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2012 Dodge Avenger

4 trims · Sedan

Starting MSRP

$18,995 – $25,995

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Key specifications

NHTSA safety

★★★★☆

4 / 5 overall

Frontal (driver)★★★★★
Frontal (passenger)★★★☆☆
Side (driver)★★★☆☆
Side (passenger)★★★★★
Rollover★★★★☆

Source: NHTSA · 3 recalls on record

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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)

$18,995

Typical monthly

$376/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 2012 Dodge Avenger trims

  • SE

    MSRP
    $18,995
    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)
    13.5
    Max towing
    1,000 lbs

  • SXT

    MSRP
    $21,495
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    20/31
    Horsepower
    173 hp
    Torque
    166 lb-ft
    Engine
    2.4L I4 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    13.5
    Max towing
    1,000 lbs

  • SXT Plus

    MSRP
    $23,995
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    19/29
    Horsepower
    283 hp
    Torque
    260 lb-ft
    Engine
    3.6L V6 flex-fuel (FFV)
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    13.5
    Max towing
    1,000 lbs

  • R/T

    MSRP
    $25,995
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    19/29
    Horsepower
    283 hp
    Torque
    260 lb-ft
    Engine
    3.6L V6 flex-fuel (FFV)
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    13.5
    Max towing
    1,000 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
SXT Plusflex-fuel (FFV)
R/Tflex-fuel (FFV)
Fuel type
SEregular unleaded
SXTregular unleaded
SXT Plusflex-fuel (unleaded/E85)
R/Tflex-fuel (unleaded/E85)
Cylinders
SEI4
SXTI4
SXT PlusV6
R/TV6
Displacement
SE2.4 L
SXT2.4 L
SXT Plus3.6 L
R/T3.6 L
Horsepower
SE173 hp
SXT173 hp
SXT Plus283 hp
R/T283 hp
Torque
SE166 lb-ft
SXT166 lb-ft
SXT Plus260 lb-ft
R/T260 lb-ft
Transmission
SE4-speed automatic
SXT6-speed shiftable automatic
SXT Plus6-speed shiftable automatic
R/T6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain
SEfront wheel drive
SXTfront wheel drive
SXT Plusfront wheel drive
R/Tfront wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type
SESedan
SXTSedan
SXT PlusSedan
R/TSedan
Doors
SE4
SXT4
SXT Plus4
R/T4
Seating
SE5
SXT5
SXT Plus5
R/T5
Length
SE192.6 in
SXT192.6 in
SXT Plus192.6 in
R/T192.6 in
Width
SE72.8 in
SXT72.8 in
SXT Plus72.8 in
R/T72.8 in
Height
SE58.4 in
SXT58.4 in
SXT Plus58.4 in
R/T—
Wheelbase
SE108.9 in
SXT108.9 in
SXT Plus108.9 in
R/T108.9 in
Ground clearance
SE6 in
SXT6 in
SXT Plus6 in
R/T—

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity
SE13.5 cu ft
SXT13.5 cu ft
SXT Plus13.5 cu ft
R/T13.5 cu ft
Max towing
SE1,000 lbs
SXT1,000 lbs
SXT Plus1,000 lbs
R/T1,000 lbs
Curb weight
SE3,394 lbs
SXT3,394 lbs
SXT Plus3,603 lbs
R/T3,603 lbs
Fuel tank
SE16.9 gal
SXT16.9 gal
SXT Plus16.9 gal
R/T16.9 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG
SE24
SXT24
SXT Plus22
R/T22
City MPG
SE21
SXT20
SXT Plus19
R/T19
Highway MPG
SE30
SXT31
SXT Plus29
R/T29

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2012 Dodge Avenger FAQ

How much does the 2012 Dodge Avenger cost?
The 2012 Dodge Avenger has a starting MSRP of $18,995, ranging up to $25,995 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes SE from $18,995; SXT from $21,495; SXT Plus from $23,995; R/T from $25,995.
What is the fuel economy of the 2012 Dodge Avenger?
The 2012 Dodge Avenger achieves up to 24 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
How much cargo space does the 2012 Dodge Avenger have?
The 2012 Dodge Avenger offers up to 13.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
How much can the 2012 Dodge Avenger tow?
The 2012 Dodge Avenger has a maximum towing capacity of up to 1,000 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.
Is the 2012 Dodge Avenger safe?
The 2012 Dodge Avenger earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for this model year; check the recalls section for details.
How many trims does the 2012 Dodge Avenger come in?
The 2012 Dodge Avenger is available in 4 trims across Sedan body styles with front wheel drive.