2008 Dodge Caliber SE 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback Review Summaries

What reviewers liked most about the Dodge Caliber:

...height allows tall doors, which makes it a breeze to taller passengers to slide in or out...

-- MSN Autos

...air conditioned compartment in the glove box to chill water bottles or sodas and a swing-down stereo speaker panel attached to the liftgate that converts the back end to a sound stage for beach parties or tailgating.

-- New Car Test Drive

The Caliber's ornery styling breaks from the routine, as do its European-style shifter location and "Chill Zone" drink cooler.

-- Road & Track

What reviewers liked least about the Dodge Caliber:

The Caliber's rear seating area is suited best for a maximum of two adults.

-- Edmunds.com

The Caliber's engine is known to be especially loud.

-- MSN Autos

Speaking of seats, the fronts are reasonably comfortable, while the rear 60/40-split bench is as flat and featureless as west Texas.

-- Road & Track

Dodge Caliber Comparisons:

...EPA mpg for the city/highway is 28/32. For comparison, the Toyota Matrix 4WD delivers 26 mpg city/31 mpg highway.

-- Edmunds.com

Best one-liner about the Dodge Caliber:

If it were an animal, I'd go with armadillo.

-- Road & Track