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2009 Dodge Caliber Reviews

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2009 Dodge Caliber SXT Review

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By: Natalie693
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12/04/2008

50 MPG.  It was cheaper to buy new than used.  Drives nice, it's comfortable, and a 5 speed.  It is surprisingly big.
Problem with backing up though,when looking through the rear window it  looks like whatever is behind you are right on top of it, but really is not so close.  

Pros: comfy interior, handles nice.
Cons: Shifter in odd spot takes getting used to,   1.8L seems under powered for its size.
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Great Deal For The Price

2009 Dodge Caliber SE Review

By: Derby_97
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09/22/2009

great car financially. good gas mileage, good braking. only problem i have had with the car is the low tire gauge. it broke and constantly said the tire was low, even though it wasnt. also, getting the change oil light even after changes, was difficult to turn off.

fun to drive, and has a little bit of balls to get up to speed.

Pros: cheap and fun
Cons: not a whole lot to add parts wise.
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Fell In Love With This Car As A Rental On Vacation... Now I'm On Vacation Every Day!

By: Synesthesia
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06/27/2009

I used to drive an SUV...  Wanted better milage with the same elevated seating.  The Caliber filled the bill.  Never would have paid over 20K for a car...  The Caliber's price sealed the deal.  

I love the CVT tranny...  4 bangers tend to sound "buzzy" winding through the gears...  Cali with CVT is smooth as silk.  No "gear hunting" with the cruise control on going up hills.  

Pros: I sit around 6 inches higher than I would in others in its class
Cons: wicked "lane change" blind spot.  A stick-on convex fixed this.
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Caliber, Fun Toys, Terrible Transmission

2009 Dodge Caliber SXT Review

By: Nick143
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03/02/2009

The performance of the Caliber was odd at best.  The continuously variable transmission (CVT) was an absolute nightmare!  If you are the type that likes to actually drive their car then the constant sound of the same RPM level will kill you, but if you want a smooth running car that basically drives you, then this is your car.  The extras on the car were definitely nice.  I averaged between 20 and 21 MPG while driving the car.  It was not overly fun to drive.

Pros: The toys and extras
Cons: gas mileage, CVT transmission
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Amazing Bang For The Buck

2009 Dodge Caliber SXT Review

By: jeffreycolds...
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01/04/2009

Brilliant black paint is stunning. Interior is stylish, very roomy and exceedingly comfortable.2.0 engine is powerful and smooth. Ride is tight and quiet. My only complaint is visibility out of rear side windows is poor, but I just added small, convex mirrors to the door mirrors and solved that issue. 35mpg at 80mph. Awesome! I absolutely love this little car! Would not change anything.

Pros: mileage,ride,power
Cons: slight visibility issue
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