2008 Dodge Magnum User Reviews

Pros

Fast, powerfull, handles great, fun wagon

Cons

If I had to complain about something it would be interior fit and finish(dash)

The gas mileage is a bit low. But, what do you expect for a 6.1 Hemi? It's always fun messing with other sports cars. They don't expect the low grumble of the exaust note when you use the Auto stick mode and blow doors off a lot of other cars. Most people don't think something as big and heavy as a Magnum SRT8 can move like it does. Always puts a smile on my face every time a drive it....read morehide

Pros

looks great, lots of room

Cons

NONE !!!!!!

I bought a 2005 base model. the 2.7 isnt that great but what it lacks for power the looks definetly make up . i went from a 03 durango to "maggie".she has tons of room my 2 year old daughter can get in and out herself . the only modifications i have done to "maggie" is i've lowered her 1.7 inches and put the 18 inch R/T wheels on her . wish dodge still made magnums sad to see them go ....read morehide

Pros

Roomy, reasonably comfortable, and good driving performance.

Cons

Small windows and rear windows often got stuck. Could be a potential death trap.

Ok, I leased this car for a couple of weeks and noticed that it has the smallest windows I've ever seen. I'm not really a large person (5' 6", 140lbs) but I felt I would have a hard time squeezing through these little windows if my doors ever get jammed. If you consider yourself average in height/weight (5'8", 240-270 lbs) driving this car then just pray that you won't ever get into an accident and have your doors got jammed. Also, I need to mention that visability is suck could it be due to the windows being so small??...read morehide

Pros

Lots of room to haul people and personal items around, great styling, and great performance.

Cons

none

Yes it can be more difficult than the average vehicle to see through the rear window but if you know how to drive then its not a problem. I love the vehicle and wish they would keep making it.

Pros

Love the way this car looks, just awesome.

Cons

I have had many trim and fit issues and a continuing ride issue

Car has plenty of power, room, style etc, BUT...... I have have many issues regarding comfort of ride and stability at high speeds (not related to tire balance). Have brought back to the dealership one too many times. Hopefully they will fix soon.

Pros

Storage, power, unique looks, comfort

Cons

fuel economy, long roof, minor maintenance

I think the Magnum is a GOOD car in the sense of a solid car that will do what you want as long as you understand you're buying a somewhat sporty wagon. I have a 2006 SXT AWD that I use for a company car. I am turning it in tomorrow with almost 70000 miles, so I thought I would write a review for those considering this car, new or used. The positives of the car is that it has easy access all around. The car is lower than a SUV and easy to enter, exit or load. The back liftgate is a little low and doesn't open well in the winter, here in Colorado. The AWD is nice but the OEM all season tires didn't bite well in the mountain snow. Some Blizzaks fixed that and I was fine from then on. The car has great pickup in the lower gears, almost too much in first. You have to get used to it. The 250hp, 3.5l engine is a good solid engine all around and appropriate to the weight of the car. I found it handled every need from passing to merging well. The only slow spot was when you stomp it to pass it can have quite a delay, almost 2 seconds, so plan that. The visibility is pretty good although the front roof overhang is considerable. If you are first at a light you may have to lean forward to see it, lol. I had cloth seats and they held up very well and were comfortable.

The only negatives were that the car had a stalling problem twice while I drove it. It would start and stall immediately even if you started it five times in a row. It wouldn't hold an idle. It did not stall while driving. They replaced a chip the first time and couldn't figure it out the second time. The air conditioner needed recharging each year, too, but didn't malfunction. The rest was pretty good. The best mileage I could get was 21mpg, but it wasn't too much worse in the city. That's not really much better than the midsize SUV's, but not horrible, either.

In the end I thought the car was a good car, but not necessarily great. It carried me and my sales stuff pretty reliably with the right tires and basic maintenance. It wasn't the best or worst car I've had in terms of reliability. I liked the ease of entrance and loading and many people would comment on the styling to me...more than some of my beemers....read morehide

Pros

EVERYTHING

Cons

NONE

I just recently purchased my 2005 Magnum & WOW!!!! I am amazed! I was already use to driving the new Dodges because my boyfriend has a 2006 Charger. But I instantly fell in love with my Magnum. I am converting from a 2-door 2000 Pontiac Sunfire with 2 children. My favorite perk is that I do not have to physically climb into the backseat to strap my son into his carseat. This car is all that I want & need. It compliments me & I compliment it. We always get "looks." This car is very versitale & I love that. 1 minute it is the mommy-mobile & the next it is the stunt-mobile (like day & nite)! Plus I cannot believe what I paid for it. 2005 with 30k miles, still had the original plastic from the manufacturer under the floormats. Leather interior, sunroof, adjustable pedals & seats, everything! Plus it's great on the road! The only thing is that I am kind of short so it is hard for me to get to my kids from the the front, but they have everything they need in back, so never mind then!...read morehide

Pros

Plenty of room, great ride and performance, terrific looking.

Cons

no folding sideview mirrors

Can honestly say this is the best car I've ever owned. Very comfortable, powerful and roomy. No surprises on gas milage. 17-18 around town, 23-25 on the highway at 75 mph. Multidisplacement engine works wonders. Quiet ride, handles great and although only 4 months old, have not had a single problem. Terrific car for the money. Can haul lots of stuff or cruise around in stlye. Truly can't believe that Chrysler has stopped making this model. I've owned other "sport wagons" and the Magnum is by far tops of the bunch....read morehide

Pros

26mpg. Smooth ride and great handling, Plenty of room and very comfortable.

Cons

have had back windows repaired twice as they would not work. Still not always functional.

I bought this 2005 magnum brand new in 05 and I have never regretted it! This is one of the best handling and roomy cars I have owned. The price for the product is an equal ratio. It is truly sad that this vehicle is being removed from the Dodge line after this year. Especially since the newer auto styles are not rated very high. (And frankly no where near as nice a body style. Of course the Charger is a magnum with the back roof cut off, so I guess that's a choice!!

I would buy another one of these when I am ready to trade out. Unfortunately there will be no more....read morehide

Pros

I'm getting 30 mpg with what i think is a very friskie 2.7 V6. I got a base model, previous rental.

Cons

I honestly have nothing bad to say about this car.

Every time I drive this car I like it more, and I have certainly been putting it through some serious road tests, everything from the backroads of rural Pennsylvania to the mean streets of NYC... and when i hit the gas she's there for me, anywhere, anytime, any speed, any road, and handles like a racing car... and what a crowd pleaser!!! She turns heads everywhere I go, and I feel when I'm driving it that I'm in one of the coolest cars on the road, case closed... need I say more? If a person can be in love with a machine well I dare say I got that going on!!! Even the cops are switching to the Dodge Charger, which is built on the same platform of the Magnum and Chrysler 300. Now the cops even get to be cool... bet they're runnin' hemi's in those babies!!!! wut a world!!!...read morehide