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Dodge Caliber Model Highlights


Dodge Caliber Pros
The 2011 Dodge Caliber is squarely in the small car category, offered as a 5-door hatchback. With bold styling and a new trim lineup, the 2010 Caliber combines a sporty coupe-like profile with the functionality of a larger wagon or small SUV, the fuel economy of a small car, the Caliber appeals to buyers who might consider the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla or Chevrolet Cruze.

Dodge Caliber Model Highlights
The 2011 Dodge Caliber hatchback comes with a standard 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that makes 158 horsepower. It's connected to either a 5-speed manual gearbox or an optional continuously-variable transmission. The other engine available is a 2.4L 4-cylinder that makes 172 horsepower, which comes standard on the Rush and optional on the Uptown. Standard safety equipment for 2011 includes seat-mounted side air bags, first- and second-row side-curtain air bags, anti-lock brakes, brake assist and traction control, driver and front-passenger active head restraints and tire pressure monitoring. The base Express comes well equipped, with an MP3/CD stereo, one year of satellite radio, power windows and door locks, keyless entry and cruise control. The Mainstreet adds a standard CVT transmission, touring suspension, 17-inch aluminum wheels, fog lamps, a power-adjustable driver's seat and stability control. The Heat includes sport suspension, 18-inch alloys and a sporty body kit. The Rush includes the 2.4L 4-cylinder engine and either a 5-speed manual or CVT. 18-inch chrome wheels are standard as are a rear spoiler, a touch-screen equipped media center stereo with 30GB hard drive, Boston Acoustics speakers, heated front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and automatic climate control. The top-of-the-line Uptown offers the 2.0L engine, upgradeable to a 2.4L. The Rush also gets a touring suspension, chrome grille, fog lamps, upgraded speakers, heated seats, power driver seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and automatic climate control. Notable options include blue or red seat inserts and a power sunroof. The Media Center 430 with a 30GB hard drive and touch screen. The Rush offers optional leather seats.

Dodge Caliber Model News
Late in 2010, the Caliber's lineup got some new trims: Express, Mainstreet, Heat, Rush and Uptown. These continue on into 2011. The 2.0L 4-cylinder continues to be standard on the Express, Mainstreet, Heat and Uptown. A 2.4L comes on the Rush and is available on the Uptown. Blackberry Pearl paint is no longer available, and Mango Tango and Redline are new. UConnect Web is no longer available on the Caliber.

Dodge Caliber Value Writeup
Flexible 5-door configuration; advanced technology features; good performance; fuel efficiency

Dodge Caliber Exterior

  • 15" wheel covers
  • 15" x 6.0" steel wheels
  • Black door handles
  • Body-color fascias
  • Body-color grille
  • Body-color liftgate applique
  • Compact spare tire
  • Halogen headlamps
  • Liftgate door w/fixed glass
  • P205/70R15 all-season BSW tires
  • Pwr heated mirrors
  • Rear spoiler
  • Rear window wiper/washer
  • Solar control glass
  • Variable-intermittent windshield wipers

Dodge Caliber Safety

  • Active head restraints
  • Child protection rear door locks
  • Driver & front passenger multi-stage airbags -inc: front passenger occupant sensor
  • Front height adjust shoulder belts
  • Front passenger seat belt alert
  • Single low note horn
  • Supplemental front & rear side-curtain airbags
  • Tire pressure monitor warning lamp
   

Dodge Caliber Paint

InvoiceMSRP
BRIGHT SILVER METALLIC --
BRIGHT WHITE --
BRILLIANT BLACK CRYSTAL PEARL *No Longer Factory Orderable, See Dealer for Current Availability* --
DARK CHARCOAL PEARL *No Longer Factory Orderable, See Dealer for Current Availability* --
MANGO TANGO PEARL --
TUNGSTEN METALLIC --
BLACKBERRY PEARL *No Longer Factory Orderable, See Dealer for Current Availability* $223$245
INFERNO RED CRYSTAL PEARL *No Longer Factory Orderable, See Dealer for Current Availability* $223$245
REDLINE 2-COAT PEARL *No Longer Factory Orderable, See Dealer for Current Availability* $223$245
  


Dodge Caliber Transmission
Clutch Size (in)- TBD -
DrivetrainFront Wheel Drive
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)0.81
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)4.12
First Gear Ratio (:1)3.77
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)1.02
Reverse Ratio (:1)3.41
Second Gear Ratio (:1)2.16
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) 
Third Gear Ratio (:1)1.41
Trans Description Cont.Manual
Trans Description Cont. Again 
Trans Order CodeDD7
Trans Type5

Dodge Caliber Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs)2940

Dodge Caliber Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts)7.2

Dodge Caliber Engine
Displacement2.0L/122
Engine Order CodeECN
Engine TypeGas I4
Fuel SystemElectronic Fuel Injection
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM158 @ 6400
SAE Net Torque @ RPM141 @ 5000

Dodge Caliber Suspension
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm)- TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm)- TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in)- TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in)- TBD -
Suspension Type - FrontMacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)w/Coil Springs
Suspension Type - RearMulti-Link
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)w/Coil Springs

Dodge Caliber Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0? F (Primary)525
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)120

Dodge Caliber Vehicle
EPA ClassificationSmall Station Wagon

Dodge Caliber Brakes
Brake ABS System 
Brake TypePwr
Disc - Front (Yes or )Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) 
Drum - Rear (Yes or )Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)11.5 x 1.0
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in)9.0 x 0.9

Dodge Caliber Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG)24
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)32
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG)27
  

Dodge Caliber Warranty

Basic:3 Years/36,000 Miles/km Corrosion:5 Years/100,000 Miles/km Emissions:2 Years/24,000 Miles/km



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