The 2-liter Tigershark I4 is the standard engine on all but the R/T model and puts out the same 160-horsepower as the turbo, but far less torque at 148 pound feet.īut, it was the 1.4 Turbo we took to our track. The exhaust is also muted although it still burps and pops like a classic Italian mill. We’ve tried both the 1.4 and the 2-liter, and the 1.4 turbo is easily the more entertaining choice, even though it’s not as peppy here as in the much lighter Abarth. Under the Dart’s sharply creased hood, lies one of three engine choices ranging from the 1.4-liter turbo from the Fiat 500 Abarth to 2 and 2.4-liter normally aspirated I4’s. The rear end is dominated by the Charger-inspired “racetrack” ring of LED’s, which unfortunately don’t come with all models, nor does dual exhaust. And, as is all the rage these days, active grille shutters are present, as is a full underbody aero treatment. There is still the trademark Dodge crosshair grille, but it’s small and flat, with the front end more dominated by the large lower air opening. Sheet metal is taut and it indeed looks very European. With its wide front end, and upsweeping side lines the Dart has a very athletic appearance, like a sprinter at the starting block. Styling is certainly fresh, as the Dart joins the Hyundai Elantra as one of the most dynamic looking sedans in its segment. Well, the 2013 Dodge Dart is a compact sedan and our first impression is that it’s way more than just viable. But, one thing that’s been missing from their line-up for nearly a decade is a viable compact sedan. With the help of Fiat, Chrysler Group has been on a roll since emerging from bankruptcy. So, let’s see if the Dart is another bulls-eye for Chrysler. ![]() But, for those of you that don’t have fond memories of the original, the new Dart looks to be packing lots of high style and high tech features. Well, the name is Dodge Dart, and it’s on Chrysler’s new Alfa Romeo-based compact. We always get a little nervous when we hear a classic car name making a return, especially when it’s attached to a small car.
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