Dodge Stratus First generation

Dodge Stratus First generation
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The Dodge Stratus First generation (1995–2000): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 14 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: JA · Sold in: European Union, United States, and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length–4,724 mm
Width–1,821 mm
Height–1,331–1,382 mm
Wheelbase–2,743 mm
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)396–453 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,690–2,718 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)

1,960 complaints for model years 1995–2000. 156 crashes · 223 fires · 124 injuries · 3 deaths

  • Engine 748
  • Brakes 168
  • Transmission and drivetrain 141
  • Steering 119
  • Electrical system 72
  • Airbags 70

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 14 versions of the Dodge Stratus First generation

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United States 10 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
2000CLKUP2.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km
1998–2000CLKUP2.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive20–22 MPG (10.7–11.8 L/100 km) EPA251–276 g/km
1999–2000CLKUP · VMODE CLKUP2.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
1998–2000VMODE CLKUP2.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA276–291 g/km
1998–19992.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA205 g/km
1996–1997(FFS), CLKUP2.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive22–23 MPG (10.2–10.7 L/100 km) EPA240–251 g/km
1996–1997(FFS)2.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive26–27 MPG (8.7–9.0 L/100 km) EPA205–212 g/km
1995–1997(FFS), CLKUP2.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
1995–1997(FFS), CLKUP · (FFS), VMODE CLKUP2.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
1996(FFS), VMODE CLKUP2.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km

Canada 4 versions

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

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
1996–1999Mid-size2.4 LPetrol4-speed automatic10.8–11.2 L/100 km 5-cycle248–258 g/km
1995–1999Mid-size2.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic11.3–13.3 L/100 km 5-cycle260–306 g/km
1996–1998Mid-size2.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic10.0–10.4 L/100 km 5-cycle230–239 g/km
1995–1998Mid-size2.0 LPetrol5-speed manual8.7–9.3 L/100 km 5-cycle200–214 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.