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Dodge Intrepid I 3.5 i V6 24V (218 Hp)
Overall Rating
Dodge Intrepid:
The Dodge Intrepid is a full-sized front-wheel drive four-door sedan that was produced by Dodge for the 1993 to 2004 model years. It is related to the Chrysler 300M, Chrysler Concorde, Chrysler LHS, Chrysler New Yorker, and Eagle Vision which were all built on Chrysler's new "cab forward" LH platform.
The Intrepid was sold in Canada as the Chrysler Intrepid. In the United States, it replaced the Dodge Monaco as Dodge's largest passenger car. With Dodge's introduction to Mexico during that time, it was badged as a Dodge, replacing the Dynasty which had been sold there under the Chrysler brand....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Dodge Intrepid (I). With 300 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1492 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. 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 Intrepid I was developed before modern standardized crash tests like Euro NCAP were prevalent. While equipped with basic safety features for its era, its crash performance would likely be considered modest by today's standards.
3.5 i V6 24V (218 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers strong acceleration and respectable highway cruising power for a large sedan of its era, making it the more spirited choice.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is on the higher side, typical for a powerful V6 from the 90s, especially in city driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior with 'cab-forward' design
- • Smooth ride quality, ideal for long-distance cruising
- • Distinctive styling for its era
- • Powerful 3.5L V6 option
Cons:
- • Below-average fuel economy, especially with the 3.5L engine
- • Some common reliability issues, particularly with transmissions and electrical systems
- • Interior materials can feel dated and prone to wear
- • Handling is more comfort-oriented than sporty
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dodge |
| Model: | Intrepid |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 i V6 24V (218 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1992 |
| End of production: | 1998 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 218 Hp @ 5800 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 62 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 300 Nm @ 2800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EGE |
| Engine displacement: | 3518 |
| 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: | 5.2 l |
| Coolant: | 11.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 96 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 81 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.4:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.3 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.8 kg/Hp, 146.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5 kg/Nm, 201.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1492 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 473 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 68 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5124 mm mm |
| Width: | 1890 mm mm |
| Height: | 1429 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2870 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1574 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1574 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 | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/70 R15 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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