The 2010 Dodge Caliber offers two transmission options depending on the engine: a five-speed manual and a four-speed automatic.
In detail, the Caliber's transmission lineup for that model year did not include a continuously variable transmission (CVT); the 2.0-liter four-cylinder could be paired with a five-speed manual or a four-speed automatic, while the 2.4-liter four-cylinder came standard with a four-speed automatic.
Transmission options by engine
Below is a breakdown of the main configurations you could find on a 2010 Caliber. Note that availability varied by trim and market.
- Five-speed manual transmission (2.0L engine)
- Four-speed automatic transmission (2.0L engine)
- Four-speed automatic transmission (2.4L engine)
These configurations reflect Chrysler’s typical packaging for the Caliber in 2010, aligning manual gearboxes with the entry-level engine and reserving automatic transmission for the larger 2.4L. There was no CVT option offered for the Caliber that year.
Additional context
For buyers and used-car shoppers, the transmission can influence fuel economy, maintenance needs, and driving feel. The manual 2.0L models offered more engagement but fewer options, while the 2.4L models favored convenience with the four-speed automatic.
Summary
In short, the 2010 Dodge Caliber offered a 5-speed manual with the 2.0-liter engine and a 4-speed automatic with both the 2.0-liter and 2.4-liter engines; no CVT was available in this model year. This aligns with typical Dodge packaging of the era and affects performance and fuel economy across trims.