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Will never buy a Dodge Again
Boringdelaney, 06/21/2009
2007 Dodge Caliber 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought this vehicle as they came rolling off the trucks (3/06). In the last 3 yrs had some major problems: **4/06; the entire exhaust had to be replaced **2/07; at 13,000 miles, the pads and rotors had to be replaced **11/07; pads replaced once again **1/08; at 29,000 miles the electrical had to be replaced. **9/08; the complete braking system had to be replaced including pads and rotors ** 5/09;The last and final issue, a strange noise from the engine, it was the alternator, water pump, timing belt, pulley and some type of exhaust issue, I called the bank and had them pick up the vehicle, I will NEVER own a Chrysler/Dodge Product Again. Buyers Beware.
3 yrs old and hate it!!!
jr08, 05/07/2010
2007 Dodge Caliber R/T 4dr Wagon AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
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Where do I start? Only 12,000 miles on it, first car I bought on my own so I was all excited to drive it around and show it off. Dec. 08, driver side tie rod was bad, still under warranty so got it replaced. A little after that I had to have the computer reprogrammed because it wasnt shifting and I had to do it manually. About 6 months after that I had to get new tires. Dec. 09, I was told my right side tie rod was going bad along with my ball joint on left side. March '10, I had to replace tie rod, ball joint and lower control arm on both side. I drive 30 miles one way to school and drive there 2-3 times a week.....getting uncomfortable with this car.
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Feels bigger than it is.
hschall, 04/15/2006
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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Long time Ford advocate tries Dodge. I chose this vehicle over the Ford Escape and it fits my needs very well. Feels like a more expensive car than it is. Love the "indiglo" lit dash and cup holders. Sharp look without going overboard. Got it in the CVT which is very smooth although a little louder than I expected at times. Currently has a dash light on that right now Dodge can not fix. Told its an oxygen sensor bug. Seems that Ford had slightly better customer service.
I love this car!
Mary K. Skaggs, 04/18/2006
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I didn't expect to be the owner of a Dodge, but when I took this car out on a test drive, I absolutely fell in love with it! I love the way it handles and rides, and I've already taken it on it's first big trip. Everywhere we stopped, people would come around and ask us what kind of a car it was! It really attracted alot of attention!
happy with purchase
hector, 05/15/2010
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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satisfied with purchase.3and a half year and is working fine.at 24,300 miles change tires and magically tire noise is no longer,change tail lights 1st year(warranty)and driver's front shock absorber(my pocket)this month.runs well albeit slow in acceleration.my 94 tempo has equal acceleration with the 2.3 engine
Car of the year
steve stuard , 04/18/2006
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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This is Dodge at its best. I have driven many cars, but the design, fuel mileage and interior were all what I would expect to see on a $30,000 car. Good job Dodge.
Caliber love it
rt, 04/17/2006
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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Fun car. It is very good on gas mileage and it seats five well. It looks very sporty and it handles well. not a powerhouse but it gets you there
Avoid this car!!
irishguy, 06/20/2008
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought a new left over 2007 Caliber in March of 2008. I had the car a week when I hit a deer. The car broke like a plastic toy. The front end was completely smashed, the car was not drivable with broken parts and debris covering the roadway. The damage $10,000 and I only hit a deer! The Dodge dealer has had my car since March 17, 2008 and I have been driving a rental for 3 months because Dodge will not release the parts. The local Dodge dealer has been super. My insurance stopped paying after 30 days and the Dodge dealer is picking up the remainder. I am extremely disappointed with the Customer service and support or lack of it provided by the manufacturer!!
Satisfied owner
Mark S, 07/14/2008
2007 Dodge Caliber 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I actually own two Dodge Calibers both 2007, one SE & one SXT. My review is on the SE. Nice car for the money, spend the extra on the new SE Plus package which eliminates all my complaints (especially the tires). A few comments on other posts I've read: If you hit a deer in an entry level car, it will probably be totaled. The tires are bad on my 2007 SE but why blame Dodge? Dunlop built the crummy tires, direct your complaints to them. EPA established the fuel economy standards, (CAFE) not auto manufacturers. While it's true the 2007 is off from the EPA estimates, EVERY 2007 vehicle & earlier was WAY off. New stds enacted for 2008 are right on about 26 city and 30 hwy.
Don't do it
JAY JONAH, 12/05/2008
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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This car will not make it to 100k. Electrical problems, battery will go dead for no reason. Terrible acceleration due to very poor CVT. Gas mileage suffers. Because of it you need to go deeper on the gas pedal to get up to speed. In shop for numerous repairs only has 30k miles on it. In shop now because a coolant leak from the engine not the radiator or hose but a main pipe that leads to the engine has to be checked out to see if new engine is needed. Terrible blind spots. Check plastic in trunk scratches and scuffs very easy. I won't be surprised at all if people that previously reviewed the car good need to come update it. Now I see why they need a bailout this being one of the reasons. I own 97 Camry with 200k miles less problems than this car at 30k
High Caliber
GGGoodness, 06/24/2009
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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Just traded in a great 1998 Subaru Outback for a pristine 2007 Caliber with only 7000 miles on it! I love it. Spacious, comfortable, and the best looking wagon-style you can get in this price range. Really love the way it handles, the CTV is cool. Needed the 2nd row and cargo space for my gourmet foods company, plenty of space for a 6 foot table and pop up tent for Farmer's Markets. My 120 pound Chesapeake Bay Retriever loves that the back windows roll all the way down. My friends are jealous. :)
Don't buy it used
tsbcat, 05/12/2010
2007 Dodge Caliber 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I loved the style of this car when it first came out--a mini version of my hubby's magnum. That love affair ended as soon as the first rain hit my city. The car had an interior water leak that to this day can not be found and fixed. I had to replace the shocks due to cracking (under warranty). Constant issues with starting the car, blown gear shifter fuse due to constant jumping even though I was told the battery was good. And when I brake over a gritty surface with new tires, fully inflated the car has a tendency to slide. I think I got a lemon but it sounds like a lot of people have issues with this car
Fun Car to drive
Julie, 04/26/2006
2007 Dodge Caliber R/T 4dr Wagon AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
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I llove this car. Fun to drive. You do not feel the transmission shift. Lots of space. Good gas mileage even before being broken in. Great car.
One great car
Scott L, 04/10/2006
2007 Dodge Caliber R/T 4dr Wagon AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
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I liked this car from the moment I saw it in the show room. We decided to test drive it. They only had an SXT with the middle engine. A little underpowered for me since I already owned an Intrepid R/T. We next test drove the Caliber R/T. We bought it that day. Every day I drive it I like it better. It took a little getting used to the CVT transmission but now that I understand it, I like it even more. Power is there when I need it. The interior is really nice. Different. The exterior is funky. But a nice funky. I have a red Caliber and I am literally a driving bill board for this car. Everyone wants to know more about it. Great job, Dodge
A very good car
Michel Masse, 03/28/2007
2007 Dodge Caliber R/T 4dr Wagon AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
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After becoming accustomed to the CVT transmission I will have difficulty to return to another type of transmission. The AWD driving in the last winter in Quebec region was avery good experience. I averaged 26-28 mpg in city driving and 31-32 in open road. After 20 000 km it is a solid car.
Caliber
jim, 01/17/2007
2007 Dodge Caliber R/T 4dr Wagon AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
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Drove in snow and ice for first time. Excellent handling on the ice with AWD. Getting up icy hills with no problem. Tows my small boat easily. Would like better gas mileage (22 mpg city). Is not crowded with five passengers. Like the SUV style-I call it a minie SUV.
Still Working Out The Bugs
BRENT, 05/01/2006
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I traded in my full size Ram to save on gas and provide the household with 2 cars for getting around. 1st bug! The check engine light has bad wiring and we are waiting on Dodge to send the replacement. 2nd bug! The model we bought has a Firestone tire that is not released to the public yet. and it is on back order and guessed it! We had a flat that could not be patched. So after 3 weeks we are waiting on a tire and a new wire so the check engine light will work correct. I hope nothing is wrong with the engine because the dealership just told us to drive it there is no problem!
Over 3yrs still runs great
Guy, 05/13/2010
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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My parents gave me 2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 2.0 for graduation, it was bought used with 21,000 miles currently it has 68,000. Not sure what all the reliability complains are, keep serviced properly and it will last, simple as that, I change the oil every 3,500 miles synthetic only, just because I heard it is better then conventional specially on CVTs. The CVT did take quite a bit to get used to, but now driving conventional automatic cars just feels wrong. Last week I replaced the standard stereo with a more modern Pioneer with bluetooth, iPod Integration, and USB imputs. I love the styling, looks rather small from the outside, great surprize when you do get in, I'm 5'11 240lbs.
A great little car!
Veggie, 05/02/2006
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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This is a very stylish car on both the exterior and interior. It is small and easy to park, but carries tons of stuff. I love that it both rides up high like and SUV and handles really well like a sports car. I'm 6'2", and I have plenty of head room and look good driving this car. I have owned only imports up until now - if America keeps coming out with cars like this I will never need to go back.
Ping
Fred, 07/10/2008
2007 Dodge Caliber 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I love my Caliber (still). It now has 21,000 miles and I enjoy its exterior appearance and interior comfort. It's drivability is alright. My Caliber was recalled for the "flash" that was supposed to have taken care of the brief pinging noise the engine makes immediately after shifting into gear and accelerating. My car still makes the pinging noise and I am concerned this will eventually cause damage to some engine component. My service man at the dealer told me I should try running the car with premium unleaded to see if the ping goes away. I just looked at him and laughed as I had already tried this. Seem Mopar doesn't know how to fix the product it designed.
"SK's" SXT
"SK", 05/21/2006
2007 Dodge Caliber R/T 4dr Wagon AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
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I took the car for a test drive and before I went 1/4 of a mile I told the salesman to make me a deal on the car. I loved everything about it. The only draw back to me is the high step over getting in & out of the car and that is minimal. I love the car. Dodge has a winner
2007Caliber
me1934, 05/10/2006
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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We have owned this vehicle for four weeks. We purchased it as a backup to our full-size conversion van, but are using it as our main vehicle due to the fuel economy and fun and easy to drive.
Fun To Drive
John, 12/13/2009
2007 Dodge Caliber R/T 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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Before I bought car I read reviews here n got alitte nervous. But I really like this car fun to drive. And not bad gas mileage about 26 mpg steady. I hope this review don t jinkx me. I bought an extended warranty direct because of what I read here. I plan on keeping car 4 a while. So bought a 5 yr 100 k mile hope I don t need it but I have in just in case. I'm 6 ft 285 and the car is comfortable 4 me easy to get in and out of too.
Big Guy for a small car
BigCaliber, 07/03/2009
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I have had the car over two years now, bought used. It had been a rental and well cared for. In the past I have always had bigger vehicles (still have a Ford full size van) because I am 6' 4" and most smaller cars are impossible for me to drive. This car fits me very well, plenty of head and leg room, really like the height adjustable driver seat. I was looking for a smaller fuel efficient car for driving around town and this one has been all I was looking for. Yes it is not as well made as my bigger cars, but the price reflects that. New front tires at 40,000 miles, rear still have some life. So far no mechanical problems, transmission is doing fine, I have to say I am happy with it.
Good car for the price
Kelly, 06/07/2010
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought this car 4 years ago & I love it. I originally wanted a Pontiac Vibe but the Caliber had more of the options I wanted for a lower price. The car is very roomy & I get 25 mpg with it, which is great seeing as how my job requires traveling. I slid on some ice in January 2009 & slammed into a metal gate. The entire front end back to the front doors needed replaced but there was no internal damage. I also had to get the left front lower control arm replaced this past March. The car is horrible in the snow, so I plan on getting a 4WD truck next year but I still plan on keeping this car. Its a sharp looking car.
First Purchase of a Dodge
Patty, 05/10/2006
2007 Dodge Caliber R/T 4dr Wagon AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
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I have had nothing but Fords for the past 20 years or so. But when I needed to look for a new car, they didn't have anything for me. The Caliber had absolutely everything I was looking for at an affordable price, so I took a more serious look at the car. I have had it now almost 2 weeks and just love it!
Rockin' little Dodge
fitz7, 05/22/2006
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I had a great Blazer, but too many miles and a guzzler. Was looking at the Matrix and Vibe- then I saw the commercial [one sick puppy]. I'm now the proud owner of a black SXT 2.0, CVT, fully loaded, sunroof, MusicGate, and tinted windows-black in the back. I've seen reviews suggesting lackluster speed-Not mine! I'm always first off the line, and passing is a breeze. It's no race car-after all it is a 4cyl-but it does its job well. No excessive wind noise-ofcourse I've got the Vault on Sirius blasting! I can haul my compressor, airbrushes, paints, tools, and more. If you're ever in Texas and you see a Dead-Head sticker on the back of a Black Caliber, well-that'd be me-Say Hi!!!
Fun to drive
dakar711, 01/27/2007
2007 Dodge Caliber R/T 4dr Wagon AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
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I got my Caliber in April of '06 with 3 miles on it now I have 26,582. I have found no major problems with it. The bigest complant is with the tire air pressure display. It gives 3-5 psi difference. I have the yellow R/T
Great Value
Laura, 05/23/2006
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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This car has been awesome so far. The interior is extremely comfortable and versatile. Love the reclining rear seats and how the rear seats as well as the passenger seats fold flush to the floor for more cargo space. Also, the floor of the cargo hatch is plastic and removable for easy cleaning. The car has decent, but not great acceleration. Caliber provides an extremely smooth and comfortable ride.
First car
Steph, 05/03/2006
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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This is my first car - all other vehicles have been trucks or SUV's. I love driving this car, and it was easy to make the transition from a Durango to the Caliber. It drives great and seems to have a lot of power for a 4 cyl.
Overall happy
iamme27, 06/16/2010
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought my car used with 38,000 miles. Drove it from Boston to Georgia without any issues and quite comfortably too. So far only problem is with the ball joints/control arms wearing out, but that's likely due to the previous driver. I am still happy with it though. Drives comfortably, quiet inside, ok mpg, etc. The svt is a little strange. Takes a second to get pick-up after pressing the gas pedal. People complain about it, but they have made improvements with newer models. 2007 was the first yr, what do you expect?
Irritating Problems
Bill, 05/11/2006
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I traded in a Dodge Dakota V8 to save on fuel costs. The Caliber has comfortable seating compared to other smaller cars. It has a smooth ride. The second day of driving I noticed a high pitched ringing noise. This appears to be the high pressure fuel pump. The dealer and Chrysler refuse to acknowledge it is a problem and refused to replace the pump. I don't think I should hear the fuel pump operating inside the vehicle. It did not make that sound when I took delivery but started 100 miles later. It is very annoying unless you listen to loud music that drowns out the sound.
A perfect fit
Katimae, 05/31/2006
2007 Dodge Caliber R/T 4dr Wagon AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
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I have a 60 mile daily commute so fuel efficiency is mandatory. However, since that commute is through Wisconsin it is also necessary that my vehicle is able to handle rough roads/weather. Being the mother of 2 very active boys I refuse to sacrifice on interior space, this car is roomy enough for my 2 kids and the family dog (shepherd & collie mix) to sit in the back seat together comfortably. Even though it's a 4 cyl, it could easily keep up with my 3.2 V6 Intrepid. Its safety features put it in a class of its own for a lower priced car. This car looks sporty but is still a great family car. I didn't think I could find a car that met all of my needs and this one met and far exceeded them.
Best New Car I've Ever Owned
Steve6887, 12/22/2008
2007 Dodge Caliber R/T 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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Bought new 51 weeks ago; run 27000 miles already, mostly my 50-mile daily commute down the I-5 in So. Cal each day, plus three trips to Vegas, and city errand/kids school carpool driving etc. This is the only new car (of six I've owned)that has not had any defects or problems whatsoever. The original Firestone 18" performance tires still have plenty of service life left, and surprisingly so do the original brakes. The only service has been oil changes every 5K miles ($17 at the Dodge dlr, not bad for OEM) My 16 yr old daughter thinks this car is cool. Definitely get the R/T though, as added amenities, bigger engine, autostick, and 4wheel disc brakes are crucial for the enjoyment of this car.
It's Growing on Me
altarofego, 01/25/2008
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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This car is a good commuter car. I bought it because it seems the car best balancing gas mileage and interior space. I'm on the tall side at 6'4". It is slow and handles poorly when pressed, but I don't dirve that way. The tubing covering the break lines has dropped down 4 times and the dealer does not seem to have a solution. I had to fix it. The steering wheel controls for the radio/cd player have a mind of their own. The left button that should change the stations only does that occasionally. Mostly it lowers or raises the volume randomly. I no longer us it. I don't know that I'd buy this one again, but I'm not terribly dissatisfied either.
Wow, It's a Great Car
rainville, 05/30/2006
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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We bought our Caliber in April 2006 and we love it! It gets great gas mileage. I listed what we averaged for one month and it was driven a lot in city miles, and we got great mileage! We also love the way it looks and drives! The inside is also sharp! The color we bought is the sunburst orange and it is sharp! We also liked the red! It is just a great all the way around< we did own a dodge ram 1500 quad cab and I thought we may not like the caliber because of the size but it has a lot of room and gets great gas mileage. That was the reason we were looking to trade because of gas prices and went on the Dodge web site and seen the Caliber and liked what we saw!
Great
jm, 06/10/2006
2007 Dodge Caliber R/T 4dr Wagon AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
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I have had the R/T for about 2.5 months now and love it. Have put on 3500 miles with no problems. Need an oil change though. I am 6'6" and have a 100 mile round trip daily commute to work so I needed a commuter with some style. This one does the job and is very comfortable for tall people looking for a smaller car with decent gas mileage. Looks sharp and makes the drive fun. Handles better than I expected on the curves and very reasonably priced. I hope to have it around a long time. With rear seat folded I can put in my dog kennel for my 85lb German Shepard without any space issues as well. The little extras are nice but AWD and 176HP with autoshift and leather for around 20g is a good deal!
I love it!
Jen, 02/21/2007
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I absolutely love this vehicle. It is sporty, yet sophiscated. No it is not speedy, however I don't need the tickets! It is fun to drive and fun to look at!
Awesome! I love it!
Vicky, 06/06/2006
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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Traded in my 2004 Ford Mustang GT for this car. I'm now the proud owner of a black SXT CVT, fully loaded, sunroof, MusicGate, and (after market) tinted windows-black in the back. At first, my friends thought I was totally insane until they rode in it one day on the way to lunch. Much more room on the inside and more practical! Even my husband likes it because of the room. Not very good on acceleration, but hey, I'm used to an 8-cylinder Mustang! I absolutely love this car! Inside and out, she's awesome. I had wanted to eventually trade in my Mustang for an SUV and this car will tie me over for a couple years hopefully.
Great Car
Bateman, 01/04/2010
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I completely LOVE this car. I don't really have a bad thing to say about it. It has tons of room inside. My husband is a bigger build and he fits in our Caliber better than any other car. The seats in the front as well as the back are VERY comfortable. It has lots of great features and storage space inside. My 3 dogs love it as well.
Worth every penny
Holly, 06/07/2006
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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Most of the views I read talked about how unhappy everyone was with the "cheap" feeling of the interior. This is an economy car, not a BMW. I feel that my purchase was worth every penny when I compared what I got on the Caliber compared to the Fit, Yaris and Focus. I just needed a great car to get to work and grad school, but also be able to take a canoe trip with friends.
Great car!
flyusmc, 06/11/2006
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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No problems and I avg 30 MPG. Tons of features and good fit and finish. Was not looking for the color I got but it stands out and be ready for attention (Sunburst Orange). Tons of space on the inside with very versatle interorior configurations. CVT is something to get used to. It definitly saps some of the engines power, but it makes up for it in fuel economy. Overall way underated but much better then the others I drove. For the same price you get a much bigger car with way better features. The rated MPG is very close to actuall unlike the Honda & Toyota I drove.. They may be faster, but thats all. PS. the integrated chill zone cooler really works and is very cool!
The worst car ever!
lisalee, 07/14/2010
2007 Dodge Caliber R/T 4dr Wagon AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
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This is the worst car ever! At 5,000 miles the caliper froze up, Chrysler wanted the dealer to turn my rotor instead of putting a new one on needless to say that didn't happen, at 24,000 the transmission had to be replaced, at 27,000 the power steering rack and pump had to be replaced, at 30,000 miles the lower control arms, linkage to the sway bars had to be replaced. This is the most unreliable car ever! Chrysler says it's my problem not theirs!
Anything But Cute
Tim & Gina, 06/22/2006
2007 Dodge Caliber R/T 4dr Wagon AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
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We have owned our R/T AWD for a month now & we love it. We fight over it every day. We are extremely impressed with the quality of the car & the gas mileage. We average 29mpg & have had over 32mpg at times. We drive it 120 miles round trip & the majority are highway miles. The Boston Acoustics stereo easily drowns out any new model rattles. The electronicly controlled 6 spd like CVT runs smoothly but is a little jerky when slowing down. But, we seldom need to apply the brakes as the downshifting slows the car naturally. We don't have the moonroof & it has ample headroom. 18" rims without the chrome are perfect on this car. We tinted the windows & the car looks awesome! Great car to buy!
This is a great car
bobbyd2, 06/22/2006
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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This is my first Dodge purchase ever. I am very impressed with the power, room, and quality of this vehicle. I owned an Explorer for the last 5 years and can't find anything about this car that is less appealing than the explorer. I think Dodge has a real winner hear! Hope all stays well with it!
A great car for the money!
Infinity, 01/28/2008
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I have had my Caliber SXT for 3 months and 8000 miles now. I get lots of comments on it's looks, and the aluminum rims really add to it. Keeping in mind the price, we love it! The musicgate sound system has amazing bass and power. It has a very smooth ride for a "small car". When stopped, we can not even feel the engine running, as there is no miss or vibration! The chilled glove box is a nice feature. The gas mileage has not been what I hoped for at around 24mpg with a lot of highway miles, but it has been winter driving. Winter handling has been impressive so far. I highly recommend the Caliber to anyone looking for a new car in the mid/upper teens price range.
Wondering
Dana, 07/23/2010
2007 Dodge Caliber R/T 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I have had my car for a year now and I am wondering why it fishtails when the car hits a dip or uneven payment? Is anyone else having this problem and how did you fix it. I have read the other reviews and it sounds like a lot of tire rods and arms have had to replaced. I think I need to have mine checked. I also have had to change tires since buying my car. I keep the scheduled maintenance. After reading reviews am worried about trade-in offers. I think I want to trade mine in. It scares me being so fishy. It makes me wonder what else is going on under the car with suspension.
Pretty good.
Mike, 06/22/2006
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I traded in a Tahoe in April to get better mileage. I really liked the styling better than the other cars in this class. I have a 1.8 sxt. Loved the extra features that didn't cost an arm and a leg (heated seats, 6 disc in dash, Cool Zone, etc). Also, I am 6'3, and it has a lot of head and leg room. I don't feel cramped like I do in my wife's Civic. I have been pleasantly surprised by the car. However, it has developed a pinging noise and Dodge has said it is a "non issue". I don't get 30 mpg, more like 26. However, after driving a Tahoe, anything is better than that. Also, random warning lights have come on, but they go off when restarted.
My wife' car, but I love to drive it.
csolson1977, 06/22/2006
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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We bought the car after we researched it for a long time. It lived up to our expectations. We are very happy with the SXT sport The interior is well laid out. I didn' feel like the dash was crowded with the various displas. A lady at a gas station thought that it was a Lxus or BMW because it is such a good looking car. It' a great car to offset our 1500 mega cab. Great gas mileage, sharp looking and fully loaded, its anything but cute.
Like a kid again!
normko, 06/23/2006
2007 Dodge Caliber R/T 4dr Wagon AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
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I'll be 81 years old next month and just purchased my 92nd. car, including collector cars, a 2007 Solar Yellow RT. As an attention getter it rivals my Magnum RT. There are few adjectives that can deacribe how I feel about this car. It is smooth, quiet, handles well, and has great mid range accelleration. With over 1600 miles gas mileage tank fulls have been a low of 22.3 and a high of 27.2 MPG.