Used 2005 Dodge Stratus Consumer Reviews
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After 5 years worth of abuse, it's still a fun car...
wy_themoparguy, 02/11/2011
2005 Dodge Stratus R/T 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
Mine's actually an SXT 2.7 V6, not an R/T V6, but Edmunds didn't have an entry for SXT 2.7 V6... Anyway, I bought this car used in June of '06, and have enjoyed it every day since. It has a very sporty feel, handles well, and is built pretty well overall.
2005 Dodge Stratus SXT FAILED at 80K mil
Dodge Customer, 11/27/2009
2005 Dodge Stratus SXT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
20 of 23 people found this review helpful
The timing belt failed at 80K on my 2005 Dodge Stratus SXT 2.4 liter which caused 2 engine valves to be bent and the first time my service manual said anything about the timing belt is to change it at 90K miles. It did not say anything about inspecting or anything else concerning the timing belt before then.So now I'm stuck with a $1650 engine repair when this could have been avoided if Dodge at least suggested inspection of the timing belt at 60K or 70K miles.Not happy!
Great Value Midsize Sedan
jklag11, 05/27/2013
2005 Dodge Stratus SXT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
Bought my 2005 Dodge Stratus SXT Sedan 2 years ago with 64,000 miles on it. Just passing 85,000 miles now and have not had a single repair yet. Bought the car for about $5,000 less than a same-year Camry or Accord, and have not regretted that decision once. Besides the fact that the Stratus is far and away more attractive than either, it has a much more spacious interior and has very good handling for a mid-2000s midsize sedan. My only complaint to date has been that I tend to drive more city than highway, and have never been able to meet either the EPA (22 mpg) or Edmunds predicted (19 mpg) city ratings. Otherwise, very happy with my Stratus!
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Taylor, 08/06/2015
updated 02/14/2017
2005 Dodge Stratus SXT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
**Update** I sold my Stratus Jan 2016, only because I needed an AWD SUV for constant trips over a snowy mountain pass. Still loved my Stratus and miss it from time to time! I also updated Acceleration to reflect "poor". This car had low HP, and accelerated very slowly - my only issue with it. ********************************************************************************************* I love my Dodge Stratus. I have owned my stratus for 3 years now. Not that it really matters, but mine is white. I purchased it with 150k miles and have put 30.5k on it in my time driving it. It drives very smooth, and handles nicely. My interior is all black, only cloth, but still very nice. I am very particular about keeping it clean so mine is spotless. It always feels comfortable. The only issue I have with my stratus is that it accelerates slowly. Other than that, this car has been perfect for me. I do not look forward to the fact that mine has so many miles, I'm worried it'll start to go out soon. This worries me because I don't want to have to get another car, because I love mine!
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It's great for the money
jarrod, 01/31/2006
2005 Dodge Stratus SXT 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I like the car so far. It is a little slow and loud, but that's what you get for havign a four-cylinder. The gas milege improves over time. I have noticed the tires have to stay totally balanced for a good smooth ride. Special edition package is great, looks a little classy, adds alot of value to the car
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