2007 Dodge Caliber Pros and Cons at TrueDelta: Owner Pros and Cons by leslieherrick411

Price or payments

Affordable base price for useful car with fresh exterior design.

Brand reputation & image

Appreciate the Dodge reputation for durable trucks.

Quietness

I tell folks my car growls. Lots of engine sound. My little son thought it sounds powerful and fast. Lots of road noise too. Makes it hard to enjoy stereo (not that the stereo that came with the car is great). Driver window whistles on highway.

Reliability & durability

Had to replace brakes and rotors at 33,000 miles. Since day 1, mysterious water leak makes drip sound after rain. Floors in front and back on passenger side often damp or wet and get smelly. Been told it would take extensive testing to find problem.

Warranty, maintenance cost

Should be five years.

Rear seat room & comfort

When front seats are sild back, very little leg room for passengers in back--even kids.

Driving position & visibility

Must be extremely careful re. blind spots on sides and low behind car.