2023 Dodge Challenger

The Challenger is available in five trims; SXT, GT, R/T, R/T Scat Pack, and Hellcat. Base prices range from $32,140 to $73,330 and can cross over the $100k mark with options.

The powertrain lineup is familiar with the V6 pulling standard duty and several versions of V8s offering varying levels of extreme power. An eight-speed automatic is standard on most models although the R/T, R/T Scat Pack, and Hellcat feature a six-speed manual transmission and offer an eight-speed automatic for $1,595 (or $2,995 on the Hellcat). The V6 models can be fitted with all-wheel drive for $3,000.

The Challenger is a large modernized muscle car. Its 197.9-inch length is more than 10 inches longer than the 2023 Ford Mustang and wider. That leaves enough room inside for seating four adults in acceptable levels of comfort and a large trunk with 16.2 cubic feet of space.

The SXT trim offers blind-spot detection with rear cross-traffic alert and rear parking assist through the Plus Package which opens up the Technology Group ($1,295) that brings adaptive cruise control, automatic high beams, and rain-sensing wipers. The Challenger is not an IIHS Top Safety Pick but earns a five-star overall crash rating from NHTSA.

The Challenger is equipped with the brand’s previous-generation infotainment system yet it still connects with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and is controlled through a seven-inch touchscreen and features two USB ports, 12V outlets, and six speakers with a 276-watts amplifier. A larger 8.4-inch screen, navigation, SiriusXM, and a wi-fi hotspot are available for $1,295.

The base Challenger is well equipped with 18-inch silver wheels, a satin-chrome grille, a black rear spoiler, body-color heated mirrors, body-color door handles, LED tail lights, chrome dual exhaust outlets, a chrome fuel filler, and proximity entry with illuminated door handles. Inside, the SXT features dual-zone automatic climate control, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a six-way power driver’s seat, rear seat air vents, and illuminated cup holders.

There are several packages offered such as the $4,575 Plus Package that includes 20-inch wheels, upgraded connectivity, added safety features, high-intensity discharge headlights, front fog lights, leather sport seats, interior ambient lighting, a heated steering wheel, a stitched dash panel, and remote engine start, and the $1,295 Blacktop Package that adds black 20-inch wheels, grille, fuel filler door, and badges. This can then be further upgraded with the Blacktop Special Edition package that adds a performance suspension, upgraded brakes, SRT performance pages, and carbon fiber interior trim for $2,995.

The GT trim receives 20-inch wheels, a sport-tuned suspension, a functional hood scoop, a front splitter, and paddle shifters.

The Performance Handling Group is now offered and equips the GT with 20-inch black wheels, firmer suspension tuning, upgraded Brembo front and rear brakes, and a flat-bottom steering wheel for $1,595.

The R/T trim is most notable for its V8 and additional package offerings such as the Shaker Package ($2,595) that brings a cut-out Shaker hood, a Shaker intake that rises above the hood line, and several unique exterior and interior trim details. The T/A Package ($5,475) is offered instead and adds performance wheels, blind-spot detection, a satin black painted hood, and illuminated “air-catcher” headlights.

The R/T Scat Pack gains standard performance hardware such as larger brakes, a fortified drivetrain, upgraded cooling, and SRT performance pages and tuning. The $3,390 Dynamics Package offers 20-inch low-gloss black wheels, high-performance brakes with red calipers, adaptive dampers, and a flat bottom steering wheel. The $5,995 Widebody Package features extended fenders to cover tires that are over a foot wide, upgraded suspension with adaptive dampers, high-performance brakes, and a performance shift indicator. The 1320 package is separately offered for $3,995 and brings a hard-core option for those looking to minimize their trap speed down the quarter mile by wearing specific drag-focused tires, adding a drag setting to the adaptive dampers, installing a trans brake, and removing the rear and front passenger seat. This package also comes with a one-year membership to NHRA.

The Hellcat features standard high-performance brakes while the addition of the Widebody Package (from $6,300) furthers the Challenger’s dynamic abilities. The SRT Hellcat Redeye ($76,275) adds the 797-hp supercharged V8 while the SRT Super Stock, with its 807 hp can charge through the quarter mile in 10.5 seconds at 131 miles per hour.

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