It has a 'fridge' like compartment in the glove box, which puts ac into it.
I am personally a huge fan of the slapstick shifting option! I would say that the caliber has some pretty bad blind spots for the size of the car, namely the portion of the car connecting the windshield to the right and left windows. The cup holder lights are handy, and the 'fridge' glove compartment is very useful for cooling beverages. The trunk is kind of small in comparison to other hatchbacks.
Michael V
on May 28, 2021
The surprisingly durable and affordable dodge caliber.
It's a great all weather vehicle. It does not require much maintenance other than tune up and regular oil changes. Great on gas and gets good miles to the gallon. It was affordable and has a great factory and transmission warranty. Its four door and easily accessible. The interior is spacious and the ride is smooth and comfortable. The shocks and struts are durable. It is excellent in the snow and bad weather.
Angela D
on May 9, 2021
I do not recommend this vehicle
I would never buy another caliber. This vehicle was made cheap. The performance is awful. My car guzzles gas. My tail lights are full of water though they aren't cracked. My headlights smoke when it rains. Nothing is easy to work on yourself. The motor for my power windows has went out twice. I would avoid this vehicle.
PN N
on April 3, 2021
I like the engine it is very strong car.
How it saves gas and it is not highly maintained, how the outside looks it is very well driven car you can change it to manual too that is the most important part I love about it. My car is big inside and out it has space. And the engine is very strong the service is not bad easy to maintain.
Wendy V
on March 28, 2021
A stylish vehicle for zipping around town of taking family trips.
This car was affordable while being good on gas, having the hatchback that I like for hauling large bags of pet food, looking stylish and just a nice car for the money at the time of purchase.
Joshua P
on March 15, 2021
The best part of my vehicle is the satellite radio.
My car has been good. Little bit of issues that were cause by me. But other than that the vehicle has held its own and done what has been needed to be done. Very spacious and supports my everyday needs. Able to fit a booster seat and car seat in the car comfortably.
Jacy W
on March 9, 2021
Brand new dodge caliber, 1 owner review.
It has rusting and there was a bit of a hassle to get everything replaced without issue last year due to the warranty and coverage. It was eventually covered. Overall, pretty decent care, just too small for us anymore so we will have to look at replacing this soon.
Nekia L
on February 10, 2021
It is great on gas. It is fairly cheap and has satellite radio
It is an automatic. It has a cooler in the glove box. It is equipped with a wall outlet
Angela B
on February 7, 2021
There is a ton of storage space if you lay the backseat down.
There is not enough foot room in the back and it's hard to direct the vents. It's a loud and rough ride even with new tires.
Nate E
on January 23, 2021
Vehicle that is not all that reliable!
This vehicle is a car I wouldn't recommend people to buy. I just has to replace all the struts and it only has 106,000 thousand miles on it. Only one previous owner and I doubt the transmission will make it past 140,000 thousand miles. The shocks are going bad and my mechanic told me that I will have to replace those soon too.
Kara S
on December 24, 2020
It runs smoothly, is good on gas and is reliable.
It is a super reliable car. The only issue I have had is with the computer and it seems to be something that most users experience.
Anne C
on December 19, 2020
Solid car, but nothing fancy.
It seems to be a reliable car. I got mine for a great deal, used but with low miles. Nothing too flashy. It is a little rougher/louder of a ride than I expected, and it seems to require regular check ups to keep everything running well, but overall it is been good for getting me and my family around. It is also survived numerous road trips out of state, so that is something.
Kia B
on December 8, 2020
I loved the house plug that was in the car so that I can plug things up.
No problems at all my car was particle new and is just what my family needs to get back and forth from work and school. Very comfortable as well love everything about it. It is safe and easy to get repairs done if something was to happen. Wouldn't trade it for nothing.
Alesandro R
on November 27, 2020
Very comfortable and spacious
The only thing that I have done has been the revisions, change of tires and little else, consumes little, what if you have to be peeling of the oil but otherwise great
Michelle G
on November 20, 2020
My car is extremely reliable.
Like the way it handles. Dislike the 2 accidents I have been in lately. I wish it was higher like an SUV. It handles well in winter.
Laura A
on October 16, 2020
My movie theater on wheels.
This is the most reliable vehicle I have owned in 30 years. I purchased it about two years ago. To date, my dodge caliber has had only one moderate repair issue concerning that cost me about 1000 dollars to fix. I felt this was a small price to pay for a vehicle that runs like a champ and has never had anything more serious than a flat tire. . The vehicle's rear seats can be laid down to expand the storage area in the hatch/trunk. It is fuel efficient and a pleasure to drive. The crowning feature if the DVD player integrated into the entertainment/stereo system. Thanks to the surround sound, I feel like I am at a movie theater whenever I find myself having to wait in my vehicle for extended periods. I would buy this make an model again.
Eric S
on October 9, 2020
Dodge caliber awesome vehicle.
My car is awesome. I enjoy dodge vehicles. It is a reliable vehicle and I have had no mechanical problems with my vehicle. It is a neutral color. The next vehicle I plan on buying is a dodge. The dodge caliber is a good vehicle. I wish I went out and bought it sooner.
Jessica H
on October 2, 2020
Spacious and gets the job done.
The main problem with dodge calibers is the throttle body going out. Mine went out 2 years after getting the car. It is been fixed a couple of times but still does not seem to work all the way correctly. I like the car but I definitely would not purchase it again. It seems like there’s a new problem every week with it.
Raymond C
on October 1, 2020
The speed of the car that I have been using for 6 years.
I like the design and it's speed. I dislike the amount of gas and how old the model is.
Logan T
on September 28, 2020
22 cal. 22 caliber. It gets the job done.
Good vehicle glove box. Is a little off mechanically, paint is holding up engine is holding up strong for a larger 4 cylinder. Roomy in seating area, load area is sufficient. Vision quality is also sufficient. Some trim on lower passenger body has come loose.
Sara N
on September 18, 2020
That is very gas friendly.
Love the size and ease of driving. Very good on gas. Handles real well on the road. The only bad thing is the AC does not get cold enough.
randy G
on September 12, 2020
Engine has a lot of power.
Very expensive to fix when something goes wrong or breaks. Gas mileage isn't great. Was driving down a major highway when the motor decided to go out without any warning and it was several thousand to fix. I will definitely be looking into ford or possibly Toyota soon.
Keegan S
on August 17, 2020
I feel safe and comfortable driving through town on the highway or the turnpike.
My vehicle is very reliable and safe. It gets good gas mileage and is very safe. I have been in an accident where I was rear ended when stopped at a stop sign and my car did have damage on the bumper however besides that there was no other damage and I was unharmed. The seats are comfortable and easily adjustable and the air conditioning system is a little bit loud but works great.
Rachel K
on July 31, 2020
Cute car, but problematic.
My dodge caliber looks sharp and has nice features (sunroof, cooler, Sirius XM), but it is not a good all weather car due to it is lightweight. It also has electrical issues often (windows, horn, etc.). I would not purchase a dodge caliber again were it available in the future.
Ashlee E
on July 30, 2020
My car is very good on gas I got from Missouri to North Carolina on 60.00.
My car I got it brand new and it has lasted me just like it should. It runs very good even 8 years later, the only thing I can say is the oil change process it requires a certain tool so I can't change it on my own at the moment. But it is good on gas and my heat and air are amazing all year round.
Courtney L
on July 20, 2020
Love my hatchback, my whole family and fur babies fit perfectly!
I love this car because it is a hatchback which makes it easy for me to bring my dogs with me. Back seat is spacious enough for 2 kids also. My whole family fits comfortably. Only thing I do not like is the blind spots. Overall I love my car and will be driving it till the wheels fall off!
Jennifer S
on July 17, 2020
It is a good car but not so good on gas.
I like the body style but not the gas mileage it is an ok vehicle, I would definitely recommend it, it's good.
Janelle L
on July 12, 2020
Good on gas. The A.C. Works great and cools off the car quickly. Same with the heat. It doesn't take long to get warm.
The car itself is fine. It has all the features you need. To haul stuff It's not bad you just can't haul anything big. I'm used to driving an SUV.
Linda H
on July 4, 2020
I like the gas mileage. I liked the price. I don't like the white color. No complaints
It is a good reliable car. I have had no problems with it. My dealer is there to take care of any problems i have
Kayla D
on June 28, 2020
A very convenient car, really love it.
We have not had any problems with our car. It had ran perfect.ly fine and has continued to have the same quality as the day we first got it. You just have to remember to keep up your oil changes and get everything checked when driving an older car. It is the perfect. Size for us and we love it. Two people are learning how to drive on it now. It is easy to drive and manage.
Haley B
on June 2, 2020
Pros and cons of dodge caliber 2012 sxt.
It has really good handling, the gas mileage is fantastic, it fits easily into all parking spaces, the sound system is very good stock. The back seat is very small, the air conditioning does not blow to the back very well, the trunk size is very small, and the road noise is extremely loud.
Dennis G
on May 31, 2020
As great a car as it is, the gas mileage is terrible for such a small car.
My Caliber is great vehicle. Actually, I'm shocked it is as well made as it is. It is a hatchback, but rides like a SUV. The seats sit high, making it a pleasure to see and drive. I love my car!
Jennifer S
on May 15, 2020
Never to ever buy this brand of car. It's a lemon no matter what
It is a piece of c**p I hate that it breaks down all of the time
Carole L
on May 11, 2020
Dependability and durability, plus it's stylish and fun to drive as well as comfortable in longer trips. The back seats get an A plus for space and comfort.
The compactness but lots of room. It fits my lifestyle. Outside of my '64 mustang this has been my favorite vehicle.
Morgan G
on May 4, 2020
It is good great car perfect for normal use.
This car is good and the seats easily fold down for when traveling. Has an audition player and the windows work great the seats are pump tho to move even with all seats up they have a lot of trunk room it is very easy to drive and is nice on all type of roads. The base and speakers are nice.
Marissa T
on May 2, 2020
2012 dodge caliber, light red, beautiful finish.
Around the 72,000 mile mark it ran into a gas cap issue involving sensors. Check engine light likes popping on and off in an occasional manner. No visible leaks at all. It is a very reliable car, okay on gas, runs smoothly - but has a noisy engine when you are speeding up or slowing down. If you do not mind a bit of road noise, there's nothing to be concerned about. It is the perfect size.
Maggie S
on April 29, 2020
Dodge caliber, good vehicle for the price.
The only problem with my car is that it is over 100,000 miles so things are starting to need replacement. Other than that I enjoy my car. It is been very reliable, gets decent gas mileage and has plenty of room for camping gear and people. I feel safe with my newborn in it as well.
Kathy H
on April 16, 2020
Feel Good Car That Looks More Expensive
The Dodge Caliber is comfortable to ride in or drive. The automatic in the floor is easy to execute. It is nice looking, having a classic but modern small sedan look to it. I like the radio keeps playing after you turn the ignition off until you push the knob in, cool.
Regina R
on April 14, 2020
To keep the oil change and the maintenance up on it.
I love the fact that it doesn't take much to fill my car up. I only use 25 to 28 dollars a week. The maintenance on my care is cheap and the oil change is cheap. It only take 20 dollars for a oil change. If there's work to do on my car the labor is reasonable. My car is very economical.
Christina D
on March 20, 2020
It is just the right size for my family
It doesn't have the get up and go as most of my past cars. The sensor lights come on even if nothing is wrong with it.
Daniel E
on March 18, 2020
A well designed car for getting groceries, getting about town, or going on a long distance drive.
I like the style and shape of the vehicle. It gets good gas mileage. Good latent sound system. I like the amount of storage space. I wish there were a few more bells and whistles, like a back-up camera, a USB port, and so forth, but those are rather minor.
Jacy W
on March 12, 2020
Dodges do rust - it's not a myth.
Clutch had to be replaced at under 10k miles - but they took care of it. Issues with rust have now started. While some of the rust issues are covered, not all is and their bodies are prone to rusting. This is a known common issue with this car brand.
Dean C
on March 7, 2020
It would be much better choice overall
Boasting an innovative, space-efficient hatchback body and unique features like flip-down tailgate speakers and a dedicated iPod holder. Unfortunately, those good ideas were spoiled by sloppy execution.
Amy M
on February 25, 2020
Dodge Caliber is a safe and dependable vehicle
I love my Dodge Caliber. It performs well in high speeds like freeway driving. There hasn't been a lot that has gone wrong. The only problem was just recently put out a recall notice for the airbags but the company pays for it to get fixed. Very dependable and safe car. Would recommend this make of vehicle to anyone.
Hannah F
on February 14, 2020
This is a very comfortable, good vehicle!
I love this vehicle because it has a cool outlet under the center compartment that come in very handy when you need to charge your phone. Along with that the seats are very comfortable and spacious for long drives. We drive from city to city daily and this car makes the drives comfortable to do so.
Sarah D
on February 9, 2020
That it gets great gas mileage and is good in all types of weather.
I love my car. It's not overly big and easy to drive. I find it to be very comfortable. It has plenty of space for my family four. It is great on gas. I love that the trunk is a hatchback.
Austin W
on February 6, 2020
Great economical vehicle for anyone transporting
Low power but lots of storage. Reliable, haven't had any issues so far. Comfortable drive, but not many features.
Greg A
on January 21, 2020
It may not have great acceleration but it gets me where I'm going.
I like it as a commuter car. It gets good gas mileage. It's easy to find parts for and is fairly easy to work on.
Michael G
on December 3, 2019
Better oil change maintenance and overall dependability of the product.
The general upkeep of the vehicle is easier than other vehicles.
Bridget M
on November 23, 2019
Gets you through rain or shine!
I like that is reliable. I like that the seats go down for more storage. I don't like that door locks, windows and other functions are not automatic.
Jackson B
on November 9, 2019
It's an SUV, capable of seating 6 people and still have decent space at the boot
The best way to save for a car you will keep for years is to buy one of the last models on the lot. I bought a top of the line Dodge Caliber and after financing (60 months)still paid well below sticker. The Caliber itself is proven reliability with low cost repair bill for the long term; also, the upgrades in 17 inch wheels and traction control will help in the snow; however, the car is heavy and the 4 cylinder doesn't even the performance of my previous small cars (PT Cruiser, ZX3 Focus)
Lisa H
on October 20, 2019
Handles well in winter weather.
I like my vehicle in that it handles well in snow and doesn't get stuck. I like my car as it is efficient and looks nice. I dislike the heated seats feature as it has never worked well.
John C
on October 3, 2019
Very reliable and very good on gas.
My 2012 Dodge caliber has been very reliable. I have had no problems with this car. It performs to my expectations and is good on gas.
Von S
on September 23, 2019
Gets really great gas mileage.
Great on gas, comfortable to drive. Very small. Hard to see out of the windows when backing up. Has satellite radio.
Sue L
on September 15, 2019
Easy to handle when on highway
Very good on gas mileage. Love the standard shift. Dependable. Good on bad roads. Good for small family.
Chris S
on September 11, 2019
Great for the everyday necessities.
It gives comfort for short drives in the city and good for gas and mileage. Easy for my children to move around as well. There is more than enough room in the trunk for storage for when there is time for trips. I feel comfortable to be in a dodge.
Sherry H
on August 16, 2019
Good for a young girl/boy that has money or hopefully parents can help.
Cute and so far reliable but the biggest problem is that we outgrew it really fast. Everything from an oil change to tires on it is so expensive to fix or to cover. It's just me and my husband with 2 dogs and I do like that the inside is all leather, so it makes it easy to clean. I do like that the seats can be heated, it comes handy during the winter time but I really just can't get past how expensive it is to fix anything on it. It's small and not a sports car or at least for me it isn't so I expected for everything to be affordable even to fill it up with gas it's about $45-$50. It's also a little low so when have needed to Carry anything heavy it gets even lower.
Ana V
on August 13, 2019
Love this car-super reliable and overall comfort!
Love the car! It is reliable-hardly any issues! Also, extremely spacious, you will ride in comfort if you decide to purchase this vehicle. Looks small from exterior but once inside you will see how spacious it really is. Have no complaints-would purchase again!
Elaina J
on August 6, 2019
It is a silver 4 door sedan dodge caliber that is it.
It has brake problems, the tire is always leaking and it has a short in the electric part cause the light is always going in and out and the engine light stay on. Then again my dad do not keep it serviced the way a car should be serviced. It is his car I just drove it when he lets me but other than that Drives fine.
Zachary B
on August 3, 2019
2012 dodge caliber 5 seat hatchback.
The dodge caliber is nice car for the price. The features are not top of the line but it has all the basic functions. The backseat is roomy and comfortable. The dodge caliber is ideal for anybody from small families to teenagers for their first car. The only complaint that I have is that in Houston summer heat the a/c sometimes has a hard time keeping up.
Cristine K
on July 12, 2019
Versatile use - love how we can use it for travel as well as everyday use
I love the compact yet roomy style. It's great for travel and around town use. We just love it.
Rylee D
on June 29, 2019
2012 dodge caliber: the ups and downs.
Really good for a starting car and has more space than expected but has had issues with spark plugs and battery. Overall a good car the radio is nice and has a really great base and speakers. The Bluetooth is really easy to connect to once you get the hang of it but my favorite part is that it has an actual outlet to plug in a charger.
Hannah M
on June 15, 2019
It is a reliable car that for the most part has not given me any issues.
I got the car from my mom and it has been a really good car so far. It for the most part does not have problems. However it just broke the other day and now my radio doesn't work either.
Dean S
on April 9, 2019
2012 dodge caliber, great choice!
Very reliable. Easy to work on. Doesn't really require much maintenance at all. Haven't had to replace any parts yet. Love how it drives and handles! Does have a bit of a problem with the air conditioning but I believe I just need to charge the system and it will be fine again.
Alice P
on April 3, 2019
Plenty of storage, if you are the type that needs the storage in a car.
Our Dodge Caliber has an extra compartment on top of the dashboard and two compartments in the center console. The glove box also has extra compartment for like your cds or anything you don't want to mix say with your important papers. There are extra cup holders for the back seat, these are great for my grandkids or other backseat passengers. I'm the kind of person that loves storage and when there is plenty of storage things can go in its place without having to mix things up. The seats are very comfortable, adjustable, and roomy. We can have 3 people in the back seat, comfortably and all with seat belts. Or we can have 3 grandkids with still a lot of room all with seatbelts or 4, with the oldest not wearing a seatbelt. The hatch is also very roomy and the spare tire hidden. And if we need even more room, we can put the back seat down and have plenty of room. As for the ride, the car runs smoothly and comfortably. Sometimes, you can even tell the speed you're going if you're not watching it. We love to take trips in it. My in-laws live three hours away and I think this car is the most comfortable for our trips than any we've had, except for the vans we've had. Maybe someday, we will upgrade. Still used and affordable.
Star D
on March 7, 2019
I just love my car run good get me to a place where I need to go.
I love my car it run really good and it have stuff I like even does it not new car . Still love it but I do in the future get a new car that little nice but I not picky with car as long it run really good I be happy person so I will get used car and new car too.
Jan B
on January 30, 2019
The blind spots take time to get used to.
I live that its a hatchback, so much useful space. Its size allows for good gas mileage. There are more blind spots than I am used to.
Nicole W
on January 18, 2019
It is great for hauling. Be careful with the steering and it rides low
I like how small and compact it is. And it is very good on gas
Greg k
on January 6, 2019
It's a great little car that's great for commuting.
It's good on gas. It's a nice like commuter car. The only dislike i have in the leg room in the back seat.
Abby B
on January 5, 2019
A cover I can pull to cover groceries.
It is very reliable, brakes often squeak and has had to have work done. Now I recently did have an issue where the radio went bad and my car wouldn't turn. Had to purchase a whole new radio, but is working now. It does it job, gets me where I need to go and back home safely. The headlights and rear lights do get condensation inside of them, which can turn into a major issue. I love the size of the caliber it is not too small but not too big either. Can fit up to four passengers and has a decent amount of room in the “trunk”.
John C
on December 21, 2018
2012 Dodge caliber. Good on gas.
This vehicle is very reliable. I have not had to do any major repairs. Oil changes, tires, brakes, tune up are the only repairs I had to do. The only downside to this car is it is more noisy inside the car at highway speeds than most other cars I have driven.
Sherry W
on December 17, 2018
Do not be fooled it looks good but runs bad.
The Dodge caliber is not a woman's car. It feels like it should be a man's work car. It is noisy inside and drives rough. It uses a lot of gas and the brake wear out really fast. I would not recommend it for anyone wanting an economical vehicle. It thought that it would be good because of the size of the car.
Marie R
on December 13, 2018
It's been reliable. And it's pretty good on gas. It's held up pretty good
I really don't like my car. But it gets me from point A to point B
ruth b
on November 4, 2018
It is a used car and has low mileage on it. Really nice on the inside clean and comfortable.
I like the four doors because i used to own a volkswagen with 2 doors. I love the color which is black with racing stripe going down the middle. I love the smooth ride it has
Tammy M
on November 4, 2018
They don't make them anymore and repairs are pricey.
I like my car, however it sounds like a bucket of bolts, there were many recalls on it, but it is a nice little compact car.
John L
on October 29, 2018
Dependable work car that is comfortable to drive.
My dodge caliber has been a reliable car that meets my needs. I work part time for a caterer and with the seats down there is lots of room in the back. The car has 176,000 miles and I have replaced a few items, and alternator, water pump and a catalytic converter. Also the tail light turn signals burn out frequently.
Diania O
on October 26, 2018
Outside of my car it looks really small and compact.
Besides it having high mileage my car is a very good runner. Strong v6 engine, good transmission, but my favorite thing about my car is the bass and surround sound system! I just love cruising the highway with my music turned all the way up it's the best way to keep my kids calm and quiet while I am driving.
Sierra H
on October 26, 2018
Dodge caliber performance.
My dodge caliber is a really comforting, easy to navigate vehicle. I have had this car for a few years now & it still works amazingly performance wise. It is a definite buy. The only issues I have ever had was gas cap, & my car not starting due to me not driving it everyday. But those issues were very easily fixed. I recommend this car to anybody who's looking for a comforting, easy-to-drive vehicle.