Trim Report

Dodge Stratus SXT2006

Includes:STRATU|SXT
$990
Starting From
17
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 17 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $990
Max $7,950
From $990
Fresh

SXT Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$1,700
$2K–$5K
9 listings97,222 avg miles
SXT
From$990
17 listings|$990–$8K

2006 Dodge Stratus SXT Pricing

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Where to Find Dodge Stratus SXT

Location data for all 2006 Dodge Stratus trims combined

9States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Michigan (20%), but the remaining listings are spread across 8 other states nationwide.

Dodge Stratus Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2006 Dodge Stratus trims

Elevated

With 2 recalls and 74 complaints, the 2006 Dodge Stratus rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

2
Recalls
74
Complaints
19
Crashes
3
Fires
Recall Findings
09E0560002009-09-10
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

QUALIS AUTOMOTIVE IS RECALLING CERTAIN AFTERMARKET BALL JOINTS SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE SOCKET MAY HAVE BEEN EXCESSIVELY HARDENED WHICH COULD CAUSE IT TO CRACK NEAR THE RETAINING RING GROOVE ALLOWING THE BALL STUD TO SEPARATE UNDER IMPACT LOAD. THE SUBJECT BALL JOINTS WERE SOLD AS FOUR PART NUMBERS, D10945, D10946, G10945, AND G10946. THE AFFECTED CONTROL ARMS, D10945 AND D10946, ARE STAMPED WITH THE FOLLOWING DATES ON THE BALL JOINTS: 134308, 135708, 100109, 102709, 104109, 105509, 107609, 108909, 110309, 113209, AND 116609. THE G10945 AND G10946 ARE THE SAME PART AS THE D10945 AND D10946 RESPECTIVELY. THEY ARE LABELED DIFFERENTLY DEPENDING ON THE AFTERMARKET CUSTOMER.

SEPARATION OF THE BALL STUD FROM THE SOCKET OF THE BALL JOINT HOUSING WOULD ALLOW THE CONTROL ARM TO COLLAPSE AND THE WHEEL TO FOLD IN CAUSING LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.

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10E0590002010-27-12
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

FEDERAL-MOGUL IS RECALLING CERTAIN REPLACEMENT CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLIES, PART NUMBERS K7425, 10945, FA4510X, K7427, 10946, AND FA4611X, SOLD FOR USE ON VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE BALL JOINT ON THE CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY CAN FAIL CAUSING THE BALL STUD TO WEAR THROUGH THE CONTROL ARM HOUSING RESULTING IN NOISE AND/OR SEPARATION OF THE BALL STUD FROM THE HOUSING.

IF THERE IS A SEPARATION OF THE BALL STUD FROM THE HOUSING, THE DRIVER CAN LOOSE STEERING CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2006 Dodge Stratus's biggest weak point? ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. It leads 74 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Engine And Engine Cooling10
02Suspension9
03Air Bags8
04Electrical System5
05Engine4
74 total across 1 model years (2006–2006)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Dodge Stratus Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2006 Dodge Stratus trims

21–22mpg combined
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19-20city
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25-27hwy
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$3,050-$3,200/yr

Fuel economy for the 2006 Dodge Stratus ranges from 21 to 22 MPG combined across 3 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Stratus 4 Door - Automatic 4-spd
22mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city27 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor
Stratus 4 Door - Automatic 4-spd
21mpg
2.7L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city25 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the SXT Worth It?

Common questions about the 2006 Dodge Stratus SXT

How does the SXT compare to other Dodge Stratus trims?

Every Dodge Stratus trim targets a different buyer. The 2006 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2006 Dodge Stratus SXT?

Maintenance costs for the SXT align with the broader Dodge Stratus ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2006 model year has 2 recalls on record. The most-reported issue area is engine and engine cooling. Check the 2006 Dodge Stratus page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Dodge Stratus SXT?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Dodge Stratus SXT year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Dodge Stratus overview compares all years side by side.

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