Dodge Avenger (07-09) - Review

Review by Simon Harris on
Last Updated: 05 December 2008
The Avenger brings a dash of bold American styling to the rather sober and safe-looking large family car segment. Available only as a saloon, the Avenger is roomy and priced against cars like the Kia Magentis. However it's a less well executed vehicle and although it comes with a good diesel engine, borrowed from Volkswagen, it's an average car at best. The poor quality interior and flimsy plastics only reinforce the budget feel and on the road the lack of refinement and sophistication are all too evident.
2 out of 5

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Buying used

Large saloons lose their value heavily, so after a year or two it should be possible to make significant savings over the new price. It will be more interesting to look at (but not to drive) than a used Ford Mondeo or Vauxhall Vectra, so there's some forecourt appeal.

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Selling

Dodge has little brand recognition in the UK, so selling an Avenger could prove difficult unless it is attractively priced. All models have decent equipment levels though, which can be a good selling point.