New 2010 Dodge Avenger

Boasting ample power, above-average fuel economy and distinctive styling at an affordable price, the 2010 Dodge Avenger midsize sedan is filing in nicely for the defunct Dodge Stratus.

Under the hood of the 2010 Dodge Avenger is a 173-horsepower (more than the four-cylinder Chevy Malibu and Hyundai Sonata), 2.4-liter four cylinder motor, which is mated to a four-speed automatic. Also available is a 235-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6, which gets paired with a six-speed manually-shiftable automatic. The Avenger achieves 16-21 mpg in the city and 27-30 mpg on the highway, which are at the back of the fuel-efficient pack, but still very competitive.

The spacious interior is highlighted by an impressive 38.3 inches of rear headroom, which bests the midsize Chevrolet Malibu, Ford Fusion and Nissan Altima sedans. Interior appointments in the base SXT trim (SE has been discontinued) include premium cloth seats for five, premium headliner material, LED ceiling-mounted lights, Sirius Satellite Radio and a CD player. The front passenger seat folds flat for extra cargo room, so you can fit your surfboard or keyboard inside. 

The R/T performance model includes leather seats, a power-adjustable driver’s seat and leather wrappings for the steering wheel and shift knob. Options include a sunroof, beverage cooler above the glove box, heated/cooled cupholders in the center console, a Boston Acoustics stereo upgrade, six-CD changer and a hard-drive based navigation system. The available Uconnect multimedia system with 6.5-inch display screen features phone and portable audio device connectivity, and can act as a Wi-Fi hotspot so you can surf the web on your laptop

Hidden away inside the 2010 Dodge Avenger are dual front, front-side, and two-row head airbags. These team up with the well-engineered chassis and body structure to defeat crash tests as The Avengers defeat super villains. The 2010 Dodge Avenger scored Five-Star ratings in front impact tests, as well as receiving a Top Pick award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Available antilock brakes, traction control and stability control all help the driver keep the vehicle under control.

Good power, good fuel economy, and great features combine to make the 2010 Dodge Avenger a great midsize selection.