Dodge Avenger first generation
The Dodge Avenger first generation (1995–2000): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 9 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: FJ · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,755–4,831 mm |
| Width | – | 1,740–1,755 mm |
| Height | – | 1,295–1,346 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,634 mm |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 340–368 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,577 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
578 complaints for model years 1995–2000. 78 crashes · 10 fires · 61 injuries · 1 death
- Suspension 136
- Brakes 72
- Airbags 43
- Engine 42
- Transmission and drivetrain 42
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 9 versions of the Dodge Avenger first generation
United States 6 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998–2000SOHC · SOHC, CLKUP · SOHC, CMODE CLKUP | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 1995–1999DOHC (FFS) · DOHC | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 g/km |
| 1998–1999DOHC · DOHC, CLKUP | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 1995–1997DOHC (FFS) | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 251–263 g/km |
| 1995–1997SOHC-V6 (FFS) | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 263–276 g/km |
| 1995DOHC (FFS) | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 g/km |
Canada 3 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–1999Compact | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.5–11.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 242–255 g/km |
| 1995–1999Compact | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.1–10.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 232–239 g/km |
| 1995–1999Compact | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.5–11.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 265–269 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.