Mitsubishi 6G73
This distributed injection engine is not very demanding on fuel quality, however, many of these engines were equipped with a capricious GDi…
Dodge Avenger engines
The Dodge Avenger is a two-generation midsize car at the North American Diamond Star Motors plant. The years of production are from 1994 to 2014. Initially, the car was presented as a two-door coupe and was produced in this form until 2000. Later, starting in 2007, a 4-door sports sedan was released. And in 2014 the company completed production of the model in connection with the merger of the Dodge Avenger and Chrysler Sebring in Chrysler 200.
The Dodge Avenger was offered with 8 engines between 1994 and 2014 (7 petrol, 1 diesel). Displacement ranges from 2.0 to 3.6 liters, power output from 140 to 310 hp. 4 use a timing chain and 4 a timing belt. 1 is turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Mitsubishi 6G73 (about 400,000 km).
Dodge Avenger engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge Avenger 1 Coupe (FJ) 1994–2000 | |||||||
| Mitsubishi 6G73 | 1994–2000 | 2.5 L V6 | 165–200 hp | petrol | belt | 5 L | ~400,000 km |
| Chrysler ECC | 1994–2000 | 2.0 L R4 | 140–150 hp | petrol | belt | 4.3 L | ~270,000 km |
| Dodge Avenger 1 (JS) 2006–2014 | |||||||
| Chrysler EGF | 2006–2010 | 3.5 L V6 | 235 hp | petrol | belt | 5.2 L | ~350,000 km |
| Chrysler EER | 2007–2010 | 2.7 L V6 | 190–205 hp | petrol | chain | 5.4 L | ~330,000 km |
| Dodge ECN | 2007–2011 | 2.0 L R4 | 158 hp | petrol | chain | 4.3 L | ~250,000 km |
| Dodge ED3 | 2007–2014 | 2.4 L R4 | 170–175 hp | petrol | chain | 4.3 L | ~260,000 km |
| Chrysler ECD | 2007–2011 | 2.0 L R4 | 140 hp | diesel, turbo | belt | 4.3 L | ~300,000 km |
| Chrysler ERB | 2010–2014 | 3.6 L V6 | 280–310 hp | petrol | chain | 5.6 L | ~330,000 km |
Dodge Avenger engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Dodge Avenger?
Dodge Avenger 1 Coupe (FJ) (1994–2000): Mitsubishi 6G73 and Chrysler ECC; Dodge Avenger 1 (JS) (2006–2014): Chrysler EGF, Chrysler EER, Dodge ECN, Dodge ED3, Chrysler ECD and Chrysler ERB.
Which Dodge Avenger engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Dodge Avenger engines are: Mitsubishi 6G73 — about 400,000 km; Chrysler EGF — about 350,000 km; Chrysler EER — about 330,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Dodge Avenger engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Chrysler ECC — 4.3 L (5W-30); Chrysler ECD — 4.3 L (5W-30); Chrysler EER — 5.4 L (5W-30); Chrysler EGF — 5.2 L (5W-30); Chrysler ERB — 5.6 L (5W-30); Dodge ECN — 4.3 L (5W-30); Dodge ED3 — 4.3 L (5W-30); Mitsubishi 6G73 — 5 L (5W-30, 5W-40).
Does the Dodge Avenger have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Chrysler EER, Chrysler ERB, Dodge ECN and Dodge ED3; timing belt: Chrysler ECC, Chrysler ECD, Chrysler EGF and Mitsubishi 6G73. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.
Was the Dodge Avenger available with a diesel engine?
Yes: Chrysler ECD.
Engine details
Chrysler ECC
The main problem of the internal combustion engine of this line is considered to be overheating with a breakdown of the cylinder…
Chrysler EER
The most famous problem here is antifreeze leaks from under the pump gasket.
Chrysler ECD
Most engine problems are due to the vagaries of piezoelectric pump injectors.
Chrysler EGF
The main problem of the motor is in narrow oil channels and they quickly become slagged. This leads to oil starvation of…
Dodge ECN
The main problems for the owner are delivered by a very unreliable electronic throttle.
Dodge ED3
Most often, owners on the forums complain about an unreliable electronic choke.
Chrysler ERB
Until 2012, the engine suffered from rapid wear of rockers and camshaft cams.
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