Insight Into the Dodge Intrepid for 2000
Posted: March 31, 2009 in 2000, Dodge, Intrepid | Tags: 4-Door, Dodge Intrepid, ES, Sedan, United States market
Buyers of the Dodge Intrepid are aware of the reputation of the car they are purchasing. The Intrepid has been one of the premier vehicles of the Dodge line for years. It is considered an institution of a car and the 2000 model is no exception. The Dodge Intrepid falls into the sedan for the family category. People who purchase the Intrepid have been doing so for the last few generations in a family. It is a constant that only gets better with age.
Performance
The Intrepid ES is equipped with a Chrysler 3.2 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a Chrysler 4-speed Transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design 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.
The 2000 Intrepid’s traditional fuel system runs on gas. The fuel is regulated electronically, with a fuel-injected multi-port fuel injection (MFI) style of design. The fuel tank holds 17.00 gallons.
Intrepid ES Statistics
The Intrepid is 203.70 inches long, 74.70 inches wide, and 56.00 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 113.00 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.
The standard warranty period for the Intrepid is 36 months, or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. The warranty also includes a warranty on the drivetrain for 36 months or 36,000 miles respectively. This is standard in the sedan market. Extended warranties are also available through the dealer.
The listed retail price in 2000 (MSRP) was $22,335, with an invoice cost of $20,408. This price is above average of the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.
Fuel Efficiency
The 2000 Intrepid gets 28 - 29 miles/gallon on the highway and only 19 - 20 in the city. This is exceptional for a sedan car.
In 1999 and 2000 the Intrepid ES was availble in the exterior colors of Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat, Champagne Pearl Clear Coat, Cinnamon Glaze Metallic Clear Coat, Dark Garnet Red Pearl Coat, Deep Slate Pearl Coat, Inferno Red Tinted Pearl Coat, Light Cypress Green Pearl Coat, Shale Green Metallic Clear Coat, Steel Blue Pearl Coat, and Stone White Clear Coat.
Conclusion
The 1999 model began the promise of the Dodge Intrepid. The 2000 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Dodge hopes that the Intrepid ES will continue to be a profitable vehicle.