1997 Dodge Intrepid Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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User reviews for 1997 Dodge Intrepid
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by Anonymous
Mar 06, 2020
Great blend of comfort, power, fuel economy, and handling.
My Intrepid has proven to be quite reliable. The only major work I have had to do (beyond routine maintenance) is replace a leaking camshaft seal around 245,000 miles and replace a head gasket (and all other gaskets involved in the teardown) at 286,000 miles.Mar 06, 2020
by John S
May 30, 2013
The performance on this car is good for the size. It has a strong 3.3l in it that has no problem getting up to speed. Braking and handling are both Excellent for the size of the car.
This car had a lot wrong with it when i bought it but i drove it for a long time before a water pump brought it down, After replacing the water pump i would say it would go another 50K with no problem.
Interior has some cool features like the message center and a really comfy front seat the back seats are so nice you would fall a sleep every time.
Exterior, Kinda ugly but could be made to look better, With the right color and a little wing and maybe some rims it could look really good.
The gas mileage in this car is really good!! i get around 26-29 depending on how much city i go or how much hwy.
maintenance isnt to bad pretty cheap on the parts and a lot of room to work onMay 30, 2013
by Nicole K
Apr 26, 2012
This car was really nice. Sure, the fact that there was some sort of electrical problem was a drag but it was still a nice car. It used to go 250 miles on only half a tank of gas. Acceleration wasn't that great, but it braked and handled well. This was by far a favorite to drive, despite some mishaps. Would still have this car if it hadn't been in an automobile wreck and it got totalled.Apr 26, 2012
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by Anonymous
Mar 06, 2020
Great blend of comfort, power, fuel economy, and handling.
My Intrepid has proven to be quite reliable. The only major work I have had to do (beyond routine maintenance) is replace a leaking camshaft seal around 245,000 miles and replace a head gasket (and all other gaskets involved in the teardown) at 286,000 miles.Mar 06, 2020
by John S
May 30, 2013
The performance on this car is good for the size. It has a strong 3.3l in it that has no problem getting up to speed. Braking and handling are both Excellent for the size of the car.
This car had a lot wrong with it when i bought it but i drove it for a long time before a water pump brought it down, After replacing the water pump i would say it would go another 50K with no problem.
Interior has some cool features like the message center and a really comfy front seat the back seats are so nice you would fall a sleep every time.
Exterior, Kinda ugly but could be made to look better, With the right color and a little wing and maybe some rims it could look really good.
The gas mileage in this car is really good!! i get around 26-29 depending on how much city i go or how much hwy.
maintenance isnt to bad pretty cheap on the parts and a lot of room to work onMay 30, 2013
by Nicole K
Apr 26, 2012
This car was really nice. Sure, the fact that there was some sort of electrical problem was a drag but it was still a nice car. It used to go 250 miles on only half a tank of gas. Acceleration wasn't that great, but it braked and handled well. This was by far a favorite to drive, despite some mishaps. Would still have this car if it hadn't been in an automobile wreck and it got totalled.Apr 26, 2012
by Jenn L
Oct 20, 2011
Its definately proved to be a fixer-upper...i bought it for 1200 and have put 1500
into it already....i still have who knows how much my catalyic converter and rocker
panels are going to run me....other than that i bought it cuz it looks like a viper and
i love Dodge vehicles...hopefully after all this work it lasts me forever
Oct 20, 2011
by Robbie F
Mar 14, 2011
its the D.D. needs exhaust work front suspension and the fuel leak fixed and it would be a great car starting to rust out in the rear quarters but its a hoopty dont expect too much out of it its been broken into three times radio stolen twice and the car the last time almost the didnt get to finish popping the ignition cylinder out. would be ok on gas if it didnt leakMar 14, 2011
by Katrina A
Sep 07, 2010
So far seems to be an all round good car & easy 2 maintain, but the transmissions in these cars potentially suck & are the first things 2 go! The overall apperance is pleasant, not 2 boxy & not 2 bubbly. Gas mileage, is eh, ok 4 what it is & how old it is. Fun....Oh Yeah, it's got some get up'n'go & it coasts awesome! Now I just need 2 get the stereo hooked up.Sep 07, 2010
by Robby J
Jul 15, 2010
i built my car and i love every minute of driving this car. brakes good, drive good and very fast and good gas mileage.great inside and out. so yes it fun to drive tis car and i will neevvveerr sale it.Jul 15, 2010
by Kayla G
Jul 05, 2010
IT DRIVES =P No it doesnt pretty good besides every month I have something wrong with it =( The outside has dents in it from me wrecking it ONCE!!! But all in all at least it drives. I just know now never to get another dodge intrepidJul 05, 2010
by Jonathan M
Jun 01, 2010
I love this car. It gets 20ish mpgs with a V6 while still having some giddy up when passing or merging on the freeway. The lines of the car are clean inside and out and the seven speaker stereo makes cruising in the car that much more enjoyable. The trunk is enormous while still being accesible. The only downsides are the width of the car and the tail lights are unnecessarily complicated to replace.Jun 01, 2010
by Antwaun N
Jan 02, 2010
I kind of love my car overall its just old and needs body work drives like a newer car its pretty good on gas fun to drive its looks like a pretty nice car it has needed wear and tear repairs nothing major but I am having an electrical problem right now with the transmission.Jan 02, 2010
by Nick M
Nov 16, 2009
Performance - acceleration is terrible, braking is alright,
and handling is alright
Build Quality - It has needed some repairs. The valves tick
and the engine was just flushed a couple months ago
Appearance - The exterior has a lot of scratches on it but
the interior is alright
Cost Of Ownership - It has average gas mileage and an
average routine maintenance
Fun Factor - It's not made anymore by DodgeNov 16, 2009
by Anonymous
Nov 12, 2009
Bought in 1998 with 25,000 miles on it. Base model had been a rental. Now has 175,000 miles. It gets 25-28 mpg in real world driving. Replaced water pump and timing belt twice, which is about a $500.00 job but needs to be done every 75,000 miles. Replaced front brakes several times, but never needed to replace rear brakes. Needs struts I'm told as they are the originals, but car rides ok and tires wear well so I've held off. Wind noise around front windows - turn up the radio and live with it. This has been a fantastic, wonderful, reliable, comfortable car. Feels big and safe, handles well, plenty of power from the 3.5 v-6 engine. Transmission still works well with 175,000 miles on it. Had it flushed and conditioned at about 100,000 miles. That coast about $200. I still think its a nice looking car although the paint is starting to come off the roof. I'll drive it till it dies which may be anytime or another 100,000 miles or more. I've got other newer cars, but I still drive tis one most of the time. Love it.Nov 12, 2009
by Rob N
Aug 11, 2009
its has a good quality if u take care of it. it has alright performance it exelerates perty fast. it takes some money to maintain it. its fun to drive cuz t he ass end is heavy and easy to slide round turns.Aug 11, 2009
by Clayton F
Jul 15, 2009
Performance - Not the fastest but not to bad for what it was
Build Quality - I had quiet a bit of suspension trouble with the car but it was still pretty tough
Appearance - I taught the car was good looking, paint was virtually perfect, and I always kept it waxed and clean.
Jul 15, 2009
by Thomas S
Jul 15, 2009
no fun to drive
parts fade and break easy
performance :blown head gasket this year
tires good
cost of ownership is okay
appearance is this is a decent looking car for the money i say this car can not measure up to a 1995 gmc suburbanJul 15, 2009
by Derek L
Jun 10, 2009
lol my car is slowly falling apart from just bein old. The front right wheel has a problem when i get just past 65 mph the car will start shaking and goin bump bump bump like crazy. I hope I can fix it someday.Jun 10, 2009
by Diane S
May 21, 2009
Bought new, only 64,000 miles on it now. It still performes like a new car. Smooth ride. Gas mileage is still around 26. Have had now major problems with it . Still handles excellent. Lots or room on the inside. Not alot of places for front passenger to rest arms, but overall very comfy.May 21, 2009
by Amanda B
Nov 03, 2008
The car is a 1997 Dodge Intrepid, greenish color. Not so bad to look at, terrible to drive. Someone that had it before me ran it without changing the oil. Therefore, the car was pretty much junk. The performance of the car really wasnt much to talk about either. The car had no brakes and had a horrible shake. Gas mileage wasnt too bad, but the gas guage was off. Nov 03, 2008
by Bryan W
Jul 21, 2008
Really great car. Good engine, V6, plenty of room inside. Also has surprisingly good trunk space. Lasts a good while, ran for over 150,000 miles. But has had continuius problems. I don't know if all of them do that or not. But still good, fun to drive, good speed. If you find one for good price and has no problems and good mileage, definate buy. Nice style both outside an in. Plenty of room for front, could be cramped in back. 20/mpg, Decent, but the v6 will eat up the gas a bit. Jul 21, 2008
by Jennifer T
Jun 20, 2008
reliabilityJun 20, 2008
by Jacob L
Jun 17, 2008
exelent for drivingJun 17, 2008
by Matt A
Jun 08, 2008
129,000 miles and climbing fast, already put 29,000 on it in a year and a half.
Has aged pretty rough since I bought it, but I wouldn't trade it for anythingJun 08, 2008
by Josh B
May 21, 2008
Its been a great car to me.
It has awesome features like a 3.5L quad cam engine, fully independent suspension, and the automatic model has a tiptronic transmission.
But mine has 230,000 miles on it, so it has many problems.May 21, 2008
by Allen S
May 07, 2008
It runs amazing and everything works.May 07, 2008
by Keith M
Apr 25, 2008
awesome with an A/D/S systemApr 25, 2008
by Peter M
Apr 17, 2008
Makes great sound, great sound system, a little slow but hey it's a sedan, bad electronics, but overall a good carApr 17, 2008
by Ephram R
Apr 16, 2008
I'll enter a review later. Stop bugging meApr 16, 2008
by Shane L
Feb 19, 2008
good all around first car, solid, quick, roomy. 214 hp, mediocre gas mileageFeb 19, 2008
by Samuel F
Jan 19, 2008
Very good Gas Mileage, 214 HP 3.5L V6 with Sport PackageJan 19, 2008
by Rachel M
Dec 27, 2007
It totally rocked to have actual wheels! Due to an unfortunate accident this car left us to car heaven.... :(Dec 27, 2007
by Anonymous
Sep 02, 2007
rides great plenty of room for five member family husband is six ft three and has plenty of room to drive or ride as passenger car seat and two children in back can ride comfortably and has great powerSep 02, 2007
by Anonymous
May 28, 2007
I have found that this car is a great little car.May 28, 2007
by Anonymous
Apr 14, 2007
I bought mine used in January 07 from my sister-in-law, and I have only had minor complaints, but nothing that isn't too easy, or can't wait to be fixed, suspension is kind of a complaint on my part, because I'd like it to ride a lot smoother. Only other complaint, and I don't know of a fix for this, is that when it rains, the belt can get wet, and squeal like a banshee. Love the interior, love the speaker layout, love the ride on the highway. Things to keep an eye on after 75,000 miles: tie rods, struts, alignment, and also, the fuel rail leaking problem can be solved by simply doubling up the o-ring.Apr 14, 2007
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1997 Dodge Intrepid Pricing
Original MSRP
$19,955 to $23,460Price range
N/AAverage price on CG
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N/ATrims & specs
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · Premium Brand: Infinity · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Multi-function remote: trunk release · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Exterior Features
Paint: special factory paint
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Roof
Moonroof: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheels: alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Equalizer: graphic · Single disc in-Dash CD · Premium Brand: Infinity · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Multi-function remote: trunk release · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Exterior Features
Paint: special factory paint
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: electrochromic
Roof
Moonroof: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent