The key features that mark current generation Dodge Caliber model are its passenger and cargo room, transmission and instrument controls, while the acceleration, visibility and engine noise are considered as main drawbacks.
Trims
The Dodge Caliber is a compact hatchback model, designed and produced based on the Sebring model from Chrysler, a parent company of Dodge. It is offered in SE, R/T, SXT and up-level SRT4 trim versions. All the models are offered in front wheel drive. The SXT and SE versions come powered by 1.8 liter DOHC I-4 engine that delivers 148 hp at 6500 rpm and torque of 125 lb ft at 5200 rpm. It is mated to 5-speed manual transmission. With the Dodge Caliber transmission, it can achieve 24 mpg in the city premises and 30 mpg on the highway roads.
Engine & Transmission
The other engines available to the Dodge Caliber model include 2.0 liter DOHC I-4 version that delivers 158 hp at 6400 rpm and torque of 141 lb ft at 5000 rpm and 2.4 liter I-4 model that delivers 172 hp and torque of 165 lb ft at 4400 rpm. The other engines are mated to CVT automatic transmission. The major competitors to the model include Mazda 3, Hyundai Elantra, Honda Civic, Scion xB and Chevrolet HHR.
