Pros: Brash muscle-car styling and attitude; lots of unique trim options; value for the dollar; sporty handling for the class; ludicrous performance of SRT Hellcat model
Cons: V8 fuel economy; acceleration with V6 might not satisfy some buyers attracted by Charger’s muscular looks
CG Says: Dodge’s boldly styled large car sees big changes for 2015. It gets a through restyling inside and out, new infotainment features, and new safety equipment such as Lane Departure Warning with Lane Keep Assist. For high-performance fanatics, Dodge also unleashes the outrageous SRT Hellcat, a supercar version of the Charger boasting 707 horsepower. Vast passenger room, available all-wheel drive, and solid construction make the Dodge Charger a reasonable choice for buyers who need the room of a large car but don’t want to give up power or performance in the process. The standard V6 engine and smooth 8-speed automatic transmission are a fine team that we think will satisfy the majority of buyers both in terms of acceleration and, surprisingly, fuel economy. Those with the need for speed will find the R/T and SRT models quite invigorating, though they have a copious thirst for fuel.
Class | Large Car |
Body Style(s) | 4-door sedan |
Passenger Count | 5 |
Drive Wheels | rear-wheel drive, all-wheel drive |
Manufacturer | Dodge |
Nation of Manufacture | Canada |
Base Prices | SE: $27,995 AWD SE: $30,995 SXT: $29,995 AWD SXT: $32,995 R/T: $32,995 R/T Road & Track: $35,995 R/T Scat Pack: $39,995 SRT 392: $47,385 SRT Hellcat: $63,995 |
Base Engine 3.6-liter V6 |
Horsepower 292 or 300 |
Std. Transmission 8-speed automatic |
Avail. Transmission NA |
EPA City Range (mpg) 18-19 |
EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 27-31 |
Optional Engine 5.7-liter V8 |
Horsepower 370 |
Std. Transmission 8-speed automatic |
Avail. Transmission NA |
EPA City Range (mpg) 16 |
EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 25 |
Optional Engine 6.4-liter V8 |
Horsepower 485 |
Std. Transmission 8-speed automatic |
Avail. Transmission NA |
EPA City Range (mpg) 15 |
EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 25 |