2009 Dodge Caliber Driving impressions

With 158 horsepower, the Caliber’s all-aluminum 2.0-litre DOHC 16-valve four-cylinder engine has more than enough power for this compact car which weighs just 1378 kg (3039 lb.). Its 0 to 100 km/h of about 11 seconds is not exactly quick, but its off-the-line and low-speed acceleration is quite good. The engine features dual variable valve timing and an intake manifold with flow control valve, both designed to maximize torque at low revs and horsepower at higher revs, and improve fuel economy. As well, the 2.0-litre engine has dual counter rotating balance shafts to smooth out engine vibrations. I was surprised at how quiet and smooth it was at idle. 

Dodge Caliber SXT 2009

You will find this vehicle at: Morningside Nissan 898 Milner Avenue, Scarborough

Vehicle Make: Dodge Model: Caliber SXT Year: 2009 Mileage: 55,375 km. Stock #: U1911 Chassis Category: Passenger Type: n.d. Doors: 4 Passengers: 5 Transmission Transmission: Automatic Drivetrain: Front wheel drive Color Exterior: Blue Interior: Charcoal Engine Capacity: n.d. Cylinders: 4 Cylinder Fuel: Unleaded Price: $ 11,988 All Prices are plus GST and PST.    AM/FM Radio  CD Player  Power Windows  Power Doors  Power Steering  Air Conditioning  Electric Mirrors  Alarm System  Spoiler  Air Bags  Remote Entry  Rear Wiper  Supports MP3/WMA  Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)  Tilt / Telescopic Wheel

The Caliber’s cargo area is roomy with a large hatch opening, and a removeable plastic floor panel which is easy to clean. Both split rear seatbacks fold flat, and the right front passenger seat also folds flat enabling long objects up to about 8 feet long to be transported with the hatch door closed. With both rear seats up, there is 525 litres (18.5 cu. ft.) of storage space and a floor length of 80 cm (31 in.). With both seatbacks folded there is a substantial 1360 litres (48.0 cu. ft.) and a floor length of 140 cm (55 in.). The cargo liftover height is 701 mm (27 in.).