Audi A3 vs Dodge Caliber
The Audi A3 is more fuel-efficient at 32 MPG combined, against 27 MPG for the Dodge Caliber. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Audi A3 | Dodge Caliber | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 51 | 271 |
| Most reported problem | Air bags | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 0 and 3 | 15 and 1 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 56,000 miles | 60,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 2 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 32 MPG | 27 MPG |
| City and highway | 29 and 37 | 24 and 31 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,000 | $2,500 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 51 complaints for the Audi A3 and 271 for the Dodge Caliber. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 4 for the Audi A3, 2 for the Dodge Caliber.