Is the 2005 Dodge Stratus a good car?

Is the 2005 Dodge Stratus a good car?

I bought my 2005 R/T sedan new in early 2006. It was the last of the 05’s on the lot so got a significant discount from the sticker. Overall it’s been a good car for the money. It’s sporty looking, comfortable, versatile and fun to drive. After nearly 10 years of ownership and 116K miles later, the engine runs very strong.

What kind of engine does the Dodge Stratus have?

With its potent 3.0-liter V-6, the R/T coupe takes off in a hurry and moves with a high level of refinement. Even though it’s a trifle balky and even inclined to grind now and then, the R/T’s manual transmission yields satisfying gear changes.

How big are the tires on a Dodge Stratus?

The tires measure 16 inches in diameter on the SXT. The R/T sedan features a rear spoiler, a specially tuned suspension and 17-inch tires. Five-passenger seating includes two front buckets and a 60/40-split folding three-place rear bench. Trunk volume is 16 cubic feet, but the opening is rather small and high.

Is the Dodge Sebring similar to the Dodge Stratus?

Chrysler offers a similar Sebring sedan and coupe, along with a convertible that’s not available with a Stratus badge. The sedan’s styling resembles that of the Stratus coupe even though the two body styles share no sheet metal.

I bought my 2005 R/T sedan new in early 2006. It was the last of the 05’s on the lot so got a significant discount from the sticker. Overall it’s been a good car for the money. It’s sporty looking, comfortable, versatile and fun to drive. After nearly 10 years of ownership and 116K miles later, the engine runs very strong.

What kind of engine does a Dodge Stratus have?

In 1998 the DOHC 2.4 L was standard and the 2.5 L V6 was optional on the ES, and from 1999 to 2000, the 2.5 L V6 was the only engine on the ES model. The Stratus directly replaced the high-volume Spirit and Dynasty ( United States only) to favorable reviews, but lower sales.

Is the Dodge Stratus 2.0 L sold in Europe?

The Stratus was sold in Europe, with the 2.0 L and the V6, as the Chrysler Stratus (the Dodge name was not used in Europe, except for commercial vehicles ).

Is the Dodge Stratus the same as the Cirrus?

For Brazil, the Stratus was marketed as the Chrysler Stratus, the equivalent Chrysler Cirrus being unavailable. It had the same engines as the North American version but a higher ground clearance for the road conditions there.

What are the specs of a 2005 Dodge Stratus?

Dodge added a Sport Appearance Package to the SXT trim level of its midsize Stratus sedan for 2005. The package includes chrome-clad wheels, fog lamps and a rear spoiler. Fresh interiors are available in the SXT and R/T sedans, while SE and ES models are now available only to fleet buyers.

What kind of car is the Dodge Stratus?

Stratus sedans got a restyled front end for the 2004 model year, which included a monochromatic grille for the sporty R/T edition. The Stratus coupe is built from a different design. Chrysler offers a similar Sebring sedan and coupe, along with a convertible that’s not available with a Stratus badge.