1988 Dodge Aries LE Wagon
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- Photo: 1988 Dodge Aries front by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1985 Dodge Aries SE four-door in White Crystal Coat, front right, 2023-07-25 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1981 Dodge Aries cp by dave_7 from Lethbridge, Canada; cropped and levels adjusted by uploader Mr.choppers, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1988 Dodge Aries rear by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1983 Dodge Aries interior - Flickr - dave 7 by dave_7 from Canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1988 Dodge Aries LE Wagon is a 93-hp 2.2-liter inline-4 wagon with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $8,124 MSRP and is rated at 25 mpg combined.
It makes 93 horsepower at 4,800 rpm and 122 lb-ft of torque at 3200 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 22 mpg city and 30 mpg highway (25 mpg combined).
The Aries measures 178.0 inches long on a 100.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,500 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Wagon |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $8,124 ($22,319 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.2L (135 cid) SOHC I4 (EFI) |
| Displacement | 2.2 L |
| Horsepower | 93 hp @ 4,800 rpm |
| Torque | 122 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 2 valves/cylinder |
| Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 |
| Injection Type | Throttle-body electronic fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 22 MPG |
| Highway | 30 MPG |
| Combined | 25 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 14" |
| Wheels Rear | 14" |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 178 in |
| Width | 67 in |
| Height | 53 in |
| Wheelbase | 100.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,500 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38 in |
| Legroom Front | 42 in |
| Legroom Rear | 35 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 55 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55 in |
| Hip Room Front | 55 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 55 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1988 Dodge Aries LE Wagon with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1988 Dodge ARIES. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Apr 14, 2008 · SUSPENSION
FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS ARE: K7147, K7329, K8683, AND 104353. THESE PARTS WERE MADE FOR USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.
Consequence: THE NUTS INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGING FOR THESE BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES ARE MISSING THE INTENDED PREVAILING TORQUE (SELF-LOCKING) FEATURE. IF THE INCORRECT NUT WAS TO BECOME LOOSE, THE JOINING MEMBERS MAY LOOSEN LEADING TO A SEPARATION OF THE BALL JOINT. THIS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: FEDERAL MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL MOGUL AT 877-489-6659.
NHTSA campaign 08E033000
11 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1988 Dodge ARIES
Owner Complaints
11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1988 Dodge ARIES (1 a fire). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Steering | 3 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1988 DODGE ARIES. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.