Dodge Hits the Mark with the All-New 2013 Dodge Dart Compact Car
The Dodge brand is back in the compact sedan segment - in a big way – as the all-new
2013 Dodge Dart has made its world debut at the 2012 North American International
Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan on January 9th, 2012.
The latest edition to the Dodge family is built on a world class architecture and
offers three technologically advanced, fuel-efficient and powerful 4 cylinder engines:
a new 16-valve 2.0 litre, a 16 valve 1.4-litre MultiAir Intercooled Turbo, and a new 16
valve 2.4-litre MultiAir.
The all-new Dodge Dart has been engineered with great levels of refinement, craftsmanship
and engaging driving dynamics. Keep checking for updates and follow the conversation on
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Based on Wards Upper Small Sedans costing under $25,000
Interior
An intuitive, fluid layout designed to be both beautiful and ergonomic.- Ambient lighting that highlights interior craftsmanship and refinements
- Refined soft-touch surfaces
- Accent stitching on the dash and seats. Tactile grains or available hand-wrapped protein vinyl surfacing
- Class-exclusive in-seat storage.
Design
express yourself. turn your dodge dart into your own own-of-a-kind vehicle.- 14 interior combinations, 12 exterior colours, and seven wheel choices
- Many more Mopar® accessories. Express yourself with unique grilles, hoods, tailpipes, shifters, steering wheels - turn your Dodge Dart into your own one-of-a-kind Dodge Dart.
Technology
As the most technologically advanced car in its class, Dodge Dart available features include:- Class exclusive premium 7-inch Thin Film Transistor (TFT) reconfigurable cluster display
- Uconnect Touch™ 8.4, featuring AM/FM/CD/MP3 and SiriusXMTM Satellite Radio
- Keyless Enter 'n GoTM handsfree key fob with push-button start
- Class Exclusive Heated steering wheel
Safety
Over 55 class leading safety and security features- Blind Spot-Monitoring with Rear Cross-Path Detection
- Unsurpassed 10 standard airbags
- Reactive front head restraints
The All-New 2013 Dodge Dart expresses an all-new level of visual drama. Clean lines from nose to tail form its curvaceous silhouette. The unmistakable "split cross-hair" grille accentuates its low, wide stance. And the available Charger-inspired, full-width rear racetrack style LED taillamp makes an aggressive statement - something truly beautiful every driver behind you will be staring at.
Aside from the 14 interior combinations, 12 exterior colours, and seven wheel choices, the ability to add many more Mopar® accessories is what truly differentiates the Dodge Dart from other vehicles in its class. Express yourself with unique grilles, hoods, tailpipes, shifters, steering wheels, and hundreds of other available options that can easily turn your Dodge Dart into your own one-of-a-kind Dodge Dart.
The Dodge Dart's All-New, driver-centric interior boasts an intuitive, fluid layout designed to be both beautiful and ergonomic. It features ambient lighting that highlights interior craftsmanship and refinements. Like refined soft-touch surfaces. Accent stitching on the dash and seats. Tactile grains or available hand-wrapped protein vinyl surfacing, it offers interior space rivaling mid-size sedans with class-exclusive in-seat storage.
- 16-Valve 2.0L (160 hp) I-4 engine
- Variable Valve Timing
- 16-Valve 1.4L (160 hp & 184 lb-ft torque) Intercooled Turbo
- Segment-Exclusive MultiAir Engine Technology
- 16-Valve 2.4L (184 hp) I-4 Engine
- Segment-Exclusive MultiAir Engine Technology
Engine Lineup
The all-new 2013 Dodge Dart will be powered by three refined, fuel-efficient and powerful, state-of-the-art four-cylinder engines that add to Dart’s fun-to-drive quotient.“The three new engines available in the new Dodge Dart have been designed and tested to meet consumer’s needs for fuel economy, refinement, durability and power in a compact car,” said Bob Lee, Vice President – Engine and Electrified Propulsion Engineering, Chrysler Group LLC. “Technologies, including the latest generation of MultiAir and turbocharging, provide improved fuel economy, reduced emissions and increased power. to the highly refined sound character of these engines.”
MultiAir
The 2013 Dodge Dart will be the first compact sedan built in North America to feature MultiAir engine technology. MultiAir technology delivers optimum combustion at any speed under all driving conditions by allowing direct and dynamic control of air intake and combustion. The result is up to a 15 percent increase in low engine rpm torque and up to a 7.5 percent improvement in fuel efficiency.Transmissions
The new Dart also will feature three transmission choices coupled with the new engines, including a six-speed manual, new six-speed dual dry clutch transmission (DDCT) and a new six-speed automatic.Interior Refinement and Functionality
Class-exclusive 7-inch tft reconfigurable display
Precision craftsmanship and refinement and surprises of colour.
Technology The most technologically advanced car in its class
Uconnect™ Phone
Make calls and receive them, virtually handsfree. The available Uconnect™ Phone offers an advanced communication system that features: Voice activation, Bluetooth® integration, and pairing for up to seven Bluetooth-compatible phonesUconnect™ Voice Command with Bluetooth
No fumbling. No searching. No taking your eyes off the road. You have voice-command of your:- Phone
- AM/FM Radio
- SiriusXM™ Satellite Radio
- CD/DVD Player
- Digital Media Storage players like iPod® and other mobile devices
Entertainment
Mobile devices, gaming consoles, and other compatible multimedia players integrate via:- Auxiliary Jacks
- Bluetooth® Streaming Audio
- Remote USB port
Experience the available 8.4-inch, largest touch screen in the compact car class.
The 2013 Dodge Dart is tuned to deliver with available technology:
- Uconnect Touch™ 8.4, featuring AM/FM/CD/MP3 and SiriusXM Satellite Radio one year subscription with replay mode available
- Garmin® Navigation
- Bring your own tunes via remote SD card slot or remote USB Port with iPod® mobile device control.
So many features we even added steering wheel mounted controls so you can keep your eyes on the road, and your hands right where they belong.
Safety & Security Over 55 Safety and Security features
Unsurpassed safety with 10 airbags, All-speed traction control, ABS. available features include ParkView® rear back-up camera, Park-Sense® rear park assist, and class-exclusive Blind-spot monitoring with Rear Cross Path detection.
Reactive Head Restraint System
These head restraints move forward and upward during a rear-end collision to decrease the space between the headrest and head, helping reduce the risk of head and spinal injuries.
Sound Body Structure
Using 68-percent high-strength steel, highest in the industry, delivers a stiffer overall structure and a safety cage that provides outstanding protection.
Ten Standard Airbags
Provides unsurpassed driver and passenger protection.
Electronic Stability Control
This robust system steps in when it detects that you're veering off your intended path, engaging brake assist and all-speed traction control to help you maintain directional control.
Ready-Alert Braking:
The system anticipates situations when the driver may initiate an emergency brake stop and pre-charges the brake system to decrease the time required for full brake application.
Brake Assist
In the event of an emergency braking situation, it will detect how fast you're applying the brakes, and will respond by boosting power as needed.
Available Blind-spot monitoring / Rear cross-path Detection
Blind-spot monitoring constantly monitors blind spots and alerts you of any encroaching vehicle. RCP: When vehicle is in reverse, monitors for vehicles moving toward the sides of the vehicle.
