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2007-2012 Dodge Caliber MPG & Fuel Cost
6 model years · 22–27 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 6 of 10 wagon configurations, MY2012. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2007-2012 Dodge Caliber at a glance
The 2007-2012 Dodge Caliber covers 6 model years in the EPA database (27 configurations in all), rated 22–27 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2012, costs about $2,450 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Caliber 2.0L 4-cyl FWD (27 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012. The best combined rating in the generation, 27 MPG, was reached in 2009, 2011 and 2012.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2007-2012 Dodge Caliber by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Gas | 24–27 MPG | $2,450–$2,750 | Ratings changed |
| 2011 | Gas | 24–27 MPG | $2,450–$2,750 | Ratings changed |
| 2010 | Gas | 23–26 MPG | $2,510–$2,840 | Ratings changed |
| 2009 | Gas | 22–27 MPG | $2,420–$3,650 | Ratings changed |
| 2008 | Gas | 22–26 MPG | $2,510–$2,970 | Ratings changed |
| 2007 | Gas | 22–26 MPG | $2,510–$2,970 | First year |
What the 2012 Caliber 2.0L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$204
$2,450 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.08
Per 100 miles
$16.33
Five years
$12,250
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the wagon median
$260less a year
Class median $2,710 a year, MY2012
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2012 Dodge Caliber MPG
Versus 2011: The most efficient configuration stays at 27 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,450.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caliber 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 31 | 27 | $2,450 |
| Caliber 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 27 | 24 | $2,680 |
| Caliber 2.4L 4-cyl | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 27 | 24 | $2,750 |
2011 Dodge Caliber MPG
24–27 MPG · $2,450–$2,750/yr
Versus 2010: The most efficient configuration moves from 26 to 27 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,510 to $2,450, $60 less.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caliber 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 31 | 27 | $2,450 |
| Caliber 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 28 | 25 | $2,620 |
| Caliber 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 27 | 24 | $2,680 |
| Caliber 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 27 | 24 | $2,750 |
2010 Dodge Caliber MPG
23–26 MPG · $2,510–$2,840/yr
Versus 2009: The most efficient configuration moves from 27 to 26 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,420 to $2,510, $90 more.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caliber 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 31 | 26 | $2,510 |
| Caliber 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 27 | 25 | $2,610 |
| Caliber 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 29 | 25 | $2,610 |
| Caliber 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 25 | 23 | $2,840 |
2009 Dodge Caliber MPG
22–27 MPG · $2,420–$3,650/yr
Versus 2008: The most efficient configuration moves from 26 to 27 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,510 to $2,420, $90 less.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caliber 1.8L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 30 | 27 | $2,420 |
| Caliber 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 29 | 25 | $2,610 |
| Caliber 2.0L 4-cyl | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 27 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Caliber 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 25 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Caliber 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,650 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2008 Dodge Caliber MPG
22–26 MPG · $2,510–$2,970/yr
Versus 2007: The most efficient configuration stays at 26 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,510.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caliber 1.8L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 29 | 26 | $2,510 |
| Caliber 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 29 | 25 | $2,610 |
| Caliber 2.0L 4-cyl | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 27 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Caliber 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 25 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Caliber 2.4L 4-cyl 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 4WD | 21 | 24 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Caliber 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $2,970 |
2007 Dodge Caliber MPG
22–26 MPG · $2,510–$2,970/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caliber 1.8L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 29 | 26 | $2,510 |
| Caliber 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 28 | 25 | $2,610 |
| Caliber 2.0L 4-cyl | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 27 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Caliber 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 25 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Caliber 2.4L 4-cyl 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 4WD | 20 | 24 | 22 | $2,970 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Caliber 2.0L 4-cyl FWD: $3,330 in California and $2,140 in Texas, a $1,190 difference.
- California $3,330
- Washington $3,090
- New York $2,450
- Florida $2,310
- Texas $2,140
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2012 wagon models.
Generations
- 2007-2012 (2007)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2007-2012 Dodge Caliber get?
EPA rates the 2007-2012 Dodge Caliber at 22–27 MPG combined across 27 configurations and 6 model years. The most efficient version, the 2012 Caliber 2.0L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 27 MPG (24 city, 31 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2007-2012 Dodge Caliber?
The Caliber 2.0L 4-cyl FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 27 MPG, in 2009, 2011 and 2012. The lowest top rating, 26 MPG, was in 2007, 2008 and 2010.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2007-2012 Dodge Caliber?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2012 Dodge Caliber per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Caliber 2.0L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,450 a year. Across all 3 configurations the cost runs $2,450–$2,750 a year. That is a $300 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2012 Dodge Caliber 100 miles?
About $16.33 per 100 miles for the Caliber 2.0L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $16.33 and $18.33 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2012 Dodge Caliber more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Caliber 2.0L 4-cyl FWD is rated 24 city and 31 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 7 MPG.
How does the 2012 Dodge Caliber compare with other wagon configurations?
The Caliber 2.0L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,450 a year to fuel, $260 less than the class median of $2,710, and less than 6 of 10 wagon configurations. The comparison covers all 41 rated wagon configurations for MY2012, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2012 Dodge Caliber different from the 2011 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 27 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,450. EPA lists 3 configurations for 2012 against 4 configurations for 2011. See the 2011 Dodge Caliber for that year.