And now Dodge ideas, and 2012 Dodge Avenger is one of the many vehicles that show the fruits of his new job. The new Avenger is a peach that is much better than its predecessor Dodge not surprised that we give a new name like Chrysler did with the same mate-platform reborn, 2011 Chrysler 200 (formerly Sebring). Then again, "Avenger" moniker seems quite appropriate, since this medium sedan seems to bend down to get revenge by changing the opinions of those who mocked his father.
So how in fact the year 2012 almost all-new Dodge Avenger is better than the old? Conversely, what is not? Powertrain, handling, ride and interior quality are all very well in its market segment. The $ 20,000 - $ 30,000 end of regular full-size sedan well built, nice cars like the Ford Fusion, Hyundai Sonata, Kia Optima, Nissan Altima and Suzuki Kizashi.
Previously, the Dodge entry is ignored on the sidelines, while the better players because they dominate the match. Now the Avenger finds himself scoring big thanks to strong performance, sporty handling and polished behavior.
2011 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a Pentastar Lux new 3.6-liter V6. With 283 horsepower, this is the most powerful V6 in the regular size sedan class, and it is mainly associated with six-speed auto-cooperative. The strong, smooth V6 is hard to mistake, handed power over range. For machines with ultra-smooth shifts, which remain so even while under full speed. But like modern machines, this transmission has a fuel efficiency program minded means that on the highway at high speed more quickly than you expect and need a boat aggressive on the throttle for a shift down. That said, it responds quickly when the explosive power needed.
Dash to 60 mph from stop only takes 6.7 seconds and Dodge walked down the quarter mile in 14.8 seconds. We saw some front wheel drive torque when we find the gas pedal from stop or low speed. But with nearly 300 horsepower channeled through the front wheels, small pull on the handlebars are not too bad and we do not feel in normal driving conditions. Take disclose the pedal down a little chewy but progressive braking. The binder refused to fade under repeated heavy braking distances, while the stop 127 meters from the slot 60 mph Avenger around the average for that segment.
When driving the informal way we tested the handling of loops in the valley, the Avenger impressive with a beautifully weighted steering and precise, composed cornering attitude and commendable level of grip, easily making this one of a family sedan is more fun for car enthusiasts. Data from a series of more formal testing of these impressions back seat - our pants, with Dodge running at 67-mph run through the cone slalom.
With fuel economy along with the EPA estimates 22 mpg, we average 20.2, which included quite a lot of famous rush hour stop-and-go LA.
Comfort
Generous size and soft, the front buckets are extremely concerned for the physiques of all sizes. Tilt and telescopic steering wheel and seat seats available eight-way power driver on the ideal driving position is quite simple. Well, that's when you get used to the seats, they are too close to each other, thus changing the angle under the pillow practice legerdemain. Once you go, the side seat bolsters offer good support when driving along winding roads, but not too aggressive, so in and out of the car, no hassle.
Rear compartment large enough for a pair of 6-footer, and there is enough room for legs under the front seat, rarely allowing more than limbs stretch-out room a little more. But tall people might find a low pillow slightly, due to trade some of the support legs for more headroom. That said, most of our passengers find the back penalty in terms of overall comfort and support.
Like big brother, Dodge Charger, the Avenger has failed to provide both sporty handling and a comfortable journey. The Avenger absorbing the worst bumps and holes are ignored, including maintaining the city streets can throw the way without wallowing in the environment after the collision. Indeed, Dodge is offering one of the best suspension sorted on the segment in which the provision of treatment impresses with absorbent ride. In addition, the trip quiet, even if the road, wind and powertrain noise all damped on a highway speed is higher.
Function
Meters with large fonts simple and easy, intuitive grace the cabin. And kudos to Dodge for the stab in the back of effective wheel-mounted audio - finger quickly identify the key, which allows one to not only through radio presets, but also looking for a new station.
Available navigation system is also easy to use, although a bit annoying that it is not time to destination and distance to destination for both appear at once - it's one or the other. Other high-tech gadgets get high marks, such as Bluetooth phone connectivity, an automatic download process and heated front seats which also provides a half of heat through the blanket.
With a capacity of 13.5 cubic meters, which measure the Avenger stems more like a compact than a midsizer. But the big opening, the lid swings greater than 90 degrees to get out of the way and space is optimized since the trunk easily accommodate a pair of golf bags and a large travel bag. Rear seat has a center pass-through for, long and thin products as well as split-folding seatbacks. A rear-facing child seat can be mounted on the back for a passenger ride in front of no greater than about 5-foot-9.
Design / Fit and finish
Although almost all new Avenger under the sheet metal and junior-style Dodge Charger known and unchanging. However, front and rear have been updated with crosshair grille is more aggressive and revised light clusters and Fascias. To our collective eyes, it was one more sporty family sedan that looked out there and the staff of the most preferred styling Chrysler 200 cousin.
cabin is a different story, because it is so different from last year, that one wonders whether the same make and model. Cleaner styling and a big leap in quality ingredients apparent. The top of the dashboard and doors fall in quality, soft touch materials, even panel gaps and smooth, and finely stitched leather upholstery. In addition to action rather smooth stalk turn signals, this is an impressive effort throughout. Remember that you are almost as good as the class leaders as the new Avenger was there with them.
