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Used 1996 Dodge Avenger ES 2dr Coupe Consumer Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars
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4.88 out of 5 stars

Fun to Drive

Tedster, 12/06/2003
Dodge Avenger ES 2dr Coupe
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This car is the most comfortable I have driven ever. It's interior is well designed wit all the amenities for a non-luxury model. It's handling and aerodynimic design is superb. I am almost always stop by people and comment about it's sleek and sophisticated appearance. I am very content with my Dodge Avenger. The next car that can replace this beauty is a 430 lexus, 330 Mercedez Benz or 720i BMW. The main idea for this car is to keep it very clean and detailed at all times. This car is definitely a keeper.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

avenger

christine bliss, 02/01/2004
Dodge Avenger ES 2dr Coupe
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i bought this car new in 01/96 and have been the only owner. i never had any problems with this car except maintanence(brakes, tires, struts, etc) it now has over 100,000 miles on it and its still going strong.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

A fine first car

jmoy, 07/24/2005
Dodge Avenger ES 2dr Coupe
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The Avenger was my first car out of college, and it's still going at 140,000 miles (9yrs.). It corners nimbly, and possesses great sport styling. Its athletic veneer, however, belies its pedestrian engine performance; It's pretty slow from 0- 60. unless you're drag racing, It boasts sufficient passing power on freeways. The tranny has given me fits: I replaced it at 95K and am starting to have problems again at 140K. I also replaced the water pump once and all the 02 sensors twice now. Overall, however, it's been a fairly decent car. I think it can last another year plus.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

This car was a life saver

Janet, 06/10/2007
Dodge Avenger ES 2dr Coupe
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Bought a '96 Avenger ES with 104K for my 17 yo son. The most important thing I can say about this car is that it was substantial and well built enough to save his life in a bad front end collision. Both airbags deployed and the car was totaled, but he walked away without a scratch. He is crushed about losing this car-his first and like a friend to him. Well designed inside and out--I found it comfortable to drive and am 50 yo with a young one in a carseat--easiest 2 door to get child in and out of carseat I have ever used- loved the way the front seats slid forward automatically. Quality for this American made car is exceptional and ergonomic. Handled well, fun to drive, no major problems.

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1 out of 5 stars

i hate my avenger

britt01, 01/09/2003
Dodge Avenger ES 2dr Coupe
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I have had nothing but major problems with this car. I would not recommend buying it.

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