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1998 Dodge Stratus

Used 1998 Dodge Stratus

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1998 Dodge Stratus Exterior: 0
Fuel Economy
20 combined mpg
Horsepower
150 - 168 hp
Engine
3 engines available
Engine Options
  • 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter
  • 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter
  • V6, 2.5 Liter
Cargo Volume
15.7 cu ft
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1998 Dodge Stratus Overview

1998 Dodge Stratus Pricing

1998 Dodge Stratus pricing starts at $1,792 for the Stratus Sedan 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $16,425 when new. The range-topping 1998 Stratus ES Sedan 4D starts at $1,931 today, originally priced from $19,000.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
$16,425
$1,792
$19,000
$1,931

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 1998 Dodge Stratus models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

Stratus Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Dodge Stratus (1995-2000) a 3.7 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 77% recommend it. These figures are based on 318 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 1998 Dodge Stratus

"Me likey!"

"My wife bought it when new when we were dating because I would not let her buy a minivan. She complied, so I married her. Other than a faulty AC hose when newish, and a total auto trans failure ($2000 at 60K miles), this car has been very solid. The autostick trans is great. MPG is good with the 2.5 L V-6 (25+). I do most maint on car myself, and it is simple, but for the rear 3 plugs (must remove intake manifold). Handles terrifically. I removed the plastic factory front shock tower installation guides (white) and pushed the towers fully inwards to maximize camber. This helped with the tendency for outsides of front tires to wear prematurely, as well as increasing the cornering G limit. DO THIS YOURSELF WITH CAR ON JACKS! I would not mind another 40 HP like the next generation Stratus has, but then the MPG would suffer. It is no slouch, though, especially if you use the autostick and keep revs where you want them (3000+). I have 100K miles on it, and have experienced minimal brake pad/rotor wear. Doesn't burn oil excessively. I would reduce interval for changing coolant though, as it comes out WAY ROTTEN if you wait till the recommended intervals. The leather seats have not held up at all, but the paint has done great. No other simple problems with car. I intend to keep car until it drops, but I may reconsider depending on if/when trans dies again."

"good car"

"I have owened this car for 9 years. I bought it with 16,000 and it now has 182,000.The only bad thing about this car is where the battery is if you needed to replace it. You have to take the front driver tire off and take the inside of the fender well off to just get to the battery. What a pain.. One of the best things about this car is it hardly uses oil. I have had minor things worked on like the heater does not put out much heat. No matter what has been done to the heater is still won't produce heat..but I can live with that.. It has been a great work car and will run it till it dies."

"This car has been amazing."

"Owning this car has been a great experience. It has performed flawlessly for 235,000 miles even though I have not always provided the proper care it needed. No major problems. For 11 years it has been my "work horse", always ready to meet the challenge, and now that it's time to get a new work vehicle, it's kinda sad to say goodbye. I know it's just a machine, but having a vehicle this reliable and trustworthy, you can't help but develop an attachment, like an old friend."

Overall 1998 Dodge Stratus Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1998 Dodge Stratus is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1998 Dodge Stratus quality a 3.8 out of 5.

1998 Dodge Stratus Reliability

The 1998 Dodge Stratus receives an average consumer rating of 3.7 overall and a 4 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 1998 Stratus Features

According to drivers of the 1998 Stratus, here are some of its best features:

  • Reliability, comfort, style, acceleration, sporty.
  • Bang for your buck!!!
  • Great price, Not a gas hog, comfortable
  • Great for the price, fun to drive.
  • Lots of room and trunk space for the car.

1998 Dodge Stratus MPG by Trim

1998 Stratus ES Sedan 4D - city 17 MPG - hwy 26 MPG

1998 Stratus Safety

NHTSA Safety Rating

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 1998 Dodge Stratus front-side driver crash test rating is 3 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 4 out of 5.

1998 Dodge Stratus Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
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1998 Dodge Stratus
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

88%Recommend this vehicle
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31%
5
31%
4
31%
4
31%
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19%
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19%
2
13%
2
13%
1
5%
1
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Value
3.9
Performance
4.0
Quality
3.8
Comfort
4.0
Reliability
4.0
Styling
3.9

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1998 Dodge Stratus Depreciation

A 1998 Dodge Stratus has a current resale value of $1,297 and trade-in value of $688.

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1998 Dodge Stratus Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
$420
$1,162
$507
2023
+ $170
$1,332
$728
2024
$25
$1,307
$689
Now
$10
$1,297
$688
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

1998 Dodge Stratus Depreciation

Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.


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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
2911 lbs.
EPA Passenger
95.5 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
16.0 gallons
Front Head Room
38.1 inches
Front Leg Room
42.3 inches
Max Seating Capacity
5
Minimum Ground Clearance
5.6 inches
Overall Length
186.0 inches
Front Shoulder Room
55.2 inches
Towing Capacity, Maximum
1500 lbs.
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
15.7 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
37.0 feet
Wheel Base
108.0 inches
Width with mirrors
71.0 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
4 doors
Rear Spoiler
Available

Mechanical

Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission Type
Automatic

Performance

Horsepower
150 @ 5200 RPM
Torque
167 @ 4000 rpm
Engine
4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter

Warranty

Basic
3 years / 36000 miles
Powertrain
3 years / 36000 miles
Corrosion
5 years / 100000 miles

Entertainment

  • DVD Entertainment System
  • MP3 Player
  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Leather Seats
  • Dual Power Front Seats
  • Power Driver's Seat

Technology

  • Cruise Control
  • Navigation System

1998 Dodge Stratus Safety

1998 Dodge Stratus Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
Not Available

Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Driver Front
3.0
Passenger Front
4.0
Front Side
3.0
Rear Side
2.0

1998 Dodge Stratus Rankings

FAQs

Is 1998 a good year for a Dodge Stratus?

Owners of the vehicle give it 3.7 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1998 Stratus is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the Dodge Stratus 1998 a good Sedan?

Owners of the vehicle give it 3.7 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1998 Stratus is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.
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