Dodge Caliber 2011 model

Posted: October 10th, 2011 | Author: bestcarsadmin | Filed under: 2011 New Car Models, Dodge | Leave a comment »

Dodge Caliber 2011 is a versatile five-door compact vehicle with a distinctive coupe-like profile that projects the strength, stance and functionality of a sport-utility vehicle (SUV). The Dodge Caliber 2011 is a fun, well-rounded package, combining the versatility of SUV with fuel-efficiency of a compact car.

The new 2011 Dodge Caliber is offered in five trim levels: Express (starting MSRP $17.380), Heat (starting MSRP $18585), Mainstreet (starting at $18.620 MSRP), Rush (starting at $20585 MSRP), and Uptown (starting at $20585).

The 2011 Dodge Caliber competes with other wagons and hatchbacks like Honda Fit, Hyundai Elantra Touring, Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagon, Kia Soul and Mazda3.

With a lengthy list of standard features rarely found on entry-level compact vehicles, including side-curtain airbags, chill zone cooled-beverage storage bin, Uconnect phone with voice command, iPod control, Sirius Satellite Radio and remote keyless entry, the 2011 Dodge Caliber offers consumers a small-footprint vehicle with the right amount of attitude that’s also fun to drive.

The 2011 Dodge Caliber, assembled in Belvidere, Illinois with a listed 73% U.S. content, receives improved steering feel, additional functions for the navigation system and standard stability control for all trim levels.

The entry-level Express model of Dodge Caliber 2011 comes standard with 15-inch steel wheels, heated outside mirrors, air-conditioning, cloth upholstery, 60/40 split-folding rear seats, remote keyless entry, cruise control, a tilt steering wheel, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, Bluetooth connectivity and a four-speaker FM/CD stereo with auxiliary audio/USB jacks.

The Mainstreet trim level of Dodge Caliber adds 17-inch alloy wheels, a chrome grille, a sportier suspension, foglights, a power-adjustable driver seat and a rechargeable flashlight. The Uptown model adds automatic climate control, leather upholstery, heated front seats and a nine-speaker Boston Acoustics audio system.

The Sporty 2011 Caliber Heat trim adds 18-inch polished alloy wheels, chrome exterior trim, Sport-tuned suspension and cloth interior trim. The Caliber Rush adds 18-inch chrome-clad alloy wheels, a rear spoiler and a premium audio system with a touchscree interface and 30-GB hard drive.

Each Caliber 2011 model has uniquely tuned suspension to suit a particular style of driving.  Electronic Stability Control with Traction Control is tuned for on-road activity during normal operation. Caliber antilock brakes are designed to help provide added traction in slippery braking conditions. Independent front suspension coupled with power rack-and-pinion steering helps Caliber stick to the road.

Standard on Express, Heat, Mainstreet and Uptown is an 2.0-liter 4-cylinder in-line DOHC 16-Valve Dual VVT engine that produces 158 hp at 6.400 rpm and 141 lb-ft of torque at 5.000 rpm. Standard on 2011 Dodge Caliber Rush and optional on Uptown is an 2.4-liter 4-cylinder Dual Overhead Cam 16-Valve Dual Variable Valve Timing (VVT) engine with 172 hp at 6000 rpm and 165 lb-ft of torque at 4.400 rpm.

The standard transmission for Caliber Express, Heat and Rush is a 5-speed manual and standard for Caliber Mainstreet and Uptown is a Continuously Variable automatic Transmission (CVT).

Fuel economy of 2011 Dodge Caliber  is decent for this compact class car. The 2.0-liter engine returns EPA estimates of 24 mpg city/ 32 mpg highway with manual transmission and 23 mpg city/ 27 mpg highway with CVT. For the 2.4-liter engine of 2011 Caliber EPA estimates is 23mpg city/29 mpg highway for manual and 22/27 mpg for models with CVT.

The USNews opinion about 2011 Dodge Caliber is:

When you separate it from the competition, there’s nothing wrong with the 2011 Dodge Caliber’s interior. The front seats are roomy, and the back seats can fit two adults. The cargo area is also large enough to meet most shoppers’ needs.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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New 2011 Dodge Nitro

Posted: March 7th, 2011 | Author: bestcarsadmin | Filed under: 2011 New Car Models, Dodge | Leave a comment »

For 2011 the Dodge Nitro is little-changed, with the exception of trim names. The new 2011 Nitro is available in Heat, Detonator and Shock trims, each available in front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive with twenty-inch wheels standard.

New exterior colors, optional hood stripes, standard body-colored bumpers, heated mirrors and a sunroof are new for 2011 Dodge Nitro. A sport tuned transmission is optional.

The 2011 Dodge Nitro Heat comes standard with a five-speed automatic transmission, standard UConnect Phone and an upgraded eight-speaker sound system. The Detonator package includes polished aluminium wheels, nine premium speakers with subwoofer, remote start and rear park assist system. The Dodge Nitro 2011 Shock package is fully loaded with heated leather seats, a sunroof and Parksense park assist system. Detonator and Shock are now tattooed with Dodge Brand’s signature racing stripes.

Starting at $22.245 for base trim Nitro Heat 4×2, Dodge Nitro 2011 is equipped with 3.7 liter V6 engine for Heat Trim and 4.0 liter V6 engine in Detonator and Shock trims.

The all-aluminium 4.0 liter V6 engine produce 260 horsepower and 265 pound-feet of torque. Estimated mileage is 16mpg city/ 21 mpg highway. The 3.7 liter SOHC V6 engine produce 210 horsepower and 235 pound-feet of torque. Estimated EPA mileage is 16 mpg city/22 mpg highway.

For driving safety, all 2011 Dodge Nitro’s comes with four-wheel antilock brakes with brake assist along with all speed traction and stability control systems. Active head restraints and a tire pressure monitoring system are also standard. The optional parking assist with sonar-based warning system help you get in and out of tight spaces. Inside , the Nitro has dual-front and two-row side curtain airbags.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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New 2011 Dodge Durango

Posted: February 13th, 2011 | Author: bestcarsadmin | Filed under: 2011 New Car Models, Dodge | Leave a comment »

The New 2011 Dodge Durango is built along side of the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Starting production in November 2010 the New Dodge Durango 2011 has a 119,8 inch wheelbase – several inches longer than new Grand Cherokee.

Dodge is a United States – based brand of automobiles, minivans and SUV, manufactured and marketed by Chrysler Group in more than 60 different countries. Founded as the Dodge Brothers Company in 1900, Dodge began making own completes vehicles in 1914. Dodge Durango is a full size SUV from Chrysler’s Dodge brand. It was introduced in 1998 .

The new 2011 Durango isn’t as large as full size SUV’s like Chevrolet Tahoe or Toyota Sequoia but it is about the same size as some of the larger crossovers like Ford Flex or GMC Acadia.

The New 2011 Durango’s unibody structure is more than 25 percent stiffer than its predecessor. The end result is a vehicle with crossover versability, SUV capability and performance in a different league than its competitive class. The all new Dodge Durango is available with two powertrains that provide rear-wheel-drive performance and fuel efficiency. The engines available in the new 2011 Dodge Durango include the 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 290 horsepower and 5.7-liter HEMI V8 360 horsepower- both engines features variable valve timing.

For 3.6-liter V6 engine, the EPA fuel economy miles per gallon is 16 mpg city and 22 mpg highway. For 5.7-liter V8 engine the EPA fuel economy is 14 mpg city and 20 mpg highway.

Starting at 29.195 $, interior features of 2011 Dodge Durango  include: standard tilt/telescoping teering wheel with audio controls, standard tri-zone automatic air conditioning, standard CD stereo with auxiliary input, optional touch-screen audio system with hard drive for storing music, optional auto-dimming rearview mirror. Available safety features include: standard antilock brakes, standard side-impact airbags for the front seats, standard stability sistem, optional rear parking sensors, optional backup camera and optional adaptive cruise control with forward-collision warning.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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