2008 Dodge Caliber SXT Specs

2008 Dodge Caliber SXT FWD powered by 1.8-liter Inline-4 Gas Engine with Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT) transmission.

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Overview

Select configuration:

$17,485

Starting Price (MSRP)

Engine

1.8-liter Inline-4 Gas

Transmission

Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)

Drivetrain

Front Wheel Drive

Body Type

Hatchback

Seating capacity

5 seater

Trunk Volume

TBC

Fuel Economy

City: 24 MPG

Hwy: 29 MPG

Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine

1.8-liter Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower

148 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque

125 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm
Transmission

Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT) (+$1,000)
Drivetrain

Front Wheel Drive

Steering

Steering Type

Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter

35.5 ft

Wheels

Front Wheel Size

17" x 6.5"
Rear Wheel Size

17" x 6.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension

Independent
Rear Suspension

Independent

Tires

Front Tire

P215/60R17
Rear Tire

P215/60R17
Spare Tire

Compact

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

City

24 MPG
Highway

29 MPG

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity

13.6 gallons
Cruising Range City

326.4 miles
Cruising Range Highway

394.4 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length

173.8 in
Height

60.4 in
Max Width

68.8 in
Front Width

59.8 in
Rear Width

59.8 in
Wheelbase

103.7 in
Ground Clearance

7 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity

5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room

41.8 in
Front Seat Headroom

39.8 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room

54.2 in
Front Seat Hip Room

52.2 in
Rear Seat Leg Room

35.7 in
Rear Seat Headroom

38.9 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room

53.4 in
Rear Seat Hip Room

49.6 in

Weight and Trailing

Curb Weight

2,972 lbs

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up

18.5 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down

48 ft³

Colors and Materials

Standard Interior Materials

BLUE SEAT INSERT
NO SEAT INSERT DESIRED
ORANGE SEAT INSERT
RED SEAT INSERT

Additional Packages

23D SXT CUSTOMER PREFERRED ORDER SELECTION PKG

1.8L I4 engine, 5-speed manual trans

23E SPORT APPEARANCE CUSTOMER PREFERRED ORDER SELECTION PKG

$365

1.8L I4 engine, 5-speed manual trans, fog lamps, cloth seats w/color-keyed inserts, leather-wrapped steering wheel w/audio controls, body-color bodyside molding, body-color grille, color-keyed instrument panel & shift knob bezels *Affects Color Availability*

24D SXT CUSTOMER PREFERRED ORDER SELECTION PKG

2.0L I4 engine, continuously variable trans *Upon selection of this pkg, the cost of powertrain components will be added*

24E SPORT APPEARANCE CUSTOMER PREFERRED ORDER SELECTION PKG

$365

2.0L I4 engine, continuously variable trans w/Autostick, fog lamps, cloth seats w/color-keyed inserts, leather-wrapped steering wheel w/audio controls, body-color bodyside molding, body-color grille, color-keyed instrument panel & shift knob bezels *Upon selection of this pkg, the cost of powertrain components will be added* *Affects Color Availability*

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera

Not Available
Cross-Traffic Alert

Not Available
Rear Parking Aid

Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor

Not Available
Lane Departure Warning

Not Available
Lane Keeping Assist

Not Available
ABS

Optional
Night Vision

Not Available
Tire Pressure Monitor

Not Available
Brake Assist

Not Available
Stability Control

Not Available
Traction Control

Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic

3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion

3 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain

Unlimited Years / Unlimited Miles
Emissions

2 Years / 24,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance

3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Short Term California

3 Years / 50,000 Miles