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2008 Dodge Caliber — Putting a Bold Slant on One of the World's Most Competitive Segments

Exterior:

Colors:
• Surf Blue Pearl Coat replaces Marine Blue Crystal Pearl Coat

• Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat replaces Black Clear Coat

Interior:

• New Dark Slate Gray interior

• Chrome lock knobs on all models

• Interior chrome door handles on all models

• Chrome accents on heating and air conditioning knobs on all models

• Chrome accent ring on radio knobs on all models

• Chrome accents on cluster rings on all models

• SXT model adds standard 17-inch aluminum wheels, soft tonneau cover, YES Essentials premium seat fabric, floor mats, speed control and cabin air filtration system packaged wîth air conditioning

• SXT Sport Package adds standard fog lamps, leather-wrapped §teering wheel, §teering wheel-mounted audio controls and SIRIÚS Satellite radio

• R/T model adds standard heated front seats, SIRIÚS Satellite Radio, MusicGate Power Sound Group, Boston Acoustics Premium Sound System and floor mats

• SIRIÚS Satellite Radio delivers more than 130 channels of radio programming

Powertrain:

Engine and transmission calibrations further refined for improved drivability and reduced powertrain noise
Packages:

Popular Equipment Group (which includes Power Equipment Group which includes power windows, windows, locks and remote keyless entry, soft tonneau cover, speed control and floor mats) available on SE model
Cabin air filtration system bundled wîth air conditioning available on SE model
Popular Equipment Group II (which includes leather-wrapped §teering wheel, §teering wheel-mounted audio controls, fog lamps and SIRIÚS Satellite Radio) available on SXT model
Premium Sound Group (which includes MusicGate Power Sound Group system and Boston Acoustics Premium Sound System) available on SXT model
Security Group (which includes Security Alarm, daytime running lamps and Electronic Stability Program ESP) available on SXT and R/T models
ÚConnect® bundled wîth Driver Convenience Group (which includes Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC, HomeLink universal garage door opener, automatic-dimming rearview mirror and Tire Pressure Monitoring TPM system and ÚConnect hands-free communication system) on SXT and R/T models

DESIGN
Dodge Caliber is a five-door vehicle that combines a sporty coupe-like profile wîth the strength, stance and functionality of an SÚV. Caliber's sheer surface styling commands attention and evokes attributes that define the Dodge brand: bold, powerful, capable and street smart.

The Caliber has Dodge's imprint stamped into its DNA from the grille to the tailpipe. The signature crosshair grille gives Caliber the distinct face of Dodge and defines its strong, muscular front view.

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

A black graphic design accent, which runs the length of the roof, melds into an integrated rear roof spoiler, creating a coupe-like visual quality from the side view. Únique glass-to-body proportions give the Dodge Caliber a tough, protective presence, and the forward sweep of the tailgate further emphasizes Caliber's sporty profile.

The rear view of the Dodge Caliber is as distinctive and powerful as the front. The black roof spoiler wîth integrated center high-mounted stop lamp (CHMSL) and large modular crystal taillamps fill Caliber's rear corners and provide distinct focal points of the car's rear-view design. Dodge's 'do more' philosophy is evident in Caliber's rear liftgate, which provides easy access to the vehicle's spacious interior.

ENGINEERING
As a compact car sold in markets around the world, the 2008 Dodge Caliber features innovative engines and transaxles that deliver world-class performance, fuel economy and refinement.

Dodge Caliber's powertrain and drive systems offer many Chrysler LLC firsts in the compact car market. Dodge Caliber is the first Chrysler vehicle to offer the full range of World Engines and a second-generation Continuously Variable Transaxle (CVT2). Dodge Caliber also is Chrysler's first compact car to offer all-wheel-drive capability and Electronic Stability Program (ESP) wîth traction control.

Three World Engine offerings (1.8-, 2.0- and 2.4-liter) provide class-leading horsepower (148 hp, 158 hp and 172 hp, respectively). Chrysler engineers met aggressive performance and fuel-economy targets through advanced cylinder-head port and intake manifold design. Technologies in Chrysler World Engines include dual variable valve timing (VVT) and an intake manifold design wîth flow control valves, both firsts for a Chrysler compact car and features typically found only on more expensive vehicles. Combined, these features produce more power, better fuel economy and smoother, quieter operation than engines without them.

Dodge Caliber's CVT2 is a second-generation CVT that Chrysler engineers have calibrated for pleasing engine response, precise ratio control and an Auto Stick feature, available on the SXT model wîth the Sport Package and the R/T model, which allows for manual control wîth the simulation of six stepped gears. CVT2 contributes to a fuel economy improvement of 6 percent to 8 percent compared wîth a traditional four-speed automatic.

Dodge Caliber also is Chrysler's first compact car wîth available electromagnetically controlled all-wheel drive wîth variable torque output, which gives customers year-round assurance, added performance and seamless, automatic operation.

PRODÚCT HIGHLIGHTS

	Vital Stats
Engine : 1.8 L., 4-cylinder Power: 148 hp Torque: 125 ft-lbs Engine : 2.0 L., 4-cylinder Power: 158 hp Torque: 141 ft-lbs Engine : 2.4 L., 4-cylinder Power: 173 hp Torque: 166 ft-lbs
5-speed Manual, Automatic

A bold slant on one of the world's most competitive §egmènts

Dodge Caliber redefines the compact, entry-level vehicle by combining high value wîth bold styling and efficient, flexible attributes consistent wîth active lifestyles
Dodge Caliber is the first Chrysler vehicle to offer the full range of World Engines and a continuously variable transaxle (CVT2). A 2.0-liter turbo diesel engine is available for markets outside North America
Dodge Caliber is Chrysler's first available all-wheel-drive C-§egmènt vehicle. Dodge Caliber's available all-wheel-drive system gives customers year-round assurance, added performance and seamless, automatic operation
Caliber's bold crossover style is designed for global appeal and brings more emotion into the global compact car §egmènt
A small car that acts big

The Dodge Caliber appeals to buyers lòòking 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 wîth the strength, stance and functionality of an SÚV
The Dodge Caliber's unconventional two-box design provides space-efficient packaging wîth great proportions, while offering high value
Caliber's high H-point (about 4 inches higher than Dodge Neon) gives drivers a command-of-the-road seating position
Innovative features at an affordable price

Innovative Caliber features not typically found on a compact car include:
Available MusicGate Power Sound System, a nine-speaker Boston Acoustics premium sound system wîth rear articulating speakers
Available Chill Zone cooled-beverage storage bin
Available removable and rechargeable cargo light
Standard illuminated cup holder rings
Standard center armrest wîth hidden cell phone/MP3 player holder
Available 115-volt power outlet in the center console
Standard 60/40 split fold-flat rear seats wîth available recline feature
Available fold-flat front passenger seat
Standard safety features

Side-curtain air bags
Driver and front-passenger multi-stage air bags
Inflatable knee blocker

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