1999 Dodge Avenger Review
1999 Dodge Avenger Review
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Pros
- Good looks. Big back seat. Inexpensive. Optional ABS.
Cons
- Performance can't live up to image.
What’s new
One new color for the exterior: Shark Blue (replaces Silver Mist).
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1999 Dodge Avenger 2dr Coupe and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$186/mo for Avenger Base
Avenger Base
vs
$181/mo
Avg. Midsize Car
Vehicle overview
Nobody misses the Dodge Daytona. You will recall that the Daytona was a front-wheel drive sport coupe based on the K-Car chassis. After a decade on the market with minimal changes, Chrysler mercifully pulled the plug on the Daytona, replacing it with the Mitsubishi Galant-based Avenger sport coupe in 1995.
Avenger competes with the Chevrolet Monte Carlo and Pontiac Grand Prix; whereas the Daytona was marketed as an alternative to the Ford Mustang and Chevrolet Camaro. Smaller, lighter and less powerful than the GP or the Monte, Dodge has managed to squeeze nearly as much interior space and as much performance into the smoothly-styled Avenger.
Based on previous-generation Mitsubishi Galant underpinnings, the Avenger comes in base and ES flavors. The standard engine is the same 2.0-liter four-cylinder unit found in the Neon, mated to a five-speed manual transmission. The five-speed makes the Avenger fun to drive, offering sprightly acceleration.
The 2.5-liter V6, optional on ES trim, is hooked to a four-speed automatic. No manual is available with the V6, and that's a shame. So equipped, the Avenger is slower than the standard model, and is woefully inadequate in comparison to the Grand Prix GT and Monte Carlo Z34. To redeem the Avenger, Dodge prices it between base editions of the Pontiac and Chevy.
Overall, the Avenger is high on practicality but low on power. An accommodating coupe, the Avenger's only real shortcoming is its weak engine choices. If you're looking for performance, shop elsewhere. But with prices for the top-of-the-line Avenger ES on par with base editions of competing products, the Avenger is a tempting piece indeed.
Consumer reviews
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4.5 out of 5 stars
99 Avenger ES
Vonto, 02/15/2003
1999 Dodge Avenger ES 2dr Coupe
reliable engine with the right amount
of TLC spacious inside comfortable
seating. Acceleration a little on the
sluggish but gets up to speed quickly
handles corners superbly very quick
steering response this car stays well
planted on the pavement outstanding
body design very handsome car and fun
to drive
4.88 out of 5 stars
Black Avenger
Black Avenger, 09/12/2008
1999 Dodge Avenger ES 2dr Coupe
This was the first car I bought on my own and my third car. As they say 3's a charm, it sure was with this one! I bought it in the winter and it handled like a charm. No problems in good old Chicago winter! Perfectly balanced, sleek, aerodynamic and easy on gas. I had it for 9 yrs and it ran like new for all that time, I ended up trading it for a Pontiac g6. Bad idea on my part! … I'm still looking for one now.
5 out of 5 stars
1999 Dodge Avenger ES Coupe
Paul Davis, 08/19/2008
1999 Dodge Avenger ES 2dr Coupe
Probably one of the best used car buys I have ever had. 113,000 miles on it, great shape, had timing belt replaced, tuned, brakes, and I get 20 MPG in town and 29+ on the interstate. Really comfortable, seats have great lower back support, good sound system. Super buy.
5 out of 5 stars
300.000 miles and running excellently
Carlos, 09/18/2010
1999 Dodge Avenger 2dr Coupe
We bought this car with 235,000 miles to travel driving to Mexico in 2008, not only we did that, now we are in Argentina with the same car after 65.000 miles of adventure, fun and good memories. The best buy ever and a good friend to have. I only can say thanks to my car.
1999 Avenger Highlights
Base
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 23 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $186/month |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 13.1 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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