Overview & Reviews

For 2009, the all-wheel-drive version of the Dodge Avenger R/T has been dropped. The SXT and R/T trims get a few more standard features including a rear spoiler, foglights, antilock brakes and steering-wheel-mounted audio controls. The premium convenience package for the SXT now includes heated exterior mirrors, automatic headlamps, heated cloth seats, a heated and cooled cupholder, remote start, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, automatic temperature control and a garage door opener. In addition, all trim levels have more sound insulation to promote a quieter ride. Later in the model year, the 2.7-liter V6 becomes a fleet-only engine option, while the R/T trim becomes available with the four cylinder engine.

• Smooth and quiet highway ride, solid performance on R/T model, above-average fuel economy, wide selection of in-cabin electronics.

• Weak and noisy four-cylinder engine, limited transmission choices, underpowered brakes, low-grade interior plastics, small trunk.

User Reviews:

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  This Avenger is Great! - 2009 Dodge Avenger
  By Mike W. - September 2 - 6:09 pm

  I bought this 09 Avenger SXT at the end of June. I was trading in an 03 Intrepid that had been great for me but it was time to go new. And I was ready to go back to 4-cyl. The car looked great and handled the test drive much better than what I had read about its performance. No complaints at all two months later. Love the satellite radio! Love the interior room! Love the easy handling! Love the smoothness! Have figured out the blind spot issue - no problem at all.

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  GROSSLY Underrated!! - 2009 Dodge Avenger
  By Bill - August 18 - 11:50 am

  I bought my 2009 sxt (2.7l v^) in November of 2008 and love it to death! Solid construction beautiful design fast performance overall, its great! Just because its not an import is no reason for car & driver and Edmunds to slam it. They rank it low on "fun to drive, " and they either didnt drive one or are stupid! This car is a blast!

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  Avenger Lover - 2009 Dodge Avenger
  By RMU - August 7 - 10:45 am

  I too dont understand the poor ratings from Edmunds. This car is awesome! I call it my mini-Charger! Exterior styling is great, interior styling nice with my SXT (older version as the newer 09 SXT is the earlier 09 SE-a bit confusing)! Excellent sound system, Huge interior and trunk space, a real head turner! Im 6-4" and have more space than I need without compromising space for rear passengers. Cant say enough good things about this car. oh, and 33+ mpg on the highway! Long Live Dodge!

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  LOVE my Avenger!!! No regrets! - 2009 Dodge Avenger
  By JMB*08 - August 4 - 10:39 pm

  I purchased my Avenger 2 months ago after a LONG search. I was a little worried about purchasing a Dodge but... Definitely no regrets! Great price. Avg 24 MPGs, nice smooth ride with lots of power even in my 4cyl engine. I find myself speeding a lot its so smooth. Lots of room in back seat. I have 3 boys ages 13, 15, and 8 and they all fit very comfortably. Big sized trunk...Im routinely carrying 3 baseball bags, 4 folding chairs and 2 handled cooler with extra room left. Comfy front seats, LOVE the Sirus radio. And you cant miss the exterior looks! The Avenger is fierce looking...great style!

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  2009 Avenger - 2009 Dodge Avenger
  By fields - August 2 - 8:35 pm

  We bought this 2009 avenger new it had 103 miles on it. It has a 2.7v-6 SXT. We love the outside, the inside and it rides and drives great. Hope I still like it when it has 103,000. :)

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  Love it - 2009 Dodge Avenger
  By Bobc - July 29 - 2:43 pm

  Not sure why Edmunds slammed this car so bad??? I Love it! I test drove the Malibu and then the Avenger, and liked it better. It is roomer, just as smooth a ride, and had a little more pickup to it. Plus the Malibu still has the Grampa car look to it, but not the Avenger. Awesome sound system!

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  From Mercedes to a Dodge - 2009 Dodge Avenger
  By Vengance - June 11 - 9:47 pm

  I have owned a dozen Mercedes,and still have 2. The one I drove most is a 4.5L V8 SL. I went on a new car shopping weekend, determined for another Mercedes. Some how ended up liking the looks of the Avenger. Took a test drive, actually 3, at 3 different dealers. Fell in LOVE. I dont know if others who wrote reviews bought earlier in the year, but mine was made a month before I bought it. Performance is phenominal! I found my self speeding,ALOT. Coming from a V8 I am impressed. It is a 4cylinder mind you and only 2.4L. Mine has the VVT engine, could be the difference. Interior and trunk space HUGE. Edmunds is wrong on "MY" Avenger. Electronics and kid friendliness AWESOME!Sports car/mini van

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  Trim in the interior - 2009 Dodge Avenger
  By tbarlow - June 4 - 11:39 pm

  I just purchased a 2009 Avenger SXT. Love it except for the chrome/silver trim around and on the gear shifter. During the day, the sun comes in and reflects off the trim and right into the my face. I find I have to place my check book or wallet next to the gear shifter to keep the sun out of my eyes while driving. I also end up driving with my hand on the shifter so the sun wont reflect up.

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  Great Vehicle - Great Mileage - 2009 Dodge Avenger
  By bluemoon - May 25 - 10:35 pm

  I get 29 to 31 mpg on the highway with my RT, with a 35 and 6 speed trans. Power when you need it.

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  Great Car! Fun to Drive - 2009 Dodge Avenger
  By Ancona - February 27 - 10:25 am

  This is my first car so I can be accused of not being experienced, but I will say from what I can tell. The car is great. It rides smoot and quiet. Very comfortable and has plenty of space for passangers and cargo. It could stand to have some buttons moved around like the hands free button on the left side instead of the right. Overall great car. I love it and plan taking good care of it.