2006 Dodge Stratus Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating

Source NHTSA

MPG (up to)

21 -22 City / 28 -30 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

150 -200

Seats

Positive Owner Reviews

Michelle K

Keep up maintenance and it will last a good long time. Very reliable.

It's a great little vehicle. I was not super excited when we bought it but it has turned out to be a great car with easy maintenance. I would highly recommend.

Kristina V

The reliability of the car.

The stratus is a good car. Have only had very minimal issues to include replacing the battery, replacing the alternator and replacing some fuses. The car does really well on gas mileage and also runs smoothly. The car also have a nice interior and sleek outside design.

Marijane R

This car lasts and lasts and lasts, and looks d**n good doing it!

We bought our vehicle used from my daughter who purchased another Dodge.We have had it for 8 years. We have had to do minimal service on this car. We do all the regular maintenance and have had no big repair problems, we are still very happy with the car.

Sharon R

How safe and easy it is to drive.

It's easy to drive. It gets good gas mileage. Very reliable transportation. It is very roomy. It is easy to get in and out of.

Bekah G

She is a reliable old soul.

This was my first car. I got her at 17 for $2,100. I have taken countless road trips, driven through storms and deserts. She has lasted me well.

Karen H

Great stratus auto, runs like a charm.

It has always run great, is comfortable, never any major problems with it other than driver window no longer works. All my Chrysler autos in the past have been good cars. Has always started even in frigid weather and run great. Would always recommend a Dodge or Chrysler .

Holly L

It's getting very old and still working great!

I love this car. It's lasted so long, it has now 200,000 miles and still going strong! It has loads of room, nice trunk, roomy seats and steers nicely.

Joe N

It is awesome but i may have to get a new one

Best car I have ever owned. Minimal repairs needed. Takes me on trips

Negative Owner Reviews

Stephanie P

The battery is located behind the tire so it requires the tire to be removed for battery replacement, total design flaw.

Vehicle has several mechanical issues that are expensive and difficult to keep up with. Size of vehicle is not the greatest for travel. Fuel efficiency is awful.

waylon b

It isn't very fast and has kind of slow acceleration.

My stratus has always been reliable. I like the car and gets me from point a to point b. It's also easy to maintain

Joshua B

The suspension is weird. It can have cooling problems.

The vehicle gets me from point a to point b. But I have had a lot of expensive mechanical issues

Jenna B

It's expensive when work is needed, but is overall, low maintenance. It tends to use up tires.

This car has been pretty reliable over the years, but when it needs work done, it's always a hassle. Everything is in a place that's difficult to reach - even the tire has to be removed just to change the battery.

John D

Would not recommend, but works okay.

This car is rather loud and has some transmission problems. Runs fine, but all of the electronics (radio, lights, and cruise control) have problems. I've had to replace a few fuses. It's comfortable and easy to drive, with plenty of interior space. It's a little low-seated, so getting in is like falling to the ground sometimes.

Ashley R

My beaten up reliable awesome stratus.

I mean it gets me to a to b but because it is used and older, it does have it is issues. But for the most part I love it; it has it is rust, oil issues along with the exhaust being busted. It is a reliable car and cannot wait to trade it in for a newer version.

Richie T

The gauges that tell you how the motor is doing.

My car is very dependable, has very good suspension, has nice electronic gauges for importance of a safe ride. Hs plenty of room in front and back seat, is very good on gas with the 2. 4 engine that Its got, the interior is nice velour seats which ads quality and endurance to a much fabulous ride, air conditioner is very powerful and relaxing.

Keith G

Passenger side door can not be opened from the outside.

It is in rough shape. The paint is the worst. Peeling clearcoat. Plus an oil leak. And a transmission fluid leak.

Dodge Stratus Models

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

SXT

150-200 HP 25-25 MPG 5 Seats

R/T

200 HP 25-25 MPG 5 Seats

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2006 Dodge Stratus Owner Reviews

3.88

68 Reviews

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5 stars

29%

4 stars

38%

3 stars

25%

2 stars

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Joshua B on March 14, 2021

The suspension is weird. It can have cooling problems.

The vehicle gets me from point a to point b. But I have had a lot of expensive mechanical issues

Andrew on March 9, 2021

Love jt

Got this car 3 moths ago with over 200,000 Mi on it. I have driven it back and forth from Michigan to Georgia three times now without any issues

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Pros from Owners

Elayna H.

Good gas mileage, drives smooth, it has two doors which makes it smaller and easier to handle, I like that it has a sunroof and access to the trunk from the backseat of the car. It drives pretty good in all types of weather.

Cons from Owners

Elayna H.

It is small so sometimes driving in bad conditions is tough. It is very low to the ground. It is hard for passengers to get in the backseat because it is a two door car, it is an older model so it needs some updating, such as the radio or seat material.

Ranks #13 Midsize Cars by Owners

The 2006 Dodge Stratus has an average owner rating of 3.88 out of 5 which ranks it #13 of 15 other Midsize Cars.

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4.43

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4.41

2006 Dodge Stratus

3.88

Ranks #7 Midsize Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2006 Dodge Stratus has a combined MPG of 31 which ranks it #7 of 15 other Midsize Cars.

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2006 Honda Accord

34 MPG

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2006 Toyota Camry

34 MPG

2006 Dodge Stratus

28 MPG

Is The 2006 Dodge Stratus A Good Car?

Yes, it has done it is job well. Biggest complaint so far is how hard it is to reach the battery to change it.

Lindsey R.

Yes it is been pretty reliable so far but I bought it salvaged and have had issues with the sway bar and other parts.

Brittany W.

Yes if you find a good one. It is great on gas, and is fuel efficient as far as highway miles. They are cheap to fix. It is small, but nice enough for a first time car for a teen.

Brittany W.

Yes, it’s lasted 16 years now and still going. Holds its miles well. I've got almost 300 miles on it and all I have to do is take care of the maintenance. I also like that I get good gas mileage

Bob T.

How Reliable Is The 2006 Dodge Stratus?

With general maintenance it has been a reliable car. I have had to replace some things, mostly related to wear and tear. As long as I keep up with its maintenance it has done well.

Lindsey R.

It has been somewhat reliable, I have had a few issues with it but nothing too major so far besides body damage and the sway bar.

Brittany W.

My car is pretty reliable. However it is giving me a few problems like minor repairs. The key to keeping this car alive would be oil changes, fluid services and tune ups.

Brittany W.

It is reliable however one of the defaults of dodge stratus is that it blows fuses easily. I make sure that I keep fuses in my car because they blow so often. Other than that, the other problems just... Read More

Chris E.

Is The 2006 Dodge Stratus A Good Value?

I bought it second hand for about $5,000. For me the value of the car has been good for what I paid for it and for the use I have gotten out of it.

Lindsey R.

I bought it salvaged for $1,200 but when I tried to trade it in they would not accept it due to the salvaged title.

Brittany W.

I purchased my car from an auction for $1000 bucks and I have ran into a few issues, but for the most part it was worth it.

Brittany W.

I only paid 2,500 out of pocket because I bought it off craigslist and the owner lied about a couple of its problems. However I would say that it is good value and cost not very much

Alice B.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the location of thermostat on 2006 Dodge Stratus?

Answer: The thermostat in a 2006 Dodge Stratus can be found at the end of the radiator hose encased in its housing next to the side of the engine. Specifically in the 4Cylinder Stratus it's traditionally located on top...

What's the 2006 Dodge Stratus coolant capacity?

Answer: The 2006 Dodge Stratus coolant capacity iS8 quarts. If You need to do a coolant change on the vehicle then You will first need to open the hood and find the radiator. It will be in front of the engine...

What's the 2006 dodge stratus oil type?

Answer: The 2006 Dodge Stratus came factory standard with a 2.4L 4Cylinder engine and there was also an upgrade option to a 2.7L V6 engine. No matter which engine model You have they will both need to run on synthetic...

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