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Compare 2012 Dodge Caliber specifications by trim levels

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Caliber is a 5-seat Hatchback from Dodge, which first hit the market back in 2007.

With the price tag ranging from $17,380 to $18,765, the Dodge Caliber faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals.

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The Dodge Caliber has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.

The Dodge Caliber boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 27 to 32 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 68.80mm x 173.80mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2012 Dodge Caliber

  • Fuel Tank: 13.6 gal

  • Wheelbase: 103.7 in

  • MPG: 24 city/32 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 8.2 sec

  • Towing capacity: 999 lbs

  • Curb: 2940 lbs

  • Tires: P205/70TR15.0 BSW AS

  • Cargo: 18.5 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 5

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): 173.8 x 68.8 x 60.4



2012 Dodge Caliber Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The Dodge Caliber is offered in 3 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades

Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Dodge Caliber safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.

Compare the Dodge Caliber specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.

Specs

    • Main Info

    • Body Style Hatchback

    • Doors 4

    • Engine

    • Horsepower 158 hp @ 6400

    • Torque 141 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 8.2 - 8.4 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 16.6 - 16.8 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 173.8 in

    • Width 68.8 in

    • Height 60.4 in

    • Wheelbase 103.7 in

    • Curb Weight 2940 lbs

    • Towing capacity 999 lbs

    • Turning radius 17.7 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 5

    • Passenger volume 95

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 13.6 gal

    • City 23 - 24 mpg

    • Combined 25 - 28 mpg

    • Highway 27 - 32 mpg

    • Highway range 367.2 - 435.2 mi



Specifications

SE 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SXT 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SXT Plus 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback
Exterior length
173.80 in 173.80 in 173.80 in
Exterior body width
68.80 in 68.80 in 68.80 in
Exterior height
60.40 in 60.40 in 60.40 in
Horsepower
158 158 158
Torque
141 141 141
Fuel economy - city
24 mpg 23 mpg 24 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
32 mpg 27 mpg 32 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
8.20 seconds 8.40 seconds 8.40 seconds
1/4 mile time
16.60 seconds 16.60 seconds 16.80 seconds
1/4 mile speed
84 mph 83 mph 83 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.80 0.80 0.90
Slalom speed
59 mph 61 mph 61 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.39/3.39 " 3.39/3.39 " 3.39/3.39 "
Curb weight
2940.00 lbs 3012.00 lbs 3012.00 lbs
Wheelbase
103.70 in 103.70 in 103.70 in
Front track
59.00 " 59.00 " 59.00 "
Rear track
59.00 " 59.00 " 59.00 "
Turning radius
17.70 17.70 17.70
Front legroom
41.80 in 41.80 in 41.80 in
Rear legroom
35.70 in 35.70 in 35.70 in
Front headroom
39.80 in 39.80 in 39.80 in
Rear headroom
38.90 in 38.90 in 38.90 in
Front hip room
52.20 in 52.20 in 52.20 in
Rear hip room
49.60 in 49.60 in 49.60 in
Front shoulder room
54.20 in 54.20 in 54.20 in
Rear shoulder room
53.40 in 53.40 in 53.40 in
Luggage volume
18.50 cu.ft. 18.50 cu.ft. 18.50 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
48.00 cu.ft. 48.00 cu.ft. 48.00 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
95 cu.ft. 95 cu.ft. 95 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
13.60 gal. 13.60 gal. 13.60 gal.
Drag coefficient
0.38 0.38 0.38
Maximum Trailer Weight
1000.00 lbs. 1000.00 lbs. –

Interior Features

SE 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SXT 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SXT Plus 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback
12V DC power outlet
1 1 1
Voice recorder
4128 – –

Exterior Features

SE 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SXT 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SXT Plus 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback
Door count
4 doors 4 doors 4 doors
Front tires
P205/70TR15.0 BSW AS P215/60TR17.0 BSW touring AS P215/55HR18.0 BSW performance AS
Wheels
15" steel 17" painted aluminum 18" machined aluminum
Sunroof
1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass –

Seats

SE 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SXT 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SXT Plus 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback
Standard seating
5 5 5

Entertainment System

SE 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SXT 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SXT Plus 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback
Speakers
4 4 4
Navigation system
3207 – –
1st row LCD screen
1 1 1
Amplifier
322W – –

Safety and Security Features

SE 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SXT 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SXT Plus 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

Mechanical Features

SE 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SXT 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SXT Plus 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback
Axle ratio
4.12 6.12 4.12

Other Specs

SE 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SXT 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SXT Plus 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback
Maximum towing capacity
999 lbs. 1000 lbs. 1000 lbs.