see that's all it matters is taking care of it, Im at 138,000 now with my 2013, still have same battery since I got it, radiator hose cracked replaced last year, thermostat housing/thermostat replaced twice, and even the gascap, yes they wear out too.
Mines an 08 with 243,000 miles still runs great I use it to travel for work, but I changed the battery, alternator, starter, and rotors since i got a lot of miles, no reason for them to be changed but I figured if I keep those items new the car should last longer and indeed it has
I have a 2008 avenger. I've had it for almost 6 yrs and it has over 200,000 miles. I can honestly say that aside from a couple alternator issues, mechanically this car has been extremely reliable. The high mileage is mainly due to my 1hr both ways commute. Knock on wood, but my car is still going strong today.
@@MG-lz5nw Always change the oil when it should be changed. Always change the air filter when it should be changed. Change the air filter INSIDE the car, too. Make sure there isn't anything clogging up the air vents outside of the car. Lots of tree leaves and nuts can fall on them. They are right there at the bottom of the windshield. Flush radiator. If AC/Heat is not working properly, you might need a new blend door actuator. There are three of them. Look up videos for that. There are tons of videos on youtube about the Dodge Avenger for practically everything. Also, if you are looking for parts, websites like RockAuto might help?
Have 2011 Dodge Avenger 3.6 Lux, got it in 2012 @ 17K miles. Took care of the car like a baby and today 4/23 clocked in 180,000 miles and running strong!
Be careful. Mine is a 2013 got it when it was new and currently has 56,000 miles and this year I had to replace the battery (and you have to take off the drivers side wheel. It’s a pain), a new alternator, a new throttle body, new air filter, new brake pads and now I have to get a new air intake sensor which is the least amount of money I’ve had to spend this year on it.
bought one last year too. be careful bro. i’ve had to replace the tipm TWICE. first the car was shutting off randomly and the horns would go off for no reason. now the wipers are going berserk
How they chose the Dart over the Avenger I will never understand. My '14 is around 80k miles and I'm trying to decide whether to sell it before 100k or keep it longer term. I've been leaning towards keeping it longer term and your video has me leaning even more in that direction :)
It was sacrificed towards use of Alfa's platform, on which Dart was based. Few years earlier, the Fiat management also cut-out the Caliber and Nitro / Liberty.
@@ljack5519 in the 6 years I've had it, I've replaced the brakes once, and all 4 tires twice (I live in Detroit where the winters are bad)... That's it... Still runs great, still looks great, still sounds great... Regular maintenance (Oil changes, tune ups, etc) keeps it like that... So yes, for me, it has and is very reliable...
I just bought a 2011 Dodge Avenger and I saw this video and was worried but after watching I still love my car so thank you for renewing my faith in my car haha
The Dart and 200 were discontinued a couple years after. The irony, they discontinue the better looking compact and fail to sell the worse looking compacts, killing off all of Chrysler’s compacts. Now they got the Fiat 500, which we don’t talk about..
Right now on the used market there's a few important things to note. A top end Avenger will run you about the same cost as an early V6 Charger. Basically you can choose between the top end Baby Charger or the low end real Charger. I skipped both and went with a 300C instead, which is basically a Charger RT with comfier seats, but for $2-4K less and lower insurance cost.
I honestly love my 2005 Sebring convertible! I reluctantly acquired it through a death where it sat 5 years. Upon deciding it had more sentimental value than let it go to the shredder, I agreed to take it. It’s been more than loyal than my 84 6.2L diesel powered Chevy... and I’m die hard Chevy guy, and LOVE my truck more than I love my wife who’s effing hot, and cooks, and cleans, and knows her way around her 71 chevelle matching numbers 454 ss better than me!😭 RIP me
Same here bought a white 2010 2.7 with 80,000 miles it died with 145,000 because a mechanic did put the timing chain back on properly.. 2 weeks later I came up on a silver 2008 3.5 Sebring with 30,000 & I love them both..
As usual, a very thorough and interesting review. It's a shame they let this car go for the Dart, because this could have served as the platform for the pony car competitor to the mustang/camaro. Imagine this with beefed up suspension and turbocharged V6, or even a 5.7 hemi? Then slap a "Cuda" badge on it with some retro styling and it would have sold like crazy.
I have not been a fan of my 2009 Avenger which I've had for about 4 years. I've had problems with the A/C, battery, electrical systems, anti-lock brakes, window regulator, and the engine housing. Not to mention the blindspots are pretty big.
Ashley, you are right about the blindspots on the Avengers due to the narrow back windows. However I've driven tons of American cars with bad blind spots so it's really not anything new. Blind spots became less severe in most cars from the 80s and 90s but they were pretty bad in cars from the 60s and 70s in which Dodge just happened to continue.
I always thought these were sharp looking.. they should have put the SRT4 driveline in them, and given them a decent interior, it would have been way better.
Wife has a Navy Blue ‘09 Model with 232k only basic maintenance such as oil change, tires ,alternator and gaskets , still running strong till this day 👍🏾💪🏾
I've got a Red '09. 254k miles on it. The engine and trans are fine. I've had other issues that have happened on it, primarily sensors, and another part, which is well documented, wherein the car check engine light will come on, and the car won't go above 30 MPH. I know what the issue is. I'm working on it to resolve it. Once I fix that, it's back to road ready. I love that car.
Really? I didn't even think of the converter. At one point, I was getting that lightning bolt message on the dash. I replaced the throttle body. I resolved that, but I was getting something else. Took it to Advance to get it scanned, and replaced a sensor. It ran fine for about eight days, and something else happened on the freeway. I barely limped home with it. Got it in the garage. It was misfiring. It was also winter, and I had another vehicle to drive, so it's been in the garage, waiting for better weather.My plugs were fouled, and one smelled of gas, so I replaced that boot, along with all of the plugs. No more misfire, but I get a blinking check engine, when I go above about 2.5k RPM. I'm thinking the sensor I replaced failed. Not sure. I'm going to buy my own scanner, and take it from there.
@@buddy8225 I'd disagree. The front of the Avenger especially looks like a car from 2005, not 2015. The entire car was dated from the start, at least the Dart looked a touch more modern.
I have a 2013 3.6 liter Flex Fuel Avenger. Yup, it's got the little "Flex Fuel" badge and everything, although I've read that ALL the V6 Avengers could take E85, which is weird. I've never seen another one on the road, and from my research, I don't think there were many made. I bought it slightly used in 2015 from a dealer who got it as a trade-in, and it's easily the best car I've ever had. All I've had to do besides brakes, tires, etc., is replace the thermostat. I recently upgraded the low-end radio/CD player to a really nice 7" LCD model, and even with the original speakers, it sounds amazing. I can't recommend this car highly enough.
My 2010 Avenger RT with the 2.4 L motor has 222K+ miles on it and is still going strong. I did have to replace the throttle body and thermostat a few years back but otherwise there have been no major mechanical issues or repairs needed, and I now clean the throttle body about every six months and haven’t had any more problems. I also change the oil and do all other basic maintenance, myself. I’m currently working out of state and drove it 1300 miles to get here, and will drive it the 1300 miles back. I had a 2000 Dakota that was an absolute nightmare and ended up being sold basically for scrap after 10 years or so. But this Avenger has been the most dependable vehicle I’ve ever owned. Crazy how Dodge made both the best and worst vehicles I’ve owned. Changing the battery DOES SUCK. But otherwise I’ve loved it.
Dodge Intrepid could of been a dope car to keep. Too many front end issues on my old 97 3.5v6. super quick but true I want to know why it was canceled lol
I bought my avenger in 2013 and love it. I test drove the dart and hated it. I get sick in smaller cars and the avenger was a perfect size not to small and not to big. So sad they let it go.
I bought a 2011 brand new. It was my first new car purchase. Lux trim with the pentasutar engine. LOVED that car. Wicked quick. Crazy good on gas too. Wish I still had it.
I'm about to pick up a 2014 Avenger with 78k miles for about $10k. I've always liked how they look. This video gave me a lot to look out for. Thanks for the info and the history! It's pretty cool to own a vehicle that would be considered to be a "zombie car".
I've rented several Caravans, even a few 2019 models with around 3000 miles. They seem alright except for the transmission. Thing doesn't downshift until you're almost flooring it, not a smooth transition at all.
I have a 2014 Avenger and love it. Only complaint I have about it is the fuel mileage isn't as good as its competitors. Still a great and fun car, I'd buy it again.
@Kris Orendorff Damn my 2012 is hitting near 100k miles (it's at about 89k). Would trade it in, but I'm trying to get a house, so I gotta avoid car debt right now.
Damn this is the second time I unintentionally bought a zombie car. My first one was the Pontiac G6. That car was dope but expensive as hell to repair.
I got a 2006 Dodge Magnum got it for a really good price I think with some work it will be a Keeper!! I enjoytooling around in it. I'm missing a lot of trim, decals and nice paint job. But I'm positive and this will be a good looking car again
Wife and I were fortunate enough to be able to purchase one of these 2014 models. Se model, that still gets good mileage and plenty of gittyup for a 4 banger. Love my maroon sweetheart. Cheap repairs, easily findable spare parts, if you know where to look, and gets plenty of looks, because of the "mean" look. My son wants the car when we purchase our next family car, and wants to turn it into a drift racer lol.
FCB Fire Chief Bill niiice :) Thank you for commenting. I’m currently looking at a 2013 model with 131k miles. They want $5,000 which is a little sketchy to me.
@@Blackout_1692 Not true buddy. My 08 Dodge Avenger SXT has the heated and cooled cup holders. Great for long trips which is what I mostly use my car for.
Loved this article. Very informative. Own a 2013 SE. Only 79K mi to date. Travel a lot. This car has been amazing. The 2.4 has power, acceleration and great economy. Never leaks or uses oil or tranny fluid. It is very comfortable. Smooth ride and handles great. Lots of room inside. Love it. Thanks for the history lesson.
I brought the last model v6 at 18k brand new it was a great deal still have it and use it till this day! Very happy with it and satisfied.. great video
I had a 2010 sxt. Put 180k on it and it still ran very well. Didn't even know that the transmission was leaking. Mechanic said he couldnt believe it was still running. Bulletproof car honestly. Miss driving it sometimes.
lol true story....the sales men at the Kia dealership i worked at said this when i told them the Avenger was being discontinued..."oh man no! Thats our best selling car!" LOLOLOLOLOL and it was true we sold 6-8 avengers a month used ones of course.
U know its not fun to mane fun of kia anymore, speacillay because they have and keep inproving. They have many different models that sell very well worlwide. Something that dodge never did with their economy cars. Oh m one more thing. Ill take a kia stinger any day rather than any challenger or charger that arent hellcats or demons.
My 08 RT AWD Avenger is not long for this world. It has served me for years. I live in the north ,the winter is not kind to my wonderful car. Heartbreaking, but I simply dont have the funds to make the repairs
Im currently on my second Avenger, the first was a '11 V6 heat model and the current is a 2012 R/T. I absolutely love this car (Hence why I bought it again after the first one got totaled). Being a car enthusiast I was already aware of it's "reputation" before getting one but that bias went right out the window after I test drove it for the first time. The V6 model was soooo underrated, I wasnt expecting to like it as much as I did and I think my favorite aspect of the car itself (aside from the sound system in the R/T) is and will always be the Penastar engine! Ive never been too crazy about the transmission but that V6 is plenty powerful (torque steer is a bitch) and the engine note is savory. Long story short, the V6 model is truly a bang for the buck. My R/T model was purchased used at 50k models for only 10,500 dollars certified pre-owned and it offered all of the features I actually cared for. Definitely worth checking out if you want a cheap, fairly reliable car thats fun to drive. In 2.5 years Ive gone from 50k miles to 131k miles with only one hiccup (heat started blowing out cold air at 120k miles but was fixed)
@@Delvin_nivled yeah! That's what I think this car competes against. A V6 accord or Camry. The avenger with the pentastar is badass! I bought one for $5k with only 124k miles for my turo fleet, 2013. I LOVE driving that car!! It has an exhaust leak and sounds sooo good lmao 😂😂 I owned a 2013 dodge charger rt and damn I love the avenger just as much!
We have a 2009 Avenger, SXT 4 cylinder. Purchased new. The car has just about every option available on top of the line luxury cars that cost 4 times what we paid. Heated and chilled cupholders? Move over BMW. Traction control and anti-rollover system? Move over Infinity. 32 mpg? Move over Detroit. Heated seats, remote start, auto climate control, the list goes on and on. We did blow a head gasket (twice) at 100,000 and 150,000 miles. The second time they replaced the engine AND intake system and even covered the cost of a rental car for two weeks. Alas it is to the point that we no longer need to be a 3 car family. It's unfortunate because it will cost 3 times more to replace it than I will get for it. We have owned 4 Dodge/Chrysler vehicles and have put new transmissions in two of them (minivans). The other had front end problems and kept wearing out ball joints. We took a chance on the 2009 ONLY because of the powertrain warranty and it proved to be a wise decision.
I had bought a brand new 2000 Dodge Avenger. Mine always served me well accept I did notice it did feel weak for a V6. It felt more like a 4 cylinder with the time it took to accelerate. I finally got rid of it in 2008 or so because I needed to replace the exhaust system and it was going to cost a lot because at the time the car was discontinued so the parts were expensive. But I got 8 good years out of it where I didn't have to do much besides oil changes, occasional break jobs, and new tires. The only other annoying thing I remember about it was that the windows went right up into the car. It was not the kind of car that had a frame around the window, it was done like the windows on a convertible. If you put the window all the way up while the door was open and then tried to shut it the window wouldn't close to the rubber seal, it left a space. You had to make sure to always close the windows while the door was closed to make sure it set right in the rubber seal and didn't come up too much.
The Avenger was a decent car that should have stayed around for a couple more years and then depleted before the Dart came out as to not infringe on Dart sales. Nice video and good info. 🇺🇸👍🏻👍🏻
Just need to know about "Zombie Car" sales, I find that topic interesting. I would also like to know about any "incentives" or "great deals" that were apart of final sales of the ending lineup. Economics of cars and trucks don't add up like they should.
Just have to jump in here. Original owner of '97 Avenger Coupe. On second lifetime after sitting 7 years. Just clocked in at 203,000 yesterday. Love this car! She doesn't know she isn't a pickup so let's just keep that secret as she hauls everything imaginable for ranch.
I love the fact it had poor sales in Europe as I own one in the UK and virtually nobody knows what It is. So it gets a lot of attention when im in a car park. Last time I looked, there was only 400 or so on the road in the UK. So its pretty rare to pass another one.
Bought it on 2009, still driving it and love it. Yeah, it definitely has some issues but overall great car. Also its a plus that there are just so few of them here in europe, so it can be head-turner :D
I've got a 2013 sxt. As far as the looks go, its pretty sweet looking. I've had quite a few comments about how it looks like a charger, only smaller. My biggest issues seem to be that even though the video stated the handling was awesome, mine handles like crap, specially in winter months. I had an issue with the rear suspension bouncing, and the back end swaying back and forth when hitting even the smallest bumps in the road. naturally, i changed the rear struts thinking that would fix the problem, but still have the same issues where i can feel every single bump in the road, and it seems to toss the rear end around, almost causing a "fishtail" like effect. if i had to rate the car (being ive owned it for almost 4 years now), Id give the looks and style an 8.5 out of 10....its a really sharp looking car, but as for the handling and control, i'd only give it about a 4 out of 10. Being i live in ohio and the winters can get pretty sloppy, i was told by the salesman that it would be perfect for winter driving, which it is not. It handles horrible in winter driving.
I live in Indiana and own the same car. I know this comment is years old, but I can agree with it's terrible handling in the winter lol. I haven't had any bad experiences up until now. The very first time it snowed this year I hit a patch of ice on a roundabout and nearly totalled it, all from hitting a curb at 15mph
I’m sure when they realize the Dart sucks they’re gonna either make another Avenger, or they’re gonna make an “Avenger” under a different name with the newer dodge styling (Full back break light, Halo headlights, etc)
I bought a Dodge Avenger 2008 2.4l 4 cylinder for $450 as a project car. My major is auto tech. Interior is mint, motor is perfect but the major problem is the subframe, shifter is stuck(I gotta pull the shifter cable to get it out of park but I’m fixing it). Car is
Our 2013 Avenger SXT is a great car traveling. We get an average of 36mpg. Only down fall is the non adjustable rear settings for the wheels. This will be the 3rd set of tires because the back inner tires are worn out.
The Dodge Avenger might've been a great car if they put function over form. One of my roomates has one, and I constantly have to mess with the wiring due to things constantly being rattled loose from their pizza delivery job. it's also one of the 2008 stock with a ton of problems that we can't afford to fix, which is why they got stuck with this car to begin with. The problems are thus. HUGE blind spots, causing a number of close calls on the road with pedestrians and smaller vehicles. Brake light sometimes comes on during acceleration and stays lit until the car is turned off. Cruise control only sometimes works and may disengage without warning. Radio pops and buzzes randomly, if sound is heard at all. I've been too lazy to remove the 5 plastic panels needed to access the wiring so I can make sure they're properly connected. Basically would have to pull out the entire center console to get in there. Passenger door window does not work, stuck in such a position that it whistles loudly on the highway. In fact, the only thing that works on the passenger door is the handle. Driver door must be slammed shut to latch, otherwise it might fly open during driving. Check engine light will turn on for a few minutes before turning off again at random intervals. And finally, the worst thing about this car: The engine has stalled with full electric power loss at least 3 times while on the road, before coming back on and resuming as if nothing happened. Should be noted that the driver put it in neutral and was frantically turning the key until power was restored, since each time was in the middle of traffic, once with someone kissing their bumper and pushing them down the road during the entire incident, making pulling over impossible. How this thing passed inspection, I will never know.
a better car like what? A new GM or Ford with direct gunk your engine injection or maybe a Honda with small and strangled turbo engines that suffer fuel dilution and stinky cabins?
Fuck it's just a car lol. Owned a camry xle v6, now I own a 2012 avenger. It drives, like any other car. Enless your ass likes bitchin, I don't see any issues with the car.
@@missourislave7963 wait for the electrical issues to start popping up. 😂 better start studying how to find the weirdest issues that make your car literally not run, including the red dot of death(the security system can spaz and shut your car down). The Avenger is garbage. Mechanics will tell you not to buy American made because they are garbage engineering.
You should do a video on the Dodge “Attitude” and “Vision” as well as the Ram 700. I was recently on vacation in Mexico and when I saw those cars I got super freaked out cause they’re dodge but I had never heard of them. Would be cool to get a more in-depth look at them from your perspective!
The first Avenger was based on stretched 2nd generation eclipse platform, there was also a 2nd generation Avenger based on stretched 3rd generation Eclipse. The second generation base model had a 2.4 4g64 i4 engine which has allot of potential.
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I have a 2010 2.4 Avenger, 281,000 miles. Runs great, no leaks, original everything... only changed battery 2x. Take care if your car, it'll last you.
Dorian Almonte awesome!!!! I have a 2009 with 204,000 miles!! Mine runs great too!!!!! Cheers!! 🥂
see that's all it matters is taking care of it, Im at 138,000 now with my 2013, still have same battery since I got it, radiator hose cracked replaced last year, thermostat housing/thermostat replaced twice, and even the gascap, yes they wear out too.
Mines an 08 with 243,000 miles still runs great I use it to travel for work, but I changed the battery, alternator, starter, and rotors since i got a lot of miles, no reason for them to be changed but I figured if I keep those items new the car should last longer and indeed it has
I've got a 2010 sxt with 215xxx miles
Dorian Almonte I have 2012 sxt plus with 175,000 and still runs awesome
Charger: Big brother
Avenger: Little brother
Dart: Baby sister
Torpedo Hairline what about the challenger
ITZ_ICY_GAMING The dad that got 30 years in prison for being a career criminal
What about the neon???
Galil Alexandro Lil cuz haha
@@galilalexandro4793 and the Stratus
I have a 2008 avenger. I've had it for almost 6 yrs and it has over 200,000 miles. I can honestly say that aside from a couple alternator issues, mechanically this car has been extremely reliable. The high mileage is mainly due to my 1hr both ways commute. Knock on wood, but my car is still going strong today.
How’s it going
I’m so glad to hear this, as a new owner of a ‘13 shadow avenger climbing 118, I’m confident my guy will carry me onwards 😮💨
What have you done to maintain the car? Frequent oil changes? Replace the air filter every so often?
@@MG-lz5nw Always change the oil when it should be changed. Always change the air filter when it should be changed. Change the air filter INSIDE the car, too. Make sure there isn't anything clogging up the air vents outside of the car. Lots of tree leaves and nuts can fall on them. They are right there at the bottom of the windshield. Flush radiator. If AC/Heat is not working properly, you might need a new blend door actuator. There are three of them. Look up videos for that. There are tons of videos on youtube about the Dodge Avenger for practically everything. Also, if you are looking for parts, websites like RockAuto might help?
"Knock" on rods
Have 2011 Dodge Avenger 3.6 Lux, got it in 2012 @ 17K miles. Took care of the car like a baby and today 4/23 clocked in 180,000 miles and running strong!
I just bought one in 2020 lmao and I’m loving it so far
Be careful. Mine is a 2013 got it when it was new and currently has 56,000 miles and this year I had to replace the battery (and you have to take off the drivers side wheel. It’s a pain), a new alternator, a new throttle body, new air filter, new brake pads and now I have to get a new air intake sensor which is the least amount of money I’ve had to spend this year on it.
Zero miles?
@@SkittlezIs4Rizzlez sounds about right lmao i had to do the same on mine
bought one last year too. be careful bro. i’ve had to replace the tipm TWICE. first the car was shutting off randomly and the horns would go off for no reason. now the wipers are going berserk
@@SkittlezIs4Rizzlez those are all things you should be replacing around that mileage lol
How they chose the Dart over the Avenger I will never understand. My '14 is around 80k miles and I'm trying to decide whether to sell it before 100k or keep it longer term. I've been leaning towards keeping it longer term and your video has me leaning even more in that direction :)
It was sacrificed towards use of Alfa's platform, on which Dart was based. Few years earlier, the Fiat management also cut-out the Caliber and Nitro / Liberty.
I have a 2012 avenger sxt with over 160,000 miles on it. It has been a real reliable and good car.
I love my Dodge Avenger 2013. Still going strong with it and runs great. I don't think of ever selling it soon probably after another few more years
I have a 2013, 110,000 miles, and Inlove it... I'm constantly getting offers to buy it from me, but NOPE..!
khianthex is it a reliable car? I’m thinking of buying one? A used one
@@ljack5519 in the 6 years I've had it, I've replaced the brakes once, and all 4 tires twice (I live in Detroit where the winters are bad)... That's it... Still runs great, still looks great, still sounds great... Regular maintenance (Oil changes, tune ups, etc) keeps it like that... So yes, for me, it has and is very reliable...
my son has a RT Avenger and he's got around 365,000 Km on it. still runs awesome.just normal maintenance.
I just bought a 2011 Dodge Avenger and I saw this video and was worried but after watching I still love my car so thank you for renewing my faith in my car haha
@Kris Orendorff why
My dad has a 2011 Dodge Avenger with 210,000 miles and still running strong. No issues.
Damn last year I bought my 2012 at 59k miles
I got 2011 with 100k miles still love it
would y’all recommend me buying a 2014 avenger with 155k miles as my first car???
2011 with 170,000 miles, still running strong.
@@TCS938 mileage is too high
IM LITERALLY ONE OF THE 4 PEOPLE THAT BOUGHT ONE IN 2018
Me too
@@latishaboyd4358 yep im the 3rd then
Me too
Hey i bought one in 2018 as well 😂
We also bought one last year lol
Dam this car had potential if wasn’t discontinued
It's a good looking car. It's one of my choices for buying my first car
The Dart and 200 were discontinued a couple years after. The irony, they discontinue the better looking compact and fail to sell the worse looking compacts, killing off all of Chrysler’s compacts. Now they got the Fiat 500, which we don’t talk about..
The Dart and 200 were discontinued a couple years after. The irony, The irony.
It’s like a cheap charger it’s nice
DeathAero go for it, it was my first car
The 2014 dodge avenger was my first car. It was great, really liked it. Sad they discontinued it.
Every single light in my 2013 goes off at random times and I’m waiting for the air bag to just one day blow up in my face.
Lmfao
First Gen Avenger looked great in my opinion
Yup. Still looks sleek and modern.
Wish they’d go back to that styling
@Ike N The front end has a bit of a Dodge Viper look to it
It made me think NASCAR. Mine leaked oil something fierce though.
Yeah I had a 96 es black with a cold air intake! Loved it
Right now on the used market there's a few important things to note. A top end Avenger will run you about the same cost as an early V6 Charger. Basically you can choose between the top end Baby Charger or the low end real Charger. I skipped both and went with a 300C instead, which is basically a Charger RT with comfier seats, but for $2-4K less and lower insurance cost.
So glad I got to snatch one. 2014 Dodge Avenger SE (first owned), absolutely love this vehicle.
Ricky Carr how much you pay?
Do a Chrysler Sebring vid bro a car so hated .. like the channel very much
The late Sebring was on the same platform as the Avenger.
I honestly love my 2005 Sebring convertible! I reluctantly acquired it through a death where it sat 5 years. Upon deciding it had more sentimental value than let it go to the shredder, I agreed to take it. It’s been more than loyal than my 84 6.2L diesel powered Chevy... and I’m die hard Chevy guy, and LOVE my truck more than I love my wife who’s effing hot, and cooks, and cleans, and knows her way around her 71 chevelle matching numbers 454 ss better than me!😭
RIP me
Same here bought a white 2010 2.7 with 80,000 miles it died with 145,000 because a mechanic did put the timing chain back on properly.. 2 weeks later I came up on a silver 2008 3.5 Sebring with 30,000 & I love them both..
Michael Scott loved his Sebring!
They just renamed it the Chrysler 200
Finally, been waiting for this video
“Finally, been waiting for this video”
“Finally, been waiting for this video”
Bleach and avengers go together like peas and carrots.
As usual, a very thorough and interesting review. It's a shame they let this car go for the Dart, because this could have served as the platform for the pony car competitor to the mustang/camaro. Imagine this with beefed up suspension and turbocharged V6, or even a 5.7 hemi? Then slap a "Cuda" badge on it with some retro styling and it would have sold like crazy.
I have not been a fan of my 2009 Avenger which I've had for about 4 years. I've had problems with the A/C, battery, electrical systems, anti-lock brakes, window regulator, and the engine housing. Not to mention the blindspots are pretty big.
Ashley, you are right about the blindspots on the Avengers due to the narrow back windows. However I've driven tons of American cars with bad blind spots so it's really not anything new. Blind spots became less severe in most cars from the 80s and 90s but they were pretty bad in cars from the 60s and 70s in which Dodge just happened to continue.
i have a redline red 2014 dodge avenger sxt+ 3.6 witht the rallye package. love it !
I have the red line r/t with a blacktop package added. It's a beautiful thing for the snow up in Canada.
@@kynsilok I have 2.4l 2014 how's your fuel economy? My has smaller engine I don't get best mpg
Considering how quick they cut the dart, they def should have kept the Avenger and atleast reintroduce it soon since they only have 3 models right now
I always thought these were sharp looking.. they should have put the SRT4 driveline in them, and given them a decent interior, it would have been way better.
I honestly feel like EVERY car has problems or is going to have problems. Take care of the car. Some cars need more taken care of then others.
Wife has a Navy Blue ‘09 Model with 232k only basic maintenance such as oil change, tires ,alternator and gaskets , still running strong till this day 👍🏾💪🏾
I've got a Red '09. 254k miles on it.
The engine and trans are fine. I've had other issues that have happened on it, primarily sensors, and another part, which is well documented, wherein the car check engine light will come on, and the car won't go above 30 MPH.
I know what the issue is. I'm working on it to resolve it. Once I fix that, it's back to road ready. I love that car.
Same issue it turned out to be the catalytic converter just basic maintenance they’re usually estimated to go out around between 150-170k
Really? I didn't even think of the converter. At one point, I was getting that lightning bolt message on the dash. I replaced the throttle body.
I resolved that, but I was getting something else. Took it to Advance to get it scanned, and replaced a sensor. It ran fine for about eight days, and something else happened on the freeway. I barely limped home with it. Got it in the garage. It was misfiring. It was also winter, and I had another vehicle to drive, so it's been in the garage, waiting for better weather.My plugs were fouled, and one smelled of gas, so I replaced that boot, along with all of the plugs. No more misfire, but I get a blinking check engine, when I go above about 2.5k RPM. I'm thinking the sensor I replaced failed. Not sure. I'm going to buy my own scanner, and take it from there.
Yeap or Coils and spark plugs , ours just happen to be the converter but we did encounter that same issue but was just coils
The Dodge Avenger was the better car.
The 3.6 V6 is a beast of a car. I have a '13 with the V6 and like how it's technically faster than the same year VW GTI.
Better than walking maybe.
@@sagew7377
Better than the Dart i think. It has style, where's the dart looks like a fat jellybean.
@@buddy8225 I'd disagree. The front of the Avenger especially looks like a car from 2005, not 2015. The entire car was dated from the start, at least the Dart looked a touch more modern.
Sage Wysocki fake news
I have a 2013 3.6 liter Flex Fuel Avenger. Yup, it's got the little "Flex Fuel" badge and everything, although I've read that ALL the V6 Avengers could take E85, which is weird. I've never seen another one on the road, and from my research, I don't think there were many made. I bought it slightly used in 2015 from a dealer who got it as a trade-in, and it's easily the best car I've ever had. All I've had to do besides brakes, tires, etc., is replace the thermostat. I recently upgraded the low-end radio/CD player to a really nice 7" LCD model, and even with the original speakers, it sounds amazing. I can't recommend this car highly enough.
Can you do one on the Plymouth brand in general
My 2010 Avenger RT with the 2.4 L motor has 222K+ miles on it and is still going strong. I did have to replace the throttle body and thermostat a few years back but otherwise there have been no major mechanical issues or repairs needed, and I now clean the throttle body about every six months and haven’t had any more problems. I also change the oil and do all other basic maintenance, myself. I’m currently working out of state and drove it 1300 miles to get here, and will drive it the 1300 miles back. I had a 2000 Dakota that was an absolute nightmare and ended up being sold basically for scrap after 10 years or so. But this Avenger has been the most dependable vehicle I’ve ever owned. Crazy how Dodge made both the best and worst vehicles I’ve owned. Changing the battery DOES SUCK. But otherwise I’ve loved it.
Make a vid on the Dodge Intrepid
Dodge Intrepid could of been a dope car to keep. Too many front end issues on my old 97 3.5v6. super quick but true I want to know why it was canceled lol
The worst dodge ever
Transmission problems. The car was to heavy to pull itself.
Bad transmission and air compressors plagued these cars. They looked good and were very roomy but had lots of issues
My mom has one and the transmission is going fast.
Still own oneeee😁😁😁 I love this car and it really got me a lot of females to can’t lie🤷🏿♂️
Bro the back seat of my 2012 avenger has become a love nest ,with different girls.
wickedawg5 ayeee lmfaooo that car was a chick magnet dodge really fucked up. And the back seats are spacious made for the best💪🏾😂
Fat girls 😁
@@b-trucker7717 lol they need love too
@@wickedawg5 😂yea you rite
I bought my avenger in 2013 and love it. I test drove the dart and hated it. I get sick in smaller cars and the avenger was a perfect size not to small and not to big. So sad they let it go.
I bought a 2011 brand new. It was my first new car purchase. Lux trim with the pentasutar engine. LOVED that car. Wicked quick. Crazy good on gas too. Wish I still had it.
I'm about to pick up a 2014 Avenger with 78k miles for about $10k. I've always liked how they look. This video gave me a lot to look out for. Thanks for the info and the history! It's pretty cool to own a vehicle that would be considered to be a "zombie car".
One big problems was that most dealers only got base models. At least in my area
Here too. Dealers had base models and SXTs for miles, but very few actually carried the R/Ts and I've only seen 1 R/T AWD. It was a demo.
Will you be doing a video on why the 2015-2017 Chrysler 200 failed?
Yes definitely on my list for upcoming videos!
What doesn't Chrysler fail at
@@AA-bs3iy for some reason...minivans..
@@jonathantyree8172 caravans are endless money pits im sure the new pacifica wont be any different
I've rented several Caravans, even a few 2019 models with around 3000 miles. They seem alright except for the transmission. Thing doesn't downshift until you're almost flooring it, not a smooth transition at all.
I have a 2014 Avenger and love it. Only complaint I have about it is the fuel mileage isn't as good as its competitors. Still a great and fun car, I'd buy it again.
The 2008 Dodge Avenger. The car for people who have pretty much had it with cars.
That's what I have! I have a Dodge avenger sxt 2008 fwd 4 cylinder. It only has 45k miles tho
Same bro love my 2008 da
I hate mine. 08 RT 3.5L and it is junk. So many better and cheaper options on the road.
my 08 r/t still running strong as hell today but only 115k miles, original owner
@Kris Orendorff Damn my 2012 is hitting near 100k miles (it's at about 89k). Would trade it in, but I'm trying to get a house, so I gotta avoid car debt right now.
These cars were used as cop cars in Mexico City till 2014, and there are some that are still in service
I have a 2012 Avenger SXT Plus and I love it. Good power, decent reliability, overall good handling. Keeping it for a while!
Even though it's super ugly in and out?
Damn this is the second time I unintentionally bought a zombie car. My first one was the Pontiac G6. That car was dope but expensive as hell to repair.
I have a 2012 R/T and the car is a beast. Looks great, runs great.
With the 3.6L or the 2.4L??
@@lego4virgo 3.6
I got a 2006 Dodge Magnum got it for a really good price I think with some work it will be a Keeper!! I enjoytooling around in it. I'm missing a lot of trim, decals and nice paint job. But I'm positive and this will be a good looking car again
I have a 2010 dodge avenger rt really like it runs great
Me 2. But do you have problems with the regulators ?
@@Candy-yt9ss hi no I dont have any problems with my car so far
Wife and I were fortunate enough to be able to purchase one of these 2014 models. Se model, that still gets good mileage and plenty of gittyup for a 4 banger. Love my maroon sweetheart. Cheap repairs, easily findable spare parts, if you know where to look, and gets plenty of looks, because of the "mean" look. My son wants the car when we purchase our next family car, and wants to turn it into a drift racer lol.
FCB Fire Chief Bill niiice :) Thank you for commenting. I’m currently looking at a 2013 model with 131k miles. They want $5,000 which is a little sketchy to me.
The Chill Zone was also on the Caliber as well
Didn’t know that, first time I heard about it was researching the Avenger. Definitely a nice feature
The heated and cooled cup holders where only available on the 1st two years 2008 and 2009 only on the R/T as an option
@@Blackout_1692 Not true buddy. My 08 Dodge Avenger SXT has the heated and cooled cup holders. Great for long trips which is what I mostly use my car for.
Loved this article. Very informative. Own a 2013 SE. Only 79K mi to date. Travel a lot. This car has been amazing. The 2.4 has power, acceleration and great economy. Never leaks or uses oil or tranny fluid. It is very comfortable. Smooth ride and handles great. Lots of room inside. Love it. Thanks for the history lesson.
I brought the last model v6 at 18k brand new it was a great deal still have it and use it till this day! Very happy with it and satisfied.. great video
I bought the black on black one in aug 2017, it’s still running fine
I bought a wrecked 2012 one with 140k miles for $600 then fixed it for 500 and sold it for 4200 and it ran and shifted good
Always like the look ,more so in 2012 . The 4cyl is a good engine,2.7 is trash . Other v6 ok. If i could get a good price on one i would grab it .
I had a 2010 sxt. Put 180k on it and it still ran very well. Didn't even know that the transmission was leaking. Mechanic said he couldnt believe it was still running. Bulletproof car honestly. Miss driving it sometimes.
lol true story....the sales men at the Kia dealership i worked at said this when i told them the Avenger was being discontinued..."oh man no! Thats our best selling car!" LOLOLOLOLOL and it was true we sold 6-8 avengers a month used ones of course.
U know its not fun to mane fun of kia anymore, speacillay because they have and keep inproving. They have many different models that sell very well worlwide. Something that dodge never did with their economy cars. Oh m one more thing. Ill take a kia stinger any day rather than any challenger or charger that arent hellcats or demons.
@@AlejandroGonzalez-ks5ln if they were selling a dodge at Kia that means dodge owners were trading them in and buying something else.
I bought a 2012 Dodge Avenger last November. I’ve had it for a year and the transmission died on me yesterday on my way to work🙁
Talk about the dodge stealth/3000gt
This was good info. I purchased my Avenger in 2013. Then I herd about the cancelation. Ive enjoyed my Avenger an we are still rolling!!
No major flaws section. That's what I came for.
I just purchased a 2014 Avenger so far so good 🙏 Thanks for the video
@Kris Orendorff Im already having issues 😤😤😤
I have the Dodge Avenger 2011 SXT 6 cylinder and it work pretty great
News flash, Dodge makes sub-par vehicles.
My 08 RT AWD Avenger is not long for this world. It has served me for years.
I live in the north ,the winter is not kind to my wonderful car.
Heartbreaking, but I simply dont have the funds to make the repairs
Im currently on my second Avenger, the first was a '11 V6 heat model and the current is a 2012 R/T. I absolutely love this car (Hence why I bought it again after the first one got totaled). Being a car enthusiast I was already aware of it's "reputation" before getting one but that bias went right out the window after I test drove it for the first time. The V6 model was soooo underrated, I wasnt expecting to like it as much as I did and I think my favorite aspect of the car itself (aside from the sound system in the R/T) is and will always be the Penastar engine! Ive never been too crazy about the transmission but that V6 is plenty powerful (torque steer is a bitch) and the engine note is savory. Long story short, the V6 model is truly a bang for the buck. My R/T model was purchased used at 50k models for only 10,500 dollars certified pre-owned and it offered all of the features I actually cared for. Definitely worth checking out if you want a cheap, fairly reliable car thats fun to drive. In 2.5 years Ive gone from 50k miles to 131k miles with only one hiccup (heat started blowing out cold air at 120k miles but was fixed)
I always wondered why they didnt offer a manual transmission w the V6. Would of been a fun little car.
@@snapyo1472 I agree! It wouldve been a nice competitor to the manual Accord
@@Delvin_nivled yeah! That's what I think this car competes against. A V6 accord or Camry. The avenger with the pentastar is badass! I bought one for $5k with only 124k miles for my turo fleet, 2013. I LOVE driving that car!! It has an exhaust leak and sounds sooo good lmao 😂😂 I owned a 2013 dodge charger rt and damn I love the avenger just as much!
We have a 2009 Avenger, SXT 4 cylinder. Purchased new. The car has just about every option available on top of the line luxury cars that cost 4 times what we paid. Heated and chilled cupholders? Move over BMW. Traction control and anti-rollover system? Move over Infinity. 32 mpg? Move over Detroit. Heated seats, remote start, auto climate control, the list goes on and on.
We did blow a head gasket (twice) at 100,000 and 150,000 miles. The second time they replaced the engine AND intake system and even covered the cost of a rental car for two weeks.
Alas it is to the point that we no longer need to be a 3 car family. It's unfortunate because it will cost 3 times more to replace it than I will get for it.
We have owned 4 Dodge/Chrysler vehicles and have put new transmissions in two of them (minivans). The other had front end problems and kept wearing out ball joints. We took a chance on the 2009 ONLY because of the powertrain warranty and it proved to be a wise decision.
I had bought a brand new 2000 Dodge Avenger. Mine always served me well accept I did notice it did feel weak for a V6. It felt more like a 4 cylinder with the time it took to accelerate. I finally got rid of it in 2008 or so because I needed to replace the exhaust system and it was going to cost a lot because at the time the car was discontinued so the parts were expensive. But I got 8 good years out of it where I didn't have to do much besides oil changes, occasional break jobs, and new tires. The only other annoying thing I remember about it was that the windows went right up into the car. It was not the kind of car that had a frame around the window, it was done like the windows on a convertible. If you put the window all the way up while the door was open and then tried to shut it the window wouldn't close to the rubber seal, it left a space. You had to make sure to always close the windows while the door was closed to make sure it set right in the rubber seal and didn't come up too much.
I have a 2011 with 165.000 miles. It’s had some hiccups over the years. Nothing major. I love my car but it might be time to upgrade
Mazda 6 is such a underrated car.
Imports suck
@@rogerfreeman6767 and what car do you own?
Exactly....no answer
@@nickr3441 Corvette, Dodge charger
I own a 2008 avenger RT it is an excellent highway cruiser
The Avenger was a decent car that should have stayed around for a couple more years and then depleted before the Dart came out as to not infringe on Dart sales. Nice video and good info. 🇺🇸👍🏻👍🏻
Interesting vid. My grandpa bought an Avenger brand new in ‘08, now he has 280,000 miles on it. It’s an R/T with a spoiler delete.
Goddamn, a chill zone? AND heated and cooled cup holders!? Holy shit
Just need to know about "Zombie Car" sales, I find that topic interesting. I would also like to know about any "incentives" or "great deals" that were apart of final sales of the ending lineup. Economics of cars and trucks don't add up like they should.
They look pretty sharp I think especially if it’s all blacked out. It’s a nice lil work car
First. K's garage man. Just wanna let you know i still keep up with you man!!!!
Thanks man! Knew your name instantly from IG haha
@@MarspeedCars np man! Lol. And i figured you would but had to let you know man. I'm an OG subscriber. I ain't going anywhere! Haha
Just have to jump in here. Original owner of '97 Avenger Coupe. On second lifetime after sitting 7 years. Just clocked in at 203,000 yesterday. Love this car! She doesn't know she isn't a pickup so let's just keep that secret as she hauls everything imaginable for ranch.
I love the fact it had poor sales in Europe as I own one in the UK and virtually nobody knows what It is. So it gets a lot of attention when im in a car park. Last time I looked, there was only 400 or so on the road in the UK. So its pretty rare to pass another one.
Bought mine in 2019. Literally Avery stereotypical thing that goes wrong did. Replaced 2 door actuators, heater core, battery twice
whoever is designing at dodge is clearly stuck in the early '00s.
We like old school!
Not really , Dodge make decent looking trimmed cars
Maybe when it comes to the Dart.
Bought it on 2009, still driving it and love it. Yeah, it definitely has some issues but overall great car. Also its a plus that there are just so few of them here in europe, so it can be head-turner :D
I've got a 2013 sxt. As far as the looks go, its pretty sweet looking. I've had quite a few comments about how it looks like a charger, only smaller. My biggest issues seem to be that even though the video stated the handling was awesome, mine handles like crap, specially in winter months. I had an issue with the rear suspension bouncing, and the back end swaying back and forth when hitting even the smallest bumps in the road. naturally, i changed the rear struts thinking that would fix the problem, but still have the same issues where i can feel every single bump in the road, and it seems to toss the rear end around, almost causing a "fishtail" like effect. if i had to rate the car (being ive owned it for almost 4 years now), Id give the looks and style an 8.5 out of 10....its a really sharp looking car, but as for the handling and control, i'd only give it about a 4 out of 10. Being i live in ohio and the winters can get pretty sloppy, i was told by the salesman that it would be perfect for winter driving, which it is not. It handles horrible in winter driving.
I live in Indiana and own the same car. I know this comment is years old, but I can agree with it's terrible handling in the winter lol. I haven't had any bad experiences up until now. The very first time it snowed this year I hit a patch of ice on a roundabout and nearly totalled it, all from hitting a curb at 15mph
Very informative. Answers some questions j had about my 2013 SE. Thank you
Great video bro👍👍 and big up for making this video.
I have a 2008 Avenger and I love it 139,000 miles runs beautifully.
I bought an avenger 2014 model in 2017. It still runs well with now over 150,000 miles.
Father: Challenger
Mother: Charger
Son: Avenger
Daughter: Dart
Late models many have heater cores going out, few thousand to fix and still keep happening.
I have a 2010 Dodge Avenger 222,351 mile and still going
shinminamotto HAVE YOU HAD ANY MAJOR MECHANICAL PROBLEMS? I’m thinking of buying one it has 43,000 miles on it 2014
Had to replace my radiator hose and a battery and brakes but I don’t have any major problems
I’m sure when they realize the Dart sucks they’re gonna either make another Avenger, or they’re gonna make an “Avenger” under a different name with the newer dodge styling (Full back break light, Halo headlights, etc)
I bought a Dodge Avenger 2008 2.4l 4 cylinder for $450 as a project car. My major is auto tech. Interior is mint, motor is perfect but the major problem is the subframe, shifter is stuck(I gotta pull the shifter cable to get it out of park but I’m fixing it). Car is
I got a 2013 2.4 liter it actually drives really good and for a 4 liter has pretty good acceleration
Our 2013 Avenger SXT is a great car traveling. We get an average of 36mpg. Only down fall is the non adjustable rear settings for the wheels. This will be the 3rd set of tires because the back inner tires are worn out.
Do a dodge Journey video😍
The Dodge Avenger might've been a great car if they put function over form. One of my roomates has one, and I constantly have to mess with the wiring due to things constantly being rattled loose from their pizza delivery job. it's also one of the 2008 stock with a ton of problems that we can't afford to fix, which is why they got stuck with this car to begin with. The problems are thus.
HUGE blind spots, causing a number of close calls on the road with pedestrians and smaller vehicles.
Brake light sometimes comes on during acceleration and stays lit until the car is turned off.
Cruise control only sometimes works and may disengage without warning.
Radio pops and buzzes randomly, if sound is heard at all. I've been too lazy to remove the 5 plastic panels needed to access the wiring so I can make sure they're properly connected. Basically would have to pull out the entire center console to get in there.
Passenger door window does not work, stuck in such a position that it whistles loudly on the highway.
In fact, the only thing that works on the passenger door is the handle.
Driver door must be slammed shut to latch, otherwise it might fly open during driving.
Check engine light will turn on for a few minutes before turning off again at random intervals.
And finally, the worst thing about this car:
The engine has stalled with full electric power loss at least 3 times while on the road, before coming back on and resuming as if nothing happened. Should be noted that the driver put it in neutral and was frantically turning the key until power was restored, since each time was in the middle of traffic, once with someone kissing their bumper and pushing them down the road during the entire incident, making pulling over impossible.
How this thing passed inspection, I will never know.
I had a 1999 Avenger. I loved it. I just wished it wasn't so underpowered.
I had a 2008 SE and I loved that car. It's too bad this line was cancelled.
You know why it's called an "avenger"?
So that way you can "avenge" your suffering of bad engineering by buying a better car
a better car like what? A new GM or Ford with direct gunk your engine injection or maybe a Honda with small and strangled turbo engines that suffer fuel dilution and stinky cabins?
Demoman is just mad he bought a
CHEAP ASS CHRYSLER!! Sucker!!
A Toyota Camry XSE V6 is hands down better than this piece of shit Dodge. Better overall reliability, quick and more luxurious.
Fuck it's just a car lol. Owned a camry xle v6, now I own a 2012 avenger. It drives, like any other car. Enless your ass likes bitchin, I don't see any issues with the car.
@@missourislave7963 wait for the electrical issues to start popping up. 😂 better start studying how to find the weirdest issues that make your car literally not run, including the red dot of death(the security system can spaz and shut your car down). The Avenger is garbage. Mechanics will tell you not to buy American made because they are garbage engineering.
You should do a video on the Dodge “Attitude” and “Vision” as well as the Ram 700. I was recently on vacation in Mexico and when I saw those cars I got super freaked out cause they’re dodge but I had never heard of them. Would be cool to get a more in-depth look at them from your perspective!
They are FIAT with Dodge brand.
My avenger has had so many problems. But man has it lasted me. Bought at 180k miles now has 230k and still a lot to it.
Had a 96 Mitsubishi 3000 gt in white pearl, tan leather, beautiful car.
Marspeed hope you know that the 2.4l is from the evo X i did an evo intake manifold swap and a turbo kit my avenger out runs RT hemi's
The first Avenger was based on stretched 2nd generation eclipse platform, there was also a 2nd generation Avenger based on stretched 3rd generation Eclipse. The second generation base model had a 2.4 4g64 i4 engine which has allot of potential.