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2008 Dodge Charger

2008 Dodge Charger

At a Glance

Pricing$21,675 - $38,915
Drive TypesRWD, AWD
EnginesV6 (178-bhp), V6 (250-bhp), V8 (340-bhp), V8 (425-bhp)
TransmissionsA4, A5
Fuel Economy14-18 (city), 20-26 (highway)

Our Ratings

Velocity Index73

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Overview Information

A fabled name from the past returns in the form of a 4-door sedan. The Charger recalls the legendary Mopar muscle car from the 1960's. No Charger would be complete without a HEMI V-8 (5.7L), an upgrade from the standard 3.5L V-6. Both engines are mated to a 5-speed automatic. Dodge estimates 0-60 mph in 6.0 seconds for a HEMI equipped Charger. A Performance Handling Group sharpens the Charger's reflexes with 18" wheels and tires, tuned suspension, sport seats, and self-leveling dampers. The SRT8 package ups the performance even further with a 425 hp 6.1L V8 and 20 inch wheels and tires.

Model/Trim Eng. Trans. Velocity Index Base Price
Charger SE 2.7l V6 (178-bhp) A4 RWD 53 $21,675
Charger SXT 3.5l V6 (250-bhp) A5 RWD 61 $25,685
Charger SXT 3.5l V6 (250-bhp) A5 AWD 60 $28,035
Charger R/T 5.7l V8 (340-bhp) A5 RWD 68 $30,755
Charger R/T 5.7l V8 (340-bhp) A5 AWD 66 $32,855
Charger Daytona R/T 5.7l V8 (340-bhp) A5 RWD 68 $35,230
Charger SRT8 6.1l V8 (425-bhp) A5 RWD 73 $36,155
Charger Super Bee 6.1l V8 (425-bhp) A5 RWD 73 $38,915