The five-door hatchback of the C-class Dodge Caliber, suspiciously losing a parcate, for the first time a public was submitted in March 2005 at the Geneva Motor Show as conceptual model, and in pre-exploitation debut in January 2006 in North American peasants.

A month later, in the framework of the Motor Show in Chicago, the "charged" version of the machine, which received a more sporty design, a powerful motor and an improved technique was rolled out for everyone.

The product production of Dodge Caliber continued until November 2011, after which Hatch left the conveyor, however, since 2008, it was updated annually. The most significant modernization happened in 2009, when the interior was "redrawn" the interior and slightly improved the equipment, refinement in the remaining year was mainly limited to the addition of new options and colors of the body color.

The appearance of "caliber" is designed in aggressive stylistics inherent in all models of Dodge. The five-door is severe, deliberately solid and not quite typically for its class - heavy front with massive headlights and hexagonal "grill" of the radiator grille, a powerful silhouette with the "muscles" of the wheeled arches and the rounded line of the roof, athletic feed with pretty lanterns and "curious" bumper .

An even more provocative type "SHOCHBET" hatchback in the "charged" version of SRT4 - it is distinguished by the "bold" body kit on the perimeter of the body, a relief hood with three air intakes, a thick tube of the exhaust system, an anti-fifth door and 19-inch polished "rinks".

Depending on the modification, the Dodge Caliber has 4415-4427 mm in length, 1785-1800 mm wide and 1520-1535 mm in height. At the interval between the axes, the car accounts for 2635 mm, and its road clearance varies from 175 to 180 mm.

Inside the "caliber" is perceived by a real American due to the predominance of simple lines and forms and harsh plastics, which are widely found in the finish, but in general it looks attractive and very modern. For a large four-speech steering wheel with a massive hub in the three "wells", shooting scales combinations are placed, and the central console with the correct forms is assigned to the placement of the information and entertainment system and the three-solid "piles" of the climatic installation.

The originality of the SRT4 is reduced to the instrument packed tachometer, a separate pressure dial and a more advanced onboard computer.

In front of the Dodge Caliber installed sufficiently comfortable chairs with good support on the sides and the widest adjustment gaps. In the rear places, only two passengers will be able to be located (although the stock of space with excess and for three), and all due to a high transmission tunnel with superstructure for glasses.

The trunk at the "caliber" is small - its volume does not exceed 352 liters. But the form at the compartment is close to the ideal (the arches of the wheels are not going inside), the finish is practical, and under the raised floor there is a full-size "outstand". In addition, the rear sofa when folding with two parts forms a flat site and brings capacity up to 1013 liters.

Specifications. On the russian market Dodge Caliber can be found with three atmospheric gasoline "fours" with a distributed fuel supply, gas distribution setting technology, 16-valve timing and intake manifold with a flow controller. Engines with a working capacity of 1.8, 2.0 and 2.4 liters maximize 150-174 horsepower and 168-223 nm of torque, and operate with 5-speed "mechanics" or stepless variator (non-alternative drive drive).
Depending on the modification, from the spot to the first "hundreds" of the hatchback accelerates in 11-11.9 seconds, the maximum "rests" in 183-186 km / h and "destroys" no more than 7.4-8.7 liters of fuel per 100 km of run in combination mode.

He heads the power palette "Charged" Modification "Caliber" called SRT4 - under its hood 2.4-liter gasoline unit with four vertically-oriented "pots", turbocharger and distributed injection, producing 285 "Skakunov" at 6000 rpm and 359 nm affordable opportunities at 2000-6000 rpm. Such a car, equipped with a 6-speed "handle" and front-wheel drive transmission, "shifts" up to 100 km / h after 6.7 seconds, gains "maximum speed" 245 km / h and consumes about 8.9 liters of fuel in the "Track / City" cycle.

At the heart of the Dodge Caliber used the "Chrysler PM / PK" platform with transversely based power installation and high-strength steel body design. Car is endowed independent suspension On two axes: McPherson racks are placed in the front, and in the rear - "multi-dimensions" ( transverse stabilizers Installed "in a circle").
The hatchback applied steering with a rush transmission and an electric amplifier, as well as disc brakes of four wheels (ventilated in front) with ABS and other auxiliary electronics.

TO distinctive features The "charged" execution SRT4 is a tougher chassis, shortened steering, a powerful braking complex (the diameter of the front "pancakes" is 340 mm, the rear - 302 mm), the differential of increased friction and sports settings of the rest of the nodes and the aggregates.

Configuration and prices. In the summer of 2016 on secondary market Russia "Kalibr" is sold at a price of 300 thousand rubles, and its "hot" modification SRT4 will not buy less than 600 thousand rubles.
As for the equipment, even the most simple car has in its arsenal air conditioning, ABS, ESP, four airbags, "cruise", electric and heating mirrors, heated front seats, electric windows of all doors, audio preparation, paintwork Metallic and some other equipment.

The prototype of the model Dodge Caliber debuted in the spring of 2005 at the Geneva Motor Show. Serial production machine was launched in 2006. The development of the car was carried out with the orientation to the European market. The car should have taken a good place in the Golf Class Car segment. Externally five-door hatchback Dodge Caliber 4.5 meters long road clearance In 19.5 centimeters very similar to the crossover. The car is based on the latest version of the platform. Mitsubishi Lancer.. This base is also used for American Dodge Neon. In Russia, the sale of the machine began in June 2006. Under the hood of the Dodge Caliber, one of two motors can be installed: 1.8-liter engine power in 140 horse poweror a 150-strong power unit with a 2 liter working volume. The first version is offered in three options for configuration: P0, P1 and P2; The second is in five: the same P0, P1 and P2, supplemented by SXT P1 and SXT P2. Dodge Caliber has a transforming five-seater salon. In 2008, the model was subjected to facelifting. In 2009, an updated Dodge Caliber with a recycled interior and new engines was presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Some old motors were withdrawn.

Technical Specifications Dodge Caliber

hatchback

City car

• width 1 800mm
• length 4 415mm
• height 1 535mm
• 203mm clearance
• places 5.

Dodge Caliber: End and New Start

Dodge plans to complete the production of the outdated Caliber model at the end of November and submit to the general public the next generation of the model at the International Motor Show in Detroit in January 2012. August 26, 2011 0

In 2006, one of the most popular American hatchbacks of Dodge was released. It is easy to guess that we are talking about Dodge Caliber, which conquered millions of US residents with their simplicity and versatility. The car has many advantages, but also criticize it quite often. Technical characteristics and reviews of owners We now consider.

SUV or Hatchback?

When the car first appeared on the US market, many buyers were confused. The thing is that when you look at the Dodge Caliber, there is an ambiguous impression. On the part it is an SUV, and in its characteristics - hatchback. Some car critics are prone to the fact that the car is completely unsuccessful from the designer point of view. But if you look at sales and consumer reviews, the situation is the opposite.

Today, more valuable are cars that can be considered universal. With ease to overcome the crossed terrain and at the same time have a big luggage compartment - That is what needs to many of us. All this can be obtained at the wheel of the Dodge Caliber. Most owners reviews this car It is a positive character, but the car is considered to be illiquid. It should be inexpensive, but it is extremely difficult to sell it.

Brutality in everything

Aggressive appearance The car is the quality that is inherent to all models of "Dodge". "Caliber" is no exception. Take a look at it: a wide and large radiator grille with intersecting chrome inserts rushes into the eyes. In the center there is a logo of the company - Tolstorn, but most call it just "Baran". Body lines chopped and simple. Thanks to this simplicity and angularity, the American car is recognized immediately. Wide wheel arches provide for the installation of a larger radius, which will have to do with many.

Clearance of 20 centimeters allows you to move with confidence not only on the road canvase of low quality, but also where the asphalt is not at all. But with a review, there is trouble, which is confirmed by numerous driver's reviews. Dodge Caliber has reduced glass, and the hood is slightly higher than the level of the wings. This will definitely have to get used to it. But it is unlikely to be called a serious disadvantage, because today many cars have narrowed glass. Take for example or "Jeep Grand Chihihi".

Dodge Caliber: Specifications

From the moment of release and before its completion, the manufacturer offered two engines to choose from:

• petrol motor 1.8 liters with a capacity of 150 "horses". Torque is 168 nm, and overclocking up to hundreds - in 11.8 seconds. Fuel consumption in a mixed cycle - 7.3 liters. The power unit is installed in a pair with a mechanical 5-speed gearbox;
• gasoline motor 2.0 liters. Gives a motor only 151 liters. s., But the traction effort is somewhat higher and is already 190 nm. Fuel consumption slightly larger than 8.5 liters in a mixed cycle. But this is due to the most part that the internal combustion engine goes paired with a 6-speed automaton.

It is unlikely that you can say that the choice is big here. It is rather modest, but such power units is quite enough for a comfortable driving in a metropolis basis due to low fuel consumption and in rough terrain, which contributes to a torque of 190 nm. Engines and PPCs showed themselves from the best side. With due service there are long enough.

Ploy inside

Perhaps it is the interior american cars Among the experts most often deserves the greatest number Critics. The fact is that "Dodge" has a solid plastic, which, according to drivers, very often creaks. At the same time, herself dashboard Performed qualitative and competent. Everything is well visible and is in place. There are no extra functions and options, but there is everything you need. The armrest is comfortable and wide, the cup holders are located at the best place.

Everything is done extremely simple, but at the same time correctly, without excess pathos and accent on the high cost. At the same time there is comfortable seats With a multitude of settings. The rear can even be installed at a certain angle, which will allow you to travel to long distances and do not get tired. Kulisa mechanical gearbox It is very convenient, it is a little shifted toward the radio and is as it were on the rise of the tunnel. If you fold all the seats, we will get 1013 liters of pure volume, and in classic form only 413. It is pleasant to surprise the audio system. Very high-quality sound, regardless of the configuration.

SRT tuning Dodge Caliber

In the US, many drivers turn to the Street and Racing Technologies division, which specializes in tuning. Visited boxing and "caliber". After the hands of experts were put on him, the car significantly changed outwardly. For example, a diffuser appeared on the rear bumper. Therefore, "Dodge" became somewhat closer to racing cars. Radiator grille was even wider. There are additional holes in the bumper for improved blowing not only the cooling systems, but also the brakes.

SRT specialists installed under the hood engine with a volume of 2.4 liters with turbocharging. Pistons for power aggregate Made quoted, and forged rods. Naturally, they touched the changes and fuel systemIn particular, installed a new injector and the ECU. At the output managed to get 295 liters. from. and about 390 Nm of torque. Very good result, since the engine initially has only 170 liters. from. The least changes touched the cabin. The only thing that is immediately striking is more comfortable seats with lateral support.

Dodge Caliber crossover specifications Fully match the concept of the Dodge brand. This five-door car class "K1" was first represented in the spring of 2005 in Switzerland. In 2006, the production of this frankly aggressive sales machine on the world market began.

Package Caliber modern engines and gearboxes, providing a car regardless of road Conditions excellent traction and speed characteristics, tangible fuel efficiency and low level Noise and vibrations that are inherent in world-class machines.

Exterior and Salon

Powerful and frankly brutal exterior Dodge Caliber definitely indicates American design. Outside, the crossover looks "muscular" due to clear forms, chopped body lines, refined sides, massive bumpers and narrow windows. For a car, the CHRYSLER PM / MK platform is used. Significant lumen 20 cm guarantees the caliber to the SUV segment.

Dimensions of the model:

• body length - 4415 mm;
• height -1535 mm;
• width - 1800 mm;
• the length of the wheelbase is 2635 mm.

It is believed that the practical body-universal Dodge Caliber hints at the "family" of the car. A simple angular interior is also successfully compounded and very practical. From electrical equipment there is a CD player, radio, air conditioning, cruise control system, electric mirrors. Equipped with airbag machine, anti-lock system (ABS) and anti-theft equipment.

Characteristics of cars

Completed by Dodge Caliber with modern motors and gearboxes. Two Movers of the World Engine series and a working capacity of 1.8 and 2.0 liters are able to develop power in 149 hp and 156 hp CVT2 vehicle variator belongs to second-generation devices. In the AUTOSTICK Action Mode, the variator can control the type of six-speed gearbox manually.

CVT2 technology reduces fuel consumption by 6-8% regarding the use of a traditional 4-speed automatic transmission. In our country, the Caliber model was sold with the engine 2.0 (151 HP) in the configuration with the variator. In 2012, the caliber was removed from production. His receiver became Dodge Dart 2013.

Crossover gasoline engines were developed in conjunction with Chrysler, Mitsubishi and Huyndai. Complete set of model caliber can be presented to the buyer's choice by one of the 4 types of engines:

• gasoline V 1.8 l with electronic injection capable of developing 148 hp When the frequency of rotation is 6,500 rpm. The torque indicator at 5,200 rpm is equal to 168 N / m. Such an engine is in charge with manual switching and a 5-step box;
• gasoline injection motor V 2.0 l with power parameter 156 hp With a value of 6,300 rpm and a torque indicator 190 N / M at a frequency of 5,100 rpm. The unit is equipped with a stepless transmission - a variator produced by Jatco (branch Nissan);
• diesel v 2.0 l having an injection system COMMON RAIL.. At the frequency of rotation of 4,000 rpm, it reaches power in 140 hp. The torque value of 310 N / m is created at 1750 rpm. Installed to the motor 6-speed "mechanics";
• gasoline V 2.4 l equipped with an electronic injection system and having the greatest parameter Power 174 hp at frequency of 6,000 rpm. The maximum torque equal to 223 N / m is provided at 4,400 rpm. Such an engine is equipped with a manual gearbox on 5 steps.

Dodge Caliber has a fairly volumetric luggage compartment - 648 liters. Steering Practically equipped with a waterwater. A reliable braking system is represented by front disk ventilated and rear disc brakes. On large seventeenth diameters of the wheel dressed the tires dimension 215/60.

Many Dodge Caliber owners allocate such advantages of the car:

• reliable and economical motor;
• big clearance;
• simplicity and availability of service.

Dodge Caliber is a car for those who wish to have a modern crossover equipped with completely new engines that guarantee excellent fuel efficiency and decent travelery characteristics. Attractive for the consumer, this car makes even high reliability and attractive cost in any of its configuration.