2016 Dodge Dart review
Dodge Dart highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Spirited ride handling
- User-friendly touchscreen option
- Spacious dimensions for a small sedan
Cons
- Base engine is underwhelming
- Automatic transmission shifts lack finesse
- Trunk line inhibits rear visibility
Mileage (EPA estimate)
22 city, 33 highway, 27 combined
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What is new for the 2016 Dodge Dart?
- The Dart is available in a variety of new trims, including the GT Sport, GT Sport Blacktop, SXT Sport, SXT Sport Blacktop, SXT Sport Rallye, and Turbo.
- Dart trims have been upgraded with CD Audio as standard equipment this year.
- Flex Fuel Vehicle features are now available as options on select trims.
5 reasons to buy the 2016 Dodge Dart
1. Multiple sporty trims
If you're shopping for a modern muscle-car-style sedan and want ample options, the 2016 Dodge Dart is a solid ride with a low stance and rounded hood to consider. You have six trims with race car-inspired features to browse including the GT Sport, GT Sport Blacktop, SXT Sport, SXT Sport Blacktop, SXT Sport Rallye, and Turbo. Looking for 17-inch black aluminum wheels or dual exhaust tips? The Rallye trim delivers!
2. Loaded audio technology
Love to play your music loud while cruising along? Music lovers will appreciate the 2016 Dodge Dart's standard four-speaker sound system with a CD player and an auxiliary audio jack. Look out for the optional Convenience Package as it adds Bluetooth® connectivity, which enables music streaming from your phone. Choose an SXT trim level, and you get the Sun/Sound package, which includes a robust nine-speaker Alpine sound system upgrade to amplify your favorite tunes.
3. Three engine options
As you shop the 2016 Dodge Dart line-up, you have a few choices under the hood. The standard base model sports an energetic 160-hp 2.0L four-cylinder engine and six-speed manual transmission, with the option to upgrade to a six-speed automatic. Higher trim levels offer the choice of a 184-hp 2.4L engine or a 160-hp 1.4L turbo that's great if you really crave some get-up and go. Love the roar of an engine? Want to show off at the local car show? Choose the Turbo trim and you will smile every press of the gas pedal.
4. Luxury cabin features
The 2016 Dodge Dart features all the bells and whistles a daily driver should. Whether you're logging miles for business travel, or taking the kids to school each morning, you'll appreciate the standard power windows, folding rear seats, and height-adjustable front seats. The SXT trims add on a rear seat armrest with a cupholder and the option to sign up for the Uconnect® Touchscreen package which includes satellite radio and a rearview camera. Live in a cold climate? Keep an eye out for models with the available Cold Weather Package for remote start, heated front seats, and heated mirrors to make winter days easier.
5. Driver assistance features
If you have a new teen driver in the home or simply enjoy having a little guidance, the 2016 Dodge Dart comes equipped with features to help you drive smart. The standard Electronic Stability Control reduces braking time and creates optimal steering control. Additional features are also available including a parking assistance option, blind spot monitoring, a rear backup camera, and rain-sensing windshield wipers that turn on automatically during inclement weather.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.5 out of 5
13 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 8 |
|---|---|
| 4 Stars | 3 |
| 3 Stars | 2 |
| 2 Stars | 0 |
| 1 Star | 0 |
RepairPal gave the Dodge Dart an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Dodge Dart 28th out of 46 among Compact Cars.
RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Dodge Dart is $518, compared to an average of $453 for Compact Cars and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
According to RepairPal, Dodge Dart owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 0.8 times per year, compared to an average of 1.1 times for Compact Cars and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 12% for the Dodge Dart, compared to an average of 12% for Compact Cars and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
Dodge Dart features and specs
SXT Sport Rallye 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Alpine Sound System
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Flex Fuel Vehicle
- Front Seat Heaters
- Navigation System
- Parking Sensors
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Sunroof(s)
Drive Wheels
2WD
Engine size
2.0L
Horsepower
160
Torque (ft-lbs)
148
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
14.2
Wheelbase
106.4"
Overall length
183.9"
Width
72"
Height
57.7"
Leg room
F 42.2"/R 35.2"
Head room
F 38.6"/R 37"
Front tires
P225/45HR17
Rear tires
P225/45HR17
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2016 Dodge Dart FAQ
The 2016 Dodge Dart is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- SXT Sport Rallye: 25 MPG City and 36 MPG Highway
- SXT Sport Blacktop: 25 MPG City and 36 MPG Highway
- SXT Sport: 25 MPG City and 36 MPG Highway
- SE: 25 MPG City and 36 MPG Highway
- SXT: 22 MPG City and 35 MPG Highway
- GT: 23 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
- GT Sport: 23 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
- Turbo: 25 MPG City and 41 MPG Highway
- Aero: 28 MPG City and 41 MPG Highway
- Limited: 23 MPG City and 35 MPG Highway
- GT Sport Blacktop: 23 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
The Dodge Dart received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Dodge Dart as 27 out of 46 among Compact Car
The 2016 Dodge Dart has received an average 4.5 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2016 Dodge Dart, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2016 Dodge Dart Reviews.
The 2016 Dodge Dart has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2016 Dodge Dart:
- GT Sport
- GT Sport Blacktop
- SXT Sport
- SXT Sport Blacktop
- SXT Sport Rallye
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