The Dodge Caliber is the highly anticipated successor to the Neon-based five door hatchback. The Caliber got a racy styling in an affordable, front-wheel-drive compact wagon.
2011 dodge caliber
A choice of two four-cylinder engines is available with the Dodge Caliber, 2.0 liters and 2.4 liters. The base Express, Heat, Mainstreet and Uptown have the 158-hp 2.0-liter engine, while the 172-hp, 2.4-liter engine is offered on the Caliber Rush. Both engines are available with an optional continuously variable transmission.
The Caliber has a decent ride but doesn’t handle as nimbly as most small cars, and fuel economy is decent with the manual gearbox. The 2.0 litres engine achieves 23mpg in the city and 31mpg on the highway with the standard five-speed manual gearbox,
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and the 22.4 Liters engine achives 23mpg in the city and 29mpg on the highway with the same standard five-speed manual gearbox. The CVT automatic-a transmission delivers 23mpg in the city and 27mpg in the highway when paired with the 2-liter and the 2.4 litres engine delivers 21/25 mpg.
The entry-level Express model comes standard with cloth upholstery, 15-inch steel wheels, remote keyless entry, heated outside mirrors, air-conditioning, a four-speaker AM/FM/CD stereo with auxiliary audio/USB jacks and satellite radio, full power accessories, cruise control, a tilt steering wheel, an in-dash beverage cooler, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, Bluetooth connectivity and 60/40-split-folding rear seats.
Thehe Caliber Mainstreet trim level adds a sportier suspension, 17-inch alloy wheels, a chrome grille, foglights, a tachometer, a power-adjustable driver seat, a fold-flat front passenger seat, reclining rear seatbacks and a rechargeable flashlight. The Uptown trim-level adds a leather-wrapped steering wheel, rear disc brakes, automatic climate control, leather upholstery, heated front seats and a premium nine-speaker Boston Acoustics audio system with steering-wheel-mounted controls and flip-down speakers in the liftgate.
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The sporty Caliber Heat adds sport-tuned suspension and steering, 18-inch polished alloy wheels, chrome exterior trim, a rear spoiler, rear disc brakes and specialized cloth interior trim. While the Caliber Heat adds automatic climate control, 18-inch chrome-clad alloy wheels, leather upholstery and a premium audio system with a touchscreen interface and 30-gigabyte hard drive. Many of the options found on the upper trim levels are offered as options on the lower trims. Other options include a sunroof and a navigation system.
Standard safety features in Caliber include a driver-side knee airbag, side curtain airbags, active front head restraints and antilock brakes. Stability control is available on all trim-level except the Express. Front-seat side airbags are offered as options for all but the Express trim.
The cabin is specious and quiete. A decent amount of head- and legroom ensures comfort for front and rear passengers. The trunk can hold up to 48cubic feet of load, which is comparable to other hatchbacks, but 60/40 splid rear seats and folding front passenger seat makes caliber more practical.
2011 Dodge Caliber Features
Trim: Express
Dodge Caliber Exterior, Design, Paint & Finish
- Front and Rear Body Color Bumpers
– Metallic Paint (If Selected)
– Black Exterior Door Handles
– Front Air Dam
– Body Color Grille
– Body Color Rear Spoiler
Dodge Caliber Seats
- Cloth Seats
– Front Dual Reclining Bucket Seats With Adjustable Headrests
– Theater Style Rear Seating
– Rear 60/40 Split Folding Bench Seat With Headrests
Dodge Caliber Instrumentation
- Audible Warnings Include Seatbelts Unfastened
– Digital Clock
– Exterior Temperature Gauge
– Cruise Control
– Tire Pressure Monitor
– Compass
Dodge Caliber Storage
- 2 Front and 1 Rear; 3 Cupholders Total
– Front Covered Lower Console Storage Located On Floor
– Glovebox
– Cargo Area Cover
– Coinholder
– Chill Zone(TM) Temperature Controlled Storage Cools Glovebox
– Door Mounted Storage
Dodge Caliber Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering
- Satin Silver Trim Located On Center Floor Console and Instrument Panel
– Front Carpeted Floor Mats
– Rear Carpeted Floor Mats
– Carpet Located In Passenger Cabin and Cargo Area
Dodge Caliber Exterior Lighting
- Halogen Headlights
Dodge Caliber Safety
- Driver Knee Airbag
– Crumple Zones
– Automatic Locking Retractors
– Passenger Airbag Cutoff Sensor
– Side Guard Door Beams
– Front Active Head Restraints
– Front Seatbelt Height Adjusters
– Rear 3-Point Center Seatbelt
– Front and Rear Side Head Curtain Airbags
– L A T C H
– Passenger Airbag With Multi-Stage Deployment
– Front and Rear 3-Point Seatbelts
– Driver Airbag With Multi-Stage Deployment
Dodge Caliber Braking & Traction
- 4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes
– Front Power 294-mm X 26-mm Vented Disc and Rear Power 229-mm X 35-mm Drum Brakes
Dodge Caliber Steering
- Power Rack and Pinion Steering
– Tilt Steering Column
Dodge Caliber Engines & Emissions
- ULEV II Emissions
– 2.0-Liter I4, Dual VVT, 16-Valve, DOHC, SEFI Engine; Front/Transverse Mounted With Horsepower Of 158@6400, Torque Of 141@5000, Alloy Block and Alloy Cylinder Head
Dodge Caliber Suspension
- Rear Stabilizer Bar
– Independent MacPherson Strut Front Suspension With Coil Springs and Gas Charged Shock Absorbers
– Front Stabilizer Bar
– Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Coil Springs and Gas Charged Shock Absorbers
Dodge Caliber Remote Controls & Remote Releases
- Keyless Entry Operated Via Key Fob
– Multi-Function Remote Operates Door Lock/Unlock, Illuminated Entry and Panic Alarm
– Panic Alarm
Dodge Caliber Anti-Theft & Locks
- Vehicle Anti-Theft Via Sentry Key(R) Engine Immobilizer
– Power Door Locks Operated Via Remote and Internal Switch With Automatic Locking
– Child Safety Door Locks Located On Rear Doors
– Power Liftgate Lock/Unlock
Dodge Caliber Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
- Manual Air Conditioning
– Rear Heating Ducts
– Interior Air Filter
Dodge Caliber Electrical
- Delayed Power Retention
– 120-Amp Alternator
– 525 Cold Cranking Amp Battery
– 2 Front Power Outlets, 1 With 115-Volt Inverter
Dodge Caliber Interior Lighting
- Illuminated Entry
– Additional Interior Lighting Illuminates Center Console
– Interior Load Area Light
Dodge Caliber Entertainment, Communication & Navigation
- AM/FM Radio With 4 Speakers Total; CD Player; MP3 Player; Sirius(R) Satellite Radio (Includes 1 Year Of Service)
– Front Auxiliary Audio Input Jack
– Radio Antenna
Dodge Caliber Transmission
- 5-Speed Manual Transmission With Overdrive
2011 Dodge Caliber Specifications
Trim: Express
Dodge Caliber Engine
Standard Engine 2.0L I4
Standard Transmission 5 Speed Manual
Cylinders 4
Horsepower @RPM 158@6400
Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy 24 / 32
Combined Fuel Economy 27
EPA Class Small Wagon
Number of Valves 16
Turbo (Yes/No) No
Overdrive Transmission Yes
Battery Output N/A
Compression 10.5:1
Displacement 1998 / 122
Bore X Stroke 3.39×3.39
Cruising Range 367.2 miles
Final Drive Gear Ratio Opt N/A
Power to Weight Ratio 18.8
Final Drive Ratio No
Valves Configuration Dual Overhead Cam / Twin Overhead Cam
Supercharged No
Dodge Caliber Brakes, Steering, Suspension and Tires
Brakes (Front) Disc
Brakes (Rear) Drum
Driveline Front Wheel Drive
Driveline (Opt) N/A
Steering Rack & Pinion
Suspension (Front) Independent
Suspension (Rear) Independent
Tire Type Passenger
Tire Width 205 mm
Tire Aspect Ratio 70
Tire Construction Radial
Tire wheel Diameter 15 in.
Dodge Caliber Capacity and Volume
Cargo Volume (EPA) 16 cu. ft.
Cargo Volume (MFR) 16 cu. ft.
Fuel Capacity 13.6
Passenger Volume (EPA) 96
Passenger Volume (MFR) 96.2 cu. ft.
Dodge Caliber Exterior Dimensions and Weight
Curb Weight MT 2940
Ground Clearance 7.7
Height 60.4
Length 173.8
Top Type (Standard) Hard Fixed
Track (Front) 59.8
Track (Rear) 59.8
Weight Distribution MT (Front) 58
Weight Distribution MT (Rear) 42
Wheelbase 103.7
Width 68.8
Doors (Standard) 4
Doors (Maximum) 4
Dodge Caliber Interior Dimensions
Seating (Standard) 5
Tow Capacity (Standard) 1000
Tow Capacity (Maximum) 1000
Headroom (Front) 39.8
Headroom (Rear) 38.9
Hiproom (Front) 52.2
Hiproom (Rear) 49.6
Legroom (Front) 41.8
Legroom (Rear) 35.7
Shoulder Room (Front) 55.4
Shoulder Room (Rear) 53.4
Seating (Maximum) 5