2010 Dodge Charger SRT8(R): Quickest Sedan in the Dodge Lineup

09/01/2009

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The 2010 Dodge Charger SRT8(R) packs all of the features and amenities expected of an excellent family sedan combined with benchmark performance delivered by Chrysler Street and Racing Technology (SRT) vehicles.

Key SRT ingredients that make up the Dodge Charger SRT8 include a 6.1-liter, 425-horsepower (317 kW) HEMI(R) V-8 that delivers 0-60 mph in the low 5-second range, quarter-mile time in less than 14 seconds, world-class ride and handling, benchmark braking using knockback mitigation software producing 60-0 mph stops in approximately 110 feet and 0.89 g on the skid pad. In addition, the Dodge Charger SRT8 accomplishes SRT's signature performance test of 0-100-0 mph in less than 17 seconds.

SRT-inspired interior appointments in the 2010 Dodge Charger SRT8 start with Dark Slate Gray interior color seats with agate-color accent stitching, carbon-fiber-like leather-trim door handles and steering wheel, SRT logo on front-seat inserts and center console, and LED lighting in the front cup holders and front- and rear-door map pockets.

Befitting its high-performance character, the 2010 Dodge Charger SRT8 continues to provide power-adjustable, deeply sculpted and highly bolstered sport seats in the front, fitted with performance suede inserts to hold occupants during maneuvering. Rear seats have matching performance suede inserts.

Full instrumentation includes a 180-mph (300 kph) speedometer, a tachometer and a coolant temperature gauge. An LED display within the gauge cluster is driver configurable for oil-temperature, oil-pressure and tire-pressure readouts. The exclusive Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) with Performance Pages is available and provides drivers with instant feedback on 0-60 mph time, 60-0 mph braking, G-forces in addition to one-eighth mile and quarter-mile times.

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SRT8 AT A GLANCE

Ultimate modern American muscle sedan-"Charger on steroids"

Powered by the 6.1-liter HEMI V-8 that produces 425 horsepower (317 kW) and 420 lb.-ft. (569 N-m) of torque, the Dodge Charger SRT8's performance-tuned ride and handling offer a world-class performance sedan experience

Builds on the momentum of Charger, HEMI and SRT

Quickest sedan in the Dodge lineup

SRT performance: 0-60 mph in the low 5-second range, 0-100-0 in under 17 seconds, 60-0 mph in approximately 110 feet

Balanced performance

Functional, performance-oriented exterior design features 20-inch SRT wheels, 3.5-inch chromed exhaust tips, front fascia with air dam and brake cooling ducts, and functional hood scoop and rear deck-lid spoiler

Race-inspired interior appointments include deeply bolstered seating and comprehensive instrumentation

Benchmark braking and world-class ride-and-handling characteristics make the Dodge Charger SRT8 civilized enough for a grocery run but fully capable in more challenging situations

The 2010 Dodge Charger SRT8 is part of a broad lineup of Street and Racing Technology vehicles developed under the credo "Race inspired, street legal"

PRODUCT CHRONOLOGY

2009 MODEL YEAR

New color: Deep Water Blue Clear Coat

New taillamps

Dual-zone automatic temperature control standard

Automatic headlamps standard

One-touch up/down windows standard

New front-seat head rests

Remote Start standard

Air filtration standard

Heated front seats standard

New ABS/ESC calibration with brake knockback mitigation

Retuned suspension including knuckle and shock valve

Improved fuel economy results in a lower gas guzzler tax

Limited-edition Super Bee "buzz model" in Hemi Orange with serialized dash plaque

o Package includes Charger SRT8 Super Bee wheels with black anodized pockets

o Exterior decals for the hood and "Super Bee" on rear quarter

o Silver Brembo brake calipers

o uconnect tunes radio standard

o Orange accent color on seat

Limited-edition Brilliant Black Edition (spring 2009)

2008 MODEL YEAR

New color: Steel Blue Metallic Clear Coat

Available Side-curtain Air Bags

Available SIRIUS BackSeat TV(TM)

Available SRT-engineered KICKER(R) premium surround sound system

New instrument panel cluster

New center console

SRT-exclusive Reconfigurable Display (RCD)LED lighting in the front cup holders and front-and rear-door map pockets

Dark Slate Gray interior color

Agate-color accent stitching

Carbon-fiber-like pattern door handles and carbon-fiber-like leather-trim steering wheel

New optional 20-inch aluminum wheel

Super Bee Special Edition - with Surf Blue Pearl Coat

2007 MODEL YEAR

New color: TorRed

Optional Rear-Seat Video system, including KICKER(R) Mobile Surround Sound

Super Bee Special Edition-with Detonator Yellow exterior color

SRT Track Experience-Standard

2006 MODEL YEAR

New high-performance version of the Dodge Charger with new 6.1-liter HEMI(R) engine

Colors: Brilliant Black, Bright Silver, Inferno Red

New front fascia with integrated brake duct inlets

Insert in rear fascia

New rear spoiler

Body-color mirrors and door handles (carryover base car)

"SRT8" exterior badge (deck lid)

Mesh grille insert with "SRT" badge

Brake duct system in front belly pan

16 mm clearance rear fascia to exhaust tips

New hood with scoop, bezel and underhood duct

New hood silencer pad

Interior Colors: Dark Slate/Light Slate Gray

Sport front seats with matching trim on rear seats

Red accent stitching

Carbon fiber leather on steering wheel upper

Satin finish steering wheel spokes (from 300C)

Satin Silver shift bezel and lock knobs (from 300C)

"SRT8" badge below right-hand air conditioning outlet duct

Satin Silver color for center-stack bezel

6.1-liter HEMI(R) engine (425 horsepower/420 lb.-ft.)

A580 transmission with Auto Stick and four-bolt flange

Hag 215 axle (3.06 ratio) with four-bolt flange

Modified air cleaner/induction system

Injector covers replace engine cover (pia)

Prop shaft with four-bolt flanges

"Hemi Orange" block treatment

Revised clean air duct

Modified air cleaner box

New wheel/tire assembly (three-season, non-directional); 20-inch front wheels and 245/45/20 tires (forged); 20-inch rear wheels and 255/45/20 tires (forged)

Lower ride height (with spring length)

Brakes (new rotors, red calipers, and hoses)

Exhaust system with 3.5-inch tips and revised tuning

TIRE FIT system (sealant and compressor)

ESC-unique calibration and three-position switching

Cooling module (42 mm core) and radiator hoses

Revised damper tuning and spring rates

Increased output fuel pump

Modified front and rear suspension knuckles

MK 25E ABS system (July 2005 implementation)

Unique engine controller (NGC LEO) calibration

Unique transmission calibration

Custom cluster graphics (180 mph and 300 kph)