Dodge Charger vs Dodge Caliber
Overview | |
MSRP$34,230 | MSRP$13,925 |
Average price$27,005 | Average price$5,441 |
Listings9254 | Listings157 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews5.8 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryHooligans and cops everywhere are saying their final goodbyes to the Dodge Charger, a full-size sedan both sides of the law have exonerated for intimidation and respect. The Charger, along with the Chrysler 300 and Dodge Challenger coupe that share its 1990s-era Mercedes platform, will be discontinued after the 2023 model year. At one time the most powerful production sedan in the world—and still the most powerful running on gas—the Charger's replacement will be a trendy EV that Dodge doesn't really want to build. That's the law, though, so the Charger departs in full smoke and fury with three special edition Last Call models built in limited numbers for its final year. We drove one, a 2023 Charger Swinger, for a proper send-off. | |
Reviews SummaryThe Caliber joined Dodge’s lineup last year as a practical successor to the Neon and started winning a few hearts with its reasonable price tag and comfortable interior. Optional all-wheel-drive makes the Caliber a viable crossover alternative for buyers living in places where the weather gets nasty, but the specs may not be enough. Useful hatchbacks are a rare breed on the market today, as many buyers are opting for SUVs from Jeep, Hyundai, and Honda, so the Caliber enjoys somewhat limited competition. The Toyota Matrix and Nissan Versa are closest to going toe-to-toe with the Caliber, but it’s the Toyota that dominates the segment. The Caliber is less refined and less efficient than the Matrix, but the price will be much better for many buyers’ budgets. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.6L 292 hp V6 | Engine1.8L 148 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower292 hp @ 6350 rpm | Horsepower148 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City19 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway29 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.6L 292 hp V6 | Engine Name1.8L 148 hp I4 |
Torque260 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm | Torque125 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm |
Horsepower292 hp @ 6350 rpm | Horsepower148 hp @ 6500 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City19 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway29 |
Interior | |
Leather Seats | Leather SeatsOptional |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemOptional |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.5 cu ft | Cargo Space18.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3940 lbs | Curb Weight2966 lbs |
Height57.8 in | Height60.4 in |
Length198.4 in | Length173.8 in |
Width82.7 in | Width68.8 in |
Wheelbase120.0 in | Wheelbase103.7 in |
Maximum Payload1160 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity1000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $34,230 | $13,925 |
Average price | $27,005 | $5,441 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.6 | 4.2 |
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 5.8 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Hooligans and cops everywhere are saying their final goodbyes to the Dodge Charger, a full-size sedan both sides of the law have exonerated for intimidation and respect. The Charger, along with the Chrysler 300 and Dodge Challenger coupe that share its 1990s-era Mercedes platform, will be discontinued after the 2023 model year. At one time the most powerful production sedan in the world—and still the most powerful running on gas—the Charger's replacement will be a trendy EV that Dodge doesn't really want to build. That's the law, though, so the Charger departs in full smoke and fury with three special edition Last Call models built in limited numbers for its final year. We drove one, a 2023 Charger Swinger, for a proper send-off. | The Caliber joined Dodge’s lineup last year as a practical successor to the Neon and started winning a few hearts with its reasonable price tag and comfortable interior. Optional all-wheel-drive makes the Caliber a viable crossover alternative for buyers living in places where the weather gets nasty, but the specs may not be enough. Useful hatchbacks are a rare breed on the market today, as many buyers are opting for SUVs from Jeep, Hyundai, and Honda, so the Caliber enjoys somewhat limited competition. The Toyota Matrix and Nissan Versa are closest to going toe-to-toe with the Caliber, but it’s the Toyota that dominates the segment. The Caliber is less refined and less efficient than the Matrix, but the price will be much better for many buyers’ budgets. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.6L 292 hp V6 | 1.8L 148 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 292 hp @ 6350 rpm | 148 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City | 19 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 29 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.6L 292 hp V6 | 1.8L 148 hp I4 |
Torque | 260 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm | 125 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm |
Horsepower | 292 hp @ 6350 rpm | 148 hp @ 6500 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 19 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 29 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Optional | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Optional | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.5 cu ft | 18.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3940 lbs | 2966 lbs |
Height | 57.8 in | 60.4 in |
Length | 198.4 in | 173.8 in |
Width | 82.7 in | 68.8 in |
Wheelbase | 120.0 in | 103.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1160 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1000 lbs | 1000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 1000 lbs | |
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