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1997 Dodge Avenger 2dr Cpe Base

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Dodge Avenger 2dr Cpe Base
Dodge Avenger 2dr Cpe Base
Vehicle Specifications
Base MSRP:
$14,620
Base Invoice:
$13,462
Destination:
$535
Engine/Fuel:
2.5L/152 Gas V6
Transmission:
5 Speed Manual
Door/Body Style:
2 Door Coupe Base
Drive Type:
Front Wheel Drive
MPG (City / Hwy):
22/32

Specifications

Vehicle
EPA Classification : Compact
Engine
Engine Order Code : EEB
Engine Type : Gas V6
Displacement : 2.5L/152
Fuel System : SMPI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM : 163 @ 5500
SAE Net Torque @ RPM : 170 @ 4350
Transmission
Drivetrain : Front Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code : DGB
Trans Type : 4
Trans Description Cont. : Automatic
Trans Description Cont. Again : Electronic
First Gear Ratio (:1) : 2.84
Second Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.57
Third Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.00
Fourth Gear Rato (:1) : 0.69
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) :
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) :
Reverse Ratio (:1) : 2.21
Clutch Size (in) :
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) : 3.91
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1) :
Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) : 21
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) : 30
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) : 430
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) : 90
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) : 7.4
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs) : 2888
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : N/A
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : N/A
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : N/A
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : N/A
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front : Multilink
Suspension Type - Rear : Multilink
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) : Independent
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) : Independent
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) : 25
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) : 25
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) : 0.63
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) :
Brakes
Brake Type : Power
Brake ABS System : 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) : Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) :
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 10.0 x 0.9
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) :
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) : Yes
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) : 9.0 x 1.6
Tires
Front Tire Order Code :
Rear Tire Order Code :
Spare Tire Order Code :
Front Tire Size : P215/50HR17
Rear Tire Size : P215/50HR17
Spare Tire Size : P125/70D15
Wheels
Front Wheel Size (in) : 17 x 6.5
Rear Wheel Size (in) : 17 x 6.5
Spare Wheel Size (in) : 15 x 4.0
Front Wheel Material : Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material : Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material : Steel
Steering
Steering Type : Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall : 14.58
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) : 2.4
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) : 38.0
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) : 40.0
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) : 16.9
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (in) : 103.7
Length, Overall (in) : 190.4
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) : 69.1
Height, Overall (in) : 53.0
Tread Width, Front (in) : 59.5
Tread Width, Rear (in) : 59.3
Min Ground Clearance (in) : 5.4
Liftover Height (in) : 28.4
Cargo Area Dimensions
Trunk Volume (ft³) : 13.1
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity : 5
Passenger Volume (ft³) : 91.1
Front Head Room (in) : 37.6
Front Leg Room (in) : 43.3
Front Shoulder Room (in) : 53.1
Front Hip Room (in) : 55.1
Second Head Room (in) : 36.5
Second Leg Room (in) : 35.0
Second Shoulder Room (in) : 55.1
Second Hip Room (in) : 49.6
Summary
Vehicle Name : Avenger
Body Style : 2 Door Coupe Base

Standard Features

EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS
City 22/hwy 32 (2.0L engine/5-speed manual trans)
City 21/hwy 30 (2.0L engine/4-speed auto trans)
City 20/hwy 27 (2.5L engine/4-speed auto trans)
EXTERIOR
Body-color front/rear fascias
Body-side body-color moldings
Body-color door handles
Aero halogen headlights
Dual manual remote exterior mirrors
Tinted glass
Deluxe windshield wipers w/intermittent wipe
INTERIOR
Cloth front low back reclining bucket seats w/2-way headrests
Rear split folding bench seat
Floor console w/front storage bin w/armrest cover, cup holders, ash receiver, lighter
Tilt steering column
Instrument panel w/150-MPH speedometer, tachometer, odometer w/trip reset/ fuel & temp gauges
Warning lights for oil pressure, battery, washer fluid, check engine,low
Warning chimes for key-in-ignition/exterior lamps
Side window demisters
Rear window defroster w/10-minute delay
Electronic AM/FM stereo radio-inc: seek up/down, (4) speakers
Fixed black rear-mounted antenna
Dual covered visor vanity mirrors
Rear view day/night mirror
Passenger-assist handle
Interior lights for dual front map/courtesy, glove box, ignition w/time delay, rear courtesy & trunk
Remote decklid release
Remote hood/fuel filler door release
MECHANICAL
2.0L (122) DOHC SMPI 16 valve 4 cyl engine
5-speed manual transaxle w/OD
430 CCA maintenance-free battery
Front wheel drive
4-wheel fully independent double wishbone touring suspension w/front stabilizer bar
P195/70HR14 all-season performance SBR BSW tires
P125/70D15 compact spare tire
14" wheel covers
Pwr front disc/rear drum brakes
Pwr speed-sensitive rack & pinion steering
16.9 gallon fuel tank w/tethered fuel cap
Stainless steel exhaust
SAFETY
Passive driver & front passenger airbag restraint system
Color-keyed front 3-point active belts w/adjustable turning loops
Rear outboard active 3-point unibelt w/rear center lapbelt

Options

NO OPTION KIND
FRONT LICENSE PLATE BRACKET STANDARAD
16" WHEEL GROUP -inc: P205/55HR16 all-season performance tires, 16" cast aluminum wheels (REQ: 2_C or 2_V Quick-Order Pkg) $490
SPORT PKG -inc: sport bodyside badging, rear decklid spoiler, leather-wrapped steering wheel, P215/50HR17 BSW tires, 17" cast aluminum wheels (REQ: 2_V Quick-Order Pkg) *NET* $310
4-WHEEL ANTI-LOCK BRAKES (N/A w/2_A Quick-Order Pkg, AGG Sport Pkg) $599
PWR DRIVER SEAT (REQ: 2_C or 2_V Quick-Order Pkg) (N/A w/AGG Sport Pkg) $203
ELECTRONIC AM/FM STEREO RADIO W/COMPACT DISC, CASSETTE -inc: 6-speakers (N/A w/2_A Quick-Order Pkg) $435
SECURITY ALARM -inc: remote keyless entry (REQ: 2_C or 2_V Quick-Order Pkg) (N/A w/AGG Sport Pkg) $287
PWR SUNROOF (N/A w/2_A Quick-Order Pkg) $640
Emission System
STANDARD EMISSIONS STANDARAD
CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK EMISSIONS $170
BORDER STATE EMISSIONS *provides California/ Massachusetts/New York emissions for units shipped to dealers in Federal areas* $170
Engine
2.0L (122) DOHC SMPI 16 VALVE 4 CYL ENGINE (STD) STANDARAD
2.5L (152) SOHC SMPI 24 VALVE V6 ENGINE -inc: rear disc brakes, dual exhaust, upgraded suspension, 16" tires (REQ: 2_V Quick-Order Pkg) $830
Transmission
5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSAXLE W/OD (STD) STANDARAD
4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE W/OD $695
Tires
P195/70HR14 ALL-SEASON TOURING SBR BSW TIRES (STD) STANDARAD
P205/55R16 ALL-SEASON PERFORMANCE SBR BSW TIRES (REQ: AY9 Wheel Group) STANDARAD
P215/50HR17 ALL-SEASON PERFORMANCE SBR BSW TIRES (REQ: AGG Sport Pkg) STANDARAD
Powertrain
POWERTRAIN -inc: 2.0L engine, 5-speed manual trans STANDARAD
POWERTRAIN -inc: 2.0L engine, 4-speed auto trans STANDARAD
POWERTRAIN -inc: 2.5L engine, 4-speed auto trans STANDARAD
Quick-Order Package
QUICK-ORDER PKG -inc: base vehicle STANDARAD
QUICK-ORDER PKG -inc: air cond, front/rear floor mats, elect AM/FM stereo w/cassette, speed control *NET* $1,308
QUICK-ORDER PKG -inc: air cond, front/rear floor mats, elect AM/FM stereo w/cassette, speed control, trunk cargo net, dual exterior pwr mirrors, pwr door locks/windows *NET* $1,844
QUICK-ORDER PKG -inc: air cond, front/rear floor mats, elect AM/FM stereo w/cassette, speed control, trunk cargo net, dual exterior pwr mirrors, pwr door locks/windows, P205/ 55HR16 performance tires, 16" cast aluminum wheels (REQ: EEB Engine, DGB Trans) *NET* $2,177
Seat Type
CLOTH FRONT LOW BACK RECLINING BUCKET SEATS (STD) STANDARAD
Paint Type
SOLID PAINT (STD) STANDARAD
Air Cond Option
AIR CONDITIONING NOT DESIRED STANDARAD
AIR CONDITIONING $788
Owner Follow-up
OWNER FOLLOW-UP SERVICES PROGRAM STANDARAD
Regional Dest Chrg Adj
NATIONAL DESTINATION CHARGE ADJUSTMENT STANDARAD
ALASKA DESTINATION CHARGE ADJUSTMENT $15

Warranty and Incentives

Warranty
CUSTOMER ONE CARE:

Basic:
3 Years/36,000 Miles

Drivetrain:
3 Years/36,000 Miles

Corrosion:
Rust-Through
5 Years/100,000 Miles

Roadside Assistance:
W/24 hour road service:
Roadside Assistance Program (Cross Country Motor Club) - includes - towing, changing a flat tire, jump start, lockout service, fuel delivery.
News - Crash Test Results
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS:

Frontal crash ratings:
Driver: * * * * * Passenger: * * * * *

Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.