Especificaciones y análisis del Dodge Avenger
Power
140HP
Torque
310Nm
Consumption
6.2l/100
Emissions
170g/km
0-100 km/h
10.5s
Top Speed
200km/h
Weight
1560kg
Price
23,280€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 6v
FWD
5 / 4 doors
438 L
64 L
103 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Dodge Avenger SE 2.0 CRD · 140 CV (2007-2008)
General description
The Dodge Avenger burst onto the European asphalt like American thunder. It wasn't just another sedan; it was a statement of intent, a piece of the dream 'muscle car', adapted for daily life. Its arrival in 2007 was a breath of fresh air and testosterone in a segment dominated by conservative designs, promising a different experience from the very first glance.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the Avenger's heart beats with the force of the Volkswagen-sourced 2.0 CRD engine. It's an energetic powertrain, full of torque from low revs, that pushes you decisively and makes you feel its power with every acceleration. Although its sound is rough and noticeable, that very rawness is part of its character. It doesn't seek the finesse of a luxury sedan, but the feeling of control over a robust and capable machine, ideal for devouring miles on the highway with imposing stability.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is its soul. The imposing crosshair grille, the wide, marked shoulders over the rear wheels, and a silhouette that evokes its bigger brother, the Charger, make it a head-turner. It's pure aggression and muscle. Inside, the story is more functional than passionate; the hard plastics and simple design contrast with the exterior's audacity. However, it offers generous space and practical solutions like the 'Chill Zone' refrigerated glove box, a detail that brings a smile to your face.
Technology and features
For its time, the Avenger offered a decent technological package, focused on comfort and safety. It featured elements like stability control, multiple airbags, and variable-assist power steering that provided comfort in the city and firmness on the road. The direct-injection diesel engine with a variable geometry turbo was a proven and efficient piece of engineering, achieving an admirable balance between performance and contained consumption for a car of its size and weight.
Competition
The Avenger faced very established European giants. It competed in the same arena as the Ford Mondeo, the Volkswagen Passat, or the Opel Vectra. While its competitors played the card of finish quality and refinement, the Dodge bet everything on a different card: design, personality, and the exclusivity of driving a car with an unmistakable American flavor. It was the choice of the heart over pure reason.
Conclusion
The Dodge Avenger 2.0 CRD is a car with a fascinating duality. It's a practical family sedan with an efficient diesel heart, but wrapped in the body of a rebellious athlete. It's not perfect, and its interior doesn't charm like its exterior, but its charisma is undeniable. It was and still is an option for those who seek to stand out, for those who value aesthetics and the feeling of power above all else. It's a car that doesn't leave you indifferent, a piece of character in a sea of uniformity.