Used 2013 Dodge Dart for sale 

The Dodge Dart offers four trims of this compact sedan namely SE or Aero, SXT or Rallye, GT or R/T, and the limited. All of these variants can seat 5 people. The SE is the base variant on which all the other trims start to opt-out for their identity. Some standard features include 16-inch steel wheels, power windows, power locks, and a height-adjustable driver seat.

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We recommend you to test drive both the base 2.0 Litre (SE) and turbocharged 1.4 Litre (GT) engines as both of them have their boon and bane. If you are looking for efficiency with less gutsy performance then a 2.0-liter engine suits you. If power is all you need, we recommend buying the GT version but you may experience the turbo lag.

The Dodge Dart comes in two different engine options, all variants except the high-end GT version are powered by the 2.0 Litre Inline 4 engine that churns out 160 horsepower and 148 lb.-ft of torque that is par less for the weight it owns. While the turbocharged 1.4-liter engine puts out 160 horsepower and 184 lb.-ft of torque and is quite pleasing to drive. But all the variants can be maxed out to the turbocharged engine. 

By default, both the engines are coupled with a 6-speed manual transmission and have an optional 6-speed automatic transmission too. In terms of performance, the dart with the Inline 4 engine can reach 60 mph in 9.9 seconds which is sub-standard, whereas the turbocharged engine achieves the same feat in 8.3 seconds. In the top speed test, the Dart records 130 MPH.

In comparison, both the Honda Civic and Hyundai Elantra are equipped with a 1.8 Litre L4 engine. All cars in the segment are mated as Front-wheel-drive variants only. The Civic takes 9.6 seconds to hit 60 mph and 16.8 seconds for the quarter-mile, while the Elantra clocks 9.5 seconds and 17 seconds respectively in the acceleration test and quarter-mile run.

The Dart variants with L4 engine turn out to be the most fuel-efficient sedan and it’s one of the best in this segment. The Dart SE variant gives a mileage of 28 mi in the city and 41 mi on the highway, averaging 32 mi. It features a fuel tank of 15.8 gallons capacity which is the largest in this segment. With full tank capacity, the dart can run for 442.4 mi in the city and 647.8 mi on the highway.

When compared, the Honda Civic and Hyundai Elantra are pretty similar to the Dart, managing 31 and 32 MPG, respectively. The Civic and Elantra both have smaller fuel tanks than Dart with 13.2 and 12.8 gallons respectively. Due to its large fuel tank, Dart has more range than its competitors in this segment.

The 2013 Dodge Dart has an inviting cabin that gets better with every trim. The dashboard, seats, and instrument cluster, all match together in delivering one of the nicest seating experiences in a compact sedan. Consumers can avail large 8.4 touchscreen that makes it more appealing. When it comes to the comfort and interior space, Dart is in another league but its competitive pricing makes it a compact sedan but offers a larger room. 

The seats offer upgraded cloth upholstery leather seats that are quite rare in this segment. This sedan can seat 5 people comfortably. It features a leather-wrapped steering wheel, height-adjustable driver seat, and generous legroom for drivers which delivers a calm and settled driving experience. It has a 13.1 cu.-ft of cargo space which is average when compared to its rivals.

In comparison, the Honda Civic and Hyundai Elantra, both offer a room for 5 people. The Hyundai Elantra is the largest voluminous car in this segment with 14.4 cu.-ft of cargo space. The Civic sits next to the Dart with 12.5 cu.-ft of cargo space. Some salient interior features include:

• Cruise Control
• Upgraded cloth upholstery seat trim
• Rain sensing wipers
• Heated and auto-dimming rearview mirror
• Driver and passenger lumbar support (optional)

2013 Dodge Dart’s infotainment system

The infotainment system in the Dart is elegant and easy to use. It is equipped with Dodge's Uconnect Touch infotainment system with an 8.4-inch screen.

A standard 4-speaker stereo system is pre-installed but can be configured to a six or nine-speaker system. Some other salient features include:

• Bluetooth Connectivity
• Satellite Radio
• CD Player
• AM/FM Stereo
• iPod Connectivity

The Dodge Dart styling depicts the intention of a sporty compact sedan. It is very distinctive from its competitors in the compact sedan market. The sloppy bonnet that houses the chiseled headlamps in the corners looks more like a performance car in the first stance. At the rear end, it sports a full-width tail light cluster and 3-inch oval-shaped exhaust tips in the rear apron.

The Dodge Dart has a total curb weight of 3,186lbs. It is 183.9 inches long and sports the best wheelbase of 106.4 inches. It is 61.7 inches wide which is pretty compact in this segment. While its ground clearance is not known, the Dodge Dart stands at a total height of57.7 inches making it the tallboy amongst its rivals.

In the competition, the Hyundai Elantra is the lightest car in the segment packing 2,701 lbs of curb weight, while the Honda Civic weighs 2,740 lbs. The Civic is 179.4 inches longer and Elantra measures 178.3 in length. Both competitors of the Dart are shorter in height. Some standout exterior features of the Dodge Dart include:

• 17-inch alloy wheels
• Active grille shutters
• A rearview camera

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has crash-tested the Dodge Dart, it earned a five-star rating overall, with five stars for total frontal-impact protection and five stars for total side-impact protection. All the variants of Dodge Dart come equipped with some standard features like traction control, anti-lock disc brakes, front side airbags, and side curtain airbags. Some other safety specifications include:

• Blind-spot monitoring
• Cross-traffic alert
• Cross-path collision detection
• Anti-theft Alarm System
• Electronic safety systems

The 2013 Dodge Dart is fresh and has all the elements to look good, right from its styling to the spacious and opulent cabin. It made a solid entrance but its powertrain shortcomings keep its competitors ahead of it. If you are looking for a daily use option with stylish looks, fuel efficiency, and limited performance, Dart can fulfill your wants at a reasonable price. If not, there are many competitors to go with your needs.