Dodge Avenger Minor Change

2011 Dodge Avenger

Since 2007, Dodge returned the Avenger name in the form of an entry-level 4-door executive medium sedan that competes with the likes of the Chevrolet Malibu, Toyota Camry, Hyundai Sonata, Subaru Legacy, and other cars on this category. With the year 2011 ushered in, the Dodge Avenger received its first minor change and this junior Charger received a new trademark face first seen on the third-generation Durango and the new Charger. The new rear view pays homage to the late Dodge Stratus but it's worth a try for the Avenger minor change.

What's changed is the all-new interior that you want to sink you buttocks into and take advantage of the Avenger's new heights. It might look similar to the Chrysler 200 but the Dodge Avenger minor change is somewhat a sportier version of the Chrysler 200 and its an inevitable feat because the available Uconnect feature allows to you seek directions and listen to the radio. You can also connect mobile devices for communication and entertainment purposes.

What's added is the all-new 3.6L Pentastar V6 DOHC 24V MPI engine that packs 283HP/6400rpm of power output and 260lb-ft/4400rpm of torque output. The Avenger equipped with this new Pentastar V6 engine can achieve 29 miles per gallon highway and it is equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission. For those who can't afford, there's a 2.4L 173 hp I4 engine variant available and this variant can be the most fuel efficient Dodge sedan ever made because it can go for about 30mpg highway.

My Comment:
The Avenger is back with a vengeance with its new minor change, new engine, new interior, same Avenger packaging you'll love. Consider this the sportier side of the Chrysler 200 (formerly Sebring) and car enthusiasts with a sense of judgment are always welcome to try it and judge.



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