Dodge has announced the pricing for its tricked out Dodge Caliber SRT4. $22,995 gets you 285 horsepower and 265lb.-ft. of torque plus full list of SRT performance modifications.
Standard Features:
-Getrag DMTG six-speed manual transmission
-Four-wheel anti-lock brakes and vented front brake rotors
-Electronic Stability Control
-Driver and Front passenger airbags, side window curtain airbags and driver inflatable knee blocker
-Chill Zone beverage storage cooler
-Illuminated cup holders
-12-volt power outlet
-115-volt auxiliary power outlet
-Sport seats
-19-inch cast aluminum painted wheels
-The SRT4 comes in four colors, Brilliant Black, Sunburst Orange, Bright Silver, and Inferno Red.
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PRESS RELEASE:
Dodge Announces Pricing for All-new 2008 Caliber SRT4(R)
- All-new 285-horsepower 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4(R) is priced at $22,995
- Chrysler's Street and Racing Technology (SRT)(R) organization continues the popular SRT legacy
- Dodge Caliber SRT4 delivers SRT mission of benchmark performance for the best price to the sport-compact market
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 21 /PRNewswire/ -- Dodge announced pricing today for the latest addition to Chrysler's popular Street and Racing Technology (SRT)(R) vehicle lineup - the all-new 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4(R).
Boasting 285 horsepower, 265 lb.-ft. of torque and a 0-60 mph time in the low 6-second range, the all-new 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 is available for $22,995, which includes $560 for destination. The 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 once again delivers the SRT mission of benchmark performance at the lowest price.
"Like all of Chrysler's SRT vehicles, the all-new 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 delivers customers an unmatched performance/value equation," said Mike Accavitti, Director - Dodge Brand and SRT Marketing Communications, Chrysler. "With 285 horsepower, 265 lb.-ft. of tire-smoking torque, and numerous functional, race-inspired exterior and interior appointments, Dodge and SRT have once again boldly joined the sport-compact performance market in dominating fashion."
The all-new 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 showcases the renowned, five key aspects of any SRT vehicle: exterior styling that resonates with the brand image; race-inspired interiors; world-class ride and handling characteristics across a broad range; benchmark braking; and standout powertrain. The all-new 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 unquestionably delivers in all five areas.
Exterior styling includes an aggressive SRT stance, a front fascia with functional brake cooling ducts and a larger grille opening. The unique hood features a functional air scoop enhancing underhood cooling. A large integrated spoiler above the rear glass is tuned for smoother air flow and lift reduction. Available exterior colors are Brilliant Black, Sunburst Orange, Bright Silver and Inferno Red.
Inside, the all-new Caliber SRT4 boasts sport seating with deep, performance bolsters, an SRT race-inspired instrument design, and an optional Reconfigurable Display (RCD), with exclusive "performance pages" that provide lateral and longitudinal G-force, 1/8-mile and 1/4-mile acceleration time and speed, 0-60 mph time and braking distance.
The Dodge Caliber SRT4's suspension is lowered 28mm in the front and 22mm in the rear, contributing to the unique SRT performance ride and handling characteristics. Chassis highlights include unique performance tuning, 19-inch cast-aluminum wheels and Goodyear three- or four-season performance tires.
Benchmark braking is delivered via four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes with 340 x 28mm vented front rotors and 302 x 10mm rear rotors, with twin-piston aluminum front calipers.
And finally, a whopping 285 horsepower and tire-smoking 265 lb.-ft. of torque is delivered courtesy of Chrysler's 2.4-liter DOHC I-4 Turbo World Engine. An electronically tuned Brake Lock Differential and Getrag DMT-6 six- speed transmission help put the power to the ground.
2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 Pricing:
The 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 is well-equipped and has a U.S. MSRP of $22,995 (including $560 destination).
Among the standard features included are: turbocharged 2.4-liter I-4 World engine with Dual Variable Valve Timing; Getrag DMT6 six-speed manual transmission; unique hood with functional air scoop; performance four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes with vented front brake rotors; Electronic Stability Program; advanced multi-stage driver and front passenger air bags; supplemental side window curtain air bag; driver inflatable knee blocker; air conditioning with particulate and odor air filter and Chill Zone(TM) beverage storage cooler; illuminated cup holders; 12-volt power outlet; 115-volt auxiliary power outlet; sliding armrest with cell phone holder; performance- oriented instrumentation including a center-mounted tachometer; sport seating with aggressive bolstering and performance fabric inserts and SRT-unique 19- inch cast aluminum painted wheels.
Popular Options
-- Kicker/SRT Livin' Loud audio system (late availability) $1,190
-- Power-express open/close sun roof $ 795
-- 19 x 7.5-inch polished aluminum SRT wheels $ 400
The all-new 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 is built at the Chrysler Belvidere Assembly Plant on the same assembly line with the Dodge Caliber SE, SXT and R/T models, the Jeep(R) Compass and Jeep Patriot.
Dodge barrage continues
With more than 1.3 million vehicles sold globally in 2006, Dodge - Chrysler's best-selling brand - continues its product offensive for the 2008 model year with the all-new Dodge Grand Caravan, Dodge Avenger and Dodge Caliber SRT4, and the new Dodge Viper SRT10, Dodge Dakota, Dodge Magnum and Dodge Magnum SRT8.
Dodge is the fifth largest nameplate in the U.S. automotive market. Overall, Dodge has a 7-percent market share in the U.S.
Dodge continues to lead the minivan market with a 20-percent market share in the U.S. In the highly competitive truck market, Dodge has a 16-percent market share. Dodge is also entering key European volume segments with Nitro and Caliber.
Comments (16)
It could have 500 horsepower. It still fell off the ugly tree and hit every branch and then some.
Posted by Al V | August 21, 2007 7:59 PM
Posted on August 21, 2007 19:59
It looks somewhat like my Matrix, but suffering from a bad batch of steroids, and lacking any styling at all.
I've seen a growing number of recent cars, from the boxy Scion to the Honda Element that seem to have thrown styling to the wind. Granted they don't look like any other wind-tunnel derived body style, but I think they lack style in general.
Posted by Tom Underhill | August 21, 2007 8:16 PM
Posted on August 21, 2007 20:16
I don't like the hood. The intake scoop is ok, but the wannabe cowl induction look on either side doesn't do anything for me. The rest of the front and sides don't look terrible, although they've got to do something with the rear end. Especially that nice ramp they glued above the rear glass.
Posted by Alexvrb | August 21, 2007 9:14 PM
Posted on August 21, 2007 21:14
The Impreza/WRX has been about the ugliest car on the entire market for 15 years now. And it seems to actually get uglier and uglier every time they update it. And every magazine including the "import" mags bitches about it every time.
Yet, look how well it sells. So much for the looks are most important argument on car sales.
Moreover, the WRX sells because of acceleration. Not steering feel (terrible), not good road handling (its more rally than sportscar), not an interior that isn't crappy, but because of its acceleration stats...
This car is lighter with almost 30% more power -- it will have much better acceleration stats.
Posted by vkn | August 21, 2007 9:19 PM
Posted on August 21, 2007 21:19
Content wise they seem to have packed it pretty well. I would like to see a simpler more organic shape. It should lose about 500 pounds.
Posted by Biil Owens | August 21, 2007 11:18 PM
Posted on August 21, 2007 23:18
Standard Features include
-Driver and Front passenger airbags, side window curtain airbags and driver inflatable knee blocker
-Chill Zone beverage storage cooler
-Illuminated cup holders
..........explain to me how any of those add to performance? Hell, the extra weight from the half-a-dozen airbags will slow it down.
Posted by Remy LeBeau | August 21, 2007 11:23 PM
Posted on August 21, 2007 23:23
I like dodge, so i'm always a bit biased but the berry bonds steroid look is i think "anything but cute". (which is good, i hate cute stuff). i can't wait to see how it does against other cars in the category because it certainly looks way better (maybe with the exception of mazdaspeed 3, that is a lame car on photos but standing next to it, i got shivers).
so, where's focus svt? are we ever gonna see that one again? if i remember correctly that car always came on top in tests by a hair, but it did. i hope they bring that car back once the european version arrives and power it with the mazdaspeed engine. then we wold have something...
and yea, capslock and shift keyes are the luxury i can't afford
Posted by SuperMopar | August 22, 2007 1:47 AM
Posted on August 22, 2007 01:47
22.95 any one?
Awfull. Noisy, Crude. Did this car inspire them to go and shop in China?
Posted by rene | August 22, 2007 11:20 AM
Posted on August 22, 2007 11:20
22.95 any one?
Awfull. Noisy, Crude. Did this car inspire them to go and shop in China?
Posted by rene | August 22, 2007 11:20 AM
Posted on August 22, 2007 11:20
22.95 any one?
Awfull. Noisy, Crude. Did this car inspire them to go and shop in China?
Posted by rene | August 22, 2007 11:20 AM
Posted on August 22, 2007 11:20
What in the **** are you guys complaining about this car is so cheap under $23k for this kind of power basically thats what your paying for the engine,brakes and suspension, everything else is free,who cares what the outside of your car looks like if from the inside you have alot of power and torque on command, it will just piss people off that you have a fast ugly car that they hate on constantly, honestly $23k is chump change, what else can you expect, their equation is to add performance for value, did you not read the press release?
on a side note this car looks more unique then those asian cars and actually has alot of functionality in it.
Posted by Jose Morales | August 22, 2007 12:45 PM
Posted on August 22, 2007 12:45
I drove a Caliber as a rental several months back. Not only is it ugly, but it's gutless, it gets terrible fuel economy for a compact, and the inside is an ergonomic nightmare. I guess the SRT4 fixes one of those things, though.
Posted by Jonathon | August 22, 2007 1:03 PM
Posted on August 22, 2007 13:03
Not to mention the agricultural controls/dails, a Lada is US$7000, a Geely is US$6000, and a Landwind is US$8000. So i gues i, the ****, am complaining about US$16000-odd.
Posted by rene | August 22, 2007 9:27 PM
Posted on August 22, 2007 21:27
A low-price Domestic turbocharged car with a cast crank/rods/pistons...I feel sorry for the schmoe who picks one of these up just outside of warranty coverage.
You would have to be an idiot not to pony up just a tad more cash for a Mazdaspeed 3 or WRX.
That interior is attrocious along with the wanna-be hick truck styling.
I'm not a fan of low-quality cars (domestics), but GM is leaps and bounds ahead of the other big two in trying to make a slightly competitive product.
so, where's focus svt? are we ever gonna see that one again?
No. The European focus which shares underpinnings with the Mazda 3 and Volvo S40(?) is deemed much too expensive to sell in the US market (not helped by the low quality reputation of the US Focus).
Moreover, the WRX sells because of acceleration. Not steering feel (terrible), not good road handling (its more rally than sportscar), not an interior that isn't crappy, but because of its acceleration stats...
Not to mention all wheel drive (which helps with handling), which no other car in its class has. Add the plethora of aftermarket parts that net you $50k+ sports car performance for $5k in parts and proven mechanicals (forged crank), not to mention the rally champion heritage and THAT is why the WRX sells.
Posted by Noya | August 22, 2007 9:38 PM
Posted on August 22, 2007 21:38
i think it wont be that bad... when you consider that the engine is build on a mitsubishi design and they did drop it right down so that it would tak emore of an agressive stance it kinda makes you forget about the fact that is looks like ass... that said... from the numbers here it looks like it will be a ver good car for a very good price...
now all the asian fanboys and euro fanboys are going to ahte on it... but in the end it comes down to the numbers and the price... of course its not going to beat a corvette or a GT-R on the track... but look at the price!
and again please remember that the "world Engine" technology is lifted straight from mitsubishi take into consideration that this car will give you every single penny worth of performance that you paid for.
and one more thing... i drive a honda... and in a lot of ways... the quality is pretty much the same... i mean chryslers biggest problem (transmissions that suck) has been dealt with and is no longer a problem... the build quality is up to par and if your buying a car like this YOU ARENT BUYING IT FOR FUEL ECONOMY!
one more thing... this car doesnt have a racing heritage... but again... for that price it doesnt need to... when we start to see some real world numbers we will see that it wont be much behind a WRX or a Evo for a fraction of the price... and i wont be surprised.
to everyone who buys a car for its image... get a bently or a BMW... for the people who actually care about the performance for the price (Value)... get a car like this or a viper or a corvette.
Posted by Dane | August 23, 2007 1:19 AM
Posted on August 23, 2007 01:19
and again please remember that the "world Engine" technology is lifted straight from mitsubishi take into consideration that this car will give you every single penny worth of performance that you paid for.
You're right. I assumed it was the same Neon SRT mill. It appears this new one has a forged crank and connecting rods (i guess it needs it with their 100k mile warranty LoL)
for the people who actually care about the performance for the price (Value)... get a car like this or a viper or a corvette.
The Vettes interior has moved up with the $4000 leather package, but it still feels cheap for a $50k+ car (I've looked at one). The Vipers interior look just about like this $22k Calibers interior....which is quite sad. Personally at the above cars prices, I would be looking into Caymans/911s and the new M3.
Posted by Noy | August 23, 2007 8:30 AM
Posted on August 23, 2007 08:30