The five-seat Avenger is related to the Chrysler 200 and is Dodge’s entry in the midsize sedan segment. Competitors include the Chevrolet Malibu, Ford Fusion and Mazda6. New for 2014 The Blacktop and Rallye appearance packages, previously available only on SXT models, are now available on the base SE trim. The Blacktop Package includes black-painted 18-inch wheels and front grille, dark-colored headlight housings and a body-color rear spoiler. The Rallye Package includes 18-inch wheels, a body-color grille and rear spoiler, and dark-colored headlight housings. Chrome-clad wheels are optional on the Rallye. Exterior Highlights
Crosshair grille
Standard 17-inch steel wheels; 17- or 18-inch aluminum rims available
Dual exhaust tips (V-6 models)
LED taillamps
Available fog lights
Available heated side mirrors
Available sunroof
Available rear spoiler
Interior Highlights
Cloth seats; leather upholstery available
Manual air conditioning; automatic air conditioning available
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel with audio controls
Keyless entry
60/40-split folding backseat
CD stereo with MP3 jack
Available touch-screen stereo with music hard drive
Available navigation system
Available Uconnect hands-free phone connectivity
Under the Hood
Base 173-horsepower, 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine with a four- or six-speed automatic transmission
Available 283-hp, 3.6-liter V-6 with a six-speed automatic