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Dodge Stratus II 2.0 (132 Hp) Automatic
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)
II Overview:
Dodge Stratus (II). With 174 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1334 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 Stratus II was not tested by Euro NCAP. Safety ratings are primarily available from North American agencies like NHTSA and IIHS, which are not covered by this specific Euro NCAP request.
2.0 (132 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate for city driving and light duties, but struggles with highway merging and overtaking, especially when paired with the automatic transmission.
Fuel Economy
Offers reasonable fuel economy for its size, making it a more economical choice for daily commuting, though not class-leading.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior for its class
- • Smooth and compliant ride quality
- • Affordable on the used car market
- • Available V6 engine offers respectable power
Cons:
- • Known reliability issues with the 2.7L V6 engine (oil sludge)
- • Interior materials feel dated and somewhat cheap
- • Bland exterior styling compared to some rivals
- • Base 2.0L engine is underpowered for the vehicle's size
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 1995 - 2001).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dodge |
| Model: | Stratus |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 (132 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2001 |
| End of production: | 2006 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 132 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 66.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 174 Nm @ 5000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1996 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| 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: | 87.5 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.1 kg/Hp, 99 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.7 kg/Nm, 130.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1334 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 445 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 61 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4724 mm [1mm less] |
| Width: | 1821 mm [1mm less] |
| Height: | 1377 mm [47mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2743 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1529 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1529 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 [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/70 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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