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The 2008 Dodge Magnum fullsize wagon (MSRP: $24,120 - $38,805, Invoice price: $22,543 - $36,195) is available in Base, SXT, R/T, and SRT-8 trim levels. This model competes with the Audi A6 Avant, BMW 5 Series wagon, Chevrolet HHR, Chrysler Pacifica, Ford Taurus X, Mercedes Benz E-Class wagon, Saab 9-5 SportWagon, Volkswagen Passat wagon, and Volvo V70. Buyers can choose from a 190-horsepower, 2.7-liter V6 engine, a 250-horsepower, 3.5-liter V6 engine, a 340-horsepower, 5.7-liter V8 engine, and a 425-horsepower, 6.1-liter V8 engine. It comes with a four-speed automatic transmission, and a rear-wheel drive system. A five-speed shiftable automatic transmission and an all-wheel drive system (with mechanical center differential) are also available.
This fullsize wagon is currently assembled in Brampton, Ontario, Canada. The Magnum was on Car and Driver's Ten Best list for 2005.1
The 2008 Dodge Magnum fullsize wagon has a four-wheel independent suspension, a front stabilizer bar, a short and long arm front suspension, and a multi-link rear suspension.
Exterior features on this fullsize wagon include 17 x 7.0 inch steel wheels, all season tires, a temporary spare tire, and a steel spare wheel. The Magnum also has full wheel covers, an inside-mounted spare tire, variable-intermittent wipers, a rear defogger, and a rear spoiler. Instrumentation features are a tachometer, a clock, low fuel level warning, and cargo tie downs.
Inside, this fullsize wagon has a five-person total seating capacity, bucket front seats, cloth upholstery, and driver and passenger seats with manual adjustable lumbar support. It is also fitted with a bench rear seat, a split-folding rear seatback, a folding with storage center armrest, and rear ventilation ducts.
Power features on the Dodge Magnum fullsize wagon are remote power door locks, power windows, 1 one-touch power window, and power mirrors.
Convenience features on the 2008 Dodge Magnum fullsize wagon include cruise control, power-dependent steering, a tilt and telescopic steering wheel, front and rear cupholders, and front and rear door pockets. It also has a front seatback storage, power outlets (12V front and 12V cargo area), a front console with storage, and retained accessory power.
Comfort features on the Magnum fullsize wagon include air conditioning and front and rear reading lights. It also comes with a passenger vanity mirror, front and rear floor mats, and a cargo area light.
Entertainment features on the Dodge Magnum are an AM/FM in-dash single CD player, CD-controller with CD MP3 Playback stereo and 66 watts of stereo output. It is equipped with four total speakers, a mast antenna, a speed-sensitive volume control, and an auxiliary MP3 audio input.
The 2008 Dodge Magnum fullsize wagon has the following safety and security features: ventilated front disc/solid rear disc brakes, passenger airbag occupant-sensing deactivation, and front seatbelt pretensioners. This model has rear door child safety locks, child seat anchors, a rear center 3-point belt, and multi-adjustable, integrated headrests (two front and two rear). More safety features are a remote anti-theft alarm system, an engine immobilizer, and tire pressure monitoring.
Additional features on the Dodge Magnum SXT are 17-inch alloy wheels, a 4-wheel Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), an emergency braking assist, and traction control. It has stability control, passenger airbag occupant-sensing deactivation, front fog/driving lights, and electronic brake-force distribution. The SXT has an eight-way power and height-adjustable driver seat, heated mirrors, height-adjustable pedals, an interior air filtration, and a Sirius satellite radio.
More features on the 2008 Dodge Magnum R/T Wagon include 18-inch alloy wheels, rear ventilated disc brakes, dusk-sensing headlamps, height-adjustable headrests, leather upholstery, and multi-level heating driver and passenger seats. It has an extra one-touch power window, exterior automatic dimming electrochromatic mirrors, and dual-zone climate controls for (driver and passenger). More features are an electrochromatic inside rearview mirror, dual illuminating vanity mirrors, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, leather trim on shift knob, 276 watts of stereo output, and six total Boston Acoustics premium brand speakers.
The Dodge Magnum SRT-8, meanwhile, has the following additional features: a trip computer, an external temperature display, a compass, a sport-tuned suspension and steering, 20-inch alloy wheels, and performance tires. It comes equipped with an eight-way power passenger seat, leather/suede upholstery, a height-adjustable passenger seat, audio controls on steering wheel, upgraded Brembo brakes, and a universal remote transmitter.
A safety report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) showed that the 2008 Dodge Magnum fullsize wagon received five stars out of five in frontal crash tests (side crash test still to be rated) and four stars out of five in rollover tests (2-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive).
A reliability history report from ConsumerReports.org showed how the Dodge Magnum fullsize wagon held up mechanically. The Dodge Magnum received the following ratings for the year 2006 (major design year was 2005): Excellent ratings for engine (major and cooling), electrical system and exhaust; Very Good rating for engine (minor); a Good rating for drive, fuel, climate and audio systems, suspension, paint and trim, squeaks and rattles, body hardware, and power equipment; a Fair rating for transmission (major); and Poor ratings for transmission (minor) and brakes.
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This is a station wagon on 'roids. The Dodge Magnum combines a muscular shape with up to 425 horsepower to create one of the wildest grocery-getters on the road. A quiet, roomy interior makes the Magnum feel as comfortable as a traditional family car, despite its outlandish styling. It has the look and practicality of an SUV without any of the drawbacks.
•2006 Dodge Magnum SRT8 Station Wagon
Dodge takes the Magnum sport tourer and transforms it into a high-performance machine for 2006 dubbed SRT8.
•2006 Dodge Magnum Station Wagon
The body of Magnum takes the shape of a station wagon, although the beltline is high with a long roof tapering at the rear and squeezing windows to narrow proportions.
•2006 Dodge Magnum Full-Size Station Wagon
This is a station wagon on 'roids. The Dodge Magnum combines a muscular shape with up to 425 horsepower to create one of the wildest grocery-getters on the road. Other than an SUV-like ride height, the Magnum's interior laid out like an ordinary sedan. It's practical, comfortable and easy to step in and out of.
•2005 Dodge Magnum Full-Size Wagon
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•2005 Dodge Magnum Full-Size Station Wagon
Like a cross between a pickup truck and a classic street rod, the new Dodge Magnum station wagon has tough-guy looks and family-car practicality. A quiet, roomy interior makes the Magnum feel as comfortable as a traditional family car, despite its outlandish styling. It has the look and practicality of an SUV without any of the drawbacks.
•2006 Dodge Magnum SRT-8 Station Wagon
The performance-tuned vehicles for Dodge carry the tag of SRT, meaning "Street and Racing Technology," as developed by Chrysler Group's Performance Vehicle Operations (PVO). Another SRT badge applies to the new Magnum SRT-8.
