2002 Dodge Viper Review
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
With a new Viper set to debut for 2003, fans of the current version should visit their Dodge dealer soon, as the '02s are expected to sell out fast.
Pros
Exotic car performance, head-turning looks, value priced.
Cons
Lack of refinement, old-tech design, easy to spin.
What's New for 2002
Nothing's new except for an available color scheme on the GTS: Graphite metallic with silver stripes.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
Sweet
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Dodge Viper GTS 2dr Coupe (8.0L 10cyl 6M)
Review
Bought it for the looks but I came to appreciate the build quality & reliability. Everyone, young & old, takes a 2nd look at this car. I smile every time I look at it, too. I love this car and look forward to driving it every time.
Favorite Features
Styling, comfortable seats, adjustable pedals, V10 power, easy-to-use clutch, tilt wheel.
Suggested Improvements
Insulation to reduce interior heat, exhaust noise. I'll put the window down if I want to hear the exhaust sound. Auto trans w/traction control would help driveability. Covers for speedo, tach need glare reduction.
Best exotic supercar for money!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 5 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 3 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Dodge Viper GTS 2dr Coupe (8.0L 10cyl 6M)
Review
Not only does this car get major attention but it has the performance to back it up. I originally bought this car as a weekend car, but it has turned into a daily driver (I can't not drive it). The car is car has been very reliable. It does have an inflated cost of ownership. Gas milage is bad, tires only get about 15k miles and cost $350 each. But this is to be expected on a vehicle like this.
Favorite Features
FAST!!! Celebrity treat where ever you go.
Suggested Improvements
AC controls allow either cold or hot, no sttings in between. The two AC vents on bottom of dash blow freezing air can't be closed.
Viper GTS Coupe
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 1 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Dodge Viper GTS 2dr Coupe (8.0L 10cyl 6M)
Review
Car is a thrill to drive; non stop attention; great car for the money. The only negetive comment...inside of vehicle get way too hot
Favorite Features
FAST...FAST...FAST
Suggested Improvements
2002 final edition
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Dodge Viper GTS 2dr Coupe (8.0L 10cyl 6M)
Review
Car purchased new 9-11-03 9 miles, currantly 550 miles. Brake noise is common with these cars, due to the high performance brake pads. Car should have come with cruse control option, Dodge did not offer this as a factory option. However this car is a modern classic and exceptional in style and performance.
Favorite Features
Style and performance.
Suggested Improvements
cruse control, 500HP, ability to recline the seats further.
Viper RT10 Review
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Dodge Viper RT/10 2dr Roadster (8.0L 10cyl 6M)
Review
Fantastic car for it's purpose. It's a street legal race car and built just for that purpose. The drive is exciting, powerful, and fun. Not a real good car for long trips. Simplicity is a positive with this car. Pure power and muscle. Probably the best money for the shear attention the car brings. The removable top could be a lot easier to handle, but most of the time it's off the car.
Favorite Features
Power, power, power. The cars curves and looks are amazing. Simple design.
Suggested Improvements
Better removable top - maybe even a clear top that connects like a T-top. Hard top is not storable in car.
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