The Stratus sedan is brother to the Stratus coupe. Together
they form a tandem in which each is confidently slotted
in its respective segment. Not the fastest or flashiest
vehicles out there, they are nonetheless solid entries that
offer a good value for your dollar.
For 2003, Dodge introduces the Dodge Stratus SXT, an attractive,
value-packed sedan with the customary power and precision
of other Stratus trims. All Stratus models have a thorough
safety setup to protect everyone in the event of a collision.
However, to prevent such an occurrence from happening, the
Stratus sedan is given excellent driver responsiveness.
Available Models
The 2003 Dodge Stratus sedan is offered in four trim levels:
SE, SXT, ES and R/T.
Interior Features
Five passengers will find plenty of room to relax in the
2003 Dodge Stratus sedan. The standard features are packaged
in bunches, starting from the entry-level SE and moving
all the way up to the fully decked-out R/T trim level.
Air conditioning, cruise control, power mirrors, windows
and door locks, an AM/FM radio with an in-dash 4-disc CD
changer, a digital clock, a rear defogger and a theft deterrent
system are just some of the items found on every Stratus
sedan model. For options, a sunroof, leather upholstery,
a 6-disc CD changer and a car alarm are all available.
Exterior Features
For 2003, Dodge Stratus sedan introduces two new colors:
Deep Lava Red (not available on R/T) and Brilliant Black
Crystal.
Performance
Getting up to speed is not a problem with any of the Stratus
sedan models. SE, ES and R/T trims are powered by an all-aluminum
2.7-liter, 24-valve V6 engine, which has the distinction
of being upgraded to Flexible Fuel Vehicle status. This
engine generates 200 horsepower at 5800 rpm and 190 lb-ft.
of torque at 4850 rpm. SXT's 2.4-liter, 16-valve 4-cylinder
engine produces 150 horsepower at 5200 rpm and 167 lb-ft.
of torque at 4000 rpm.
In addition, the Stratus sedan features the simplest, lightest,
most compact transaxle of comparable torque capacity in
the industry.
Safety and Security
Stratus sedan was given a five-star rating by the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for both the
driver and front passenger in a frontal impact and for rollover
resistance. Other safety features include an advanced occupant
restraint system, dual front airbags and optional curtain
side airbags.
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2003 Dodge Stratus Sedan
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Powertrain
2.7-liter
DOHC V-6 Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) engine (only
with automatic transaxle)
Chassis
15-inch
painted five-spoke Dodge wheelcover — Standard
on SE
16-inch
chrome aluminum wheel — Standard on ES
Electrical and Electronic
Systems
Six-disc
in-dash CD changer replaces four-disc in-dash CD changer
Body
Exterior
colors Deep Lava Red and Brilliant Black Crystal
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