2008 Chrysler Sebring Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.23/5 Average
103 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

Joining the Sebring sedan is a convertible model available in soft- and hardtop body styles. The latter is a first for the Sebring and better provides all-season protection for America's best-selling convertible. All Sebrings gain standard satellite radio and an in-dash CD changer.

Pros:
  • Lengthy equipment list, choice of traditional fabric top or four-season-friendly retractable convertible hardtop, impressive hard-drive-based stereo and navigation system.
Cons:
  • Weak and unrefined four-cylinder engine, poor fuel economy with top V6, limited transmission choices, underpowered brakes, poor interior materials, not at all sporty.

User Reviews:

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  • Last Chrysler - 2008 Chrysler Sebring
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    My wife and I are loyal Chrysler buyers until this vehicle came along. The styling is great and I like the convertible factor. Thats where the compliments end. The vehicle is just over 2 years old now and has been in for repairs 12 times! Thats an average of once every 2 months. Issues include, brake lights coming on intermittently, starting getting stuck, front- end/steering noise, stuck door locks, stalling, recalls and interior fit issues. I am currently working with Chrysler assistance to get rid of this vehicle as I feel the front-end problems make it unsafe to drive. Also, it is not worth now what is owed according to KBB. Another nice kick in the head.

  • 2008 Convertible - 2008 Chrysler Sebring
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    I purchased a 2008 Stone White Sebring LX Convertible. Love it! Has the 4 cylinder, and i drove it through the Ozark Mountains here in Missouri with no trouble at all - and that was with the top up, the A/C blasted, two passengers and a trunk full of luggage. It is comfy, cool looking and is a real head turner!!

  • Very Disappointed - 2008 Chrysler Sebring
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    We had numerous issues with the car since Oct. 2008. My husband almost got into an accident because the car stopped on him. The mechanics said a piece flew off something inside and went into the motor. Pick up the car on my way out of town the car stops again and has a really bad burning smell. According to the mechanics not the same problem. Car always seem to want to shut off when you are in stop and go traffic. Driving and heard a noise like a belt or something was about to pop or something was off. Took the car in the mechanics had to change numerous parts. Pick car up from being repaired it shouts off while we are driving it at night. Shuts off steering wheel locks hit sign. Nt reliabl

  • Hardtop convertible - 2008 Chrysler Sebring
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    I have the hardtop convertible, and its so easy to use - whether you drop the top with the button on the dash, or remotely on the keyfob. I love the navigation, and the jukebox style radio - its great to be able to burn all my CDs to the cars hard drive and not have to load CDs all the time. Great USB plug-in. Love the trunk room. It has enough space to hold 2 golf bags with the top down - awesome! Seats are comforable, and front ones are heated - they heat up within 2 minutes! A/C works well. Car handles well, though not as well as some German cars.

  • Work of Art,in progress - 2008 Chrysler Sebring
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    Have had car about 14 months now.Extremely reliable and very fuel efficient.Hard top makes for very quiet convertible.Styling seems to attract scores of people who watch the top go up and down in awe.Ive had a couple of Mercedes guys just fall in love with this car.Trunk opens up to massive area representitive of the late 60s early 70s cars when convertible top is up for space.The 18 inch wheels I have on the vehicle really grips the road and the ride is excellant.The paint,fit and finish is also excellant.This car gives me great pride when I take it anywhere as someone is bound to spark a conversation about the car and or lead into the hard top covertible they had in the fifties.

  • Drippy Roof - 2008 Chrysler Sebring
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    I have read other reviews on the 2008 convertibles, but I did read where anyone was complaining about the water dripping into the car when you put the window down or open the door when it is raining. If it is raining at all you will get a fair amount of water in the car (our on your leg)if you have to get out or open the window for any reason.

  • Wow! - 2008 Chrysler Sebring
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    Wonderful automobile, Great fuel mileage, low maintence. Very quite and fun to drive. What a value! If you drive one youll buy one. averaging 34.2 mpg with 60/40 hwy to city driving. Recently averaged 34.2 mpg on a 360 mile trip at 70+ mph.

  • Biggest waste of money ever. DONT BUY - 2008 Chrysler Sebring
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    I bought my car brand new on Jan 2008. The problems began not even one month later when it started stalling on me. 18 months later and many trips to the dealership(along with recalls) the problem still isnt fixed. Research online about this car and recalls and if you are one of the unlucky ones that have this car, beware- it can stall at any moment causing an accident out of no where. Thankfully mine has only done it while I was either stopped at a light or parked. Also, press brake hard- if it starts to freak out-it will jump forward and possibly rear end someone.

  • Nice ride, terrific value - 2008 Chrysler Sebring
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    My 2001 Sebring Convertible was a terrific car that never had any problems. With all of the incentives out there, I decided to trade it in for an 08 model. Heres some comparisons: - 08 model rides higher, which is nice. - 01 model had a notably bigger cabin - both the front seats and (especially) the rear seats. That said, the 08 is still a comfortable, smooth ride. - The V6 engine in my 01 Sebring had much better accleration. The 08 2.7- liter V6 is adequate, but the difference in power is palpable. - The 08 model has tighter handling and a better turning radius. On balance, the 08 Touring model is a tremendous value. Its a sharp looking, comfortable car with great features.

  • Wonderful Car - 2008 Chrysler Sebring
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    I love my new convertible. It has great get up and go, fully loaded, touch screen nav and radio, drink heat/cool, pleanty of room for my two teenagers in the back seat. Leather is durable for our trips to the beach and my kids clunky backpacks. Im in my mid-thirties and I get loads of compliments. Its wonderful. Great value as well.

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