2005 Dodge Magnum Trims and Specs

Designed as a crossover SUV, the sports tourer, rear-wheel drive Dodge Magnum is a unique-looking combination of family sedan and SUV alternative, with plenty of power and roominess to make it an attractive family car. The 2005 Magnum SE is very well equipped for a base model, sporting a 2.7-liter, 190-hp V6 engine with a 4-speed automatic. Air conditioning, power windows and locks, cruise control, front console, folding seats, 17-inch wheels, dual front airbags, and remote entry are all standard. ABS and traction control are optional, as are a power driver's seat and roof rack.

Drivers love the space in the Magnum, which gives a comfortable ride. Its car-like handling makes it easier to drive than an SUV, with more luxuries. The exterior styling is bold and classy, appealing to many owners. Complaints range from a cheap interior, ugly front end, and worries about an unreliable 2.7 Dodge engine.

A rear-wheel drive family sedan that is part station wagon, part SUV, and part race car is what you'll find in the 2005 Dodge Magnum. Comfort, space, speed, and a quiet smooth ride are hallmarks of this crossover vehicle. The SXT is the next step up from the base model SE, and as such offers a bigger 3.5-liter, 250-hp V6. Other standard features include traction control and ABS brakes, power driver's seat, and privacy glass.

A lot of options are available with the 2005 Magnum SXT, including heated front seats, 18-inch wheels, fog lights, leather trim, power-adjustable pedals, and a satellite radio system. The Magnum scores high with owners for its sleek "chopped" style, its engine power that allows you to pass confidently, smooth handling, and stability. It scores low on its cheap-looking interior, visibility problems, and confusing location of the cruise control.

The 2005 Magnum SXT AWD offers all the same standard features as the regular SXT, except for the powertrain. Instead of a 4-speed automatic, the SXT AWD comes with a five-speed for a more efficient and sturdier use of the 3.5-liter, 250-hp engine. Electronic stability control, traction control, ABS, 18-inch wheels, and dual front air bags offer security and safety. Cruise control, front console, rear folding seats, power adjustable driver's seat, telescoping steering wheel, and leather trim offer luxury and comfort.

Though it gets less mileage than the regular SXT (only 17/24 mpg), the Magnum SXT AWD is suitable for tackling non-city and highway driving or in rough conditions. It adds that extra feeling of sturdiness. Drivers love their Magnum AWD, mostly for its expert handling and comfortably roomy interior, making it a great family car on long trips. Most complaints are about the confusing cruise control placement.

To give the 2005 Dodge Magnum four-door family sedan a sporty look and feel, Chrysler introduced the Magnum R/T. If you don't mind a few speeding tickets, the R/T is not only practical, but fun to drive, powered by an unbelievable 5.7-liter, 340-hp Hemi V8. Yes, a Hemi inside the body of a family sedan. Paired with a 5-speed AutoStick, the Magnum R/T handles expertly on the highway or curving mountain roads.

It ups the SXT by offering standard leather seats, fog lights, dual exhausts, bigger brakes, and 18-inch wheels. Traction control, electronic stability control, and ABS are standard, as on the SXT. R/T-only options include a power sunroof, security system, premier audio system, trip computer, and navigation system. There are few complaints about the 2005 Magnum R/T. Drivers love its handling and roominess, but wish for more options, better tires, and better visibility.

A high-performance vehicle already, the 2005 Magnum R/T AWD adds the confidence of all-wheel drive for outdoors enthusiasts who want to take this high-powered family sedan on some off-road adventures. Equipped with the smoking 5.7-liter, 34-hp Hemi V8 and 5-speed AutoStick, the R/T AWD is a monster on the road, yet comfortable and luxurious inside. It offers the same standard features as the R/T, distinguishing itself from the SXT with its sports-tuned suspension and steering, leather seats, and fog lights. ABS, traction control, electronic stability, and dual front airbags are all standard.

Options include heated leather seats, side airbags, two-zone climate control, security system, steering wheel audio controls, garage door opener, towing package, and navigation system. Let's face it, drivers love the Hemi, which supersedes all other complaints. Great traction in rough conditions give R/T AWD drivers confidence and security. Some hope for a 6-speed manual, a better cruise control location, better rear visibility, and better gas mileage.