2008 Dodge Caliber SXT
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- Photo: 2008 Dodge Caliber SXT 1.8 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Dodge Caliber PM Brillant Black Crystal Pearl (1) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2008 Dodge Caliber SXT 1.8 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2007 Dodge Caliber RT in black, rear left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Caliber 2010 interior by Enrico Stirl aka Germaneon, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2008 Dodge Caliber SXT is a 148-hp 1.8-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $16,620 MSRP and is rated at 26 mpg combined.
It makes 148 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 125 lb-ft of torque at 5200 rpm, spinning to a 6,750 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 24 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (26 mpg combined).
The Caliber measures 173.8 inches long on a 103.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,039 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $16,620 ($25,088 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $17,180 ($25,934 *) |
| Destination Charge | $560 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.8L World I4 |
| Displacement | 1.8 L |
| Horsepower | 148 hp @ 6,500 rpm |
| Torque | 125 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm |
| Redline | 6,750 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 16-valve |
| Bore and Stroke | 3.38 x 3.05 in (86 x 77.4 mm) |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Injection Type | Sequential multi-port fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual (Magna T355) |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 24 MPG |
| Highway | 29 MPG |
| Combined | 26 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 13.6 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent, lower control arms, coil springs, gas shocks |
| Rear Suspension | Independent, multi-link, coil springs, gas shocks |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17" x 6.5" |
| Wheels Rear | 17" x 6.5" |
| Tires Front | P215/60R17 |
| Tires Rear | P215/60R17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 173.8 in |
| Width | 68.8 in |
| Height | 60.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.7 in |
| Front Track | 59.8 in |
| Rear Track | 59.8 in |
| Ground Clearance | 7.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 18.5 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,039 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.8 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.9 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.8 in |
| Legroom Rear | 35.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 54.2 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 53.4 in |
| Hip Room Front | 52.2 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 49.6 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Dodge CALIBER.
377 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2008 Dodge CALIBER
Owner Complaints
377 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Dodge CALIBER (21 mention a crash, 5 a fire, 12 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Suspension | 118 |
| Structure | 89 |
| Electrical System | 63 |
| Engine | 43 |
| Power Train | 39 |
| Steering | 37 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2008 DODGE CALIBER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.