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Dodge will debut a comprehensive new 'Model Year
2010' upgrade to its Caliber five-door C-segment
hatchback, its best-selling model outside of the
U.S., at the Frankfurt IAA this month that
features an all-new refined interior and new
2.2-litre common-rail diesel engine.
This all-new
Euro V capable engine is paired to a six-speed manual
transmission and produces 120 kW (163 hp DIN) and 320 Nm
(236 lb.-ft.), delivering 16 percent more power, 3 percent
more torque and 25 percent more towing capability (1500 kg)
compared with the previous diesel engine. Forged steel
connecting rods, aluminium head and pistons, and
fourth-generation direct-injection system provide
durability, weight reduction and performance. Passenger
refinement also improves as dual balance shafts and
sound-deadening materials reduce the diesel engine’s
vibration and harshness by 25 percent compared with the
previous Dodge Caliber CRD.
Two World Engine
offerings (2.0- and 2.4-litre) deliver power and refinement
thanks to dual Variable-valve Timing (VVT) and an intake
manifold design with flow control valves. Combined, these
features produce more power, better fuel economy and a
smoother, quieter operation than engines without them. The
2.0-liter World Engine replaces the 1.8-liter engine,
delivering 4 percent more power (115 kW /156 hp DIN) and 13
percent more torque (190 Nm / 140 lb/ft.). For even greater
performance, the 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine delivers 125
kW (170 hp DIN) and 220 Nm (162 lb/ft.) of torque.
The new Dodge
Caliber debuts at the 2009 International Motor Show (IAA) in
Frankfurt, featuring an all-new refined interior with a more
harmonious design aesthetic executed with premium materials
and craftsmanship. An all-new designed instrument panel
features a more integrated look and includes additional
cubby space, centre storage bin and larger climate controls.
Bright satin silver accents add contrast to Dodge Caliber’s
interior design, while chromed accents brighten heating,
ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) vents, shift bezel,
door handles and cluster rings. New door-trim panels and
center console with armrest split-lid feature padded
soft-touch materials for improved passenger comfort.
In addition, the
Dodge Caliber offers an array of unique interior features in
its segment, including Chill Zone™ cooled-beverage storage
bin, Uconnect™ Navigation with voice commands, iPod®
Control, rechargeable LED flashlight and an available
MusicGate Power™ Sound Group, which includes two
articulating speakers packaged in the liftgate that swing
down for tailgating and other activities.
“The Dodge
Caliber is not your typical C-segment car. When we launched
the Dodge Caliber only a few years ago, its bold style made
a clear statement on the European roads, allowing owners to
be active, stand out and do more,” commented Mike Accavitti,
President and Chief Executive Officer - Dodge Brand,
Chrysler Group LLC. “Now paired with an all-new turbo-diesel
engine that offers better fuel consumption and performance
and an improved interior full of value and customer-friendly
features, the Dodge Caliber continues to offer our European
clients unique Dodge attitude combined with one of the best
value proposition in the segment.” The Dodge Caliber was the
top-selling Chrysler Group LLC vehicle outside North America
in 2008.
The Dodge
Caliber aims to deliver high value, bold styling, comfort
and the storage flexibility needed for active lifestyles;
The all-new interior design of the cars hopes to offers
versatility, comfort and convenience; There is a new
organically-shaped instrument panel, door-trim panels and
centre console features chromed accents on HVAC vents, shift
bezel, instrument panel, door spears and cluster rings;
Soft-touch padded door armrest and center console with split
lid provide added storage space; New automatic climate
control system; MusicGate Power™ Sound System includes a
nine-speaker Boston Acoustics premium sound system with rear
articulating speakers; Chill Zone storage bin provides
ability to chill beverages on a long trip; LED illumination
includes cup holder rings and removable and rechargeable LED
cargo light; Versatile seating provides quick and convenient
cargo space with fold-flat, front-passenger seat and 60/40
split, fold-flat rear seats; Reclining seatbacks provide
additional rear seat comfort.
All-new
2.2-liter Common-rail Diesel (CRD) engine offers greater
refinement, more power and capability: New 2.2-liter CRD
engine features 16 percent more power (120 kW / 163 hp DIN)
and 5 percent improvement in fuel consumption (5.8 L/100 km
compared to 6.1 L/100 km); Improvement in CO2 emissions by 3
percent (154 g/km compared to 159 g/km); Towing increased by
25 percent allows for trailer mass as great as 1500kg
(braked); Torque improvement by 3 percent (320 N•m / 236
lb.-ft.) compared to the previous generation Dodge Caliber
diesel; Dual balance shafts, optimized diesel calibration
and sound-deadening materials reduce diesel vibration and
improve refinement by 25 percent; Forged steel connecting
rods, aluminium head and pistons provide durability and
reduction in weight; Euro 5 emission compliance through
advanced diesel technology (Cooled Exhaust-gas Recirculation
(EGR) with switchable bypass/Fourth-generation direct
injection with common-rail pressurized at 1800 bar/Intake
module with integrated swirl control valves/Water pump and
piston cooling are switchable for improved thermal
management/Diesel-particulate Filter (DPF).
Innovative
technology includes Uconnect™ Navigation, Uconnect
Multimedia, Uconnect Phone, iPod® Control, MusicGate Power™
with nine Boston Acoustics speakers includes subwoofer and
two articulating speakers and Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC).
Dodge hopes that
the Caliber will appeal to buyers looking for a C-segment
hatchback that stands out from the crowd and gives them the
flexibility to do more in terms of seating friends in the
car as well as storing gear, it is a five-door vehicle that
combines a sporty coupe-like profile with the strength,
stance and functionality of an SUV, its unconventional
two-box design provides space-efficient packaging with great
proportions, while offering high value, and its high H-point
gives drivers a command-of-the-road seating position.
Safety and security features include:
Seat-mounted (thorax) side air bags; First- and second-row
side-curtain air bags; Anti-lock Brake System (ABS);
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with Brake Assist and
all-speed traction control; Driver and front-passenger
active head restraints; Uconnect Phone; Uconnect Navigation
with voice commands; and Tire-pressure Monitoring (TPM).
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