Dodge Charger
Dodge Charger R/T

2015 Dodge Charger R/T

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.

The Facts
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

Dodge Charger SXT
2015 Dodge Charger SXT
2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat
2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat
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