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Street and Racing Technology (SRT) high performance division adjustment Chrysler is adding a new item in its product line by launching the 2008 all new Dodge Caliber SRT4 equipped with a powertrain unit that is capable of pumping 285 horsepower. This model is the most powerful entry in the segment, agreement with Chrysler LLC.

Kipp Owen, Director of Chrysler SRT Engineering, said:
"The new 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 achieves the SRT mission deliver the performance benchmark for the best price. With 285 horsepower under the hood, the Dodge Caliber SRT4 is a world-class entry in the market for sport-boxes. "

Under the hood of the all new 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 comes a 2.4-liter DOHC I-4 Turbo World Engine that pumps 285 horsepower and 265 lb. ft. of torque. This engine comes high temperature valves Inconel exhaust VVT, and high-flow pump feeding injectors. Also, the engine is coupled with an electronically tuned Lock Brake and Getrag DMT-6 six-speed to complete the powertrain components.

"The all-new 2.4-liter turbocharged World Engine provides an level of power you expect from a V-8. With the engine in the new 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4, we were able to take advantage of tried and true performance improvements, as the cylinder higher flow of the head and the higher compression ratio, as well as emerging technologies like variable valve timing (VVT). " said Pete Gladysz, Senior Manager - SRT Powertrain.

All-new 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 also features a front suspension lowered by 28 mm and configuration independent MacPherson strut with ZF Sachs twin-tube shock absorber tuning, along with 210 lbs. / inch springs. Other technical features that are in the 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 are unique rear 18mm sway bar reduces understeer and, Electronic Stability Program (ESP), title = "Dodge spark plug wire"> Dodge spark plug wire, rack and pinion steering adjusted TER, 340 x 28 mm front ventilated discs 57 mm aluminum calipers with dual-piston front, 302 x 10mm rear rotors with 35mm piston calipers, and Anti-lock Braking System (ABS).

Like all Adjusted other SRT models, the 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 also features aggressive and sporty characteristics. Some exterior design details include ducts functional brake cooling, larger grille opening, hood vented only functional, large integrated spoiler above the rear windshield, grille Dodge Cross, fog lamps placed in the fascia, side moldings below the threshold of a single 4-inch exhaust tip, the Center High-mounted Stop Light (CHMSL), and the only SRT-19-cast-aluminum wheels wrapped with 225/45 R 19 W-rated Goodyear four-season tires. Customers can also choose the optional 19-inch polished cast aluminum wheels covered with 225/45 R 19 W-Rated Goodyear Supercar F1 three-season tires.

Moreover, Chrysler offers four exterior colors for all new 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 including Brilliant Black, Sunburst Orange, Bright Silver and Inferno Red.

Trevor Creed, Senior Vice President for design, commented: "From the first sketches of the new 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4, we wanted an aggressive, SRT-signature look. For example, since the exchanger is located so high behind of the front grille, we moved the fascia slightly forward and extended the walls of the grid. The result is a much more aggressive than the standard Dodge Caliber. The exterior design that performs as good as it looks is a requirement for all SRT vehicles. The hood design includes the functionality of bringing fresh air and get hot air. "

Inside, the 2008 all new Dodge Caliber SRT4 is equipped with a wide range of interior features inspired by the Dodge division of motorsport. These included Unique SRT touches as aggressive sport seats and strengthen the performance fabric inserts, leather wrapped steering wheel, unique, "Alloy silver "finish on the instrument panel and shift bezel, polished aluminum pedals, leather boot with a carbon fiber pattern, finished leather gearshift knob and the top with a shiny chrome finish, AM / FM standard with a multi-CD disc changer control and an available SRT engineered Kicker high-performance audio system with 13 speakers and 322-watt amplifier and 200 watt subwoofer. Only Dark Slate Gray interior is available for the new 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4.

Creed added: "The Dodge Caliber interior is unique with sophisticated and contemporary appointments. The higher SRT signals, we followed the design themes that have been successful with the previous Dodge SRT4, including the graphic design of the instruments, separate boost gauge, and silver finish on the center console and interior finishes. In general, our strategy was to infuse the interior with performance-oriented exterior enhancements to complement the Dodge Caliber SRT4 aggressive is ".

Finally, the new 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 offers a lot of active and passive safety systems to offer its passengers the best protection in the mechanical problems. Safety and operating Safety features include advanced traction control all-speed, auto-reverse sun roof, BeltAlert, Crumple Zones energy absorbing steering column, Improved response system Accidents (EARS), adjustable seat height, seat, HomeLink Universal Home Security System Transceiver, Inflatable Knee Blocker, reinforces the knee, multiple airbags, lower anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH), remote keyless entry, pretensioners, seat belts, engine immobilizer sentry key supplemental side-curtain airbags, and tire pressure monitoring (TPM) system.

Chrysler LLC did not announce the manufacturer selling price Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) in its official press release.

About the Author:

Evander Klum is a Business Administration graduate who hails from Alabama. He enjoys extreme sports and he is also a car racing fanatic. At present, he works as a marketing manager at an advertising agency in Cleveland.

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