2012 Dodge Caliber SXT
1C3CDWDA2CD506471
GOOD DEAL
· $503 below typical price
Shelby, NC
This 2012 Dodge Caliber SXT is listed at $6,495 with 160,573 miles in Shelby, NC.
Sold by DHW Automotive
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Market price range
Based on 12 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of September 8, 2026This vehicle: $6,495 — $503 below the typical market price ($6,998)
Asking $6,495 · typical market price $6,998 · based on 12 comparable same-build listings.
Active listing
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DHW Automotive | Shelby, NC 28152 | $6,495 | 160,573 mi | 2026-07-23 |
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DHW Automotive, LLC | Shelby, NC 28152 | $6,495 | 160,573 mi | 2026-07-23 |
What would this 2012 Dodge Caliber SXT cost per month?
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1C3CDWDA2CD506471Full factory specs for this build →
- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 24 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2012 Dodge Caliber likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2012 Dodge Caliber has 1 recall campaign as of August 2026. NHTSA rated it 3 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 24 MPG.
Tested configuration: 2012 Dodge Caliber 4 DR FWD
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SEAT BELTSChrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger…NHTSA campaign 16V668000
Recall campaigns apply to the model year, not to one car. Check remedy status for this VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Model-level data for the 2012 Dodge Caliber from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed August 28, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2012 Dodge Caliber over the last 6 months — the market firmed $493 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | $4,997 |
| February 2026 | $4,997 |
| March 2026 | $5,698 |
| June 2026 | $5,897 |
| July 2026 | $5,594 |
| August 2026 | $5,490 |
How it compares to rivals
Median asking price for comparable body styles listed near this car| Model | Median price | For sale nearby | vs this car |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Dodge Caliber SXT (this car) | $6,495 | 12 | — |
| 2010 Toyota Prius | $10,250 | 4 | +$3,755 |
| 2014 Volkswagen GTI | $6,650 | 2 | +$155 |
| 2014 Hyundai Elantra | $8,748 | 2 | +$2,253 |
Cheapest active listings of each comparable body style in this region — median of what those models actually ask.
Market by model year
What each model year costs right now — live supply, median asking price and how much value each year keeps versus the newest one.
| Year | Units for sale | Median price | vs newest | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 16 | $6,070 | 100% | 123,217 mi |
| 2011 | 36 | $5,417 | 89% | 125,656 mi |
| 2010 | 28 | $5,088 | 84% | 133,287 mi |
| 2009 | 24 | $5,622 | 93% | 112,559 mi |
| 2008 | 35 | $4,299 | 71% | 143,668 mi |
| 2007 | 42 | $3,812 | 63% | 131,859 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
