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The 2015 Dodge Dart blends European driving sophistication with American style and must-have features. Using a modified version of a European-market Alfa Romeo, this compact sedan goes head-to-head with other compact rivals like the Chevrolet Cruze, Ford Focus, Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Kia Forte, Mazda Mazda3, Nissan Sentra and Toyota Corolla. The Dodge Dart offers three different 4-cylinder engines, five different models ranging from a budget-conscious SE to a more luxurious Limited, and numerous class-exclusive technologies. With front-wheel drive, good fuel economy especially the Dart Aero model and excellent safety ratings, the Dodge Dart has a lot going for it. However, this relatively new name has had a tough time carving out a niche in a class dominated by the Civic and Corolla. Driving the Used 2015 Dodge Dart The 2015 Dodge Dart offers up a solid chassis and nicely sorted European-inspired suspension to deliver a confident and well-controlled ride, regardless of what model of this compact sedan you choose. However, the Dart is also one of the heaviest cars in its class, mitigating the effect of its powerful array of engines when it comes to acceleration and passing. At best, power from the 2.0-liter 4-cylinder in the SE is adequate, but the 1.4-liter turbocharged engine from the Aero is a bit more lively, thanks to better low-end torque, and gets better fuel economy. The 2.4-liter engine available on SXT, GT and Limited models helps move things along better, but its still no match for cars like the Volkswagen Jetta GLI or Honda Civic Si. However, the Dodge Dart handles well, and when it comes to taking corners this Dodge is near the top of its compact class. Favorite Features MULTIAIR ENGINE TECHNOLOGY The 2015 Dodge Dart uses something called MultiAir technology. This individually controls the lift and timing of the engines intake valves, improving both performance and fuel economy. FLOATING-ISLAND DASH BEZEL The panel surrounding the instrument cluster and Uconnect touch-screen system gets a red LED light pipe on its edge in Aero, Limited and GT models. It doesnt do anything but look cool at night when the lights are on, but man, does it ever look cool.