2006 Dodge Avenger Concept
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(from DaimlerChrysler
Press Release) Dodge Avenger Concept Makes Bold, Powerful Style
Statement
Dodge is looking to spin the global D-segment with the all-new Dodge
Avenger concept — a bold, styling statement that does away with the
idea that a functional mid-size car is automatically boring.
Avenger’s Dodge branded styling makes a definite statement in the
D-segment, commanding attention and evoking attributes that define
the Dodge brand: bold, powerful, capable and street smart.
This Avenger concept, finished in a striking Inferno Red, will
appeal to car buyers around the world who need the practicality,
functionality and fuel efficiency of a mid-size sedan, but want
more, including a vehicle with pizzazz that stands out and makes a
statement. Avenger’s bold Dodge styling, innovative features and
solid performance would allow them to do just that. The Avenger
concept hints at the next-generation global D-segment vehicle from
Dodge.
“This Avenger concept is another expression of where the Dodge brand
is headed,” said Trevor Creed, Senior Vice President – Design,
Chrysler Group. “Avenger brings Dodge brand American muscle car
heritage into the global mid-size car segment. It does for the
global D-segment what Caliber has done in the global C-segment — it
offers a unique alternative to the competition.”
From the front, there’s no mistaking the bold presence of Dodge’s
heritage cues in Avenger’s crisp and edgy exterior design. Large,
modern quad headlamps surrounded by black housings create the
distinctive glare that forms Avenger’s face and surround the
signature Dodge crosshair grille, which features body-color accents.
Fog lamps are positioned in the outer corners of the front fascia
and surround a diamond mesh texture that runs the length of the
fascia. The lower fascia splitter is punctuated by two fairings. A
stamped formation in the center of the hood carries the vertical
lines of the crosshair grille.
Avenger’s side profile is distinguished by a long hood, short deck
lid proportions with muscular rear shoulders and sleek rear spoiler.
This concept’s long greenhouse is created by the use of a high-gloss
black B-pillar and aerodynamic inspired rear door appliqués, which
make this mid-size sedan look like it’s pouncing forward, even when
it’s at a standstill. A strong character line stamped in the sheet
metal accentuates Avenger’s chiseled profile.
With its wide stance, lowered ride height and deep side sills, the
Avenger concept is firmly planted on the road. Nineteen-inch
five-spoke painted Satin Silver wheels and all-season performance
tires add to the Avenger concept’s sporty look. Deep red brake
calipers gleam from the wheels. Body-color door handles and
fold-away mirrors add to Avenger’s sport appearance, keeping the
side profile clean and sharp.
From the rear, the large, expressive taillamps placed at the corners
frame the deck lid. A finely-tuned body-color spoiler is sleekly
integrated in the deck lid. An integrated lower rear diffuser
reduces drag and improves fuel efficiency. Chrome-tipped dual
exhaust outlets communicate the performance capability of the
Avenger concept’s 2.0-liter turbo diesel engine, which could be sold
in markets outside North America.
Dodge Brand
Dodge sold more than 1.4 million vehicles worldwide in 2005. With a
U.S. market share of 7 percent, Dodge is the fifth-largest nameplate
in the United States and the eighth-largest nameplate in the
automotive industry. The Dodge global portfolio includes a range of
cars, trucks, minivans and sport-utility vehicles. Dodge Caliber
spearheads the Dodge brand’s expansion into volume markets outside
North America and will be followed by the Dodge Nitro and the
high-performance Dodge Caliber SRT4.