71 on 07/04/2008

Vehicle

2006 Dodge Stratus SXT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I really have been enjoying this car. We bought this car as a fixer for our credit, and had a choice between this and a Dodge Neon, no comparison. I am the primary driver for this car and have found that I make excuses to do things just so that I can drive it. It's a blast to drive and seems pretty sporty for a 4 cylinder.

Favorite Features

Gas mileage, the look of the exterior and interior, and the stereo.

Suggested Improvements

I would suggest a better way of shifting when using the cruise control because it tends to shift a bit rough. I would also suggest a 6 cylinder instead of a 4, due to the umph going up the hills when taking off, but it's still pretty good for a 4.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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