The Dodge Dart was a compact sedan produced by Dodge from 2013 to 2016, notable for offering a six-speed manual transmission in a market where most compacts were increasingly automatic-only. Designed to replace the Dodge Caliber, the Dart combined a modern, sporty exterior with practical interior space while appealing to buyers who wanted some driver engagement in an everyday commuter car.

Despite its short production run, the Dart stood out for providing manual transmission options across multiple trims, including turbocharged engines, giving enthusiasts a rare chance to experience a spirited drive in a compact American sedan. While it never achieved high sales, the Dodge Dart remains remembered as one of the few affordable, manual-equipped compacts of its era, offering a taste of fun behind the wheel before the segment went largely automatic.