Dodge Magnum LX

Dodge Magnum LX
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The Dodge Magnum LX (2005–2008): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 12 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: LX · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationWikipedia
Dimensions
Length5,022 mm
Width1,882 mm
Height1,471–1,483 mm
Wheelbase3,048 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,745–1,993 kg
Seats and space
Fuel tank68 L
Performance
Torque68 Nm

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia (en, ja, pl). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

1,160 complaints for model years 2005–2008. 47 crashes · 14 fires · 57 injuries · 2 deaths

  • Fuel system 253
  • Transmission and drivetrain 220
  • Engine 212
  • Airbags 210
  • Electrical system 145
  • Steering 64

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 12 versions of the Dodge Magnum LX

United States 7 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 versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2005–2008CMODE2.7 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
2005–2008CMODE · FFS3.5 LPetrol5-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km
2006–2008CMODE3.5 LPetrol5-speed automaticRear-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
2005–2008CMODE3.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
2005–2008CMODE5.7 LPetrol5-speed automaticRear-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km
2005–2008CMODE5.7 LPetrol5-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km
2006–2008CMODE6.1 LPetrol5-speed automaticRear-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km

Canada 5 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2005–2008Sport utility vehicle2.7 LPetrol4-speed automatic11.1–11.2 L/100 km 5-cycle255–258 g/km
2005–2008Sport utility vehicle3.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic11.9 L/100 km 5-cycle274 g/km
2005–2008Sport utility vehicle3.5 LPetrol5-speed automatic12.0–13.3 L/100 km 5-cycle276–306 g/km
2005–2008Sport utility vehicle5.7 LPetrol5-speed automatic12.9–13.2 L/100 km 5-cycle297–304 g/km
2006–2008Sport utility vehicle6.1 LPetrol5-speed automatic15.8 L/100 km 5-cycle363 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.