2016 Dodge Dart Now Offering an SRT4
While Dodge has been leading the pack on the modern day muscle cars with the Charger and Challenger, they certainly haven’t neglected the Dart. Now offering an SRT4 in their Dart engine lineup, this will up the amount of horsepower and torque produced in any Dart and will be comparative to the rest of Dodge’s turbocharged engines.
Already, Dodge dealers are excited about having the SRT4 in their lots. If you’re wondering how you’ll find the best in fuel economy, safety features and unmatchable power and top performance, the search ends with the 2016 Dodge Dart.
SRT4: Welcome to the Dodge Dart
While the engine in the 2016 Dart SRT4 is most likely to be a 2.4L turbocharged inline 4, it is guaranteed to produce a hell of a lot of power. It is estimated that it will produce more than 300 horsepower and 300 lb/ft of torque, which doesn’t seem like a lot when considering that it was Dodge that put the Hellcat engine in their Charger that now produces more than 700 horsepower, but this is a Dodge Dart we’re talking about.
_ I guess Dodge just thought it was time for more horsepower. And truthfully, so do we. _
Mated to a 9-speed transmission and offering either front-wheel or all-wheel drive systems, the latter would be more sensible considering the huge amount of torque that will come from the turbocharged engine. Performance on 0-60 is likely to occur in less than 6 seconds and at a top speed of more than 140 mph.
Dodge Engines: Offering Spirited Performances
In today’s economic climate, wanting a mid-size sedan that offers improved fuel economy, superior performance without neglecting the comfort of a full-size sedan, Dodge Dart is the obvious choice. With six trims available to choose from, there’s no question about finding one that is right for you. Offering three engine choices that match to your performance needs, each provides the experience that is the most comfortable fit for you.
A 2.0L Tigershark 4 cylinder Engine features 16 valves and Variable Valve Timing to maximize performance. Coming standard on the Dart SE, base trim, it still delivers a powerful 160 horsepower and 148 lb/ft of torque. Standard transmission is a 6-speed manual but a 6-speed automatic is also available. This powertrain features fuel economy ratings of up to 25 mpg city and 36 mpg highway.
There’s also a 1.4 Multiair Turbo engine available that comes standard on the Dart Aero. Featuring Multiair technology which helps increase low engine torque, improve efficiency and reduce C02 emissions, this 1.4L intercooled engine is not to be underestimated. Delivering 160 horsepower and an even more powerful 184 lb/ft of torque, the standard transmission is a 6-speed manual. Drivers may choose to opt for the available 6-speed dual dry clutch automatic transmission. As if this turbo engine featuring multiair technology isn’t enough to brag about, its fuel ratings will be: 28 mpg city and 41 mpg highway driving.
Finally, the last engine offers a combination of the Tigershark and Multiair engine. Coming standard on three of the trims: Dart SXT, Limited and the GT, is the 2.4L Tigershark Multiair 2 Engine . Featuring 4 cylinders and 16 valves, it can be teamed with either 6-speed manual or automatic transmission, although automatic comes standard on Limited. The Multiair technology helps maintain optimal combustion at any speed under any driving condition. Its horsepower delivery is an impressive 184 with 174 lb/ft of torque. While its power is nothing to mess with, its gas mileage is a little less, but still competitive coming in at 23 city and 35 highway mpg.
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