Used Dodge Charger Quick Facts
- The seventh-generation (2011-2023) Dodge Charger makes the most sense as the best to buy used.
- While there have been many Charger designs over the years, the models most used car buyers shop are the sedans dating back to 2006.
- Along with its legendary Hemi V8, the Dodge Charger has an electric vehicle (EV) option.
- The high-performance Charger Hellcat models can outrun some pricey European sports sedans.
While the Dodge Charger got its start in the muscle car world, later versions have taken a slightly different approach. Some retain muscle-car attitude, offering powerful V8 engines and sharp styling, while others offer a cushier experience with nicer interiors and smoother powertrains. The Charger’s history goes back decades, but for this guide, we’ll focus on the three most recent generations. That significantly narrows the pool of potential used models, but there are still many options, and some years are better than others. Here are the best years to buy a used Dodge Charger.
Which Is the Best Model-Year Used Dodge Charger?
Sixth-generation Charger models are easy to find and surprisingly affordable, but seventh-gen cars offer a wider variety of powertrains, newer technology, and sharper styling. They are also the only option if you want Hellcat power, which is one of the car’s most compelling features for many buyers.
Dodge Charger by Generation: Which Should You Buy?
The seventh generation is the longest and most widely available. It’s possible to find a later seventh-gen car with decent tech and safety features for relatively little money. That said, we’d avoid the late seventh-gen Jailbreak and limited-edition cars due to their inflated prices. The extra money does not buy a significant upgrade over standard versions of the car, making a 2020–2022 model-year Charger a much better buy.
Eighth Generation: 2024-Current
Dodge Charger & Charger Daytona (2026) — Specifications
| Category | Specification | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.0L Twin-Turbo Sixpack I-6 (Standard Output) | Standard on Charger R/T (gas). Twin-turbocharged inline-six with DOHC, dual VVT and 350-bar GDI. 420 hp @ 5,200 rpm; 468 lb-ft @ 2,500 rpm. 0-60 in 4.6 sec, quarter-mile 12.9 sec @ 107 mph, top speed 127 mph. |
| Engine | 3.0L Twin-Turbo Sixpack I-6 (High Output) | Standard on Charger Scat Pack (gas). Same architecture with 9.5:1 compression, dual-mode active exhaust. 550 hp @ 6,200 rpm; 531 lb-ft @ 3,500 rpm. 0-60 in 3.9 sec, quarter-mile 12.2 sec @ 114 mph, top speed 177 mph. |
| Electric Drive | Dual Permanent-Magnet Synchronous Motors (Daytona Scat Pack & Scat Pack Plus) | Standard on Charger Daytona Scat Pack and Scat Pack Plus (BEV; 2-door and 4-door). Front and rear bar-wound permanent-magnet motors with hybrid water + oil-spray cooling, 250 kW per axle hardware capability. 630 hp base / 670 hp with PowerShot (470 / 500 kW); 627 lb-ft total motor torque. 0-60 in 3.3 sec, quarter-mile 11.5 sec, top speed 135 mph. |
| Electric Drive | Battery (Daytona) | 400-volt architecture. 100.5 kWh total / 93.9 kWh usable, 442 V peak, 104S2P cell configuration. Liquid heated/cooled with chiller for thermal management. EPA range up to 241 miles. |
| Electric Drive | Charging (Daytona) | 11 kW Level 2 onboard AC charger: ~6.8 hr (5–80%) or ~5.4 hr (20–80%). DC fast charging up to 183 kW peak: ~52.4 min (5–80%) or ~41.9 min (20–80%) on a 175 kW EVSE; ~32.5 min (5–80%) or ~24 min (20–80%) on a 350 kW EVSE. |
| Transmission | TorqueFlite 8-speed automatic (Sixpack) | Standard on Charger R/T and Scat Pack gas models. Eight-speed automatic with available paddle shifters; 3.45 final-drive ratio. |
| Transmission | Single-speed e-gearbox (Daytona) | Standard on Charger Daytona Scat Pack and Scat Pack Plus. Single-speed gearbox per axle: 11:1 open front / 11:1 limited-slip rear, lubricated by an e-pump using ULV gear oil. |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive (standard on every 2026 Charger) | All 2026 Charger and Charger Daytona models are AWD-only. Sixpack gas models use a front-engine, AWD layout; Daytona BEV models use independent front and rear motors for instant electric AWD. |
| Fuel Economy | 3.0L Sixpack Standard Output (R/T) | 17 city / 26 highway / 20 combined mpg (EPA est.). 17.5-gallon fuel tank; 91-octane premium recommended. |
| Fuel Economy | 3.0L Sixpack High Output (Scat Pack) | 16 city / 23 highway / 19 combined mpg (EPA est.). 17.5-gallon fuel tank; 91-octane premium required. |
| Fuel Economy | EV efficiency (Daytona Scat Pack / Scat Pack Plus) | EPA-estimated driving range up to 241 miles on a single charge (top range, 2-door and 4-door). |
Source: Stellantis Media — 2026 Dodge Charger Sixpack & Charger Daytona Specifications (PDFs: 2026_DG_Charger_SIXPACK_SP.pdf, 2026_DG_Charger_Daytona_SP.pdf)
Dodge Charger & Charger Daytona (2026) — Notable Features & Optional Packages
| Category | Feature | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | Charger Sixpack engine lineup (R/T & Scat Pack) | 3.0L Twin-Turbo Sixpack inline-six with eight-speed automatic and AWD across the gas lineup. Standard Output (420 hp) on R/T and R/T Plus; High Output (550 hp) on Scat Pack and Scat Pack Plus. Rear-wheel-drive mode and remote start are standard on every Sixpack trim. |
| Powertrain | Charger Daytona electric powertrain (BEV) | Standard 400V dual 250/250 kW EDM with AWD on every Daytona Scat Pack and Scat Pack Plus (two- and four-door). Includes 100.5 kWh battery, 11 kW onboard charger, L1/L2 combo charging cord, three-level regenerative braking via paddles, PowerShot, Launch Control, Drag/Track and Drift/Donut modes, plus the patent-pending Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust — all standard. |
| Powertrain | Performance Handling Group (Sixpack) Optional | Optional on R/T and R/T Plus; content is standard on Scat Pack and Scat Pack Plus. Adds Brembo six-piston fixed front / floating rear brakes, performance suspension, Line Lock, Launch Control, Custom Drive Mode, 20×10-inch wheels with 275/40R20 all-season tires, Gloss Black spoiler, leather/suede high-back performance seats, paddle shifters and Uconnect 5 with Navigation. |
| Powertrain | Track Package (Daytona) Optional | Optional on every Daytona trim. Adds painted red Brembo six-piston fixed front and four-piston rear calipers, competition suspension with dual-valve adaptive damping, Gloss Black spoiler, staggered 20×11/11.5-inch Satin Carbon wheels, and front 305/35ZR20XL / rear 325/35ZR20 Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Seasons (Eagle F1 Supercar 3 tires available). |
| Exterior & Styling | Standard exterior (both models) | LED headlamps with auto on/off, LED DRL, lit front and rear Fratzog badges, sculpted Gloss Black steel roof, Gloss Black heated power mirrors with Blind-spot Monitoring lights, body-color door handles with Keyless Enter ’n Go, acoustic front glass and privacy rear glass. Daytona adds the patent-pending R-Wing front aero pass-through; Sixpack adds a SIXPACK hood bezel and push-push fuel filler door. Plus trims add Premium LED headlamps with signature DRL, auto high-beam control and a keyless power liftgate. |
| Exterior & Styling | Appearance packages Optional | Blacktop Package (Sixpack, all trims) adds Blacknoise wheels, dark-finish badging and black exhaust tips. Carbon & Suede Package (Sixpack Scat Pack Plus and Daytona Scat Pack Plus) adds carbon-fiber mirror caps and interior appliqués, suede headliner/A-pillars, suede-wrapped IP and high-back leather/suede performance seats. Full-length panoramic glass roof, Gloss Black hood and Fratzog dual stripes with red accents are also available. |
| Interior & Tech | Standard interior | Dual-zone automatic climate with physical buttons, 12.3-inch central display, all-black headliner and trim, fold-flat rear seats, leather-wrapped shift knob, illuminated visor vanity mirrors, front overhead LED lighting, outside temperature display, universal garage door opener and 12-volt console outlet are standard across the lineup. Dodge G-meter is standard on every 2026 Charger. |
| Interior & Tech | Plus Group upgrades | Standard on R/T Plus, Scat Pack Plus (Sixpack) and Daytona Scat Pack Plus. Adds 16-inch freestanding instrument cluster, power tilt/telescoping steering column, heated flat-bottom steering wheel with paddles, wireless charging pad, attitude-adjustment ambient lighting, LED map lights, glove-box lamp, security alarm with intrusion sensor and (Daytona) a frunk. |
| Interior & Tech | Premium seating Optional | High-back leather, suede/leatherette and Nappa leather/suede performance seats — including bold Demonic Red — are available on Plus and Scat Pack Plus trims, bundled with the Performance Handling, Track or Carbon & Suede packages. Driver Convenience Group on Sixpack R/T adds heated cloth/leatherette seats, power driver, heated wheel and nine-speaker Alpine audio. |
| Interior & Tech | Uconnect 5 & audio | Uconnect 5 with 12.3-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, SiriusXM trial, Bluetooth and dual front + dual rear USB-C ports is standard on every Charger. TomTom navigation is standard on every Daytona and on Sixpack R/T Plus / Scat Pack Plus. Nine-speaker Alpine audio is standard on every Daytona and on Sixpack Plus trims; Optional 18-speaker Alpine premium audio is available on R/T Plus, Scat Pack Plus and Daytona Scat Pack Plus (Sun & Sound Package). |
| Safety & Driver Assist | Standard ADAS & airbag suite | Active Driving Assist, Active Lane Management, Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Automatic Emergency Braking with road-user detection, Full-speed Forward Collision Warning, Blind-spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Path detection, Drowsy Driver Detection, Hill-start Assist, Rain Brake Support and Ready Alert Braking are standard across the lineup, along with multistage front, side and side-curtain airbags, driver knee airbag, ESC with Brake Assist and LATCH. |
| Safety & Driver Assist | Cameras, HUD & ParkSense | ParkView rear backup camera is standard on Sixpack R/T and Scat Pack and on every Daytona. ParkSense front, side and rear park assist is standard on every Daytona and on Sixpack Plus trims (Driver Convenience Group on R/T). Head-Up Display and ParkView 360 surround-view camera are standard on every Daytona and on Sixpack R/T Plus and Scat Pack Plus. |
Source: Stellantis Media — 2026 Dodge Charger Sixpack & Charger Daytona Feature Availability (PDFs: 2026_DG_Charger_SIXPACK_FA.pdf, 2026_DG_Charger_Daytona_FA.pdf)
The eighth-generation Charger returned as an electric-only muscle car, but Dodge quickly realized buyers still wanted internal-combustion power. Gas power returned for the 2026 model year with new SIXPACK models, though the electric variants remained available. Dodge also expanded the model line with new four-door models, and future versions may return to V8 power as emissions rules shift.
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Model-Year Changes
2026: Gas-powered Charger models debut. Electric Charger Daytona models remain on sale. Four-door models become available for both versions.
2025: No notable changes.
2024: New all-electric Charger debuts.
Seventh Generation: 2011-2023
Dodge Charger (2023) — Specifications
| Category | Specification | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.6L Pentastar V-6 | Standard on Charger SXT and GT (RWD or AWD). 292 hp @ 6,350 rpm; 260 lb-ft @ 4,800 rpm. Sequential multi-port fuel injection. |
| Engine | 5.7L HEMI V-8 | Standard on Charger R/T (RWD). 370 hp @ 5,250 rpm; 395 lb-ft @ 4,200 rpm. Fuel-saving Multi-Displacement System (MDS). |
| Engine | 6.4L 392 HEMI V-8 | Standard on Charger Scat Pack (RWD). 485 hp @ 6,100 rpm; 475 lb-ft @ 4,100 rpm. Active intake manifold with short and long runners. |
| Engine | Supercharged 6.2L HEMI Hellcat V-8 | Standard on Charger SRT Hellcat Widebody (RWD). 717 hp @ 6,000 rpm; 650 lb-ft @ 4,800 rpm. Twin-screw 2.4L IHI supercharger with dual water-to-air intercoolers. |
| Engine | Supercharged 6.2L HEMI Hellcat High Output V-8 | Standard on Charger SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody (RWD). 797 hp @ 6,300 rpm; 707 lb-ft @ 4,500 rpm. Adds SRT Power Chiller™, performance hood with functional air induction, and Race Cooldown system. |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic transmissions | TorqueFlite 8HP50 8-speed automatic standard with the 3.6L V-6 (RWD); TorqueFlite 8HP70 8-speed automatic standard with all HEMI V-8 engines. Adaptive electronic control with Sport Mode and available paddle-shifted driver-interactive manual control. |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | Standard on all 2023 Charger trims; only drivetrain available on R/T, Scat Pack, SRT Hellcat Widebody, and SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody. |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive (AWD) | Available only with the 3.6L V-6 on Charger SXT AWD and GT AWD. Active transfer case with front-axle disconnect for improved fuel economy when AWD is not needed. |
| Fuel Economy | 3.6L V-6 (RWD) | 19 city / 30 highway / 23 combined mpg (EPA est.) |
| Fuel Economy | 3.6L V-6 (AWD) | 18 city / 27 highway / 21 combined mpg (EPA est.) |
| Fuel Economy | 5.7L HEMI V-8 (RWD) | 16 city / 25 highway / 19 combined mpg (EPA est.) |
| Fuel Economy | 6.4L 392 HEMI V-8 (RWD) | 15 city / 24 highway / 18 combined mpg (EPA est.) |
| Fuel Economy | Supercharged 6.2L Hellcat V-8 (RWD) | 12 city / 21 highway / 15 combined mpg (EPA est.) |
| Fuel Economy | Supercharged 6.2L Hellcat HO V-8 (RWD) | 12 city / 21 highway / 15 combined mpg (EPA est.) |
Source: Stellantis Media — 2023 Dodge Charger / Charger SRT Specifications (PDF: Stellantis Media – 2023_DG_Charger_ChargerSRT_SP.pdf)
Dodge Charger (2023) — Notable Features & Optional Packages
| Category | Feature | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Comfort & Tech | Standard interior & convenience | Five-passenger seating with 60/40 split-folding rear seat, full-length center console with rear climate vents and 12-volt outlet, tilt/telescoping steering column with audio controls, dual-zone manual climate control (SXT), reconfigurable digital gauge cluster, Keyless Enter ‘n Go with remote start, power windows with one-touch up/down for driver and front passenger, and rear cup holders. |
| Comfort & Tech | Standard Uconnect infotainment | Uconnect 4 with 7-inch touchscreen on SXT (AM/FM, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Command, dual USB and AUX). Uconnect 4C with 8.4-inch touchscreen standard on SXT AWD, GT, GT AWD, R/T, Scat Pack, SRT Hellcat and SRT Hellcat Redeye, with SiriusXM (six-month trial), CD/DVD/MP3, streaming audio, dual USB charging ports. |
| Comfort & Tech | Premium audio upgrades Optional | Six premium Alpine speakers standard on most trims (part of Plus Group on SXT). Alpine Audio Group adds nine speakers with trunk-mounted subwoofer and surround sound (SXT–GT trims). 19-speaker Harman Kardon GreenEdge premium audio available via Harman Kardon Audio Group on R/T, Scat Pack, SRT Hellcat and SRT Hellcat Redeye. |
| Comfort & Tech | Plus Group Optional | Optional on SXT through Scat Pack. Adds Deluxe Security Alarm, Blind-spot Monitoring with memory/power/heated mirrors, heated steering wheel, soft-touch instrument panel, front overhead and lower LED ambient lighting, bi-functional LED projector headlamps and power tilt/telescoping steering column. Trim-specific upgrades include leather/Nappa/Alcantara seats and 20-inch wheels. |
| Comfort & Tech | Cold Weather Group Optional | Optional on SXT through R/T (standard equipment on Scat Pack and SRT trims). Adds heated front cloth seats, heated steering wheel and heated power-folding mirrors. |
| Comfort & Tech | Navigation & Travel Group Optional | Optional on SXT through Scat Pack. Adds Uconnect 8.4 NAV with GPS navigation, SiriusXM Travel Link and Traffic, HD Radio, ParkView rear backup camera and shark-fin roof antenna. |
| Comfort & Tech | Premium seating & ventilation Optional | Ventilated Laguna leather seats with Hellcat logo are standard on SRT Hellcat and Hellcat Redeye; ventilated Nappa leather/Alcantara performance seats available on GT, R/T and Scat Pack via Plus Group; heated rear seats standard on SRT Hellcat and Hellcat Redeye; eight-way power driver and passenger seats standard on most trims. |
| Safety & Security | Standard safety suite | Advanced multistage front airbags, supplemental front-seat-mounted side airbags, supplemental side-curtain airbags front and rear, Electronic Stability Control with Brake Assist, Hill-start Assist, Ready Alert Braking, Rain Brake Support, Brake-park interlock, Enhanced Accident Response System, ParkSense rear park assist, ParkView rear backup camera, active head restraints, child seat LATCH anchors, Sentry Key engine immobilizer, security alarm and tire-pressure monitoring. |
| Safety & Security | Technology Group Optional | Optional on SXT through Scat Pack (not available on SRT Hellcat or Hellcat Redeye). Adds Adaptive Cruise Control, Full-speed Forward Collision Warning-Plus with Active Braking, LaneSense Lane Departure Warning with Lane Keep Assist, Advanced Brake Assist, auto high-beam control and rain-sensing wipers; SXT also gains dual-zone automatic climate and auto-dimming rearview mirror. |
| Safety & Security | Driver Confidence Group Optional | Optional on SXT through R/T (standard on Scat Pack, SRT Hellcat, SRT Hellcat Redeye). Adds Blind-spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Path detection and Universal Garage Door Opener. |
| Safety & Security | All-wheel drive Optional | Available only with the 3.6L V-6 on SXT AWD and GT AWD. Active transfer case with front-axle disconnect for improved fuel economy when AWD is not engaged. |
| Safety & Security | SRT-exclusive performance safety | Standard on SRT Hellcat and Hellcat Redeye. Three-mode Electronic Stability Control, Launch Assist, Launch Control, Line Lock, Torque Reserve, Advanced SRT multistage front airbags, Brembo six-piston front brakes (with Widebody Package) and SRT Configurable Drive Modes. |
| Exterior & Performance | Standard exterior styling | Bi-functional LED projector headlamps with LED accents and LED daytime running lamps, automatic headlamps, integrated AM/FM rear-window antenna, body-color door handles with Keyless Enter ‘n Go, push-push fuel filler door, acoustic windshield and front side glass, solar-control front and rear glass, body-color rear spoiler (GT and above) and dual exhaust with bright tips. SXT rides on 17-inch Fine Silver aluminum wheels; GT, R/T and Scat Pack get 20-inch performance wheels. |
| Exterior & Performance | Blacktop Package Optional | Optional on SXT through Scat Pack. Adds Gloss Black instrument panel cluster trim rings, Gloss Black badges and grille appliqué, Satin Black Charger deck-lid badge, Satin Black one-piece performance spoiler, sport suspension, 245/45R20 all-season tires and 20-inch Black Noise wheels (19-inch Black Noise on AWD models). |
| Exterior & Performance | Daytona Edition Group Optional | Optional on R/T and Scat Pack. Adds Daytona-logo leather/Alcantara seats, Mopar cold-air intake, power/heated/memory front seats, Blind-spot Monitoring, Daytona-badged grille and decals, carbonite interior accents, soft-touch instrument panel, Satin Black Charger deck-lid badge and 20-inch forged painted wheels (Scat Pack adds 275/40ZR20 tires and “392” fender decals). |
| Exterior & Performance | Performance Handling Group Optional | Optional on GT and R/T. Adds leather flat-bottom steering wheel, red Brembo four-piston brakes, high-performance suspension, 245/45ZR20 all-season performance tires and 20 x 9-inch forged Black Noise wheels. |
| Exterior & Performance | HEMI Orange Package Optional | Optional on GT and Scat Pack. Adds HEMI Orange badging, Gunmetal stripe with Orange tracer, orange brake calipers, orange interior accent stitching, Brembo four-piston brakes, flat-bottom steering wheel, heated front seats and steering wheel, Nappa/Alcantara seats, high-performance suspension and 20-inch Mid-Gloss Black wheels (or 20 x 11-inch Carbon Black “Warp Speed” wheels on Scat Pack). |
| Exterior & Performance | Widebody Package Optional | Optional on Scat Pack; standard on SRT Hellcat and Hellcat Redeye. Adds Widebody fender flares, competition suspension with adaptive damping, red Brembo six-piston brakes, performance shift indicator, 305/35ZR20 performance tires and 20 x 11-inch forged aluminum wheels (Devil’s Rim on Scat Pack; Low Gloss Carbon Black on SRT trims). |
| Exterior & Performance | Dynamics Package Optional | Optional on Scat Pack only. Adds leather flat-bottom steering wheel, red Brembo six-piston fixed-caliper brakes, 275/40ZR20 all-season tires and 20 x 9.5-inch Low Gloss Black wheels. |
| Exterior & Performance | SRT Black Package & Carbon & Suede Optional | SRT Black Package (SRT Hellcat and Hellcat Redeye) adds black exhaust tips, Midnight Metallic exterior badging and Satin Black deck-lid and taillamp badges. Carbon & Suede Package adds real carbon fiber instrument panel/console bezels and Dinamica suede headliner (requires Plus Group on Scat Pack and above). |
| Exterior & Performance | Power sunroof Optional | Power sunroof with one-touch open/close is optional across the entire 2023 Charger lineup. |
Source: Stellantis Media — 2023 Dodge Charger / Charger SRT Feature Availability (PDF: Stellantis Media – 2023_DG_Charger_ChargerSRT_FA.pdf)
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Model-Year Changes
2023: Expanded Jailbreak features, new colors available.
2022: Dodge adds the Jailbreak Package with additional power and a new alarm system.
2021: The SRT Hellcat Redeye debuts, touting 797 horsepower. The GT trim adds all-wheel drive.
2020: Dodge introduces a widebody package for certain trims. Hellcat and Scat Pack trims gain improved steering, suspension, and shocks.
2019: The SXT adds all-wheel drive, while launch assist joins the Hellcat and R/T Scat Pack.
2018: The 300-hp GT trim joins the lineup, and new standard features include Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, a rear backup camera, and rear parking sensors. The SE trim is dropped from the lineup.
2017: New trims include the Daytona and Daytona 392. A new Uconnect system with an 8.4-inch touchscreen becomes standard.
2016: Besides some new packages, the Charger sees no significant changes.
2015: The Charger gets a significant makeover, with sleeker sheet metal, a new interior, and a new supercharged 6.2-liter V8 in the Hellcat.
2014: An available cold-air induction package bumps the V6 output to 300 hp.
2013: No significant changes.
2012: The Charger gets a new 8-speed automatic transmission.
2011: The Charger is all-new, with an improved ride, an updated V6 engine, and a more sophisticated interior.
Sixth Generation: 2006-2010 Dodge Charger
Dodge Charger (2010) — Specifications
| Category | Specification | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.7L DOHC 24-Valve V-6 | Standard on Charger SE (RWD). 178 hp @ 5,500 rpm; 190 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm. Sequential multi-port electronic fuel injection. |
| Engine | 3.5L High-Output SOHC 24-Valve V-6 | Standard on Charger SXT (RWD/AWD). 250 hp @ 6,400 rpm; 250 lb-ft @ 3,800 rpm. Sequential multi-port electronic fuel injection. |
| Engine | 5.7L HEMI® Multi-Displacement V-8 | Standard on Charger R/T (RWD/AWD). 368 hp @ 5,200 rpm; 395 lb-ft @ 4,350 rpm (372 hp with Road/Track Performance Group). Fuel-saving Multi-Displacement System (MDS). |
| Transmission | Automatic transmissions | 4-speed automatic standard on Charger SE and SXT RWD (paired with 2.7L V-6). 5-speed automatic with AutoStick standard on Charger SXT AWD and R/T (RWD/AWD); enhanced AutoStick with reduced shift times on R/T. |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | Standard on Charger SE, SXT RWD and R/T RWD. Near 50/50 weight distribution with unique suspension tuning for driving excitement. |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive (AWD) | Available on Charger SXT and R/T. Active transfer case with front-axle disconnect; seamlessly transitions between RWD and AWD without driver intervention to maximize fuel economy. Final-drive ratio: 3.06. |
| Fuel Economy | 2.7L V-6 (RWD) | 18 city / 26 highway mpg (EPA est.) |
| Fuel Economy | 3.5L V-6 (RWD) | 17 city / 25 highway mpg (EPA est.) |
| Fuel Economy | 3.5L V-6 (AWD) | 17 city / 23 highway mpg (EPA est.) |
| Fuel Economy | 5.7L HEMI V-8 (RWD) | 16 city / 25 highway mpg (EPA est.) |
| Fuel Economy | 5.7L HEMI V-8 (AWD) | 16 city / 23 highway mpg (EPA est.) |
Source: Chrysler Group LLC — 2010 Dodge Charger Product Specifications (PDF: 2010_DG_Charger.pdf)
Dodge Charger (2010) — Notable Features & Optional Packages
| Category | Feature | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Comfort & Tech | Standard interior & convenience | Five-passenger seating in a 2/3 layout, tilt steering column, air conditioning, AM/FM stereo, power windows/locks/mirrors, and 5-speed automatic transmission with AutoStick driver-interactive manual control on SXT AWD and R/T trims. |
| Comfort & Tech | Boston Acoustics premium audio Optional | Available six-speaker, 276-watt amplified system, or upgraded eight-speaker, 5.1 Matrix surround-sound system with subwoofer. |
| Comfort & Tech | Uconnect Multimedia Optional | 30-gigabyte hard drive holds up to 6,700 songs from CD or USB, supports photo uploads for home-screen personalization, and plays movies in Park (where permitted by state law). |
| Comfort & Tech | Uconnect Phone & Navigation Optional | Bluetooth-based hands-free calling with voice control; available Uconnect Navigation adds turn-by-turn directions and real-time traffic updates. |
| Comfort & Tech | Rear-seat Video Entertainment System (VES) Optional | 7-inch LCD screen with two wireless headphones for DVD and auxiliary audio/video playback. |
| Safety & Security | Standard safety suite | More than 35 safety and security features, including Advanced Multi-stage front air bags, Supplemental Side-curtain Air Bags (standard on all models for 2010), Electronic Stability Control with Brake Assist, all-speed traction control, four-wheel ABS, energy-absorbing steering column, and interior head-impact protection. |
| Safety & Security | All-wheel drive with active transfer case Optional | Available on SXT and R/T. Active transfer case with front-axle disconnect seamlessly transitions between RWD and AWD without driver intervention to maximize fuel economy when AWD is not needed. |
| Exterior & Performance | Standard exterior styling | New for 2010: body-color sill cladding across all models and a chromed grille with black insert standard on Charger SE. Coupe-like profile with high beltline, aggressive roofline, and integrated rear spoiler. |
| Exterior & Performance | Road/Track Performance Group Optional | Available on Charger R/T (HEMI V-8). Adds 20-inch chrome-clad aluminum wheels, P245/45R20 all-season performance tires, performance heated front seats with suede inserts, rear deck-lid and front fascia spoilers, load-leveling height-control shocks, and upgraded performance suspension, steering, brakes, exhaust, and induction; bumps output to 372 hp. |
| Exterior & Performance | Super Track Pak handling package Optional | Available on Charger R/T. Adds 20-inch Goodyear Eagle F1 Super Car tires, front and rear Nivomat self-leveling shock absorbers, larger rear stabilizer bar, 3.06 rear-axle ratio, and less-intrusive ESC tuning for track-style driving. |
Source: Chrysler Group LLC — 2010 Dodge Charger Product Specifications (PDF: 2010_DG_Charger.pdf)
Trims during this generation include the V6-powered SE and SXT and the Hemi V8-armed R/T and SRT8.
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Model-Year Changes
2010: Supplemental side curtain airbags are made standard.
2009: All-wheel-drive models gain a new transfer case and a disconnecting front axle.
2008: A few packages and interior design changes arrive.
2007: The SXT and R/T gain the option of all-wheel drive.
2006: The Dodge Charger debuts, touting four doors, a strong Hemi V8, and standout styling.
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Is the Dodge Charger a Good Car?
The Charger is fun and exciting, and in its last decade as a gas-powered sedan, it was a pretty good car. Sixth-generation models are plagued by transmission, electronics, and engine-computer issues, which can be costly to repair. We like the 2015 and newer Charger models for several reasons: enhanced safety, better tech, improved engines, and better quality. We also think the seventh-generation Charger is the most expressive and desirable for muscle car collectors.
How Fast Is the Dodge Charger?
With its V6 engine, expect a sixth or seventh-generation Charger to hit 60 mph in about six seconds. The 5.7-liter Hemi knocks about two seconds off that time, while the supercharged Hemi in the Hellcat can make the run in under four seconds. The R/T EV can sprint to 60 mph in 4.7 seconds, while the Scat Pack drops that figure to a jaw-dropping 3.3 seconds.
What Dodge Charger Model Years Offer a Hemi V8?
The Hemi V8 shows up in the first, second, and third generation Charger models, then takes a nap until 2006, when it returns as a 5.7-liter V8 and a 6.1-liter V8 in the Charger SRT8. The Hemi family later expands to include a 6.4-liter V8 and a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 in the Hellcat and Hellcat Redeye trims.
Does the Dodge Charger Have All-Wheel Drive?
The Charger offers all-wheel drive (AWD), but availability varies by model and year. Most late-model V6 Charger cars offer AWD, as do some years of the V8-powered R/T. All other Charger trims are powered by their rear wheels. The Charger EV comes standard with AWD.
What Are the Most Reliable Years for the Dodge Charger?
The gas-powered Charger is generally most reliable from 2019 through 2023. From 2015 to 2018, the model had a fairly good track record but still had issues with abrupt transmission shifts, cruise control malfunctions, and electrical gremlins under the hood and in the cabin.
What Are the Years to Avoid for the Dodge Charger?
The sixth-generation cars and the first few years of the seventh generation are probably the least desirable. Issues with electronics, engine sensors, engine management computers, and finicky transmissions can add up to a repair bills that cost more than the car.
Editor’s Note: We have updated this article since its initial publication. Joe Tralongo contributed to the report.
