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5 out of 5 stars

Mommy's Car

Mary-Anne, 01/27/2006
2006 Dodge Magnum RT 4dr Wagon AWD (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
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I have owned this car for 9 months now. I ordered in January of last year wanting the best hot rod that I could get for my money. What a dream! It goes like stink, looks like nothing else on the road and feels like a Mercedes inside. All of my other cars have been Chryslers except for one foray into the Jetta Wagon TDI. This car tops everything combining the rush of our 600+HP Valiant race car with the luxury of our 73 New Yorker Brougham It handles whether it's on ice or gravel, and keeps me comfortable at all times. Once in a blue moon, I even let my husband drive it. I thought of trading it on the SRT8 until I realized that then I'd have to put it away for the winter. Not a chance!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Not your average wagon

rick, 01/28/2006
2006 Dodge Magnum SRT-8 4dr Wagon (6.1L 8cyl 5A)
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Dodge didn't waste any money on bling bling here. Everything you need is covered, but the magic is underneath. The motor is a split personality crazy man. quiet and smooth when you need it to be. Step on the pedal and you are in another dimension. Amazing torque and acceleration(especially for a heavy car). Handles tight and the SRT8 seats are perfection. If you crave attention buy another car- although this car gets a knowing glance from anyone who understands Dodge's secret society. Generally you get the glance as you blast past them on straight AND twisty roads. Outward vision isn't great but you gain confidence in your mirrors after awhile. Build quality so far is excellent. Rock on

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5 out of 5 stars

Estate Car

Crosbeian, 03/21/2006
2006 Dodge Magnum SE 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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This was my one and only chance to avoid a mini van or the absurd badly built and ill concieved SUV. It basically does the job, looks the dogs, drives as if on rails and is very solid. Gas mileage OK. All sorts of folks still stop and stare at it and ask about it. You can forget about the baby seat in the back driving this. They need to sell a aftermarket kit to unpimp this ride. The traction in the snow was ok, even without chains

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4.88 out of 5 stars

RT traded for SRT-8

MassMagnum, 05/15/2006
2006 Dodge Magnum RT 4dr Wagon (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
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I bought my RT almost 2 years ago. I saw it, drove it, and had to have it. I have loved everything about it. Everyday driveing it has been perfect. As for hauling, I put 8 6ft banquet tables and 20 folding chairs in the back. (Yes, in one load) Only down side is snow performance but you cant have everything. She has great style, comfort, usefullness, power, breaking,cornering and reliablity.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Gotta love this wagon!

Steve S., 06/13/2006
2006 Dodge Magnum RT 4dr Wagon AWD (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
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Have had the vehicle for only a few weeks. Had to sell '05 Mustang and go practical. The Magnum gave me practicality and fun! Really nice car, drives very well, nice and tight. Love the low cut look, very aggressive. My wife really likes it too. Can actually be cool in a wagon.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great room

Russell B., 07/16/2006
2006 Dodge Magnum SE 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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I had a 2004 Ford F-150 5.4L V8. I traded it in for the 2006 Magnum, and the two things that I was worried about was leg room and fuel economy. My truck was great with interior space, but with gas hitting $3.00 per gallon, and me having to drive over 100 round trip to work, I needed something better for fuel. I was a little put off on the Magnum, but the leg room sold me. There is almost as much leg room as my truck, and even though I get the same mileage on fuel, it cost me 1/2 has much to fill up.

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5 out of 5 stars

I love this car

Don Shrum, 07/28/2006
2006 Dodge Magnum SE 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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I've had it one year. I have put 36,000 mostly highway miles on it. Highway mileage ranges from 26 to 28 miles per mpg. I love the styling and the interior roominess. After owning it a year we still get compliments on it. It's a red beauty.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Why purchase a Subaru

Ken, 11/07/2006
2006 Dodge Magnum RT 4dr Wagon AWD (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
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Wow. I am a '60's child. What an increase in quality, driveability, utility, and performance. Commute 70 miles one way to work. I am much fresher upon arrival than I was driving an " all wheel drive import". Exceptionaly quiet, solid. I have had the vehicle four months and have put 18k miles on the clock.

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5 out of 5 stars

2006 Magnum from Ontario

robbo68, 11/11/2006
2006 Dodge Magnum RT 4dr Wagon AWD (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
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I am a lifelong Dodge fan. From the Dodge Dspen to Dakota now to the Magnum I am very impressed witht the structure of the whole car. I believe they spent time on this and made it right. Spacious in design with a whole lot of sport.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Comfortable, great ride, nice handling

nocruelty, 11/22/2006
2006 Dodge Magnum SE 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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This is a company car for us. The 2.7 liter engine provides merely adequate performance from a stop and at speed, and I'd recommend one of the larger engines. The legroom is excellent for front and back passengers. The headroom is very good. The telescoping steering wheel is extremely helpful and complements the power driver's seat to find an ideal driving position relative to the fixed position pedals. The ride is excellent. Cornering feels solid and not as though it's a 4000 pound vehicle. Rear cargo space is limited, unless folding the rear seats. We've needed to use the optional roof rack during trips. Coupled with a bigger engine, this is a very fun, comfortable car.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

SRT-8 Automotive Art

NICK PROSCIA, 02/06/2007
2006 Dodge Magnum SE 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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I first saw the SRT-8 at the International car show when it was just a concept. At the time, I told my wife that if they build it I want it. I first test drove it July of 2006 and fell in love. I have been a GM person my whole life, but things were about to change. I have owned 24 cars from classic Impalas, Corvettes, Camaros and list goes on. I actually traded a 1996 Impala SS for the SRT-8. There is nothing bad at all to say about this car. Styling, comfort, and oh yeah, performance like you never had. I can carry my family of five around, or pick up a TV and still lay rubber like I was in a sports car. Cold air induction and a catback exhaust is now on order. Can never have too much power.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

50000 and going

Dave, 02/20/2007
2006 Dodge Magnum RT 4dr Wagon (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
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16 months and over 55,000 miles, what you have is the very good, and the very bad. First the good, power, space for my big frame 6'3", 280lbs, and lots of boxes. Nice, but not overwhelming interior, nav, heated seats, adjustable pedals, all the good stuff. Now the bad, horrible dealer service, makes me want to go back to Toyotas, and Hondas. Priced the 60,000 service one dealer wanted $850.00, another wanted $470.00. I've had a thumping noise in the right front since 21,000 miles, been to the dealer 4 times they can't find it.Serveral rattles, in the dash, and hatch. I will not buy another Dodge simply because of the dealer service.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Top Notch

HammerMaster, 04/27/2007
2006 Dodge Magnum RT 4dr Wagon AWD (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
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The Mercedes Benz based 4-matic is amazing. I will never drive another car without it. Wet weather traction like i have never seen before. All this on top of 340HP! Styling speaks for itself. Love it or hate it. Interior is huge. Turning radius is great for such a huge car. Speed, well there are cars that are faster but I dare them to do it in such a good looking car or loaded up with 5 people and groceries and still have power. Eat that import lovers. My only minor want is at $34k why could I not get the auto turning mirrors when the car is off like its German cousin. All together, I don't think you could get all the things this car offers from anyone else at the price its offered.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Fast and Fun

Leslie, 05/14/2007
2006 Dodge Magnum RT 4dr Wagon (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
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All in all I will have to say this is my all time favorite car! Love the power! No more waiting to get out in traffic. Plenty of cargo space and seats are very comfy. The only downside is that it is so peppy that we can't seem to keep our foot off of the gas! We were sold from the test drive on this car. If you're going to get one, get the Hemi! It is well worth it!

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4.25 out of 5 stars

2006 Dodge Magnum SE 2.7L 4CYL

DE, 09/25/2007
2006 Dodge Magnum SE 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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I had this car for 6 months now and have had no problems at all. It runs and drives great. I would like to see a little more power but that is my fault for buying the one with the small engine, (for gas mileage reasons), and it does get excellent fuel mileage.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Got to Believe ! - That Dad's Wagon ?

Jellobrand, 06/19/2007
2006 Dodge Magnum RT 4dr Wagon AWD (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
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The car is a car, a truck, a wagon, a SUV. But inside the heart and soul is a sports car trapped in a wagon's body!

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4.63 out of 5 stars

'06 Magnum

Moose, 06/29/2007
2006 Dodge Magnum SE 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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I looked at many vehicles over 6 months before deciding on the Magnum. I have had it now for a 1 1/2 years and am very pleased. I have 4 kids and can fit them all in and still have space in the back. The car drives very well and has great brakes although I would recommend ABS. I got the 2.7L v6 for the gas mileage. It does not have alot of power but I do get 20 mpg in the city. I have not taken it on any long trips so I don't know the highway mpg. For around town the car is perfect, it looks great, handles well, gets good mpg, is very comfortable (I am 6'3) and can take 5 adults plus stuff in the back. We had a Dodge Polaris wagon growing up, there is no comparison!

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5 out of 5 stars

Best car I ever bought

vjklander, 07/28/2007
2006 Dodge Magnum RT 4dr Wagon (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
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My wife and I looked around for a new car and came down to the Chrysler A300, Dodge Charger, and the Dodge Magnum. When we saw the all-black Magnum we just loved the styling and found the rear cargo space desirable since we often need to take her parents to doctor's appointments and the wheelchair fits easily.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Magnum SXT R/T

Paul Rodriguez , 08/22/2007
2006 Dodge Magnum RT 4dr Wagon AWD (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
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One off the best cars I've owned, the speed and control is better then my past sports cars, with better gas mileage too. Wow what a car!

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Should have bought it sooner

Tom's NYC Review, 03/14/2008
2006 Dodge Magnum RT 4dr Wagon (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
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I purchased this car used with only 80 miles on it and got a super deal, number 1. I was statisfied with the price, leather , styling, sunroof, and the space. Hope it would be as powerful as my 1970 Cutlass which I missed dearly, and holy cow it was. Not only was it peppy and powerful but I had all the safety and comfort of a car built today. And yes, it does get good gas mileage when driven nicely, which I personally cannot do! Wish I did not have to deal with all the lovely traffic of NYC, then I can really open it up

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5 out of 5 stars

Magnum SRT8 Future Classic

Bill in Texas, 08/01/2018
2006 Dodge Magnum SRT-8 4dr Wagon (6.1L 8cyl 5A)
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This car is an animal. try to find a wagon that looks this cool and runs like a muscle car. Very low production. Prices are rising with low mileage cars hard to find. Buy one now.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Grand Dad's Hot Rod

Dandeman, 06/10/2008
2006 Dodge Magnum SE 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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This Inferno Red number turns the heads of young and old. This is not your ordinary grandad's wagon.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Wow

hemi58, 03/17/2006
2006 Dodge Magnum SRT-8 4dr Wagon (6.1L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

This car is unbelievable. Great performance and mpg isn't all that bad 18.5 average. I only got 23 on my Accord and I haven't had to take it into the dealer for any of the usual "new car" problems-this is my 2nd Magnum-1st was and R/T-plus I don't know what all the hubbub is about w/ the Asian cars I had two and they both left me stranded and unsure if they would start. Thanks but I’ll stick w/ the GM Ford & Chrysler that always seem to get knocked for fit and finish. Everyone I’ve had I put minimum of 150,000 miles and w/ no trouble other than the usual wear items-LOF battery brakes.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Fun and Functional

SRT84JM, 10/13/2006
2006 Dodge Magnum SRT-8 4dr Wagon (6.1L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

Two words describe this vehicle: fun and functionality. MPG? No. SPM (smiles per mile) outstanding!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Dodge Magnum SRT8

charlie, 10/17/2006
2006 Dodge Magnum SRT-8 4dr Wagon (6.1L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 5 people found this review helpful

This car has great power, great styling, and gets pretty good gas mileage, but it rides like a Caddy and handles like a Vette. The thing I like about this car is that it seats 5 and has plenty of cargo room. I was a little afraid to buy it ,but once I drove it, and my wife drove it, I realized I made the right choice

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