Chrysler has finally revealed the price stick for the new
Dodge Caliber SRT4 sporty hatchback. Equipped with a powerful 2.4-liter turbocharged engine, an electronically tuned Brake Lock Differential and Getrag DMT-6 six- speed transmission, the SRT4 will start at $22,995 (including $560 destination), which is $195 more than the new
Mazdaspeed3 wagon costs (depends on a market, though). Does it look like a bargain to you?
Posted by: nektotigra on 22/08/07 The
2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 will probably have a hard time competing against such established players as the aforementioned
Mazdaspeed3,
Volkswagen Golf R32,
Mitsubishi Lancer EVO X and
Subaru WRX STi.
So, to make its
life product cycle easier,
Chrysler's engineers have equipped the crossover-like hatchback with a 285 hp, 265 lb-ft turbo-charged engine, 19" painted wheels,
SRT sport seats, a racing-style instrument cluster, and an optional Reconfigurable Display (RCD), with exclusive "performance pages" that provide lateral and longitudinal G-force, 1/8-mile and 1/4-mile acceleration time and speed, 0-60 mph time and braking distance. Standard equipment like the Chill Zone cooler, illuminated cup holders, 12-volt power outlet and sliding armrest with cell phone holder round the picture.
In its press release company is reporting that the new
Dodge Caliber SRT4 will be available with such popular options as
Kicker/SRT Livin' Loud audio system ($1,190), sun roof ($795) and 19 x 7.5-inch polished aluminum SRT wheels ($400).
Well, Scooby STi still looks like a better choice for me.
See also: Dodge Demon Concept to surface in Geneva
