The 2009 Dodge Caliber offered two transmissions: a five-speed manual and a four-speed automatic.
The available options depend on the engine and trim. Here is a breakdown of which transmissions were paired with each engine for the 2009 model year, along with notes on typical configurations.
Overview of transmissions in the 2009 Caliber
This section lists the two transmissions and how they were commonly paired with the Caliber’s engines in 2009.
- Five-speed manual
- Four-speed automatic
In practice, the five-speed manual was paired with the 2.0-liter engine, while the four-speed automatic was offered with both the 2.0-liter and the 2.4-liter engines. There was no CVT option on the Caliber in 2009.
Engine-specific transmission options
2.0-liter I4
For the 2.0-liter variant, buyers could choose between two transmissions:
- Five-speed manual
- Four-speed automatic
Conclusion: If your 2009 Caliber has the 2.0-liter engine, you may have a manual or an automatic depending on the trim and option package.
2.4-liter I4
The 2.4-liter engine was offered with the four-speed automatic only, with no factory manual option.
Conclusion: For most 2.4L Caliber models, the transmission is the four-speed automatic.
Summary
In brief, the 2009 Dodge Caliber’s transmission lineup consisted of a five-speed manual (primarily with the 2.0L engine) and a four-speed automatic (standard on the 2.4L and available with the 2.0L). There was no CVT option in 2009.