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Compare 2008 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 $14,965 to $23,350, the Dodge Caliber faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Chrysler Sebring, Chrysler Aspen, Dodge Avenger, Ford Focus.

Overview

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Bulb Size

The Dodge Caliber has a maximum towing capacity of 2000 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.

The Dodge Caliber boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 24 to 29 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 2008 Dodge Caliber

  • Fuel Tank: 13.6 gal

  • Wheelbase: 103.7 in

  • MPG: 24 city/29 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 8.9 sec

  • Towing: 1000 lbs

  • Towing capacity: 1000 lbs

  • Curb: 2966 lbs

  • Tires: P205/70TR15.0 BSW AS

  • Cargo: 18.5 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 5

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): 173.8 x 68.8 x 59.7



2008 Dodge Caliber Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The Dodge Caliber is offered in 5 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 148 hp @ 6500 –
      285 hp @ 6000

    • Torque 125 lb-ft. –
      265 lb-ft. @ 3,000

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 5.8 - 8.9 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 14.4 - 17.1 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 173.8 in

    • Width 68.8 in

    • Height 60.4 in

    • Wheelbase 103.7 in

    • Curb Weight 2966 lbs

    • GVWR 4435 lbs

    • Towing capacity 1000 lbs

    • Turning radius 17.7 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 5

    • Passenger volume 95

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 13.5 - 13.6 gal

    • City 19 - 24 mpg

    • Combined 23 - 27 mpg

    • Highway 24 - 29 mpg

    • Highway range 324 - 394.4 mi



Specifications

SE 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SXT 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

R/T 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SRT4 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback
Exterior length
173.80 in 173.80 in 173.80 in 173.80 in
Exterior body width
68.80 in 68.80 in 68.80 in 68.80 in
Exterior height
60.40 in 60.40 in 60.40 in 59.70 in
Horsepower
148 148 172 285
Torque
125 125 165 265
Fuel economy - city
24 mpg 24 mpg 23 mpg 19 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
29 mpg 29 mpg 29 mpg 27 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
8.90 seconds 8.90 seconds 8.00 seconds 5.80 seconds
1/4 mile time
17.10 seconds 17.10 seconds 16.40 seconds 14.40 seconds
1/4 mile speed
81 mph 81 mph 85 mph 99 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.80 0.80 0.90 0.90
Slalom speed
59 mph 59 mph 61 mph 62 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.38/3.05 " 3.38/3.05 " 3.46/3.82 " 3.46/3.82 "
Curb weight
2966.00 lbs 3039.00 lbs 3156.00 lbs 3189.00 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
4435.00 lbs 4435.00 lbs 4435.00 lbs 4435.00 lbs
Front gross axle weight rating (GAWR)
2380.00 lbs. 2380.00 lbs. 2380.00 lbs. 2380.00 lbs.
Rear gross axle weight rating (GAWR)
2200.00 lbs. 2200.00 lbs. 2200.00 lbs. 2200.00 lbs.
Maximum Trailer Weight
1000.00 lbs. 1000.00 lbs. 1000.00 lbs. –
Wheelbase
103.70 in 103.70 in 103.70 in 103.70 in
Front track
59.80 " 59.80 " 59.80 " 59.80 "
Rear track
59.80 " 59.80 " 59.80 " 59.80 "
Turning radius
17.70 17.70 17.70 19.80
Front legroom
41.80 in 41.80 in 41.80 in 41.80 in
Rear legroom
35.70 in 35.70 in 35.70 in 35.60 in
Front headroom
39.80 in 39.80 in 39.80 in 40.00 in
Rear headroom
38.90 in 38.90 in 38.90 in 38.90 in
Front hip room
52.20 in 52.20 in 52.20 in 52.20 in
Rear hip room
49.60 in 49.60 in 49.60 in 49.60 in
Front shoulder room
54.20 in 54.20 in 54.20 in 54.20 in
Rear shoulder room
53.40 in 53.40 in 53.40 in 53.40 in
Luggage volume
18.50 cu.ft. 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. 48.00 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
95 cu.ft. 95 cu.ft. 95 cu.ft. 95 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
13.60 gal. 13.60 gal. 13.60 gal. 13.60 gal.
Drag coefficient
0.38 0.38 0.38 0.40

R/T 4dr All-wheel Drive Hatchback
Exterior length
173.80 in
Exterior body width
68.80 in
Exterior height
60.40 in
Horsepower
172
Torque
165
Fuel economy - city
21 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
24 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
7.70 seconds
1/4 mile time
16.00 seconds
1/4 mile speed
86 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.90
Slalom speed
60 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.46/3.82 "
Curb weight
3308.00 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
4435.00 lbs
Front gross axle weight rating (GAWR)
2380.00 lbs.
Rear gross axle weight rating (GAWR)
2200.00 lbs.
Maximum Trailer Weight
2000.00 lbs.
Wheelbase
103.70 in
Front track
59.80 "
Rear track
59.80 "
Turning radius
18.60
Front legroom
41.80 in
Rear legroom
35.70 in
Front headroom
39.80 in
Rear headroom
38.90 in
Front hip room
52.20 in
Rear hip room
49.60 in
Front shoulder room
54.20 in
Rear shoulder room
53.40 in
Luggage volume
18.50 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
48.00 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
95 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
13.50 gal.
Drag coefficient
0.38

Interior Features

SE 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SXT 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

R/T 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SRT4 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback
12V DC power outlet
1 1 1 1

R/T 4dr All-wheel Drive Hatchback
Air conditioning, front
2825
12V DC power outlet
1

Exterior Features

SE 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SXT 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

R/T 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SRT4 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback
Door count
4 doors 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 P225/45WR19.0 BSW performance AS
Wheels
15" steel 17" painted alloy 18" painted alloy 19" painted alloy
Spare tire and wheel
3488 3488 3488 –
Bodyside mouldings
3793 3793 3794 –
Mud flaps
3804 3804 3804 –
Sunroof
1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass –

R/T 4dr All-wheel Drive Hatchback
Antenna
3393
Door count
4 doors
Sunroof
1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass
Front tires
P215/55HR18.0 BSW performance AS
Wheels
18" painted alloy

Seats

SE 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SXT 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

R/T 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SRT4 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback
Standard seating
5 5 5 5
Heated front seats
3030 3030 – –
Fold flat front passenger seat
4176 4176 – –

R/T 4dr All-wheel Drive Hatchback
Front seat type
2989
Standard seating
5

Entertainment System

SE 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SXT 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

R/T 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SRT4 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback
Speakers
4 4 9 4
1st row LCD screen
1 1 1 1
Amplifier
322W 322W 322W –
2nd row LCD screen
1 1 1 –

R/T 4dr All-wheel Drive Hatchback
Radio
3143
Speakers
9
Amplifier
322W
1st row LCD screen
1
2nd row LCD screen
1

Safety and Security Features

SE 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SXT 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

R/T 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SRT4 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

R/T 4dr All-wheel Drive Hatchback
Airbags, frontal
3214

Mechanical Features

SE 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SXT 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

R/T 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SRT4 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback
Axle ratio
4.12 4.12 3.91 4.06
Sequential shift control
3679 3679 – –

R/T 4dr All-wheel Drive Hatchback
Engine
4757
Axle ratio
6.12

Other Specs

SE 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SXT 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

R/T 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

SRT4 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback
Maximum towing capacity
1000 lbs. 1000 lbs. 1000 lbs. 1000 lbs.

R/T 4dr All-wheel Drive Hatchback
Horsepower rpm
6000
Maximum towing capacity
2000 lbs.