WITH butch good looks reminiscent of a coupe, Dodge has just launched its Avenger family saloon in the UK and it will be in showrooms from September.
Prices start at just £15,000 and with those strong good looks, it could be just the bargain you've been looking for.
There are three engines to choose from; a petrol 2.0-litre with 154bhp and a 2.4 with 167, plus a 2.0-litre diesel with 138bhp.
The 2.0-litre petrol comes with a five-speed manual and the diesel has a six-speeder but the 2.4 petrol is only available with a four speed auto.
Safety is very high on the agenda, with loads of airbags and an array of electronic safety devices.
The Avenger will be covered by Dodge's three-year/60,000-mile mechanical warranty, seven-year anti-corrosion warranty and three-year/60,000-mile European roadside assistance cover.
Price start from £15000 for the 2.0-litre petrol to £18,000 for the top 2.4 automatic.
Interior
There will be two trim levels available from launch - SE and SXT. Each includes an alarm system, tyre pressure monitors, stability control and traction control.
Top SXT models will also have foglamps, 18-inch alloys, boot spoiler, heated leather front seats and wheel-mounted audio controls.
FAST FACTS
Dodge Avenger 2.0 SE
Price: £15,000
Mechanical: 154bhp, 2 litres, 4 cyl petrol driving front wheels via 5 speed manual gearbox
Max speed: 125mph
0-62mph: 10.7secs
Combined mpg: 36
Insurance group: n/a
CO2 emissions: 185g/km
BIK rating: 24%
Warranty: 3 years, 60,000 miles, 7 yrs anti-rust and 3 yrs breakdown
Marks: Looks good so 9/10
Main Rival: Ford Mondeo