Pros: Solid feel of body structure; a plethora of available features, some rare for the compact-car class; broad range of personalizing dress-up items; decent fuel economy
Cons: Interior isn’t quite as spacious as some compact-class competitors; middling acceleration from base engine; available automated-manual transmission feels clunky
CG Says: Other than new appearance packages, there are no significant changes for the 2016 Dodge Dart. The Dart’s platform is based on one that underpins the Italian-built Alfa-Romeo Giulietta sold in Europe (Alfa is another division of Fiat). Dart is a solid-feeling compact car that is among the more stylish vehicles in its segment. The uplevel Limited model has some options that you don’t often find in this class, such as rear cross-traffic alert and a heated steering wheel. Further, these extras don’t add a tremendous amount to the bottom line. These high-end items and the numerous “personalization” options are the Dart’s greatest strengths, as its passenger/cargo room and driving dynamics are nothing special compared to its rivals.
| Class | Compact Car |
| Body Style(s) | 4-door sedan |
| Passenger Count | 5 |
| Drive Wheels | front-wheel drive |
| Manufacturer | Dodge |
| Nation of Manufacture | USA |
| Base Prices | SE: $16,995 SXT: $19,395 Aero: $21,095 GT: $22,095 Limited: $24,395 |
| Base Engine 2.0-liter 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower 160 |
| Std. Transmission 6-speed manual |
| Avail. Transmission 6-speed automatic |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 24-25 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 34-36 |
| Optional Engine turbocharged 1.4-liter 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower 160 |
| Std. Transmission 6-speed manual |
| Avail. Transmission 6-speed automated manual |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 27-28 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 37-41 |
| Optional Engine 2.4-liter 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower 184 |
| Std. Transmission 6-speed manual |
| Avail. Transmission 6-speed automatic |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 22-23 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 31-35 |
