What kind of car was the Dodge Caliber?
The Caliber was a compact five-door hatchback sold by Dodge. Its upright shape and rear hatch gave it a practical layout for everyday driving, and it brought the Dodge name to European buyers.
The first and only generation ran from 2007 to 2012. With its upright, SUV-influenced styling, the Caliber took a different approach from a conventional compact hatchback.
Engines and power
The EU registration figures for 2010 include diesel and petrol versions. The most common was the 2.0 L diesel; the 1.8 L petrol also appears in the registrations.
How economical was the Dodge Caliber?
EU registrations in 2010 included 2,290 Calibers: 2,260 with the 2.0 L diesel and 30 with the 1.8 L petrol. These are registration figures, not a single fuel-consumption rating. European consumption and CO₂ results depend on the applicable test procedure, WLTP or the earlier NEDC.
Where was it sold?
The Caliber was sold in Europe as well as North America. In the 2010 EU registration figures, both diesel and petrol versions appear. Its single generation ran from 2007 to 2012.
Questions and answers
Was the Dodge Caliber a hatchback?
Yes. It was a compact five-door hatchback sold by Dodge.
When was the Caliber sold?
Its first and only generation ran from 2007 to 2012.
Which engine was most common in the EU figures?
The 2.0 L diesel, with 2,260 registrations in 2010. The 1.8 L petrol had 30.
Do the EU figures show a fuel-consumption rating?
No. They show registrations by version. European fuel-consumption and CO₂ testing uses WLTP or the earlier NEDC, depending on the vehicle’s approval.