Cons: Too large and heavy to feel as agile as it looks; fuel economy in V8 models; low roofline and high door sills cause a closed-in feel[/vc_column_text][mk_divider style=”padding_space” margin_top=”10″ margin_bottom=”10″][vc_column_text]CG Says: After a major refresh last year, there are no significant changes for the 2016 Dodge Challenger. New paint and stripe options are about it. Challenger is an interesting player in this segment. It’s too big and heavy to be truly agile, but this is still a more-than-capable performance machine. That size does pay dividends in the form of a surprisingly smooth ride and excellent passenger and cargo room. Admittedly, these might not be the first things buyers of these cars put on their wish lists, but this is a good choice if you want something fun that you can also take on a cross-country road trip. Topping the range is the ferocious Hellcat model with a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 that puts out a jaw-dropping 707 horsepower. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 13 mpg city and 21-22 mpg highway. The Hellcat isn’t cheap, but it’s actually something of a bargain when measured against other ultra-performance cars. There are plenty of sporty coupes that feel more modern and nimble than the Challenger lineup, but few that can match its retro-muscle-car attitude and broad range of performance and appearance options.[/vc_column_text][mk_divider style=”padding_space” margin_top=”10″ margin_bottom=”10″][mk_content_box heading=”The Facts”][mk_table el_class=”new-review-specs”]
| Class | Sporty/Performance Car |
| Body Style(s) | 2-door coupe |
| Passenger Count | 5 |
| Drive Wheels | rear-wheel drive |
| Manufacturer | Dodge |
| Nation of Manufacture | Canada |
| Base Prices | SXT: $26,995 SXT Plus: $29,995 R/T: $31,995 R/T Plus: $34,995 R/T Shaker: $35,995 R/T Plus Shaker: $38,995 R/T Scat Pack: $38,995 392 Hemi Scat Pack Shaker: $43,795 SRT 392: $50,195 SRT Hellcat: $64,195 |
| Base Engine 3.6-liter V6 |
| Horsepower 305 |
| Std. Transmission 8-speed automatic |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 19 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 30 |
| Optional Engine 5.7-liter V8 |
| Horsepower 375 |
| Std. Transmission 6-speed manual |
| Avail. Transmission 8-speed automatic |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 15-16 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 23-25 |
| Optional Engine 6.4-liter V8 |
| Horsepower 485 |
| Std. Transmission 6-speed manual |
| Avail. Transmission 8-speed automatic |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 14-15 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 23-25 |
Links
Challenger R/T Scat Pack vs. SRT 392
Test Drive: 2015 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack
Test Drive: 2015 Dodge Challenger SXT
Test Drive: Dodge Backs Better Challenger for 2015
What in Hades! Dodge Unleashes 707-Horse Challenger Hellcat
Dodge Scat Pack: Up to 58 More Hemi Horsepower, Won’t Void Warranty
Big Dodge Update: Meet the 2015 Dodge Challenger and Charger
Future Collectible: 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat
What’s New for 2017: Dodge[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][mk_image src=”https://consumerguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/DG015_113CL-e1407255223966.jpg” image_width=”600″ image_height=”300″ title=”2016 Dodge Challenger SXT” caption_location=”outside-image” margin_bottom=”20″ crop=”false”][mk_image src=”https://consumerguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/DG015_143CL-e1407255169335.jpg” image_width=”600″ image_height=”300″ title=”2016 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat” caption_location=”outside-image” margin_bottom=”20″ crop=”false”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
