What year did Dodge Avenger come out?
The Dodge Avenger has appeared in two distinct forms in Dodge’s history — a 1995–2000 two-door coupe and a 2008–2014 mid-size sedan. This article explains when each generation was introduced and how long it lasted.
The Dodge Avenger first came out in 1995.
First generation (1995–2000)
The original Avenger debuted in the mid-1990s as a two-door coupe and ran until 2000. It was Dodge’s entry in the compact coupe segment, built on a front-wheel-drive platform shared with other Dodge models of the era.
Timeline highlights for the first generation:
- 1995 model year: Introduction of the Dodge Avenger as a new two-door coupe.
- 1996–2000: Continued production with periodic feature updates and standard equipment revisions.
Overall, the first generation spans roughly 1995 through 2000 before the lineup was discontinued.
Second generation (2008–2014)
The name was revived for a mid-size four-door sedan starting with the 2008 model year. Built on a newer Chrysler platform, the Avenger competed in the midsize family-sedan segment until production ended in 2014.
Timeline highlights for the second generation:
- 2008 model year: Debut and market release of the Dodge Avenger sedan.
- 2014 model year: Last year of production and sale in the U.S. market.
In sum, the second generation ran from 2008 to 2014 before Dodge discontinued the model.
Notes on naming and market context
Having two separate generations with the same model name is not unusual in American car history. The 1995 Avenger and the 2008 Avenger served different segments and design languages, reflecting Dodge’s evolving product strategy in the 1990s and 2000s.
Summary
Bottom line: The Dodge Avenger name first appeared in 1995 for the original two-door coupe, and was revived for a mid-size sedan in 2008, continuing through 2014. Today, the name remains a reminder of Dodge’s mid-1990s and late-2000s design shifts.
