Overview: 2007 Dodge Caliber  

Summary:

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 Pros:

-Interior Space

-Interior Versatility

-Pricing

-Available AWD

 

 Cons:

-Ride Comfort

-Refinement

-Agility

-Acceleration

-Fuel Economy

 

Overall:

The Caliber has its strong points, but falls short of some very similar competitors. 

 

Recommended   Alternatives:

-Chrysler PT Cruiser

-Ford Focus ZXW

-Kia Spectra5

-Pontiac Vibe

-Scion xB

-Suzuki Aerio SX

-Toyota Matrix

 

Evaluations:

Interior Comfort: 7/10

Interior Quality: 5/10

Versatility: 7/10

Refinement: 3/10

Fun-to-Drive: 3/10

Fuel Economy: 4/10

Safety: Unknown

Price: 6/10

Overall Rating: 5/10

Recommended: No

 

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The Basics:

 

     Pricing:

 

Models/Base Price (MSRP):

SE: $13,425

SXT: $15,425

R/T AWD: $19,425

Current rebate: $500

Destination Charge: $560

 

Dimensions:

 

Length: 173.8 inches

Width: 68.8 inches

Height: 60.4 inches

Wheelbase: 103.7 inches

Weight: 2966-3308 lbs

Cargo Space Behind Rear Seat: 18.5 cubic feet

Maximum Cargo Space: 48.0 cubic feet

 

Powertrains:

 

1.8-liter I4:

Standard on: SE, SXT

Optional on: NA

Standard Transmission: 5-speed manual

Optional Transmission: NA

Horsepower: 148

Torque: 125 lb/ft

EPA City Mileage: 28 mpg manual

EPA Highway Mileage: 32 mpg manual

EPA Overall Mileage: 30 mpg manual

 

2.0-liter I4:

Standard on: NA

Optional on: SE, SXT

Standard Transmission: CVT

Optional Transmission: NA

Horsepower: 158

Torque: 141 lb/ft

EPA City Mileage: 26 mpg CVT

EPA Highway Mileage: 30 mpg CVT

EPA Overall Mileage: 28 mpg CVT

 

2.4-liter I4:

Standard on: R/T AWD

Optional on: NA

Standard Transmission: CVT

Optional Transmission: NA

Horsepower: 172

Torque: 165 lb/ft

EPA City Mileage: 23 mpg CVT

EPA Highway Mileage: 26 mpg CVT

EPA Overall Mileage: 24 mpg CVT

 

 

Safety Ratings:

 

NHTSA Frontal Crash Test, Driver: 5/5 Stars

Front Passenger: 5/5 Stars

 

NHTSA Side Crash Test, Driver: Not Tested

Front Passenger: Not Tested

 

NHTSA Rollover Resistance: Not Tested

 

IIHS Offset Crash Test: Not Tested

 

IIHS Side Crash Test: Not Tested

 

IIHS Head Restraint: Not Tested

 

The Caliber is currently popular for its combination of a lower price and better fuel economy .

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