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Dodge Stratus I 2.5 (170 Hp)
Overall Rating
Dodge Stratus:
The Dodge Stratus is a mid-size car introduced by Dodge and Chrysler in December 1994, built on the four-door sedan Chrysler JA platform. Immediately recognized for its design and performance, the Stratus, alongside its platform mates, the Plymouth Breeze and Chrysler Cirrus, gained Car and Driver magazine's "Ten Best list" for 1996 and 1997. While initial critical acclaim was high, its ratings eventually declined.
An updated version was introduced for the 2001 model year when the Cirrus was rebranded as the Chrysler Sebring, and a coupe body style was added to the lineup. Production of the Stratus and Sebring models at the Sterling Heights Assembly Plant ceased in early 2006 after 1,308,123 Stratus and Chrysler Sebring sedan and convertible models were built since 2000....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Dodge Stratus (I). With 230 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1370 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.4 s). The top speed reaches 210 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Dodge Stratus I was not tested by Euro NCAP. As a vehicle from the mid-to-late 90s, its safety features and crash performance would be considered dated by modern standards, though it offered basic safety equipment like ABS.
2.5 (170 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers the best acceleration and highway cruising ability within the lineup, providing a smooth and responsive driving experience for its era.
Fuel Economy
As a V6 from the 90s, fuel economy is acceptable but not outstanding, especially in urban driving conditions.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Comfortable and smooth ride quality
- • Spacious interior with good legroom
- • Distinctive 'cab-forward' styling
- • Decent performance from the V6 and 2.4L engines
- • Good value on the used market
Cons:
- • Interior material quality could be better
- • Fuel economy for the V6 can be high
- • Some common reliability issues (e.g., transmission, electrical)
- • Dated safety features by modern standards
- • Limited enthusiast appeal
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dodge |
| Model: | Stratus |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 (170 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1995 |
| End of production: | 2001 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 170 Hp @ 5800 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 68.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 230 Nm @ 4350 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2497 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.25 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 76 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.4:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 210 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.1 kg/Hp, 124.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6 kg/Nm, 167.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1370 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 445 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4725 mm mm |
| Width: | 1822 mm mm |
| Height: | 1330 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2743 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1528 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1528 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/65 R 15 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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