Used Dodge Dart for Sale nearCedar Knolls, NJ

How much does the Dodge Dart cost in today's market?

Used Dodge Dart prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Dodge Dart's current nationwide average price is $6,616, and its lowest point over the past year was $6,616. Recently, prices have come down for the 2014, 2015, and 2016 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Dodge Dart a good car?

Yes — the Dodge Dart earns a strong owner response overall, with the all-generations user rating anchoring its appeal.

The all-generations owner rating is 4.57/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Dart for its sporty feel, comfortable interior, fuel efficiency, and everyday usability. Across the years, it also stands out for its roomy cabin and practical size, which give it a bigger feel than many shoppers expect from a compact car.

Expert reviews rate the 2015 and 2016 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs center on technology quirks, electrical issues, and some powertrain limitations relative to larger or more powerful vehicles.

22.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Dodge Dart models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Dart's sporty driving character, comfortable cabin, and practical everyday use. The model also earns praise for its roomy interior and value-oriented packaging, which help it fit well into daily driving.

• Owners rate the Dodge Dart between 4.5 and 4.75 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by checking vehicle history carefully and focusing on examples with clean records and consistent maintenance.

What should I look for when buying a used Dodge Dart?

Across all model years, at 60.5% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: GT and Limited trims can be equipped with blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-path detection monitoring, rear parking assist, and smart-beam headlamps.
• Infotainment: a large, 8.4-inch Uconnect touchscreen is standard on most trims, with a 7-inch TFT display standard in Aero, Limited, and GT trims.
• Fuel efficiency: 25 mpg city/36 highway/29 combined; 24/34/27; 28/41/32; 40 mpg

Which Dodge Dart trim should I buy?

The 2016 Dodge Dart offers these trims:

• SE: the entry point, with the base 2-liter 4-cylinder engine and the simplest setup.
• Aero: the best-value choice if you want the 1.4-liter turbocharged engine and the available 6-speed dual-clutch automatic.
• SXT: a step up in equipment, with access to the 2.4-liter engine and the large 8.4-inch Uconnect touchscreen as an available feature.
• GT: adds the 2.4-liter engine, a 7-inch TFT display, and available advanced safety features.
• Limited: the most upscale trim in the lineup, with the 2.4-liter engine, a 7-inch TFT display, and available advanced safety features.

What Dodge Dart do most buyers choose?

The Dodge Dart years with the most listings are 2014, 2015, and 2016.

Higher-listing years usually give you more shopping choice, which can make it easier to compare prices, trims, and condition. They also tend to be the years where you can find the broadest mix of deal quality.

What is the Dodge Dart's resale value?

Prices are moving lower across the model years shown, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. The changes are especially noticeable on the older examples, while the newer ones are moving down more gradually.

The 2015 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2015, 2016, and 2014 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Dodge Dart safe?

• 2016: 8/10
• 2015: 8/10
• 2014: 9/10

For the safest used buy, the 2014 model posts the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Dodge Dart now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2015 model is at −0.53% versus a year ago, and the 2014 model is at −6.32%.
• Deal availability: The 2015 model has 25% good and great deals, and the 2014 model has 25%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2014 model has the most listings at a current average price of $6,744. The Dodge Dart offers a roomy cabin and a bigger-than-expected feel for a compact sedan.

If you're buying used today, the 2014 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 6, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.