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<p><b>New page</b></p><div>{{Infobox Automobile<br />
|name=Dodge Avenger<br />
|image=[[Image:2008-Dodge-Avenger.jpg|250px|2008 Dodge Avenger SE]]<br />
|class=[[Mid-size]]<br />
|manufacturer=[[Mitsubishi Motors]] (1995-2000)<br>[[Chrysler LLC]] (2008-present)<br />
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|production=1995-1997<br>2008-present<br />
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The Dodge Avenger name identifies four different cars:<br />
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*The '''Dodge Avenger''' which was a renamed "[[Hillman Avenger]]"<br />
*The '''Dodge Avenger''' coupe (1995-2000)<br />
*The '''Dodge Avenger Concept''' from the 2003 [[North American International Auto Show]]<br />
*The '''Dodge Avenger (JS)''' sedan released in 2007 for the 2008 model year.<br />
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==Rebranded Hillman Avenger (1970s)==<br />
{{Main|Hillman Avenger}}<br />
In the 1970s, the [[Hillman Avenger]] was branded as a Dodge in some markets where the Hillman brand did not exist. At the time, Hillman was owned by [[Chrysler Corporation]]. Chrysler's 1970 Annual Report noted that these markets were outside of North America and Europe; the Dodge Avenger was sold in including [[South Africa]] and possibly other countries <ref name="allpar_hillman">{{cite web | url= http://www.allpar.com/model/avengertiger.html | title=Hillman Avenger (Dodge Polara/1500/1800, Plymouth Cricket, Chrysler Sunbeam) and Tiger | journal=[http://www.allpar.com/ Allpar] | accessdate=2008-07-01 }}</ref>.<br />
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The Hillman/Dodge Avenger was a relatively small, light B-class car with [[rear wheel drive]]<ref name="motorbaseHillman">{{cite web | url= http://www.motorbase.com/vehicle/by-id/753/ | title=Hillman Avenger | journal=[http://www.motorbase.com/ Motorbase] | accessdate=2008-07-12 }}</ref>, with a computer-designed body shell in [[sedan (car)|sedan]] and [[station wagon]] variants. It used new four-cylinder Rootes Group engines, except for Dodge Avengers assembled in South Africa, which used Peugeot engines to meet local content rules<ref name="allpar_hillman"/>.<br />
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==Dodge Avenger coupe (1995-2000)==<br />
{{Infobox Automobile generation<br />
| name = Dodge Avenger coupe<br />
| image = [[Image:Dodge-Avenger-coupe.jpg|250px|Dodge Avenger]]<br />
| production = 1995–2000<br />
|layout = [[FF layout]]<br />
|assembly=[[Normal, Illinois]], [[USA]]<br />
|predecessor=[[Dodge Daytona]]<br>[[Dodge Stealth]]<br />
|successor=[[Dodge Stratus coupe]] (for 2001)<br />
| body_style = 2-door [[coupe]]<br />
|engine=2.0 L ''[[Chrysler Neon engine#D4RE|420A]]'' [[I4 engine|I4]]<br>2.5 L [[Mitsubishi Motors|Mitsubishi]] ''[[Mitsubishi 6G7x engine#6G73|6G73]]'' [[V6]]<br />
| wheelbase = {{Auto in|103.7|0}}<br />
| length = {{Auto in|190.2|0}} (1998-2000)<br> {{Auto in|187.2|0}} (1995-97)<br />
| width = {{Auto in|69.1|0}} (1998-2000)<Br> {{Auto in|68.5|0}} (1995-97)<br />
| height = {{Auto in|53.0|0}} (1998-2000)<br> {{Auto in|51|0}} (1995-97)<br />
| transmission = 5-speed [[manual transmission|<br />
manual]]<br>4-speed ''[[Ultradrive|41TE]]'' [[automatic transmission|automatic]]<br />
| platform = [[Chrysler D platform|Chrysler FJ platform]]<br />
| related = [[Chrysler Sebring (coupe)]]<br>[[Eagle Talon]]<br>[[Mitsubishi Eclipse]]<br>[[Mitsubishi Galant]]<br />
}}<br />
The first '''Dodge Avenger''' to be sold in North America was a 2-door coupe produced from 1995 to 2000, in a similar size and price class as the [[Dodge Daytona]], which was discontinued in 1993. The Avenger, along with the similar [[Chrysler Sebring]] coupe, was built by [[Diamond Star Motors]] (DSM), a [[joint venture]] between [[Chrysler Corporation]] and [[Mitsubishi Motors]], on a version of the [[Mitsubishi Galant]] platform (which also spawned the similar [[Mitsubishi Eclipse]]). Mitsubishi purchased Chrysler's share of the joint venture in 1995. Avengers and Sebring coupes built from 1995 to 1996 both have DSM markings in their engine compartments.<br />
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The Avenger had a 103&nbsp;in (2.62&nbsp;m) wheelbase and used either a 2.0 L [[straight-4]] (the Chrysler 420A) or a Mitsubishi-designed [[Mitsubishi 6G7x engine#6G73|2.5 L V6]]. The 4-cylinder was coupled to either a five-speed [[manual transmission]], shared with the [[Mitsubishi Eclipse]] and [[Eagle Talon]], or a 4-speed automatic. The [[V6]] was only available with the A604 transmission.<ref name="allpar">{{cite web | url= http://www.allpar.com/model/sebring.html | title=The First Generation Chrysler Sebring and Dodge Avenger coupes | journal=[http://www.allpar.com/ Allpar] | accessdate=2008-06-30 }}</ref><br />
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===Changes===<br />
[[Anti-lock braking system|ABS]] was used in all ES models to 1999. In 1997, the front fascia, trunklid, and rear bumper were changed; 16 inch wheels were standard, and the license plate was moved from the decklid to the rear bumper. In 2000, the V6 and automatic transmission combination was made standard on all Avengers, and ABS was made an "option" for ES models. The four-cylinder [[internal combustion engine|engine]] was dropped for 2000.<br />
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===Trims===<br />
*1995-2000 - "Highline" base model (V6 among other options made standard in 2000)<br />
*1995-2000 - ''ES''<br />
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A "Sport Appearance Package" could be added on to Base model cars. This package included alloy wheels (different from those on the ES) with other options.<br />
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====Timeline====<br />
'''1994:''' A 1994 Dodge IROC Dodge Avenger sports coupe replaced the [[Dodge Daytona]], which had been used since 1990. Only six of these were sold from IROC in [[New Jersey]].{{fact|date=June 2008}} All were powered by a small block V8.<br />
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'''1995:''' Initial introduction - replaces the Daytona. A [[DOHC]] 16-valve 2.0 L I4 engine (140 hp, {{Auto ft.lbf|130|0}} of torque) is standard. A [[SOHC]] 24-valve 2.5 L [[V6 engine]] and an [[automatic transmission]] (155 hp, {{Auto ft.lbf|160|0}} of torque) are made optional on the ES. Fog lamps and ABS are also optional on the ES.<br />
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'''1996:''' Power and torque ratings for the V6 are increased (163 horsepower, {{Auto ft.lbf|170|0}}. torque), ES Coupes had new seat fabric.<br />
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'''1997:''' Sport model introduced (in addition to the base and SE). The Avenger Sport package consisted of exclusive 16-inch aluminum wheels and a body-color spoiler. New front and rear fascias are added. Added a body-color rear spoiler, P215/50HR17 tires, and 17-inch cast aluminum wheels for the ES. The V6 is also standard for the ES, as well as rear disc brakes.<br />
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'''1998:''' An on-board recycling vapor recovery system, cafe latte exterior color and a black and gray interior color combination are added.<br />
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'''1999:''' Next generation driver and front passenger airbags are added, as well as a new exterior color: Shark Blue. The V6 engine and automatic transmission are standard on all models in mid-year, as well as several options.<br />
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'''2000:''' Last year for the Avenger. V6/automatic drive train are standard. ABS an option on ES models. Gained a number of standard features that had previously been optional, including power windows and locks. Base models added cruise control and 4-wheel [[disc brake]]s. ES coupes now come with standard leather upholstery, keyless remote entry, and a power driver's seat.<br />
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In 2000, the Avenger was discontinued and replaced by the [[Dodge Stratus]] coupe for 2001. This model was also made at the former Diamond Star plant by Mitsubishi, using the Eclipse platform and architecture, though the Stratus sedan was engineered and built by Chrysler.<br />
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==Dodge Avenger sedan (2008-present)==<br />
{{Infobox Automobile generation<br />
| name = Dodge Avenger sedan<br />
| image = [[Image:Dodge Avenger front 20080419.jpg|250px|2008 Dodge Avenger (Europe)]]<br />
| body_style = 4-door [[sedan (car)|sedan]]<br />
| production = 2008-present<br />
|predecessor=[[Dodge Stratus]]<br />
|platform = [[Mitsubishi GS platform|Chrysler JS platform]]<br />
|assembly=[[Sterling Heights, Michigan]], [[USA]]<br />
| engine = <u>'''2.4&nbsp;L ''[[Global Engine Manufacturing Alliance|GEMA]]'' [[I4 engine|I4]]'''</u><small>{{Collapsible list<br />
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| transmission = 4-speed [[Ultradrive#40TES/41TES|40TES]] [[automatic transmission|automatic]]<br>4-speed [[Ultradrive#40TES/41TES|41TES]] automatic<br>6-speed [[Ultradrive#62TE|62TE]] automatic <br />
|wheelbase= {{Auto in|108.9|0}}<br />
|length= {{Auto in|190.9|0}}<br />
|width= {{Auto in|71.8|0}}<br />
|height= {{Auto in|58.9|0}}<br />
| layout = [[Front-engine design|Front engine]], [[front-wheel drive]] / [[four-wheel drive]]<br />
|plaform = [[Mitsubishi GS platform|Chrysler JS platform]]<br />
| related = [[Mitsubishi Lancer]]<br>[[Mitsubishi Outlander]]<br>[[Chrysler Sebring]]<br>[[Dodge Caliber]]<br>[[Jeep Compass]]<br>[[Jeep Patriot]]<br>[[Dodge Journey]]<br><br />
| similar=[[Chevrolet Malibu]]<bR>[[Ford Fusion (North America)|Ford Fusion]]<br>[[Nissan Altima]]<br />
| designer = [[Ryan Nagode]], Graduate of the [[Cleveland Institute of Art]], Industrial Design Program 2003<br />
}}<br />
The Dodge Avenger name returned in February 2007 as a [[Model year|MY]]2008 model<ref>{{cite web<br />
| title = New Dodge costs less than outgoing model<br />
| publisher = Autoweek, By Bradford Wernle, Automotive News<br />
| url = http://autoweek.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070117/FREE/70116004/1528/vents}}</ref> as a sedan to replace the [[Dodge Stratus]], whose coupe version had replaced the original Avenger in 2001. According to some reports, the Avenger, along with the redesigned [[Chrysler Sebring]], shares a [[DaimlerChrysler]]/[[Mitsubishi Motors]] platform called JS which used the Mitsubishi GS as a starting point, then was heavily modified. The base engine in the '''SE''' and '''SXT''' trim levels is the 2.4 L[[Global Engine Manufacturing Alliance|GEMA]]I4 naturally-aspirated "World Engine", a joint venture between [[DaimlerChrysler]], [[Mitsubishi Motors|Mitsubishi]] and [[Hyundai Motor Company|Hyundai]]. Additional engines include an optional 2.7 L V6 in the '''SXT''' and a standard 3.5 L V6 in the '''R/T''' trim level. In addition to the 2.4 L "World Engine" and the V6s, export vehicles will be offered with the 2.0 L naturally-aspirated "World Engine", as well as a 2.0 L turbocharged diesel (Pumpe-Düse) made by [[Volkswagen]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.allpar.com/cars/dodge/avenger.html|title=2008 Dodge Avenger cars |accessdate=2008-06-29 |work= |publisher=AllPar.com}}</ref> As a 2008 model, the Dodge Avenger came to showrooms in February 2007.<br />
[[Image:Dodge Avenger rear 20080517.jpg|thumb|left|Dodge Avenger]]<br />
Features on the new Avenger include optional heated/cooled cup holders as well as Dodge's new "Chill Zone", a feature that comes standard on all Avenger models, which can store up to four 12-US&nbsp;fl&nbsp;oz cans in the glove box and chill them to 40 degrees Fahrenheit.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.cargurus.com/Cars/Overview-c8193-2008-Avenger.html|title=2008 Dodge Avenger |accessdate=2008-06-29 |work= |publisher=CarGurus.com}}</ref><br />
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Like its [[Dodge Journey]] stablemate, the Avenger's exterior was styled by Chrysler's [[Ryan Nagode]]. <ref>{{cite web<br />
| title = DRIVELINE: Dodge has strong hand in Journey<br />
| publisher = The London Free Press, Harry Pegg, February 8, 2008 <br />
| url = http://lfpress.ca/perl-bin/publish.cgi?x=articles&p=224188&s=wheels}}</ref> The interior was styled by Ben S. Chang.<ref>{{cite web<br />
| title = 2008 Dodge Avenger production cars <br />
| publisher = Allpar, LLC <br />
| accessdate = 2008-03-19<br />
| url = http://www.allpar.com/cars/dodge/avenger.html}}</ref><br />
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The Avenger replaced the [[Dodge Charger (LX)|Charger]] as Dodge's car in [[NASCAR]] in 2007 for [[Car of Tomorrow]] races. It got its first win with former [[Formula 1]] driver [[Juan Pablo Montoya]] in the [[2007 Toyota/Save Mart 350]] at the [[Infineon Raceway]].<br />
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The Avenger was officially unveiled at the [[Mondial de l'Automobile|Paris Motor Show]] on [[September 28]], [[2006]] as a [[concept car]]. It has been launched in [[Europe]] and will be sold in [[United Kingdom|Britain]], filling a gap in the [[Chrysler]] range that was left by the [[Chrysler Neon|Neon's]] demise four years earlier. It has also been launched in Australia, although currently with only the 2.4L engine.<br />
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In the US, the Avenger was launched with a 30 television ad, "Tuned Up," that debuted Sunday, March 4, 2007 during NHL hockey, an ad in which a lab technician discovers he can play [[Smoke on the Water]] by [[Deep Purple]] on the Avenger's transmission. Another television spot likened the Avenger to the "superhero" vehicle for the everyman, depicting a driver piloting his Avenger through [[Gotham|Gotham-like]] streets and alleys, speaking to the MyGig entertainment system in distinctly [[Batman]]-reminiscent tones, to arrive home, pull into a two-car garage and open the rear door to a sleeping child in the rear car-seat. <ref>{{cite web<br />
| title = 2008 Dodge Avenger Launches Marketing Campaign<br />
| publisher = Carbuyersnotebook.com March 2, 2007<br />
| url =http://www.carbuyersnotebook.com/archives/2007/03/2008_dodge_aven_2.htm }}</ref><br />
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===Trims===<br />
SE: 2.4L 4 Cyl DOHC 16V Dual VVT 4-speed automatic (discontinued in 2009)<br />
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SXT: 2.4L 4 Cyl DOHC 16V Dual VVT 4-speed automatic<br />
SXT optional powertrain: 2.7L V6 DOHC 24-valve MPI 4-speed automatic<br />
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R/T: 3.5L High Output V6 24V MPI 6-speed automatic<br />
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R/T AWD: 3.5L High Output V6 24V MPI 6-speed automatic (Discontinued in 2009)<br />
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==Motorsport==<br />
The first-generation Dodge Avenger body style was widely used in the [[National Hot Rod Association]], but came to the most prominence being driven by [[Darrell Alderman]], and [[Scott Geoffrion]], during their run from 1994-2000, as the celebrated ''Dodge Boys''. The car was also used for the [[IROC XIX|1994]] and [[IROC XX|1995]] incarnations of the [[International Race of Champions]].<br />
The second-generation Dodge Avenger was used in the [[2007 NASCAR Nextel Cup Series|2007 NASCAR Nextel Cup Season]] as the [[Car of Tomorrow]] model from Dodge. In 2008, the Dodge CoT was changed back to the Charger.<br />
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==See also==<br />
* [[Chrysler Sebring (coupe)]]<br />
* [[Chrysler Sebring (sedan)]]<br />
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==References==<br />
[[Image:Dodge Avenger Dash.jpg|thumb|Dodge Avenger Interior]]<br />
* [http://autoweek.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070117/FREE/70116004/1528/vents AutoWeek: 2008 Dodge Avenger]<br />
* [http://www.allpar.com/model/avengertiger.html Allpar: Hillman Avenger and Tiger]<br />
* [http://www.allpar.com/model/sebring.html Allpar: 1995-2000 Sebring]<br />
* [http://www.allpar.com/cars/dodge/avenger.html Allpar: 2008-2009 Dodge Avenger]<br />
* [http://www.carbuyersnotebook.com/archives/2007/03/2008_dodge_aven_2.htm Avenger ad campaigns]<br />
* [http://www.media.chrysler.com/newsrelease.do?id=7193&mid=171 2008 Dodge Avenger Product Heritage] from the Chrysler Media Site<br />
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