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2009 Dodge Caliber - Consumer Opinions Page 5

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Consumer Opinions from Around the Web - Page 5

We have scoured the web for consumer reviews of this car and found the best ones for you to read. Found 84 reviews. This list is displayed in ranked order based the reviews we think are the best.
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#41
Great car!
Source: Edmunds

...I took advantage of the cash for clunkers and got an amazing deal on this car.
I have been driving a Mazda Protege 5 for the last 8 years.
While the Caliber cannot compare to the Mazda in terms of performance, it is still a great car.
It is a bit sluggish on takeoff, but using the CVT option takes care of that.
My gas mileage has steadily increased as the engine has broken in and I am now averaging 29-30 mpg city and highway combined.
My 6' friends are very comfortable in the backseat and have plenty of leg and head room. The cargo storage is amazing, especially with...

#42
It is what it is, I guess...
Source: Edmunds

...I bought this car, and really don't know why in the end. From the plastic interior, satellite radio with no info display, to the awful road noise. I do like the Sunroof, and Yes Essential seats. The CVT seems to work well, corners OK, but in all a massive let down. I swallowed the loss and traded another vehicle off to cover some of the loss to purchase a Pontiac Torrent. Sorry this car is great if you really enjoyed the Neon I guess. Dodge has dropped quality so far, its just sad. I am so happy with Torrent, sorry Dodge Caliber just needs to many improvements, glorified Neon for sure. Look...

#43
Love my car
Source: Edmunds

...Just bought the SXT and love it. Plenty of power, great handling, and fun features make it a joy to drive.
Beautiful finish and design. Quality great. This is my first smaller car, and very impressed...

#44
I'm so happy
Source: Edmunds

...I'm from Europe and I just bought Dodge Caliber. I love it, I really do.
It gives security and pleasure at same time. My family is very happy with a choice.
For money, there is no better choice. I search for best car for me about 6 months, and this is by far the best on the market in segment and price range...

#45
Love my new Caliber
Source: Edmunds

...I've only had this about a month but it is the first vehicle I truly love!
I love sitting higher and the comfortable seats. Great ride. Gas mileage is good. Bought the lifetime warrenty so I feel safe for the long term...

#46
Way Cooler Than a Minivan!
Source: Edmunds

...I've owned my Caliber for a year now and my husband and I have been very pleased with it.
After driving a Chevy Venture for 10 years, I was really excited to have something sportier and I have not been disappointed.
This car is fun to drive and and it looks great. I still get a lot of compliments on it. The controls are easy to use, it handles well and has been completely reliable...

#47
What a wonderful car!
Source: Edmunds

...I purchased after test driving the Scion XD, Nissan versa, Nissan Cube, KIA Soul, Chevrolet HHR.
The Caliber is a far more substantial car, not "tiny" feeling at all.
I got the 1.8 engine with the 5 speed manual transmission.
What an outstanding combination. The car feels wonderful, corners really flat with great handling.
Just took it out yesterday to the coast on a really windy hilly road.
Great passing ability, pulls up just fine on hills. (Also 35+ MPG). It hit 111 yesterday, the AC works just great no problem at all keeping up with that heat on next to the lowest...

#48
Great car
Source: Edmunds

...We love the Caliber SXT. It is like a small version of the Ford Edge.
The CVT transmission is great. Good fuel economy and sporty.
We looked at the Honda Fit and Nissan Versa. This car drives way better and feels like a car, not a toy.
I would highly recommend the car. For the money, no one comes close to such a car. Best of all, it is American made in Illinois...

#49
Cushy Riding Sleek Best Deal
Source: Edmunds

...The total rebates motivated me to buy, plus my shiny Red Caliber was a minimum of 20% less compared to competitors model's which would have fit my wants and needs. It has plenty of power for my mountainous terrain. It's quick enough to pass others safely on two lane roads. At 25 to 45 it provides a comfortable stress free ride. It's smooth, even "cushy." Same applies when driving at 70 mph on busy interstate highways. It fits a lot of gear: boxes, cases, stuff, amps, guitars, keyboards, drums, even an upright bass! My wife also likes driving it...

#50
It's fun!!!!!!!!!!!
Source: Edmunds

...is good.except the large front pillars..you need to really check.they are quite intrusive..and do obstruct the view.i found adjusting the height in my seat to be better.The interior seems better than my 2007 model.everything is within easy reach no annoying digital readouts.easy to drive.the gearbox is good.bit slow at start but flies on motorway.good power for overtaking and the car seems solid whilst making quick maneuvers..all in all the Caliber is fun to drive.no problems...


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