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2008 Dodge Caliber - Road Test Specs
2008 Dodge Caliber Wagon
(2.4L 4-cyl. Turbo 6-speed Manual)| Vehicle | |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2008 |
| Make | Dodge |
| Model | Caliber |
| Style | SRT-4 |
| Base MSRP | $22,995 |
| As-tested MSRP | $26,490 |
| Drivetrain | |
|---|---|
| Drive type | Front-wheel drive |
| Engine type | Inline four-cylinder |
| Displacement (cc/cu-in) | 2400 (146) |
| Horsepower (hp @ rpm) | 285 @ 5,700 |
| Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) | 265 @ 2,000 |
| Transmission type | Six-speed manual |
| Chassis | |
|---|---|
| Suspension, front | MacPherson struts with stabilizer bar |
| Suspension, rear | Multilink with stabilizer bar |
| Steering type | Hydraulically assisted rack and pinion |
| Tire brand | Goodyear |
| Tire model | F1 Supercar |
| Tire size, front | 225/45R19 |
| Tire size, rear | 225/45R19 |
| Brakes, front | Disc |
| Track Test Results | |
|---|---|
| 0-45 mph (sec.) | 4.4 |
| 0-60 mph (sec.) | 6.2 |
| 0-75 mph (sec.) | 8.9 |
| 1/4-mile (sec. @ mph) | 14.6 @ 100.0 |
| Braking, 30-0 mph (ft.) | 32 |
| 60-0 mph (ft.) | 124 |
| Slalom, 6 x 100 ft. (mph) | 64.1 |
| Skid pad, 200-ft. diameter (lateral g) | .81 |
| Sound level @ idle (dB) | 52.2 |
| @ Full throttle (dB) | 79.2 |
| @ 70 mph cruise (dB) | 67.5 |
| Test Driver Ratings & Comments | |
|---|---|
| Acceleration comments | The Caliber's combo of boost and peaky tire grip means launching it effectively is a bog-or-boil affair. Even identical-rpm launches could produce either result depending on how quickly wide-open throttle is used. Also, the 2-3 shift was sometimes difficult. Front tires nibble like a hedgehog and the whole car zigzags down the strip. The Neon-based SRT-4 was better. Also, pedaling: It didn't work while the tires were spinning -- probably thanks to slow throttle reponse and heavy wheel-tire combo. |
| Braking rating | Good |
| Braking comments | The SRT-4's pedal softens somewhat during hard driving, but doesn't ever fade dangerously. Braking distances were relatively consistent over four stops from 60 mph. |
| Handling rating | Average |
| Handling comments | Constant meddling from non-defeat ESP produces highly repeatable but lackluster results on the skid pad. Just as the car begins to do all the right things in the slalom, the ESP begins grabbing brakes. Quick transitions and good rotation are not allowed. Steering is rather good, communicative and light. You've got to run it against the ESP to get a quick run -- "less is more" approach doesn't work here. |
| Testing Conditions | |
|---|---|
| Elevation (ft.) | 421 |
| Temperature (°F) | 79 |
| Wind (mph, direction) | 1.2 NW |
| Fuel Consumption | |
|---|---|
| EPA fuel economy (mpg) | 21 City 26 Highway |
| Edmunds observed (mpg) | 19.2 |
| Fuel tank capacity (U.S. gal.) | 13.6 |
| Dimensions & Capacities | |
|---|---|
| Curb weight, mfr. claim (lbs.) | 3248 |
| Length (in.) | 173.8 |
| Width (in.) | 68.8 |
| Height (in.) | 59.7 |
| Wheelbase (in.) | 103.7 |
| Legroom, front (in.) | 41.8 |
| Legroom, rear (in.) | 35.6 |
| Headroom, front (in.) | 40.0 (w/ sunroof) |
| Headroom, rear (in.) | 38.9 |
| Seating capacity | 5 |
| Cargo volume (cu-ft) | 18.5 |
| Max. cargo volume, seats folded (cu-ft) | 48.0 |
| Warranty | |
|---|---|
| Bumper-to-bumper | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Powertrain | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Corrosion | 5 years/100,000 miles |
| Roadside assistance | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Free scheduled maintenance | Not available |
| Safety | |
|---|---|
| Front airbags | Standard |
| Side airbags | Standard |
| Head airbags | Standard |
| Antilock brakes | Standard |
| Electronic brake enhancements | Electronic brakeforce distribution |
| Traction control | Standard |
| Stability control | Standard |
| Rollover protection | Not available |
| Emergency assistance system | Not available |
| NHTSA crash test, driver | 5 stars |
| NHTSA crash test, passenger | 5 stars |
| NHTSA crash test, side front | 5 stars |
| NHTSA crash test, side rear | 5 stars |
| NHTSA rollover resistance | 4 stars |
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