Trim Report

Dodge Caliber R/T2008

Includes:CALIBER|R/T
$3,900
Starting From
6
Active Listings
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 6 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $3,900
Max $12,199
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2008 Dodge Caliber R/T Pricing

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Where to Find Dodge Caliber R/T

Location data for all 2008 Dodge Caliber trims combined

20States

Ohio has the most inventory at 12%, with options spread across 20 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Dodge Caliber Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2008 Dodge Caliber trims

High Concern

With 0 recalls and 377 complaints, the 2008 Dodge Caliber rates as high on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

0
Recalls
377
Complaints
21
Crashes
5
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2008 Dodge Caliber's biggest weak point? SUSPENSION. It leads 377 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Suspension51
02Structure44
03Suspension,structure20
04Unknown Or Other18
05Power Train16
377 total across 1 model years (2008–2008)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Dodge Caliber Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2008 Dodge Caliber trims

22–26mpg combined
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19-24city
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24-29hwy
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$2,600-$3,050/yr

Fuel economy for the 2008 Dodge Caliber ranges from 22 to 26 MPG combined across 6 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Caliber - Manual 5-spd
26mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city29 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor
Caliber - Manual 5-spd
25mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
23 city29 hwy~$2,700/yr-1/10 Poor
Caliber - Automatic (variable gear ratios)
24mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
23 city27 hwy~$2,800/yr-1/10 Poor
Caliber - Automatic (variable gear ratios)
23mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city25 hwy~$2,950/yr-1/10 Poor
Caliber - Manual 6-spd
22mpg
2.4L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city27 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor
Caliber AWD - Automatic (variable gear ratios)
22mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
21 city24 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the R/T Worth It?

Common questions about the 2008 Dodge Caliber R/T

How does the R/T compare to other Dodge Caliber trims?

Every Dodge Caliber trim targets a different buyer. The 2008 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2008 Dodge Caliber R/T?

The R/T shares its core mechanicals with other Dodge Caliber trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for suspension issues, the most commonly reported problem area. The 2008 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Dodge Caliber R/T?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Dodge Caliber R/T year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Dodge Caliber overview compares all years side by side.

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