2008 Dodge Caliber SE

Exterior Features

• Rear Trunk/Liftgate: Liftgate
• Rear Spoiler
• Door Handle Color: Black
• Grille Color: Body-Color

Comfort Features

• Interior Accents: Chrome
• Floor Material: Carpet

Air Conditioning

• Rear Vents: Second Row

Convenience Features

• Cupholders: Front
• Steering Wheel: Tilt
• Center Console: Front Console With Storage
• Cargo Area Light
• Power Steering
• Vanity Mirrors: Dual
• Power Outlet(s): 12V Front
• Storage: Cargo Tie-Down Anchors And Hooks
• Storage: Door Pockets
• Cupholders: Rear

Suspension

• Front Suspension Classification: Independent
• Rear Suspension Classification: Independent
• Front Struts: MacPherson
• Rear Suspension Type: Multi-Link
• Rear Spring Type: Coil
• Front Stabilizer Bar
• Rear Stabilizer Bar
• Front Spring Type: Coil
• Front Suspension Type: Lower Control Arms
• Rear Shock Type: Gas
• Front Shock Type: Gas

Brakes

• Rear Brake Type: Drum
• Front Brake Width: 1
• Rear Brake Diameter: 9
• Front Brake Diameter: 10.8
• Front Brake Type: Ventilated Disc

Drivetrain

• Axle Ratio: 4.12

Engine

• Battery: Maintenance-Free
• Alternator: 120 Amps
• Battery Rating: 525 CCA

Audio System

• Antenna Type: Mast
• In-Dash CD: Single Disc
• Total Speakers: 4
• Radio: AM/FM

Instrumentation

• External Temperature Display
• Warnings And Reminders: Low Fuel Level

Tires and Rims

• Spare Tire Size: Temporary
• Wheel Covers: Full
• Tire Type: All Season
• Wheels: Steel
• Spare Tire Mount Location: Inside
• Spare Wheel Type: Steel
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Windows

• Front Wipers: Intermittent
• Liftgate Window: Fixed
• Window Defogger: Rear
• Rear Wiper

Safety

• Child Seat Anchors
• Child Safety Door Locks

Airbags

• Airbag Deactivation: Occupant Sensing Passenger
• Knee Airbags: Driver
• Front Airbags: Dual
• Side Curtain Airbags: Front
• Side Curtain Airbags: Rear

Mirrors

• Side Mirror Adjustments: Manual

Security

• Anti-Theft System: Vehicle Immobilizer

Seats

• Rear Headrests: 2
• Rear Headrests: Integrated
• Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments: 4
• Rear Seat Folding: Split
• Front Headrests: 2
• Front Seat Type: Bucket
• Upholstery: Cloth
• Rear Seat Type: Bench
• Front Headrests: Adjustable

Seatbelts

• Rear Seatbelts: Center 3-Point

Steering

• Turns Lock-To-Lock: 2.9
• Steering Ratio: 16.6

Sculpted fender forms, broad shoulders and a distinctive hood give Caliber its stance. Large, crystal headlamps and available fog lamps complement the Dodge grille and create an integrated look that completes the 2008 Dodge Caliber's appearance.

For 2008, Dodge Caliber is available in a front-wheel-drive configuration on the SE, SXT and R/T models. All-wheel-drive capability also is available on the R/T model. Three World Engine offerings (1.8-, 2.0- and 2.4-liter) provide good horsepower (148 hp, 158 hp and 172 hp, respectively), as well as excellent fuel efficiency.

Option packages have been reworked for 2008 to provide more value. For example, Dodege's BlueTooth system called Uconnect, has been bundled with the Driver Convenience Group, which includes Electronic Vehicle Information Center, HomeLink universal garage door opener, automatic-dimming rearview mirror and Tire Pressure Monitoring system on SXT and R/T models.

The 2008 color palette has been adjusted as well, Surf Blue Pearl Coat replaces Marine Blue Crystal Pearl Coat and Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat replaces Black Clear Coat.

Additionally, the Caliber earned the U.S. government's highest five-star frontal crash test rating for both the driver and front passenger, due to the vehicle's solid, high-strength steel structure and more than 25 advanced safety and security features.