How much does the 2008 Dodge Avenger cost?

The 2008 Dodge Avenger has a starting MSRP of $19,640, ranging up to $26,220 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes SE from $19,640; SXT from $20,570; R/T from $24,220.

What is the fuel economy of the 2008 Dodge Avenger?

The 2008 Dodge Avenger achieves up to 24 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.

How much cargo space does the 2008 Dodge Avenger have?

The 2008 Dodge Avenger offers up to 13.4 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.

How much can the 2008 Dodge Avenger tow?

The 2008 Dodge Avenger has a maximum towing capacity of up to 2,000 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.

How many trims does the 2008 Dodge Avenger come in?

The 2008 Dodge Avenger is available in 3 trims (4 total configurations) across Sedan body styles with front wheel drive, all wheel drive.

2008 Dodge Avenger

3 trims · 4 configurations · Sedan

Starting MSRP

$19,640 – $26,220

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Pricing

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MSRP by trim

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Purchase information

Based on SE

Total price (SE MSRP)

$19,640

Typical monthly

$389/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-10-11). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2008 Dodge Avenger trims

SE
MSRP
$19,640
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
21/30
Horsepower
173 hp
Torque
166 lb-ft
Engine
2.4L I4 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
13.4
Max towing
1,000 lbs
SXT
MSRP
$20,570
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
21/30
Horsepower
173 hp
Torque
166 lb-ft
Engine
2.4L I4 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
13.4
Max towing
2,000 lbs
R/T FWD
MSRP
$24,220
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
16/26
Horsepower
235 hp
Torque
232 lb-ft
Engine
3.5L V6 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
13.4
Max towing
2,000 lbs
R/T AWD
MSRP
$26,220
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
15/24
Horsepower
235 hp
Torque
232 lb-ft
Engine
3.5L V6 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
AWD
Cargo (cu ft)
13.4
Max towing
2,000 lbs

Compare 2008 Dodge Avenger trim specifications
Spec	SE	SXT	R/T FWD	R/T AWD
MSRP	$19,640	$20,570	$24,220	$26,220
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	21/30	21/30	16/26	15/24
Horsepower	173 hp	173 hp	235 hp	235 hp
Torque	166 lb-ft	166 lb-ft	232 lb-ft	232 lb-ft
Engine	2.4L I4 gas	2.4L I4 gas	3.5L V6 gas	3.5L V6 gas
Seating	5	5	5	5
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD	AWD
Cargo (cu ft)	13.4	13.4	13.4	13.4
Max towing	1,000 lbs	2,000 lbs	2,000 lbs	2,000 lbs

Manufacturer specifications by trim and drivetrain. Same trim names with different MSRPs are distinct FWD/AWD (or other drivetrain) configurations from the catalog. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type: SEgas
SXTgas
R/T FWDgas
R/T AWDgas
Fuel type: SEregular unleaded
SXTregular unleaded
R/T FWDregular unleaded
R/T AWDregular unleaded
Cylinders: SEI4
SXTI4
R/T FWDV6
R/T AWDV6
Displacement: SE2.4 L
SXT2.4 L
R/T FWD3.5 L
R/T AWD3.5 L
Horsepower: SE173 hp
SXT173 hp
R/T FWD235 hp
R/T AWD235 hp
Torque: SE166 lb-ft
SXT166 lb-ft
R/T FWD232 lb-ft
R/T AWD232 lb-ft
Transmission: SE4-speed automatic
SXT4-speed automatic
R/T FWD6-speed shiftable automatic
R/T AWD6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain: SEfront wheel drive
SXTfront wheel drive
R/T FWDfront wheel drive
R/T AWDall wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type: SESedan
SXTSedan
R/T FWDSedan
R/T AWDSedan
Doors: SE4
SXT4
R/T FWD4
R/T AWD4
Seating: SE5
SXT5
R/T FWD5
R/T AWD5
Length: SE190.9 in
SXT190.9 in
R/T FWD190.9 in
R/T AWD190.9 in
Width: SE72.8 in
SXT72.8 in
R/T FWD72.8 in
R/T AWD72.8 in
Height: SE58.9 in
SXT58.9 in
R/T FWD58.9 in
R/T AWD58.9 in
Wheelbase: SE108.9 in
SXT108.9 in
R/T FWD108.9 in
R/T AWD108.9 in
Ground clearance: SE5.2 in
SXT5.2 in
R/T FWD5.2 in
R/T AWD5.2 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity: SE13.4 cu ft
SXT13.4 cu ft
R/T FWD13.4 cu ft
R/T AWD13.4 cu ft
Max towing: SE1,000 lbs
SXT2,000 lbs
R/T FWD2,000 lbs
R/T AWD2,000 lbs
Curb weight: SE3,355 lbs
SXT3,465 lbs
R/T FWD3,568 lbs
R/T AWD3,738 lbs
Fuel tank: SE16.9 gal
SXT16.9 gal
R/T FWD16.9 gal
R/T AWD17.2 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG: SE24
SXT24
R/T FWD19
R/T AWD18
City MPG: SE21
SXT21
R/T FWD16
R/T AWD15
Highway MPG: SE30
SXT30
R/T FWD26
R/T AWD24

Full specifications by trim
Spec	SE	SXT	R/T FWD	R/T AWD
Engine & drivetrain
Engine type	gas	gas	gas	gas
Fuel type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
Cylinders	I4	I4	V6	V6
Displacement	2.4 L	2.4 L	3.5 L	3.5 L
Horsepower	173 hp	173 hp	235 hp	235 hp
Torque	166 lb-ft	166 lb-ft	232 lb-ft	232 lb-ft
Transmission	4-speed automatic	4-speed automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	front wheel drive	front wheel drive	front wheel drive	all wheel drive
Dimensions
Body type	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan
Doors	4	4	4	4
Seating	5	5	5	5
Length	190.9 in	190.9 in	190.9 in	190.9 in
Width	72.8 in	72.8 in	72.8 in	72.8 in
Height	58.9 in	58.9 in	58.9 in	58.9 in
Wheelbase	108.9 in	108.9 in	108.9 in	108.9 in
Ground clearance	5.2 in	5.2 in	5.2 in	5.2 in
Capacity & weight
Cargo capacity	13.4 cu ft	13.4 cu ft	13.4 cu ft	13.4 cu ft
Max towing	1,000 lbs	2,000 lbs	2,000 lbs	2,000 lbs
Curb weight	3,355 lbs	3,465 lbs	3,568 lbs	3,738 lbs
Fuel tank	16.9 gal	16.9 gal	16.9 gal	17.2 gal
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPG	24	24	19	18
City MPG	21	21	16	15
Highway MPG	30	30	26	24

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2008 Dodge Avenger FAQ

How much does the 2008 Dodge Avenger cost?: The 2008 Dodge Avenger has a starting MSRP of $19,640, ranging up to $26,220 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes SE from $19,640; SXT from $20,570; R/T from $24,220.
What is the fuel economy of the 2008 Dodge Avenger?: The 2008 Dodge Avenger achieves up to 24 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
How much cargo space does the 2008 Dodge Avenger have?: The 2008 Dodge Avenger offers up to 13.4 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
How much can the 2008 Dodge Avenger tow?: The 2008 Dodge Avenger has a maximum towing capacity of up to 2,000 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.
How many trims does the 2008 Dodge Avenger come in?: The 2008 Dodge Avenger is available in 3 trims (4 total configurations) across Sedan body styles with front wheel drive, all wheel drive.