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1997 Dodge Stratus Review Summary & Specs

Base Sedan
High style, low price.

Summary & Specs

reviewed by New Car Test Drive

In keeping with its image, the Dodge Division has made the Stratus a

fun-to-drive car. With a variety of powertrain combinations, the Stratus

provides a wide range of choice for buyers, from the base model to the

sporty AutoStick V6 ES.

At the same time, the Stratus is packed with creature features and has

superior roominess and comfort to make the ride, as well as the drive,

pleasant.

And the Stratus is less expensive than many of its key competitors.

Stir in best-in-class styling, and you've got a recipe that's hard to

beat.

Specs

Vehicle Category Midsize Cars
Editor Michelle Krebs
Model Lineup
Engines (standard) 2.0-liter sohc 16v 4-cyl.
Transmissions (standard) 5-speed manual
Engines (optional) 150-hp 2.4-liter dohc 16v 4 cyl.; 168-hp 2.5-liter sohc 16v V6
Transmissions (optional) 4-speed automatic; 4-speed AutoStick automatic (with V6)
Safety Equipment (standard) Dual airbags
Safety Equipment (optional)
Basic Warranty 3 years/36,000 miles
Assembled In Sterling Heights, MI
Manufacturer Phone 1-800-4A-DODGE
Manufacturer URL www.4adodge.com
Base Price MSRP $15,495

Specs as Tested

Model Tested MSRP ES
Standard Equipment (ES) ABS, air conditioning, AM/FM/cassette audio, heated power mirrors, power windows, power locks, cruise control, map lights, rear defrost, tilt steering, intermittent wipers, aluminum wheels, dual illuminated vanity mirrors
Options as Tested (MSRP) 2.5-liter V6, AutoStick automatic, keyless remote entry
Destination Charge
Gas Guzzler Tax
Price as Tested $21,290
Layout
Horse Power 132 @ 6000
Torque 129 @ 5000
Fuel Economy 25/36
Wheelbase 108.0
Length/Width/Height 186.0/71.7/51.9
Track Front/Rear 60.2/60.2
Turning Radius 37.0
Seating Capacity 5
Front Head/Hip/Leg room 38.1/52.8/42.3
Middle Head/Hip/Leg room
Rear Head/Hip/Leg room 36.8/52.7/38.1
Trunk Volume 15.7
Payload
Towing Capacity
Front Suspension Independent
Rear Suspension Independent
Ground Clearance
Curb Weight 2955
Stock Tires P195/70R-14
Brakes Front/Rear disc/drum
Fuel Capacity 15.0

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