Dodge Avenger 2.0 CRD (2007) CAR review

Surely that VW lump gives it some heart?

We’ve not driven the petrol engines, but it’s fairly safe to say that if you’re after an Avenger you’ll want the diesel. It’s not the fastest, nor most refined engine around, but the economy is impressive, with 45.6mpg possible on the official combined cycle.

But nobody achieves those figures in real-world driving…

Not normally no, but the Avenger’s not really a car you’ll want to hustle so you’re likely to come close. The body control is poor, the Avenger heaving over bumps in the road and the steering is very vague. Add a six-speeder that doesn’t like to be hurried and you’ll give up trying to drive the Avenger quickly and instead play about with its numerous toys.