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Yes certainly sounds like a lemon-I guess I am lucky as I have been driving my SXT 2.0/CVT for 1yr-6 months and the only thing it has had are free oil changes and a software update at my request. I consistently get25-28 mpg US with all city driving so I guess I lucked out. |
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Replying to: steve9633 (Dec 20, 2007 5:46 pm) I test drove a 1.8L, 2.0L and a 2.4L and the 2.4T before buying a 2.4T (SRT4). The 1.8 and 2.0 engines sound loose and unrefined; they are American designed and built and seem to be of exceptionally poor quality. HOWEVER, the 2.4L "World Engine" (used by several other car makers) is a very nice engine. I would recommend the 2.4L CVT front drive as a best pick for something that gets good MPG, has lots of interior room and surprising power (173 HP). The Jeep Compass uses the same engine and chassis with minor changes to suspension to make it sit higher off the ground and thus more “Jeep-ish.” The drop in fuel economy and Dodge’s indication that this vehicle is NOT an off road vehicle make the AWD system practical for driving in snow/ice/rain/severe conditions. The SRT-4 (also the 2.4L engine) with front drive gets about 24-25MPG during mixed driving (aprox. after 1000mil of use) and runs 0-60 around the 5.8sec mark (Mopar's low 6's estimate is quite high). But this is probably not something for the wife or reckless teenager, as 50% throttle through 4th gear will let you easily arrive at 120mph if you are not cautious. Torque is abundant and the 155mph top speed is reached in 5th gear with unnerving ease before the fuel control system steps in. I would suspect the unlimited top speed to be something around in the high 160’s or low 170’s primarily limited by aerodynamic drag due to the 5 door body style. The hood scoop, front air dam, and larger wheels also give a more appealing appearance the somewhat bulky looking 5 door design.
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Replying to: greenfox1 (Jan 01, 2008 10:16 am)
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Replying to: ticleve2 (Jan 12, 2008 1:32 am) but we can keep that on the DL if buying an "american" motor is too much for you to handle. Size is basically the only difference. |
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Replying to: trans12 (Feb 02, 2007 8:08 pm) |
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I was curious if any of the problems with the knocking, thermostat, and stalling were associated with the 2008 model Caliber SE or SXT? Robin
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Replying to: pyrodruidess (Mar 06, 2008 11:14 am)
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Replying to: pyrodruidess (Mar 06, 2008 11:14 am)
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Replying to: ticleve2 (Mar 07, 2008 10:24 am) on your CSRT4 but there are many on the road already in southern Ontario and in eastern US,several local dealers have them sitting on their lots. Other than the traditional problems that come up with the tuners or modders 4 things stand out in all problem posts I have read on CSRT4 those are: 1-Dealers failing to remove shipping spacers on front struts during prep. 2-Fuel injector failure throwing CEL code(usually traced to a single injector). 3-Poor connection of oil lines at turbo(minor leak). 4-Intercooler hose clamp loose or rubbing on coolant hose (tsb issued).
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Replying to: caliberchic (Mar 07, 2008 10:40 am) but you have to admit in general of the 190,000 or so Calibers sold the only ones you see generally posting are those who are looking for help or answers to what they interpet as a problem. There are lemons in every carline and unfortunately they get bought many times by people who just want good transportation without problems but as a whole are ignorant of how's,why's and general responsibilities that come with car ownership. First model year buyers are particularly prone to developmental blues and hopefully car makers learn and make things better than the previous model or take proper care of the previous buyers. I personally have not had a problem with my 07 Caliber built June 06 and have only had a software update at my request and free oil changes, there are many Calibers now hitting the 50,000 mile mark so time will tell if problems outweigh the fun I have driving my "not so cute Caliber".
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