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First Impressions of the Dodge Intrepid for 2004

There have been several award-winning cars from Dodge over the years, including the Dodge Intrepid of 2004. There are four trim levels to the Intrepid, including ES, SE, SXT, and Police. The ES version is one of the more popular options, outselling other configurations. Like in 2003 the popular 3.5 liter has made this a popular choice for sedan buyers across the country.

Under the Hood

Dodge Intrepid Engine Specs: The Intrepid ES comes outfitted with a 3.5 liter, 6-cylinder motor that uses 24 valves. The engine, manufactured by Chrysler, is mated to a four-speed transaxle by Chrysler. This arrangement has demonstrated to be an effective style for Dodge.

The Intrepid uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

Vehicle Statistics

The dimensions of the Intrepid ES are 74.70 inches wide by 203.70 inches long. It sits 55.90 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 113.00 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $21,385 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $19,852. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sedan.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 2004 Intrepid is a SFI design, using gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is controlled by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The fuel capacity of the fuel tank is 17.00 gallons.

The 2004 Intrepid gets 29 miles/gallon on the highway and only 21 in the city. This is subpar for a sedan car.

What We Think of the Dodge Intrepid

There are several reasons why the Dodge Intrepid ES sold well in 2004. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Dodge, specifically a Intrepid.