
The 2011 Dodge Avenger lands right in the thick of things, in the hotly contested mid-size sedan market.
Versus the new Kia Optima and Mazda6, the Avenger's interior feels cramped; the new Optima in particular has plentiful cabin space in front and in back.
Also, the Avenger fails to provide a compelling driving experience over sportier standouts like the Altima, Fusion, or Mazda6.
While ride quality has been improved in the Avenger, the base powertrain still lacks the refinement of some rival models.
The new 2011 Volkswagen Jetta remains an especially interesting alternative, and it has what the Avenger still lacks: a cohesive driving feel, and an eagerness to use all its talents.
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A new V-6 and interior refresh makes the 2011 Dodge Avenger more intriguing, but in execution this mid-sizer still leaves a lot to be desired. |
The 2011 Ford Fusion comes in a few finely developed flavors; Sport, Hybrid and base are a few of the best tastes. |
Kia simply gets it; basic doesn't have to be boring, and the 2011 Kia Optima shows that mid-size sedan shoppers don't have to settle to design boredom or a lack of features. |
The 2011 Mazda Mazda6 is a great pick for practically-minded family-car shoppers who also value driving enjoyment. |
MSRP From | |||
$19,245 | $19,850 | $19,200 | $19,990 |
Gas Mileage | |||
19 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 36 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 39 MPG Hwy | 18 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy |
Engine | |||
Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 |
EPA Class | |||
Mid-Size | Mid-Size Sedan | Midsize Cars | Midsize |
Style Name | |||
4-Door Sedan Express | 4-Door Sedan S FWD | 4-Door Sedan 2.4L Manual LX | 4-Door Sedan Manual i Sport |
Drivetrain | |||
Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
Passenger Capacity | |||
5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Passenger Doors | |||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Body Style | |||
4 Door Sedan | 4 Door Sedan | 4 Door Sedan | 4 Door Sedan |
Transmission | |||
Automatic | Manual | Manual | Manual w/OD |
Detailed Spec Comparison | |||
2011 Dodge Avenger vs. 2011 Ford Fusion | 2011 Dodge Avenger vs. 2011 Kia Optima | 2011 Dodge Avenger vs. 2011 Mazda MAZDA6 |