2012 Dodge Avenger review
Dodge Avenger highlights
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Mileage (EPA estimate)
19 city, 29 highway, 22 combined
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What is new for the 2012 Dodge Avenger?
- The Avenger is available in a variety of new trims, including the R/T, SE, SXT, and SXT Plus.
- The Express, Lux, and Mainstreet trims have been discontinued for 2012.
- Avenger trims have been upgraded with Rear Spoiler, Flex Fuel Vehicle, and Boston Sound System as standard equipment this year.
- Leatherette & Cloth and Manual Transmission features are now available as options on select trims.
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the Dodge Avenger an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Dodge Avenger 27th out of 46 among Compact Cars.
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SXT 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cruise Control
- Flex Fuel Vehicle
- Front Seat Heaters
- Navigation System
- Power Seat(s)
- Rear Spoiler
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Sunroof(s)
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.4L
Horsepower
173
Torque (ft-lbs)
166
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
16.9
Wheelbase
108.9"
Overall length
192.6"
Width
72.8"
Height
58.4"
Leg room
F 42.4"/R 36.2"
Head room
F 40"/R 38.3"
Front tires
P225/55R17
Rear tires
P225/55R17
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
150/1000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2012 Dodge Avenger FAQ
The 2012 Dodge Avenger is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- SXT: 20 MPG City and 31 MPG Highway
- SE: 21 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
- SXT Plus: 19 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
- R/T: 19 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
The Dodge Avenger received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Dodge Avenger as 26 out of 46 among Compact Car
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The 2012 Dodge Avenger has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2012 Dodge Avenger:
- R/T
- SE
- SXT
- SXT Plus
- Rear Spoiler
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