The 2016 Dodge Dart presents a below-average reliability profile.
Calculated from 10,000+ NHTSA, EPA & owner-complaint data pointsHow we score
2016 modelSpecifications by model year
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | sedan | 4 | 2.4 | Regular | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2015 | sedan | 4 | 2.0 | Gasoline or E85 | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2014 | sedan | 4 | 2.4 | Regular | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 160-184 hp | 148-171 lb-ft | Inline-4 |
| 2013 | sedan | 4 | 2.4 | Regular | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
| Year | msrp | currency | Base MSRP | MSRP range | Confidence | notes | Source | estimatedAt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $16,495, MSRP range: $16,495 - $22,995, Confidence: 0.9, notes: Original base MSRP for the SE trim to the Limited trim., Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 5/11/2026 | USD | $16,495 | $16,495 - $22,995 | 0.9 | Original base MSRP for the SE trim to the Limited trim. | llm_estimate | 5/11/2026 |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | GVWR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) |
| 2015 | 5 | 4 | 371 | 13.1 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) |
| 2014 | 5 | 4 | 371 | 13.1 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) |
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data.
Model year reports
The 2016 Dodge Dart presents a below-average reliability profile.
The 2015 Dodge Dart presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to significant and recurring issues within its powertrain, engine, and electrical systems.
The 2014 Dodge Dart presents a below-average reliability outlook, primarily due to frequent issues with **engine stalling** stemming from oil consumption.
The 2013 Dodge Dart presents a below-average reliability profile, with significant concerns centered on its powertrain and electrical systems.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
Carfocal currently has 4 published Dart reports, covering 2013 through 2016. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2016 Dodge Dart presents a below-average reliability profile.
Published year coverage: 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016.
There is no single reliability answer for every Dodge Dart. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2016 dodge dart presents a below-average reliability profile. and the 2016 dodge dart's value proposition is weakened by its below-average reliability verdict. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
4 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2013 through 2016.
Problem patterns will populate as repair-prediction coverage expands.