Used Dodge Dart for Sale nearChicago, IL

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 $6,783, and over the past year that nationwide average price reached a low of $6,712. Recently, prices have come down for the 2014 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 overall owner response, and the all-generations owner rating is 4.57/5 across every model year in the data. Owners repeatedly praise its sporty feel, comfortable interior, fuel efficiency, and everyday drivability, while the expert reviews also highlight its roomy cabin and value-focused character. Expert reviews rate the 2015 and 2016 models among the highest across all years. The main trade-offs center on technology quirks, quality-control concerns, and performance that trails larger or more powerful vehicles. 23.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Dodge Dart models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Dodge Dart as fun to drive, practical, and dependable for daily use, with comfort and fuel efficiency coming up often in the feedback. Expert reviews also reinforce its roomy cabin, sturdy feel, and value-oriented appeal.

• 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 condition carefully, since owner feedback also points to quality-control concerns in some cars.

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

Across all model years, at 61.6% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-path detection monitoring, rear parking assist, and smart-beam headlamps in GT and Limited trims
• Infotainment: large, 8.4-inch Uconnect touchscreen standard on most trims; 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 trim centers on the base 2-liter engine and serves as the starting point for the lineup.
• SXT: A strong value choice that adds access to the larger 2.4-liter engine and sits in the middle of the range.
• Aero: Best if you want the 1.4-liter turbocharged engine and the available 6-speed dual-clutch automatic.
• GT: Adds the 2.4-liter engine, a rear stabilizer bar, and available advanced safety features.
• Limited: The most upscale trim, with the 2.4-liter engine, rear stabilizer bar, 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 tend to draw more shoppers because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right price, condition, and equipment mix. They also usually offer the broadest selection of trims and mileage levels.

What is the Dodge Dart's resale value?

Most of the Dart years shown here are moving lower in price, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. One year is ticking upward, so the model's value picture is mixed rather than moving in one direction across the board. The 2015, 2014, and 2016 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 2014 model is at −3.84% versus a year ago.
• Deal availability: The 2014 model has 25.9% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2014 model has the most listings at a current average price of $6,910. The Dodge Dart offers a roomy cabin and a substantial feel that make it especially appealing for shoppers who want compact-car value with a bigger-car presence.

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 September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.