In the times where the craze of electric cars is spreading like a wild fire, an stubborn American heartbeat holds an unapologetic and suave stance with a nostalgic charm; offering brute performance wrapped into pure muscle.
And don’t you dare to call it a conventional muscle car because the only conventional thing about this beast is its old money aesthetics.
This American rolling heavyweight athlete is a flawless convergence of primal strength and refined acceleration.
Put your hands together and welcome the liberating lethal –Dodge Challenger!
Cutting to the chase, underneath its broad-shouldered silhouette what regulates the drivetrain is a supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI V8 that powers it to:
- unleash explosive 807 horsepower (impressive, isn’t it?)
- render Challenger into motion and cracking 0-60 mph in mere 3.3 seconds (quick as an athletic cheetah )
- seamlessly attain a governed top speed north of 203 mph (flirts with the wind)
We can both agree that the new Dodge Challenger performance figures speak volume but do you know its true allure does not lie in lap times? Would you be able to guess?
Allow you to usher you, Challenger real USP reflects in its ferocious straight-line dominance and retro cum nostalgic road presence– a heavyweight wearing retro charm like an armor craving minimalism.
On spec sheet, it spars boldly with segment maestros such as Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, Ford Mustang Shelby GT 500 and even European performance elites.
Mesmerizing. Right?
But as there is always another of the coin, want to know where it slacks, its achilles heels? Of course you do!
So, till you explore and get compelled with the exhilarating Dodge Challenger specifications comprising precise performance to price figures, we brief Challenger’s overlooked flaw in an easy and concise manner.
See you on the other side!
Engine & Performance
| Engine Type: | Supercharged 6.2L High-Output HEMI® V8 (in top trims) |
| Displacement/Battery Capacity: | 6.2 liters (6200 cc) |
| Power Output: | Up to 807 hp (SRT Super Stock / Jailbreak) |
| Torque: | Up to 707 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph (0-100km/h): | Around 3.3 sec (Super Stock); as low as 1.66 sec in Demon 170 |
| Top Speed: | Up to 203 mph (~327 km/h) in Redeye/Widebody variants |
| Number of Cylinders/Motors: | 8 cylinders |
| Fuel Type: | Gasoline (internal combustion, supercharged) |
| Emission Standard: | Not comprehensively briefed in sources; as a 2023 model likely meets EPA 2023 regulations, though specifics aren’t widely publicized |
Transmission
| Type: | 8-speed TorqueFlite automatic (most trims) / 6-speed Tremec manual (select V8 trims) |
| Number of Gears: | 8 (auto) / 6 (manual) |
| Drive Type: (FWD / RWD / AWD / 4WD): | RWD standard; AWD available only with the 3.6L V6 trims (SXT/GT) |
Dimensions & Weight
| Overall Length: | ~197.9 in (some heavy duty variants like Hellcat report ~197.5 in) |
| Overall Width: | 75.7 in; with mirrors: 85.4 in |
| Overall Height: | Ranges from 57.2 in (Hellcat) to 57.7 in (SXT/R/T) |
| Wheelbase: | 116.0 in across trims |
| Ground Clearance | Base models: ~5.2 in Hellcat/Jailbreak variants: ~4.5 in |
| Kerb Weight: | V6 SXT: ~3,841 lbs R/T Scat Pack: ~4,233 lbs Hellcat/Jailbreak: ~4,430 lbs |
| Boot Space | ~16.2 cu ft in all trims |
Fuel Efficiency
| Fuel Tank Capacity/ Battery Pack: | 18.5 US gal (≈70 L) across trims |
| Mileage (City): | V6 (3.6L): ~19–19.6 mpg V8 (5.7L): ~15 mpg 6.4L V8 Scat Pack: ~14 mpg Hellcat/Redeye: ~12 mpg |
| Mileage (Highway): | V6: ~30 mpg 5.7L V8: ~23 mpg 6.4L V8: ~23 mpg Hellcat/Redeye: ~21 mpg |
| Mileage (EPA/Company Certified): | V6: ~23–24 mpg 5.7L V8: ~18 mpg 6.4L V8: ~17 mpg Hellcat/Redeye: ~15 mpg |
Suspension & Brakes
| Front Suspension: | Short/long arm (SLA) independent with coil springs and stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension: | Five-link independent with coil springs and stabilizer bar |
| Front Brakes: | Base V6: 12.6-in ventilated discs V8 & performance trims: Brembo 4-piston (14.2-in) or 6-piston (15.4-in) high-performance discs |
| Rear Brakes: | Base V6: 12.6-in ventilated discs V8 & performance trims: Brembo 4-piston (13.8-in to 13.8-in+) |
| Steering Type: | Rack-and-pinion with electric power assist (EPS) |
Wheels & Tyres
| Wheel Type: (Steel/Alloy) | Standard trims: Alloy wheels (various finishes) Base SXT can have 18-inch alloys; higher trims offer 20-inch forged alloys |
| Tyre Size: | Base (SXT/GT): 235/55R18 or 245/45R20 R/T & Scat Pack: 245/45R20 or optional 275/40R20 (performance) Hellcat/Redeye: 305/35R20 Pirelli P Zero summer tyres (Widebody) Demon 170: drag radials in 315-section widths (rear) |
| Spare Tyre: | Compact temporary spare (in most trims) or tyre service kit on performance-focused models like Hellcat/Demon |
Capacity
| Seating Capacity: | 5 passengers (2 front, 3 rear) |
| Number of Doors: | 2 (classic coupe layout) |
Features & Technology
| Infotainment System: | Uconnect 4 or Uconnect 4C with 7.0-inch (standard) or 8.4-inch touchscreen display; available navigation on higher trims |
| Connectivity: (Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, etc.) | Standard Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB ports, optional SiriusXM, premium audio options (Alpine or 18-speaker Harman Kardon system) |
| Instrument Cluster: (Analog/Digital) | Mostly analog gauges with a central 7-inch TFT digital display (Hellcat & higher trims emphasize performance pages with drag timers, G-force meter, etc.) |
| AC Type: (Manual/Automatic/Climate Control) | Standard dual-zone automatic climate control on most trims (manual HVAC on base SXT) |
| Other Features: | Keyless entry and push-button start Performance pages (in performance trims) Heated and ventilated front seats, heated steering wheel (optional) Leather/Alcantara upholstery (trim-dependent) Driver assistance basics: blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, rearview camera, parking sensors |
Safety
| Airbags: | Standard front, side-impact, side-curtain, and driver’s knee airbags |
| ABS with EBD: | Yes, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution |
| Traction Control: | Standard electronic traction control system |
| ESC/VSC: | Electronic Stability Control (ESC) standard; Vehicle Stability Control integrated |
| ISOFIX: | Yes, LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) system in rear seats |
| Parking Sensors/Camera: | Standard rearview camera; available front and rear parking sensors |
| Additional Safety Features: | Blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert (optional) Forward collision warning (available) Adaptive cruise control (available) Rain-brake support, ready-alert braking, and hill-start assist |
Price (If applicable)
| Ex-Showroom Price: | 3.6L Pentastar V6 : $30,495 5.7L HEMI V8 : $35,495 6.4L HEMI V8 : $42,495 6.2L Supercharged HEMI V8 : $69,495 |
| On-Road Price (Estimated, Including Fees & Taxes):: | 3.6L Pentastar V6 : ~$34K–$36K 5.7L HEMI V8 : ~$39K–$41K 6.4L HEMI V8 : ~$47K–$50K 6.2L Supercharged HEMI V8 : ~$77K–$82K |
So, you have made it to the second and final half. We bet it will be a fun and excitingly overwhelming ride -all the credits are bestowed to the impeccable specifications and Dodge’s marvel engineering.
The Dodge Challenger not only transcends the benchmarks set by the conventional muscle marks and paves its own way, while scripting its legend in the background with its vital mechanical organs.
A true rolling rebellion that doesn’t do quiet whispering but believes in embracing life with a thrilling bellow and a taste of classic charisma.
Now, it’s time to bring out the microscope and uncover the flaw that is swept under the rub and often glossed by few outlet mentions- its Sheer Bulk. Weighing approx. 4400 pounds, feels stiff especially when the road starts to twist making it more suited to drag strips rather than switchbacks.
Nevertheless, this “heavy” flaw underscores the Challenger’s commanding philosophy, the Challengers remains the last loud laugh of muscle car excess- a perfect on-road companion for the enthusiasts who chase visceral acceleration synthesised with old money aura.
