Dodge Avenger (JS). 2008–14 (prod. n/a). 4-door sedan. F/F, 1968 cm³ diesel, 2360 cm³ petrol (I4 DOHC), 2736, 3605 cm³ (V6 DOHC), 3518 cm³ (V6 OHC). Awkward-looking mid-size sedan, known for poor fit and finish in its early years, poor braking and, for the OHC V6, poor fuel economy. Poor visibility, thanks to large C-pillars. Not that roomy for its class. Overhauled for 2011 model year, with greatly improved economy thanks to DOHC V6, and better acceleration. Average handling, but far better with R/T, which has the same engine, but chassis tweaks. Cabin improved with better plastics, but still attracting buyers on price rather than dynamics. Related to Chrysler Sebring (2007–10) and 200 successor.

Manufacturing location: Sterling Heights, Michigan, USA

Marque: Dodge | Model: Dodge Avenger | Predecessor: Dodge Stratus (2001–6)