2013 Dodge Dart – Live at 2012 NAIAS
Dodge reached back to muscle car roots when naming their Dart concept. Images across the web hinted to what this four door sporty sedan would look like. At this week’s North American International Auto Show, Dodge made the 2013 Dart go public.
Dart receives the honor of being Chrysler Group’s first vehicle built on top of Fiat’s architecture, named a Compact US Wide or CUS-wide.
“2013 Dodge Dart is wide, ranging from millennials, young professionals likely buying their first car, to empty-nesters, those with active lifestyles who appreciate good value but don’t want to sacrifice quality and amenities in their choice of vehicle.”
Dodge Dart buyers get to choose from three separate four-cylinder engines, along with a mix of three transmissions in this front-wheel vehicle.
A 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 160-horsepower, as well as 160-horsepower 1.4-liter turbo and 2.4-liter 184-horsepower, all come with either a six speed manual transmission or six-speed automatic.
As for this lively design, front and rear end on Dart borrows from two other Dodge sedans: Avenger in the grille, and Charger out back. 2013′s Dart also sports dual exhausts.
According to the Chrysler release, Dart “offers a special blend of style, performance and innovation” similar to the late 1960′s model.
Image: Washington Post
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