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1997 Dodge Intrepid

Used 1997 Dodge Intrepid

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1997
Fuel Economy
18 - 20 combined mpg
Horsepower
161 - 214 hp
Engine
2 engines available
Engine Options
  • V6, 3.3 Liter
  • V6, 3.5 Liter
Cargo Volume
16.7 cu ft
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1997 Dodge Intrepid Overview

1997 Dodge Intrepid Pricing

1997 Dodge Intrepid pricing starts at $1,758 for the Intrepid Sedan 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $19,955 when new. The range-topping 1997 Intrepid ES Sedan 4D starts at $1,757 today, originally priced from $23,460.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
Sedan 4D
$19,955
$1,758
$23,460
$1,757

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 1997 Dodge Intrepid models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

Intrepid Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Dodge Intrepid (1993-1997) a 3.9 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 84% recommend it. These figures are based on 234 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 1997 Dodge Intrepid

"Great little car"

"This was a temporary vehicle for me....60 days type deal which led into 9 months. This little car has been reliable and surprisingly smooth ride. Apparently they used to use them as police vehicles and I have to admit it can keep up with the rest of them out there. She may not be pretty but she has served me well."

"This is the best car I have ever owned."

"Great ride, tons of room, comfortable."

"Best vehicle ever"

"It has been a wonderful car. I bought it 5 years ago and it has performed beautifully for me. I used it for getting around town mainly but it performs great on the highway too. I have put 32000 miles on it in 5 years so not too much on the road driving. I am sure it has many more miles to go."

Overall 1997 Dodge Intrepid Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1997 Dodge Intrepid is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1997 Dodge Intrepid quality a 4 out of 5.

1997 Dodge Intrepid Reliability

The 1997 Dodge Intrepid receives an average consumer rating of 3.9 overall and a 4.2 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 1997 Intrepid Features

According to drivers of the 1997 Intrepid, here are some of its best features:

  • Smooth ride
  • Great ride, tons of room, comfortable.
  • Great price and fun to drive
  • Reliable
  • Old ruff and ready

1997 Dodge Intrepid MPG by Trim

1997 Intrepid ES Sedan 4D - city 15 MPG - hwy 24 MPG

1997 Intrepid Sedan 4D - city 17 MPG - hwy 25 MPG

1997 Intrepid Safety

NHTSA Safety Rating

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 1997 Dodge Intrepid front-side driver crash test rating is 4 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 4 out of 5.

1997 Dodge Intrepid Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
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1997 Dodge Intrepid
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

3.9
Consumer Rating
Based on 234 Consumer Reviews
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Value
4.0
Performance
4.2
Quality
4.0
Comfort
4.3
Reliability
4.2
Styling
4.1

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1997 Dodge Intrepid Styles

Style
Price
Combined Fuel Economy
Horsepower
Engine
Cargo Capacity
Torque
Curb Weight
Sedan 4D
$1,758
20 MPG
161 @ 5300 RPM
V6, 3.3 Liter
16.7 cu ft
181 lb-ft
3349 lbs
ES Sedan 4D
$1,757
18 MPG
214 @ 5850 RPM
V6, 3.5 Liter
16.7 cu ft
221 lb-ft
3440 lbs
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1997 Dodge Intrepid Depreciation

A 1997 Dodge Intrepid has a current resale value of $1,291 and trade-in value of $658.

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1997 Dodge Intrepid Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
+ $57
$1,260
$620
2023
+ $90
$1,350
$726
2024
$74
$1,276
$669
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+ $15
$1,291
$658
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1997 Dodge Intrepid Depreciation

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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
3349 lbs.
EPA Passenger
104.5 cu.ft.
EPA Total Interior
120.3 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
18.0 gallons
Front Head Room
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room
42.4 inches
Max Seating Capacity
6
Minimum Ground Clearance
5.9 inches
Overall Length
201.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room
59.0 inches
Towing Capacity, Maximum
2000 lbs.
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
16.7 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
37.7 feet
Wheel Base
113.0 inches
Width with mirrors
74.3 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
4 doors
Rear Spoiler
Available

Fuel Economy

City
17 mpg
Highway
25 mpg
Combined
20 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission Type
Automatic

Performance

Horsepower
161 @ 5300 RPM
Torque
181 @ 3200 rpm
Engine
V6, 3.3 Liter

Warranty

Basic
3 years / 36000 miles
Powertrain
3 years / 36000 miles
Corrosion
5 years / 100000 miles

Entertainment

  • DVD Entertainment System
  • MP3 Player
  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Leather Seats
  • Dual Power Front Seats
  • Power Driver's Seat

Technology

  • Cruise Control
  • Hands Free Phone
  • Navigation System

1997 Dodge Intrepid Safety

1997 Dodge Intrepid Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
Not Available

Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Driver Front
4.0
Passenger Front
4.0
Front Side
4.0
Rear Side
3.0

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Price
$1,758
$1,602
$1,865
$1,767
Consumer Rating
3.9
4.4
3.9
4.0
Fuel Economy
City 17/Hwy 25/Comb 20 MPG
City 24/Hwy 34/Comb 28 MPG
City 20/Hwy 26/Comb 22 MPG
City 19/Hwy 28/Comb 22 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas
Gas
Gas
Gas
Seating Capacity6555
Basic Warranty
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
2 years or 24000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
Horsepower
161 @ 5300 RPM
110 @ 5000 RPM
115 @ 5200 RPM
129 @ 5400 RPM
Engine
V6, 3.3 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
FWD
FWD

1997 Dodge Intrepid Rankings

FAQs

Is 1997 a good year for a Dodge Intrepid?

Owners of the vehicle give it 3.9 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1997 Intrepid is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the Dodge Intrepid 1997 a good Sedan?

Owners of the vehicle give it 3.9 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1997 Intrepid is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 1997 Dodge Intrepid?

The 1997 Dodge Intrepid gets 17 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway.

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