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Models and Pricing
The 2008 Dodge Caliber is available in four trim levels: SE, SXT, R/T and SRT4. The SE is as no frills as you can get, starting at $14,580,. The SXT is priced at $16,164, and the R/T has an entry fee of $18,975. Our test model was the high-performance Caliber SRT4, with the standard 2.4-liter turbocharged four cylinder engine, sport-tuned suspension and price tag of $23,015. All prices include a $580 destination charge.
The SE is shod with P205/70R15 all-season Dunlops mounted on 15-inch steel wheels with silver painted wheel covers. Firestone P215/60R17 All-season touring rubber wrap around 17-inch painted aluminum wheels on the SXT, and P215/55R18 all-season performance Firestones on 18-inch painted aluminum wheels come standard on the R/T. Stopping power for the SE and SXT is handled by power front discs and rear drum brakes. ABS can be added to the manual transmission models for $400 and is included with the CVT2 package. The R/T comes standard with 4-wheel discs with ABS.
The SRT4 varies looks-wise by its larger grille and rear spoiler and functional hood scoop. It also comes with 19-inch painted aluminum SRT wheels with P225/45R19 all-season Goodyear tires. The SRT4 also comes standard with bigger four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes.
Our 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 came equipped with optional 19-inch polished aluminum SRT wheels for an upcharge of $400. To find our way back from our drive, our tester was outfitted with a GPS navigation system which includes a 6-CD/MP3 changer at a cost of $1395. Finally our loaner was equipped with the SRT Option Group II which includes a security alarm, tonneau cover, tire pressure monitoring display, vehicle information center, auto-dimming rearview mirror, universal garage door opener and UConnect hands free communication system for $1185. To put us further in the red, our SRT had the $150 upcharge Inferno Red Crystal Pearl Coat Paint. With the destination charge, our tester totaled out to $26,175
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