2002 Dodge Intrepid

Pros: Nice interior, sleek design
Cons: Costly, troublesome repairs. Engine is too small to carry the weight of the vehicle properly.

I purchased a 2002 Dodge Intrepid in 2003. When I purchased it, it had 34,000 miles, was in great shape, and had an extended warranty. I needed a dependable vehicle, safe for a child, due to an impending divorce.

Ever since the warranty ran out, I have been disappointed with the ongoing problems that the vehicle has had. It has cost thousands of dollars for repairs recently, even though the vehicle has been well maintained since it was purchased.

It failed to pass emissions. The cause of the failure was a pinhole leak. After a series of very expensive tests and repairs, the issue was a sensor.

The battery cannot be changed unless the front tire is removed first.

This vehicle has far too many problems for the promise that it makes, and I would not recommend buying it to anyone.

Pros: Extremely roomy and comfortable over long-haul trips.
Cons: Traction control not standard on 2002 base model SE. Noisy standard touring tires.

We bought our base-model 2002 Intreprid SE after it was retired from a corporate fleet. We had a newborn on the way, and I couldn't relinquish to the minivan ideology just yet.

The roominess of the cabin is exceptional, my wife and I feel more relaxed on long trips, and because of the size of the vehicle itself, more secure than any other sedan we had tested.

The trunk swallows all our luggage, the child's pack'n'play, swings, and more. I love that the hinges to the trunk never enter the compartment, thereby, you never have to worry about leaving room for the trunk to close.

The base model engine accelerates quicker than I would expect, and only sports-enthusiasts would desire the 3.4 L engine.

Overall, a good value for the price we paid.