Last updated August 4, 2026
Dodge Avenger trims start with Express and SE, the simple value-focused sedans. Mainstreet and SXT are the everyday comfort step, adding a more polished cabin and useful convenience upgrades. The upper lineup branches by personality. SE V6 supplies stronger power with a simpler cabin, while R/T adds the full sport treatment. LUX focuses on leather-trimmed comfort, and SXT Plus blends stronger power with touchscreen-based tech.
The Base Model trim level — Express and SE — is the straightforward, value-focused Avenger with the everyday essentials already in place.
Best for: Shoppers who want a simple midsize sedan with useful power features and no need for extra sport or luxury equipment.
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The Mid-Level trim level — Mainstreet and SXT — is the better-equipped daily driver, built around added comfort and convenience rather than a sporty personality.
Best for: Daily commuters and families who want a more polished cabin than the Express or SE provides.
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Adds automatic climate control, a power driver's seat, aluminum wheels, and upgraded lighting over the Base Model.
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The Sport Styling trim level — R/T and SE V6 — is the performance branch: SE V6 keeps things simple, while R/T adds the complete sport-sedan treatment.
Best for: Drivers who prioritize stronger acceleration, with SE V6 favoring simplicity and R/T adding firmer handling and a sportier cabin.
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Shifts the emphasis from everyday comfort to V6 performance. SE V6 keeps a simpler equipment mix, while R/T adds sport-tuned handling, heated sport seats, Bluetooth, and upgraded audio.
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The Premium Comfort trim level — LUX and SXT Plus — is the upscale branch, with LUX centered on a richer cabin and SXT Plus pairing stronger power with added tech.
Best for: Shoppers who want comfort, convenience, and dressier details without making the R/T's firmer sport setup the priority.
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Adds a more comfort- and tech-focused personality over Sport Styling. LUX emphasizes leather, heat, and convenience, while SXT Plus combines the stronger engine with touchscreen audio and added exterior details.
0 in stock| Feature | Mid-Level | Base Model | Sport Styling | Premium Comfort |
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| Includes | Mainstreet, SXT2 in stock | Express, SE0 in stock | R/T, SE V60 in stock | LUX, SXT Plus0 in stock |
| Powertrain identity | Four-cylinder is typical; V6 in some configurations | Four-cylinder is typical; V6 in some configurations | 3.6-liter V6 | LUX is comfort-led; SXT Plus uses the stronger engine |
| Automatic transmission | 6-speed typical; one four-cylinder variant uses 4-speed | 4-speed typical; 6-speed with V6 | 6-speed with manual-shift mode | SXT Plus has manual-shift mode |
| Wheels and exterior | Aluminum wheels and fog lamps | Express has steel wheels | Alloy wheels and rear spoiler | LUX has chrome-clad wheels; SXT Plus has a spoiler |
| Seat and climate comfort | Power driver's seat and automatic climate control | Cloth seating and air conditioning | R/T has heated sport seats; SE V6 keeps a simpler cabin | LUX has leather-trimmed, heated front seats |
| Driving character | Comfort and convenience focus | Simple daily-driver setup | R/T is sport-tuned; SE V6 is the simpler power-focused version | Comfort-first character |
| Audio and connectivity | Driver display and steering-wheel audio controls | Express has CD/MP3 audio and an aux input | R/T has Bluetooth and upgraded audio | SXT Plus has touchscreen audio; LUX has Bluetooth |
| Extra convenience | Automatic headlights | Remote keyless entry | R/T has remote start | LUX has remote start; SXT Plus has automatic headlights |
They are entry-trim names used in different parts of the Avenger’s run. Express replaced the old SE for 2010 and remained the basic trim for 2011. The SE name returned in the later lineup, so compare equipment rather than assuming one name always ranks above the other.
On later Avengers, the SXT adds a six-speed automatic, 17-inch aluminum wheels, automatic headlights, projector fog lamps, automatic climate control, and a power driver’s seat. It is the more polished daily-driver trim, while the SE keeps the simpler setup.
In the 2012-era lineup, the SXT is the better-equipped four-cylinder trim. SXT Plus steps up to the 3.6-liter V6 and adds a 6.5-inch touchscreen audio system, projector fog lamps, automatic headlights, a rear spoiler, and dual exhaust outlets.
On later models, both use the 3.6-liter V6 and six-speed automatic. The SE V6 keeps the basic SE-style cabin and convenience features. The R/T adds a sport-tuned suspension, heated sport seats, Bluetooth, upgraded audio, remote start, and sportier trim.
In the 2012-era range, both deliver 3.6-liter V6 power. SXT Plus emphasizes comfort and technology with touchscreen audio and dressier exterior details. R/T adds firmer suspension tuning, heated sport seats, Bluetooth, upgraded audio, and a more performance-focused cabin.
In the refreshed 2011 lineup, Mainstreet adds a six-speed automatic, 17-inch aluminum wheels, heated power mirrors, automatic climate control, a power driver’s seat, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Express uses a four-speed automatic and simpler steel wheels.
In the 2011 lineup, LUX builds on the four-cylinder, six-speed setup with leather-trimmed seats, heated front seats, remote start, Bluetooth calling, fog lamps, automatic headlights, and 18-inch chrome-clad wheels. Mainstreet focuses on practical comfort rather than upscale trim.
Look at the SE on later cars or Express around 2010-2011. These are the basic versions, but they still cover everyday needs with air conditioning, power windows and locks, remote keyless entry, cruise control, and a folding rear seat.
The SE V6 is the simplest later-model answer, pairing the 3.6-liter V6 with basic SE equipment. In the 2012-era range, SXT Plus is the richer alternative, adding touchscreen audio and exterior upgrades without the R/T’s sport-tuned suspension.
The R/T is the sportiest factory version in the later lineup. It combines the 3.6-liter V6 with firmer suspension tuning, heated sport seats, red-accent cabin trim, Bluetooth, upgraded audio, remote start, and distinctive exterior details.
Equipment depends on the era. The 2011 LUX has leather-trimmed heated front seats, while later R/T models have heated sport seats with cloth-and-leather upholstery. Lower trims such as SE, Express, Mainstreet, and SXT are not defined by those seating upgrades.
The later R/T introduced for 2012 uses the 3.6-liter V6 and six-speed automatic. Earlier R/T cars come from the pre-refresh era, so do not assume their engine and equipment match the later version simply because the badge is the same.