Dodge cars: What's new for 2007

Goodbye Stratus, hello Avenger and Caliber

AVENGER: The Avenger is a new mid-size sedan that will replace the Stratus. Mechanical bits will likely be similar to the 2007 Chrysler Sebring. Though photos and information were not available at time of writing, the production 2007 Avenger is expected to look similar to the Avenger Concept (photo).

CALIBER: (photo) This compact four-door wagon went on sale in 2006 and replaced the Neon as Dodge's smallest, least-expensive car. The Caliber is available with 1.8, 2.0 and 2.4 liter engines. For 2007, Dodge will add a 300 horsepower turbocharged version called the Caliber SRT-4 (photo).

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• 2007 Dodge Caliber SE photo gallery

CHARGER: SXT and R/T models are now avaialble with all-wheel-drive.

MAGNUM: A new Road/Track Performance Group, available on rear-wheel-drive R/T models, includes performance-tuned suspension and steering systems, high-flow intake and exhaust that give the engine a 10 horsepower boost, and a host of comfort and convenience equipment.

STRATUS: Discontinued, to be replaced by the Avenger sedan.

VIPER: The Viper will continue to be sold as a 2006 model; a new 2008 model is on the way. Power output is up 10 hp and 10 lb-ft of torque.

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