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2008 Dodge Caliber SXT Review

By: LacPac
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02/19/2009

#1 benfit is gas mileage. I consistently get more mileage than the avg city and highway on the Window sticker...this amazes me. As much as 32mpg on the highway at 65-70mph with the 2.0 CVT.
Trans takes some getting use to but makes more sense as it looks for every opportunity to drop rpm's to save gas.
Also saves brakes since the trans slows you down before braking is needed.  Great ride height.  It's nice to not have to crawl off the floor every time you get in and out.  Headlight are std halogen, but have a broad range of lighting and coverage. Interior is plasticy but everything new coming out is like this in the price range, and it's easy to maintain.  Only problem was a lower front control arm bushing that was sticky in wet weather. Replaced under warranty. Roomy (I'm 6'3" 220) and versatile. Kids like partial reclining back seats.  Wish the XM radio had a input for mp3... big miss on that one.    

Pros: Great mileage, versatility, ease of entry, big tires and ground clearance
Cons: Hard plastic interior, MP3 input missing on upgraded radio.
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Thank You Sir May I Buy Another.

2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 Review

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By: Tacuma_250
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10/18/2009

Fast for a 4 cylinder thanks to the turbo. It's like driving a really fast go cart. Handles very well in the corners and can stop on a dime thanks to the 14 in. rotors and Brembo brake system. It can kick alot of other cars asses even the V-8's and still get 30+ MPG on the highway.

Pros: It's fast,fun and still economical.
Cons: Even though it's a hatchback it's something you wouldn't want to take the family in on a vacation/long drive.
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2008 Dodge Caliber SXT Review

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By: Jim1446
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12/24/2008

absolutly totaly the best car i've ever been driving and owned, i cant even describe it... And the cost? Only thing i can say i WOW... best car you can get for a low price, only 250.000 swedish crowns... i just love this car! thank you and good bye!

Pros: The whole car
Cons: Nothing
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Great Car!

2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 Review

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By: Jonathan4407...
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11/29/2008

Handling is bad.  Needs to be stronger and the oversteering is really bad.  But everything else is awsome.  Fast, Fast, and really Fast.  For being a stock car with not to many addons available right now, it is doing very well.  Can't comment on gas becuase the way I drive I run my tank to the ground.

Pros: Almost everything.  The power is what really makes me happy... and all from a 4 banger.  Braking is great too.
Cons: Handling and Oversteering.
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Awesome Car For A Bang For Your Buck

2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 Review

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By: Justin5371
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10/23/2008

The SRT-4 is a beast. On the quarter mile it does a 14 second flat stock. With so much more unlocked potential.
It may be ugly as a truck but it is sweet.
Awesome car to drive... especially when people think that there going to smoke you and than bam. They don't see it coming till its to late.

Pros: 285hp stock. Big mitsu turbo. still has four doors. Kicker sound system is pretty good for stock.
Cons: Torque Steer!!!
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Dodge Caliber Srt-4

2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 Review

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By: Justin5107
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09/16/2008

Faster than you think while undercover with good gas mileage.  It turns hard and stop fast for a good price.  It gose 155 mph.  You can put a 52 inch LCD TV in the back with the seats down.   The car is fun and it gets looks here and there.

Pros: 155 mph, Turbo power, 6-speed
Cons: Front wheel drive
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2008 Caliber Srt4

2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 Review

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By: Jeff2481
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07/20/2008

It's 285 HP of turbocharged goodness that will still pull 30 MPG.

I love this car.  The way it drives is great, it's performance is incredible for the price.  It's practical, but still a lot of fun.  It definitely stands out in a crowd.  This car allows you to have your cake and eat it too.

Pros: Everything!
Cons: Nothing!
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'08 Caliber Srt4

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By: Jeff2481
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07/11/2008

It's a Caliber SRT4.  They don't have that trim in the system yet.  It's 285 HP of turbocharged goodness that will still pull 30 MPG.

I love this car.  The way it drives is great, it's performance is incredible for the price.  It's practical, but still a lot of fun.  It definitely stands out in a crowd.

Pros: Everything!
Cons: Nothing!
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Caliber

2008 Dodge Caliber SXT Review

By: Cabrio_1361
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10/08/2009

Good all around car. High output 2.0 liter engine putting 158 hp, lots of leg and head room, hatchback makes plenty of storage capacity. Low cost to purchase, acceptable repair cost acceptable fuel mileage. Air pressure sensor light is first thing to go wrong and is plenty annopying but not worrisome.

Pros: comfort
Cons: low power
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Gracie The Silver Streak!

2008 Dodge Caliber SE Review

By: Cayman_84
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09/22/2009

Gracie the Silver Streak scoots right along.  No problem getting into traffic.  Love my car's appearance, quality, gas mileage good, and it drives well on trips!  Overall, I love my little car.  I would recommend this car to anyone looking.

Pros: Gas milage, comfort, performance
Cons: Nothing
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