2010 Dodge Caliber - Efficient Five-door Package With All-new Interior
09/01/2009
Dodge
Dodge Caliber is a five-door vehicle that combines a sporty coupe-like profile with the strength, stance and functionality of an SUV. Combining five-star safety ratings, technology, value, bold styling and an all-new interior design, the 2010 Dodge Caliber stands out in one of the world's most competitive segments.
The 2010 Dodge Caliber features an all-new redesigned interior, including a new instrument panel with a center storage bin, bright accents, a center console with a padded armrest split-lid for added storage space, and soft-touch door-trim panels. The all-new instrument panel features a smooth design aesthetic while chromed accents brighten new heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) vents, shift bezel, and cluster rings. LED-illuminated cup holders make it easier to place beverages in the right spot at night.
Two World Engine offerings (2.0- and 2.4-liter) provide class-leading horsepower (158 and 172, respectively). Chrysler World Engines feature dual Variable-valve Timing (VVT) and an intake manifold design with flow control valves, both firsts for a Chrysler compact car and typically found only on more expensive vehicles. Combined, these features produce more power, better fuel economy and a smoother, quieter operation than engines without them.
In addition, the 2010 Dodge Caliber is chock full of interior features rarely found on entry-level compact vehicles, including Chill Zone(TM) cooled-beverage storage bin, 115-volt power outlet, rechargeable LED flashlight and an available MusicGate Power(TM) Sound Group including two articulating speakers packaged in the liftgate that swing down for tailgating and other activities.
DODGE CALIBER AT A GLANCE
High value, bold styling
Dodge Caliber redefines the compact, entry-level vehicle by combining high value with bold styling and efficient, flexible attributes consistent with active lifestyles
Caliber's designed to appeal to global markets
All-new interior design
New instrument panel, door-trim panels and center console
Soft-touch padded door armrest and center console with split lid for added storage space
Chromed accents on HVAC vents, shift bezel, instrument panel, door spears and cluster rings
Available MusicGate Power Sound System, a nine-speaker Boston Acoustics premium sound system with rear articulating speakers
Available Chill Zone cooled-beverage storage bin
Available, removable- and rechargeable cargo light
LED illuminated cup holder rings
Available 115-volt power outlet in the center console
Standard 60/40 split fold-flat rear seats with available recline feature
Available fold-flat front-passenger seat
A small car that acts big
Dodge Caliber appeals to buyers looking for a compact car that stands out from the crowd and gives them the flexibility to do more in terms of seating friends and storing gear
Dodge Caliber is a five-door vehicle that combines a sporty coupe-like profile with the strength, stance and functionality of an SUV
The Dodge Caliber's unconventional two-box design provides space-efficient packaging with great proportions, while offering high value
Dodge Caliber's high H-point gives drivers a command-of-the-road seating position
Standard safety features
Side-curtain air bags
Driver and front-passenger multi-stage air bags
Inflatable knee blocker
Driver and front-passenger active head restraints
PRODUCT CHRONOLOGY
2009 Model Year
Light Sandstone Metallic Clear Coat replaced Light Khaki Metallic Clear Coat
Deep Water Blue Pearl Coat replaced Steel Blue Metallic Clear Coat
New "Dodge" badge added to liftgate
Body-color door handles added SXT models
Medium Pebble Beige carpet replaced Light Pebble Beige carpet
Larger floor mats added on SXT and R/T
Uconnect Multimedia and Uconnect Navigation now offered
MusicGate Power(TM) Sound Group added on SXT Sport model
ABS added on SXT model
Engine compartment and interior floor insulation have been added, and tuning improvements have been made to the engine exhaust for a quieter ride
Improved 2009 EPA fuel economy mpg 24/30 (city/hwy) on SE model with 1.8-liter engine and five-speed manual transaxle
SE Plus Package (included air conditioning with Chill Zone,(TM) air filtering and 17-inch aluminum wheels and tires)
Premium Sound Group (included leather-wrapped steering wheel with remote audio controls, MusicGate Power(TM) nine-speaker sound system with Boston Acoustics Premium Sound System on SXT model)
Driver Convenience Group included compass, Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), HomeLink universal home transceiver, auto-dimming rearview mirror, Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM), Uconnect Phone and heated seats
Security Group for SXT included front-seat side air bags, engine oil cooler (2.0L only), trailer tow wiring harness, security alarm, daytime running lamps and ESC
Security Group for R/T included front-seat side air bags, engine oil cooler, trailer tow wiring harness, security alarm, daytime running lamps, ESC and Uconnect Navigation
2008 Model Year
Surf Blue Pearl Coat replaced Marine Blue Crystal Pearl Coat
Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat replaced Black Clear Coat
New Dark Slate Gray interior added
Interior chromed door handles added on all models
Chromed accents added on heating and air conditioning knobs on all models
Chromed accent ring on radio knobs added on all models
Chromed accents on cluster rings added on all models
SXT model added standard 17-inch aluminum wheels, soft tonneau cover, Stain Repel seat fabric, floor mats, speed control and cabin air filtration system packaged with air conditioning
SXT Sport Package added standard fog lamps, leather-wrapped steering wheel, steering wheel-mounted audio controls and SIRIUS Satellite radio
R/T model added standard heated front seats, SIRIUS Satellite Radio, MusicGate Power(TM) Sound Group, Boston Acoustics Premium Sound System and floor mats
SIRIUS Satellite Radio now offered with more than 130 channels of radio programming
Engine and transmission calibrations further refined for improved drivability and reduced powertrain noise
Popular Equipment Group (included power windows, window locks and remote keyless entry, soft tonneau cover, speed control and floor mats) available on SE model
Cabin air filtration system bundled with air conditioning available on SE model
Popular Equipment Group II (included leather-wrapped steering wheel, steering wheel-mounted audio controls, fog lamps and SIRIUS Satellite Radio) available on SXT model
Premium Sound Group (included MusicGate Power(TM) sound system and Boston Acoustics Premium Sound System) available on SXT model
Security Group included Security Alarm, daytime running lamps and ESC on SXT and R/T models
Uconnect Phone bundled with Driver Convenience Group on SXT and R/T models
2007 Model Year
All-new for 2007 model year
2007 model year production began in early 2006 at the Belvidere, Ill. Assembly Plant