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2011 Dodge

Avenger

Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L

Dodge Avenger: best and worst years
2011 Dodge Avenger
2011 photoElise240SXCC BY-SA 4.0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Midsize CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic 4-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel
RegularEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

HP
283
Power to weight
0.083 hp/lb
Axle ratio
2.69
Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Aspiration
Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
29 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG City
21 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG Comb
24 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel $/yr
$2,600EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Smog score
6/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Real-world MPG
28.9 mpg, reported by 2 driversabout 4.9 mpg above the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
193 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Width
73 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Height
58 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Wheelbase
109 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Curb Weight
3,393 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Pass. Vol
101 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Cargo Vol
13 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls
3
Owner complaints
209
Reported injuries
6
Theft rate
1.8 per 1,000 produced (CY 2011 federal data)

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER18%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM13%
  • ENGINE12%
  • AIR BAGS11%
  • VISIBILITY/WIPER7%
  • SEAT BELTS6%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 311 total.

Dodge Avenger: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year

  • PE19014opened Sep 9, 2019SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

    Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment

  • PE12016opened Jun 18, 2012ENGINE

    Engine stall

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

60 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Apr 2, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHER104087

    ACTUATOR - A/C AND HEATER

  • Apr 2, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHER103954

    ACTUATOR - A/C AND HEATER

  • Sep 15, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEM9100226

    Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. Please use the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website until this issue is resolved.

  • Jul 27, 2023EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL9100196

    Lubrication and Maintenance Fluids If MOPAR fluids and chemicals are not readily available, please review Service Library for specifications so a suitable alternative can be used

  • Feb 22, 2023ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING9003357a

    ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter (Pentastar V6) For all 2014MY replace the Oil Filter Adapter (OFA). For any other MY review and follow instructions from the latest STAR Online S1809000007 available on Dealer Connect. Also, consider the following: 1) Remove OFA 2) Replace only the oil inlet O-ring and gaskets (seals kit in SOL above). 3) Re-install the OFA. For 2023MY and beyond use black O-ring. For 2022MY and prior use red O-ring. Note: When replacing OFA, it may be necessary to transfer the Oil

  • Feb 14, 2023BACK OVER PREVENTION9003357

    ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter (Pentastar V6) For all 2014MY replace the Oil Filter Adapter (OFA). For any other MY (with mileage above 30,000) review and follow instructions from STAR Online S1809000007 REV. C available on Dealer Connect. Also, consider the following: 1) Remove OFA 2) Replace only the oil inlet O-ring and gaskets (seals kit in SOL above). 3) Re-install the OFA. For 2023MY and beyond use black O-ring. For 2022MY and prior use red O-ring. Note: When replacing OFA, it may be necessar

  • Jan 14, 2023POWER TRAINU67 Combo Rev10

    Emissions recal U67 Catalytic Converter Efficiency

  • Nov 1, 2022POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWAREU67

    Some of the above-involved vehicles may exceed NOx (Oxides of Nitrogen) emission level standards due to loss of catalytic converter efficiency

  • and 52 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr / 60k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.