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1999 Dodge Stratus User Reviews

1999 Dodge Stratus Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 13 reviews

  • Performance:3.3 out of 5 stars3.3 out of 5 stars3.3 out of 5 stars3.3 out of 5 stars3.3 out of 5 stars 3.3 / 5
  • Appearance:3.5 out of 5 stars3.5 out of 5 stars3.5 out of 5 stars3.5 out of 5 stars3.5 out of 5 stars 3.5 / 5
  • Build Quality:3.6 out of 5 stars3.6 out of 5 stars3.6 out of 5 stars3.6 out of 5 stars3.6 out of 5 stars 3.6 / 5
  • Overall:3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars 3.9 / 5

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PROS
"fuel economy" 7 reviews
"power" 4 reviews
"ride" 4 reviews
"reliable car" 2 reviews
CONS
"quality" 2 reviews
"transmission" 2 reviews
"fuel economy" 2 reviews

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LiteWerk writes:
1999 Dodge Stratus 4 Dr STD Sedan Review
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Peppy engine with 5-spped offering great fuel economy for size of car

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Original brakes could have been better, yet diddn't wear prematurely

LiteWerk
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Outstanding Value For A Dependable, Reliable, Economical Sedan Offering Great Interior Space — Base model w/2.0L 5-speed. Extremely dependable and reliable. Great fuel economy of 35.5 comined city/hwy, mostly hwy. Great useable interior and trunk space. Above average factory stereo. Sharp, sporty-looking sedan. Great factory original Michelin tires contribute to a great smooth ride and lasted 85,000 miles. Car still going strong at 160K miles.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Spencer661 writes:
1999 Dodge Stratus 4 Dr STD Sedan Review
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MPG, turning circle

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acceleration, transmission, ride, comfort, styling, interior quality, lack of  features, ease of acess, engine

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My Dodge Stratus.... — Like the gas mileage.. 28-30 (25 with a lead foot) but needs bigger engine and i'm desperate for horsepower/torque 4 cylinder just isn't cutting it for me.. It's okay to drive around, but i am wanting something way more sporty. Despite high gas prices, I'd kill for an SUV right now

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Dustin writes:
1999 Dodge Stratus 4 Dr STD Sedan Review
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Great gas mileage, very reliable, fairly easy to work on

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It is a Dodge so it does have a transmission made by Chrysler which you can never trust. Battery is located in the wheel well which means you have to take the tire off to remove the battery.

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Great Car — I currently own a white '99 Dodge Stratus with the 2.4L DOHC 4 cylinder engine. This is the second '99 stratus I've owner (I still have the original for a parts car). The 2.4 engine is the only Mopar motor I'd ever recommend to someone looking to buy a Dodge or Chrysler. This motor produces about 150hp, which really gets up and goes since its such a light car, and gets excellent gas mileage. The previous Stratus I drove has about 170k and still runs like it just drove off the lot but has a rear main seal leak which is something that just eventually goes out in any car. The only thing I've even had to replace in that car was the started and I got a used one from the junk yard for $13 and it still works to this day. If you are looking for reliability and a cheap economical car I'd highly recommend getting a Stratus...just make sure you get one with the 2.4L because the 2.0L 4 cylinder and 2.5L v6 are both junk!!!

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Allyson writes:
1999 Dodge Stratus 4 Dr ES Sedan Review
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Power window, power locks and decent engine

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The weather stripping on the windshield is coming off.

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Dodge's Are Decent. — The perofrmance is good, brakes need replaced every once in a while. The build quality is excellent, deals with door slamming all the time. The appearance is extremely aeordynamic without looking like a car tree huggers would drive. The cost is reasonable.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Michelle writes:
1999 Dodge Stratus 4 Dr ES Sedan Review
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gas

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nothing

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?? — i loved the car, only got rid of it because my family grew. makes me sad when i see the new owner driving it. but it was a nice and reliable car and would refer anyone to buy another one. i am going to buy a rt next

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Doug writes:
1999 Dodge Stratus 4 Dr STD Sedan Review
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its indestructible

Cons

it always has something wrong with it

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Poop — It breaks weekly, I'm always putting money into it, the gas does not seem to last very long, it used to be a roadtripping machine, now it is deemed undrivable for one week due to the fact the back windshield broke and i have no side mirror cuz they are not very sturdy.

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

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David writes:
1999 Dodge Stratus 4 Dr STD Sedan Review
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School, work, and fun

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the paint is starting to fade

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Great Fuel Economy Car — I love this car!! it gets way good gas milage and runs great. The only thing that i dont like about the car is the paint is slightly faded on the passengers side, and the back and front bumpers are a little bit scared

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Morgan writes:
1999 Dodge Stratus 4 Dr STD Sedan Review
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the color haha

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mpg

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No — The dodge stratus looks like any other simple car but you would be surprised by how low the mpg is. it only gets low 20 in mpg. The acceleration is ok but the brakes kind of suck and the car needs fixing up a lot. it rattles while speeding up and no solution to that problem can be found

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Tony writes:
1999 Dodge Stratus 4 Dr STD Sedan Review
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Runs like a dream, handles great

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Just seems a little bit lower quality than something older

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Fun, Attractive Car... — Very nice car to drive, feels like driving a cloud. Very smooth acceleration. Takes corners at high speeds with NO loss of grip. Handles like a smaller car than it is. Runs amazing, sounds mean and accelerates great for being just a 4cyl. Build could be a little sturdier, I think my car (an older Taurus) is actually built more solid, of course most older cars are. Nice looking car, easy on the eyes and definitely has a "cool factor" to it. Cost of ownership to my knowledge is fairly low...gets good gas mileage and the only problem I've seen it have since she got it cost me a buck to fix (roll of electrical tape). Overall a fun car that has plenty of years left in it.

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Matthew writes:
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Epic — Handles and runs pretty quick for a 4 door sedan. Alot of suspension issues, have replaced all ball joints/control arms except one... and that one needs to be replace too now.

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Cost $3,839 Average Instant Market Value $4,122 Average Instant Market Value $3,875 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 33 28 29
Horsepower 132 150 140
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 14.0 13.1
Front Leg Room (inches) 42.3 42.0 43.3

Reviews From Other Years

2006 Dodge Stratus Reviews

Never Again By crappy_stratus

Great car at first but once I hit 75,000 miles (with following the maintenance schedule) it's just been one problem after another. A/C compressor, cat, idler pulley, cooling fan, fuel rail, etc. I wen... Read More

Reliable And Good On Your Pocket By LariisCar

I like about this car that it is great on gas, it is a very reliable vehicle, and very comfortable, and is a very safe car to drive. Is not a hard card to maintain and is great as a family car. Read More

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2005 Dodge Stratus Reviews

'05 Dodge Stratus By Logan

Pretty good car. Get's pretty good gas mileage for a six cylinder. Only problem Ive had with it so far is the brake pad spring was difficult to put back on when changing the brake pads. Altogether tho... Read More

05 Dodge Stratus Sxt By Oscar

This model can use a bit more horsepower for better acceleration but the handling is responsive and well built. If you want a faster sportier version go for the R/T. Still a nice car to drive aro... Read More

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2004 Dodge Stratus Reviews

Fun Car. By StatusSXT

My wife and I really like this car as it gets great gas mileage. I recently had the timing belt replaced. A complete tune up and NEW tires all the way around. And new brakes in the front. Maintained r... Read More

'04 Dodge Stratus By Chandler_Apache

I wanted a second car to commute and transport kids without the look of a "grocery getter." It was a salvalge and thus far no major problems that except for things that I did not maintain properly. ... Read More

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2003 Dodge Stratus Reviews

Eclipse In Dodge Clothing By Chelette

Car is a great all around car has pleanty of power for whatever you would like to do and gets great gas mileage at the same time. Car size is huge for a coupe pleanty of room for 4 adults. Read More

Wouldn't Have Any Other Car But Mine!!! By Ridin_Dirty

This is a GREAT vehicle! I have had mine for almost ten years now. Mileage 140k and still running in top shape. I have only had regular maintenance done: tune ups, oil & transmission fluid changes, br... Read More

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2002 Dodge Stratus Reviews

Dodge Stratus - 2002 - R/t Coupe By ptkilbo

I love my car. I bought this when I had no other options and it was a great deal. I have enjoyed my time with it. It is fast off the line, handles great at high speed and stop quickly. Read More

I Love This Car By Brittany Lyn

Performance: great acceleration, great braking, awesome handeling Build Quality: Has needed regular maintenance work, and a few minor mechanical problems Appearance: exterior is sporty looking and the... Read More

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