2012 Dodge Charger Sedan

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2012 Dodge Charger Sedan

Summary

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A full-size sedan with three different engine options, the 2012 Dodge Charger offers RWD and seating for five. The base SE trim is equipped with a 3.6-liter V6 engine, paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission, that produces 292 hp while achieving 31 mpg highway. The SXT trim level upgrades the transmission to an 8-speed automatic. For increased performance Dodge offers an intermediate R/T trim level featuring a 5.7-liter HEMI� V8 engine that produces 370 hp, 5-speed automatic transmission, and optional AWD. For maximum performance, drivers should opt for the SRT8� trim level which features a 6.4-liter HEMI� V8 engine that produces 470 hp/470 lb-ft of torque, 20-inch SRT wheels, Brembo� brakes, leather trimmed bucket seats with SRT embroidery, functional hood scoop, SRT8 badging, and adaptive damping suspension. Available features include hill start assist, remote start, HID headlamps, heated front/rear seats, overhead LED lighting, Garmin� navigation, rear back up camera/park assist, and a 9-speaker sound system. Safety is comprised of anti-lock braking, front/rear head airbags, dual front side-mounted airbags, emergency braking assist, engine immobilizer, stability control, traction control, electronic brake force distribution, and brake drying. The Charger is backed by a 3-year/36,000-mile warranty.

Benefits of Driving a 2012 Dodge Charger Sedan

The Dodge Charger's aggressive looks hint at the classic muscle car that shared its name, yet the car is a roomy, practical and comfortable mid-size 4-door sedan for the 21st century. At the top of the line, the new Charger SRT8 brings serious high performance. Chargers come in both rear- and all-wheel-drive form. The Charger features a near-50/50 weight distribution, so it has surprising poise on curvy roads. Prices start at a very affordable $25,495.

What's new for 2012?

Big news for the 2012 Dodge Charger is the addition of a new SRT8 model to the lineup. With a 6.4L, 470-horsepower Hemi V8, big Brembo brakes and 20-inch wheels, and 2-mode adaptive dampers, the new model is a menacing performance sedan. Elsewhere, SXT models come standard with a new 8-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters, while the unit is optional on SE models.

Model Strengths

• Distinctive, uniquely American style
• strong V8 performance
• comfortable ride
• supportive front seats
• available all-wheel drive

Model Review

The Dodge Charger was re-introduced in 2006, with much of the same muscle-car character as its 1960s ancestor. Featuring a big, roomy interior, a choice of powerful V6 or V8 engine as well as rear-wheel or all-wheel drive, it has a lot of appeal for any mid-size car buyer.

2012 Dodge Charger Sedan

2012 Dodge Charger Sedan

Safety Ratings What do the Safety Ratings mean? The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) performs independent crash testing of new vehicles and then assigns them a score based on their performance. The overall crash test rating is based on how a vehicle performs in the following tests: Driver Crash Grade: Measures the chance of a serious injury to a crash test dummy that is placed in a driver's seat and driven into a fixed barrier at 35 MPH. A five-star rating means there is 10 percent or less chance of injury. Passenger Crash Grade: Similar to the driver crash grade, only now the focus is on the passenger. Rollover Resistance: Simulates an emergency lane change to measure the likelihood of a vehicle rolling over. A five-star rating means there is 10 percent or less risk of rollover. Side Impact Crash Test - Front: Focuses on the front side of a vehicle. It simulates crashes that can occur in intersections by striking a 3,015-pound weight against the side of a vehicle at 38.5 MPH. A five-star rating means there is 5 percent or less chance of injury. Side Impact Crash Test - Rear: Similar to the front side impact test only now the focus is on the rear passenger.
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2012 Dodge Charger Sedan

4dr Sdn SE RWD

2012 Dodge Charger Sedan

4dr Sdn SE RWD