Dodge Dart (2013)

The Dodge Dart is a compact sedan that will make its world debut at the 2012 North American International Auto Show on 9 January 2012. The Dart is based on a version of the Fiat Compact platform, like the Alfa Romeo Giulietta but enlarged in width and wheelbase and called the Compact U.S. Wide (CUSW) platform. The new Dart will have three engine options: two World Gas Engine derived units: A "Tigershark" 16-valve 2-liter engine, a "Tigershark" 16-valve 2.4-liter MultiAir four-cylinder engine, and a 16-valve 1.4-liter MultiAir Intercooled turbo engine used also in Alfa Romeo Giulietta.^[3] That engine has been retuned for American use (changing the required grade of oil to one widely available in the U.S. and Canada, for example) in the Fiat 500 Abarth^[4]

The new Dart will have three transmission options^[5] and will come with electrically boosted power steering that has a sensor and electric motor mounted to the rack itself.^[1] Interior options will include 14 different color / fabric combinations and optional ambient lighting systems; leather seats will be available. The dashboard features a seven inch color TFT display (“floating island bezel”) placed between traditional round gauges, which graphically shows trip computer and navigation system information; it is integrated to make it appear to be part of the gauge cluster itself, rather than a separate screen. Storage includes a glove box, center console with auxiliary electronics jacks, and console map pockets.^[1]

Uniquely in its class, the Dodge Dart will have Chrysler's rear cross path detection system and blind spot monitoring.^[1]

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External links

• Official 2013 Dodge Dart website
• 2013 Dart enthusiast site