2004 Dodge Stratus Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating

Source NHTSA

MPG (up to)

15 -24 City / 20 -32 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

147 -200

Seats

Positive Owner Reviews

Barry A

This Dodge looks and runs Good!

Car has great styling and performance. 3.0 V6 w/auto trans. Works very well. It's bright red with black interior, looks great.

Ryan M

Dodge Stratus: Quick, Reliable, but a little small

The car is quite reliable and stylish and fuel efficient. However, there is a lot of road noise and the interior is cramped, so it's not good for large groups of people.

Lynn C

Owning a Dodge car a reliable car and you can't go wrong.

Good on gas, reliable, sporty. I have had no issues with the car and it was bought as a used car. Dodge has been good to me this is my third purchase of a Dodge car previous cars were intrepid which were quite reliable. As a consumer my feelings are that I will probably always own a Dodge car because of trusting the brand.

Lisa c

The Stratus handles well on the road and is easy on the gas cost.

I like the way the Stratus handles on the road. Also it seems to get wonderful gas mileage for us and that matters. I really can not think of something bad, as i really like my car

William A

2 door coupe, not many of these left. Great on gas 15 to 25 mile a gallon range.

When I purchased this vehicle it had 175399 miles. Vehicle now has 226764 on the odometer and has been a very reliable car. It has the sxt package 2 door coupe. 2. 2 liter Mitsubishi engine. On a side note I discovered that the Mitsubishi eclipse and Dodge stratus have the same engine and drivetrain. I have had to replace the lower a arms (ball joint) inner and outer tie rods, 4 new tires, new rear struts, still needs new front struts, new right front wheel bearing, new rotors, and brakes on front as well. Yes I've had to replace a few parts on it but in the cars defense it has a lot of miles on it, but it still runs great, no piston slap or valves rattling. Recently changed the oil as well. Car looks great nice solid vehicle would make a great 1st car or work car. If I were to sell this vehicle I would be asking $1500 firm.

Woodrow B

Very comfortable vehicle, could use a larger tire size to raise the vehicle.

Only complaint is that it has only one port to plug cell phone charges into. Good gas mileage.

greg b

It is reliable and runs good with minimum trouble and it is paid for

This has been a great car. Has not cost me a whole lot to maintain. Although some thing do not work anymore, for as old as it is it has only 71k miles on it. But the rust will eventually get to it and that worries me

Susan B

Dodge stratus. Easy on the eyes and easy on the wallet.

The car performs smoothly. It rides so smooth that you think you are moving at 45 mph and when you check the speedometer you are moving at 85. For a 4 cylinder car it has a lot of get up and go. It is comfortable to drive and it is a quiet ride. It uses very little gas and classy/sporty silhouette. The car features self-locking doors for your safety. Airbags and antilock brakes; plenty of let room and will seat a family of 5 comfortably.

Negative Owner Reviews

Kelli F

Good on gas and low maintenance.

Too hard to fix. Not enough room for grandkids. The gas mileage is not near as good as reported. I need a new car.

Shawn Y

Horrible investment. Very disappointed, will never buy one again.

Very uncomfortable, many problems with engine and poor features. Has a very poor stereo, runs very rough. Hardly any heat and defrost makes it quit running sometimes. Rust everywhere. Poor gas mileage. Does not hold any value. Would trade it for anything else.

Tiffany Ann M

I only bought my vehicle for $400 off a friend and I've put three times more than that into fixing it. With no solution in sight.

I've replaced everything that the computer has told me was wrong and nothing worked. I haven't been able to use it in a week and I depend on it for everyday use. Without it life is a struggle.

Sara N

Crappy car. Do not buy this car.

Breaks easily. Does not have good gas mileage. Always needs repairs. I wouldn't recommend buying this car at all.

Charlotte F

Worst car I have ever owned

Nothing but problems since I've had it. It's currently broken down. Again! It is absolutely the worst car I have ever had, and will never purchase another one like it ever again. I have wasted more money on it than it is worth and I honestly think I would be better off selling it for scrap metal.

Corrie K

A decent vehicle ruined by bad design choices.

The dodge stratus is a pain to work on. Many times things need to be moved, and the battery is in the left wheel well. Expect expensive repairs due to this. The v6 engine is good, with a solid amount of power, but gas mileage struggles around 20/23 in best of conditions. Features are basic and you'll want an aftermarket radio, especially if you want aux or Bluetooth. It is fairly comfortable and can be fun to drive, I take naps for lunch in the backseat with little complaint. While the engine is decent, the cooling system is awful and has required numerous repairs and replacements.

Emma D

My cars heater/ac only works on high even though I have replaced the panel twice.

Have replaced several sensors, the battery, radiator, water pump, thermostat twice, two of the window motors but two are still broken, and a couple other things. Almost everything in the car is unnecessarily difficult to access. For example, to replace the battery you must jack up the car and take off the front tire to access it.

Christina D

Adore my stratus? Not so much.

My Dodge stratus has not really been too bad of a car it gets great gas mileage. It's just that it has always came with really bad cosmetic issue. Like these cars seem to fall apart and the struts are horrible. This is my second Dodge stratus. My car is also a 04.

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 18-18 MPG 5 Seats

SXT

147 HP 25-28 MPG 5 Seats

200 HP 18-18 MPG 5 Seats

R/T

200 HP 24-25 MPG 5 Seats

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2004 Dodge Stratus Owner Reviews

3.70

77 Reviews

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5 stars

30%

4 stars

31%

3 stars

25%

2 stars

1 star

Joe R on June 5, 2021

The car still runs and has over 200,000 miles. I take it to work and back everyday. Original transmission

Works fine with 200,000 miles. Minor repairs needed like tires and windshield wipers. Still gets me to work

Deon T on March 13, 2021

My car was reliable as well as good on gas. It may not of been a newer car but it's a great car.

I love the fact that it's reliable. I love the color of it. I love the gas intake

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Ranks #16 Midsize Cars by Owners

The 2004 Dodge Stratus has an average owner rating of 3.70 out of 5 which ranks it #16 of 16 other Midsize Cars.

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4.47

2004 Dodge Stratus

3.7

Ranks #5 Midsize Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2004 Dodge Stratus has a combined MPG of 30 which ranks it #5 of 17 other Midsize Cars.

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34 MPG

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2004 Toyota Camry

32 MPG

Tie

2004 Dodge Stratus

28 MPG

Is The 2004 Dodge Stratus A Good Car?

Yes. The only problem with the vehicle is that it drains gas quickly. It sometimes bounces so sometimes I don't know exactly how much gas I actually have.

Joseph C.

I think Dodge Stratus is a great vehicle. I've owned two of them. They run good, they have lots of power to be a 4 cyl and they are GREAT on gas.

Kenneth S.

The vehicle is average. It is not a fancy car and is not very advanced. The car is great for driving to and from locations daily.

Matt S.

I think it's a great car, it's little and gets me from school and home and gets me to my boyfriends. The gas mileage isn't horrible and it takes 25-30 dollars to fill my tank

Andrea M.

Yes, it's a great car... not bad on gas, goes good in the snow, easy to drive, & the price of the car was right

Gabriel M.

Yes. Very reliable and cute. It looks modern enough but is humble for a teenager or stylish enough for a young adult to feel fulfilled in.

Summer B.

How Reliable Is The 2004 Dodge Stratus?

It is reliable. The only problem I have is that it drains gas quickly. I never had any other problems besides having to get new tires. The engine, the lights, the air, the radio, and battery are all... Read More

Marjorie M.

I've had no problems with this car. It's always been reliable but it does have the same maintenance problems all cars have. Things like recharging the AC, changing oil, etc..

Khalil J.

The car is very reliable! There have not been many major work that the car has needed. The battery, breaks, and the tires have all been replaced once since buying the car used. It is a quality and... Read More

Cathy D.

It's very reliable and the only problems I've had is normal wear and tear. I've replaced my front wheel bearings and the back ones need replaced and my gas line eventually

Samantha M.

It's reliable... only normal maintenance - oil, tires, battery, brakes & rotors... but the battery is a pain to change since by it's in the front wheel well

Carrie B.

Very reliable. Had mine for 2 years, my uncle owning it years before me, and it's never given me any problems whatsoever

L F.

Is The 2004 Dodge Stratus A Good Value?

It is fairly good priced car. When I purchased mine, it was two thousand and five hundred dollars. I think that is good.

Tara H.

My Stratus cost $2500.00. It is a very good value. This car is a sports coupe with all the bells and whistles. The only issue I have with it is that it's a 2-door.

Crystal L.

Considering the car is not being made anymore, the car is about $800-$2000. The car is worth the money and is a good value starter car.

Kathryn Y.

It cost $1,250 - used - which was a great value... think it cost $20,000 new which would have been a good value years ago

Hung T.

Mine was about $1,200. I got very lucky. I've seen some on Kelly blue book for around $2,000-$4,000. It's a very good deal for a reliable car that's cute and modern enough

ra T.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do i perform the 2004 Dodge Stratus security reset?

Answer: There is no way to reset the ignition anti theft on a 2004 Dodge Stratus without takeng it to a shop in order to flash the system. If You are struggling to get Your vehicle working because of this issue You...

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Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Rollover

Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front