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2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4: Specs, Engine, Oil, Recalls and Parts

The 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 pairs a turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder with a six-speed manual and front-wheel drive. Here are its factory figures, oil specification, recall process and parts resources.
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The 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 is a five-door, front-wheel-drive hatchback powered by a turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder and a six-speed manual transaxle. Chrysler/Dodge’s 2007 launch specifications estimate 285 bhp and 265 lb-ft, with 0W-40 Mobil 1 synthetic oil specified at a 5.0-quart capacity.

2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 specifications

Item Factory information
Body Five-door hatchback
Engine Turbocharged 2.4-liter DOHC 16-valve inline-four
Transmission Six-speed manual transaxle
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive
Estimated output 285 bhp at 5,700–6,400 rpm
Estimated torque 265 lb-ft at 2,000–5,600 rpm
Estimated EPA fuel economy 21 mpg city / 26 mpg highway

These figures come from Chrysler/Dodge’s 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 Specifications (Launch Kit), dated September 1, 2007. They are original manufacturer specifications and estimates, not modern independent dyno or fuel-economy test results.

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What engine is in a 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4?

Every factory Caliber SRT4 uses a turbocharged 2.4-liter DOHC, 16-valve inline-four. The engine drives the front wheels through a six-speed manual transaxle. The launch sheet estimates peak output at 285 bhp from 5,700 to 6,400 rpm and 265 lb-ft from 2,000 to 5,600 rpm, giving the car a broad stated torque range rather than a single narrow peak.

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How much horsepower does a Caliber SRT4 have?

The factory launch specification is 285 bhp. Treat that number as the period manufacturer estimate for a stock vehicle; it should not be confused with wheel horsepower, a current measurement, or the output of a modified car.

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What oil does a 2008 Caliber SRT4 take?

The launch specification lists SAE 0W-40 Mobil 1 synthetic engine oil and a 5.0-quart (4.7-liter) capacity. Verify the oil level after filling rather than assuming the entire listed capacity is reached without checking the dipstick.

The same document contains unusual fuel wording: it lists recommended unleaded premium gasoline at 93 octane and required premium at 87 octane. Because that language is easy to misread, use the applicable owner manual and fuel guidance for the individual car instead of reducing it to an unsupported one-grade recommendation.

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Owner manuals and service information

Mopar’s owner-manual guidance page lets you select the vehicle to locate the relevant manual. For deeper repair information, Mopar directs owners to FCA US Tech Authority, where product-specific technical manuals and service bulletins are available for purchase for model years back to 1981. Use those documents for maintenance intervals, torque specifications, wiring information and repair procedures rather than relying on a generic Caliber manual.

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How to check a 2008 Caliber SRT4 recall by VIN

  1. Find the vehicle identification number on the dashboard plate, the driver-side doorframe label or the vehicle documents.
  2. Open Mopar’s Look for Vehicle Recalls page.
  3. Enter all 17 VIN characters exactly as shown.
  4. Read the result for that specific vehicle’s open recall or campaign information, and follow the instructions for contacting a dealer if action is required.

A model-level search cannot establish whether a particular Caliber SRT4 is affected or whether prior work was completed. VIN lookup is the relevant check when buying or maintaining an individual car.

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Where can you find Caliber SRT4 parts?

The official Mopar eStore has a vehicle-specific catalog path for the 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT-4 2.4L four-cylinder, including a turbo and supercharger category: Mopar turbo and supercharger parts. The catalog page observed for this configuration marks some turbo-related components as unavailable.

  • Match the vehicle year, SRT-4 trim and 2.4L engine before ordering.
  • Confirm the exact Mopar part number and fitment for the vehicle identification number when possible.
  • Check current inventory with the seller or dealer; a catalog listing does not guarantee that a part is in stock.
  • For discontinued components, compare the original part number with reputable specialist, remanufactured or used-parts listings before substituting anything.
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What to verify when evaluating one today

  • Identity: Confirm that the car is the SRT4 configuration with the turbocharged 2.4-liter engine and six-speed manual, not another Caliber trim.
  • Documentation: Request maintenance records and the owner manual, then use the VIN to check open recalls.
  • Service parts: Confirm availability and exact fitment before planning a repair, especially for turbo-system components.
  • Operating costs: Use the manufacturer’s 21/26-mpg estimates only as period reference figures; actual consumption depends on condition, driving and modifications.

Available factory information establishes the configuration and specifications above, but it does not establish current used-car prices, production totals, reliability rates or head-to-head test results. Those questions require separate, vehicle-specific evidence.

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