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Dodge Dart PF 2.0 (160 Hp)
Overall Rating
Dodge Dart:
The Dodge Dart is a line of passenger cars produced by Dodge from the 1959 to 1976 model years in North America, with production extended to later years in various other markets.
The production Dodge Dart was introduced as a lower-priced full-size model in 1960 and 1961, but became a mid-size car for one model year for 1962, and was then reduced to a compact for two generations, from 1963 to 1976.
Chrysler had first used 'Dart' name plates on two Italian styled show cars, in 1956 and 1957, before it became a Dodge model name. The Dart nameplate was resurrected for a Fiat-derived compact car that was introduced in 2012....(Read more on Wikipedia)
PF Overview:
Dodge Dart (PF). With 200 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1445 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Dodge Dart (PF) was primarily sold in North America and was not tested by Euro NCAP. In the US, it received a 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA and 'Good' ratings in most IIHS tests, though 'Marginal' in the small overlap front test.
2.0 (160 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The naturally aspirated 2.0L 'Tigershark' engine provides adequate power for daily commuting but can feel underpowered when fully loaded or during aggressive highway maneuvers. Acceleration is modest.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel consumption of 8.1 l/100 km, its economy is acceptable for a base engine in its class, though not class-leading. Manual transmission helps maximize efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stylish and distinctive exterior design
- • Comfortable ride quality for its class
- • Spacious and well-appointed interior (especially higher trims)
- • Available Uconnect infotainment system was user-friendly
- • Variety of engine options to suit different needs
Cons:
- • Base 2.0L engine can feel underpowered
- • Mixed reliability reports, particularly for 1.4L MultiAir and DDCT
- • Some interior materials felt cheap on lower trims
- • Limited rear visibility due to design
- • Automatic transmissions could be slow to respond
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV Swinger Hardtop (facelift 1970): 1970 - 1973).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dodge |
| Model: | Dart |
| Generation: | PF |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 (160 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2012 |
| End of production: | 2016 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 160 Hp @ 6400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 80.2 Hp/l [306mm less] |
| Torque: | 200 Nm @ 4600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | ECK More details about the engine ECK |
| Engine displacement: | 1995 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.7 l |
| Coolant: | 6.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 88 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 82 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.2:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 6750 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.1 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9 kg/Hp, 110.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.2 kg/Nm, 138.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1445 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 371 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4672 mm mm [306mm less] |
| Width: | 1830 mm mm [60mm more] |
| Height: | 1465 mm mm [119mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2703 mm mm [116mm less] |
| Front track: | 1568 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1565 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 112 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.12 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 225/45 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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