2003 Dodge Stratus Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating

Source NHTSA

MPG (up to)

20 -22 City / 27 -30 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

150 -200

Seats

Positive Owner Reviews

Rhea B

It is out of production with no reasonable substitute

I love the way it handles. I have complete confidence when driving. I wish they still made them since I'm looking for a new car.

Kyle K

It's a 2006 dodge Stratus sxt, the paint is gold and interior is black.

I really don't have a proper with my car. I like it doesn't drink much gas. But when I first bought it second hand. The timing belt snapped on it. Not even within a month of purchasing it. But other than that, there's really nothing wrong with after I fixed the problem myself.

William C

It works. It is always there when I need it. It has never let me down. It has been great transportation since I have owned it.

I have been very happy with my car. It runs great. Always starts is cold weather.

Danny J

It drives great and also gets great gas mileage.

I love this car. I bought it used and it has been a great car for me. The only thing I had to replace on it has been the water pump.

Rickl

Strong runner

Great daily driver,good gas mileage it's been a very reliable car still runs strong. Only thing I dont like about it is the seat belt does not retract by it's, self

Katie T

My red dodge stratus is great.

I really do enjoy my dodge stratus but, one thing I dislike is how low it is to the ground. The check engine light is on most of the time even if nothing is wrong. It sometimes is an inconvenience but other than that it is a very comfortable and reliable car.

Jayde W

My car stalls on occasion, and sometimes it doesn't start right back up, requiring a jump. This isn't too important besides for other drivers on the road when my flashers turn on and I start to slow down more than usual.

This vehicle is the newest that I've owned out of four, and the most valuable. I got it for free from a cousin when my last car got stolen. There are a few issues with it that I should get checked out, but otherwise, it's a fun and mostly reliable car. I have an EVAP leak, the sunroof doesn't open, and it more than occasionally stalls, but otherwise I love it.

Linda W

It is very dependable, not had to spend a lot on upkeep and has lots of room.

The air conditioner has a problem. It works sometimes & others it does not come on. It has minor body damage & needs a paint job.

Negative Owner Reviews

Deandrea C

It gets me to work and back ,to see friends and family

It drives ok it is black on black , us n it for work, kids and family. Needs turn up and tires

JESS R

3 generation of first cars

It is to low and the roof is starting to come down.Older it gets more problems under the hood start to happen.

David H

That it is 15 years old and I'm still able to drive it, it also has 185000 miles on it

Well the car has a oil leak that the mechanic haven't been able to fix. I've also had to get the transmission rebuilt for the leak that it had.

Ruth Z

It sucks do not buy one bad car.

Bad gas mileage. Lots of repairs. Something going wrong all the time. The paint is already peeling. Headlight fogged over.

Alyssa G

Great car but not for family.

The dodge stratus is very good for traveling around during the summer time and very comfortable. Not suitable for taller people or driving during the winter with the sports tires and not very suitable for anyone with children. It would be a great car for a high schooler. Never had any problems with it otherwise.

Jordan H

They have AC and its automatic and you need insurance.

I like this car because it has good gas. I also like the interior of the car. The one thing I do not like about this car is the roof of the car too short.

Shayla R

It is a green blue color.

It has had air conditioning problems but is fixable and it is very difficult to change the battery because you need to take out the front tire to be able to reach it.

fides k

It is a sedan and fuel consumption is very good

The performance of the car is very good. It is very comfortable and it run well. It is air conditioner. It is reliable

Dodge Stratus Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

150-200 HP 25-25 MPG 5 Seats

SXT

150 HP 26-26 MPG 5 Seats

200 HP 25-25 MPG 5 Seats

R/T

200 HP 24-25 MPG 5 Seats

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2003 Dodge Stratus Owner Reviews

3.63

27 Reviews

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5 stars

22%

4 stars

33%

3 stars

30%

2 stars

15%

1 star

Tiffany P on December 8, 2020

Basic model with no fancy toys.

It is older and has high miles but otherwise it is a car that gets me from A to B with no issues. If I could complain about anything it would be that it is not very fast and is slower to accelerate.

Ruth Z on November 13, 2020

It sucks do not buy one bad car.

Bad gas mileage. Lots of repairs. Something going wrong all the time. The paint is already peeling. Headlight fogged over.

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Ranks #15 Midsize Cars by Owners

The 2003 Dodge Stratus has an average owner rating of 3.68 out of 5 which ranks it #15 of 16 other Midsize Cars.

2003 Subaru Legacy

4.36

Tie

2003 Toyota Camry

4.3

2003 Dodge Stratus

3.63

Ranks #5 Midsize Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2003 Dodge Stratus has a combined MPG of 29 which ranks it #5 of 16 other Midsize Cars.

2003 Honda Accord

33 MPG

2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

32 MPG

Tie

2003 Dodge Stratus

28 MPG

Is The 2003 Dodge Stratus A Good Car?

To some degree, I have had to repair many things and a lot of work done to it, but it gets me where I need to go so it works

Tony C.

How Reliable Is The 2003 Dodge Stratus?

It has been reliable for the most part, but could be more reliable. Currently the alignment needs some work and new tires

Alex A.

Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Rollover

Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Not Rated

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety