Description
The 2018 Dodge Charger asserts its dominance as a full-size muscle sedan with bold, retro-inspired styling and a vast array of powertrains across 10 trims from efficient SXT to ferocious SRT Hellcat, offering rear- or all-wheel drive for versatile performance. Base models deploy a 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 generating 292 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, while upgrades escalate to a 5.7-liter HEMI V8 with 370 horsepower, a 6.4-liter 485-horsepower beast, or the supercharged 6.2-liter Hellcat’s 707 horsepower and 650 lb-ft for blistering acceleration. All pair exclusively with a slick eight-speed automatic transmission featuring paddle shifters, delivering 0-60 mph in 6.4 seconds for V6 variants, under 5 for R/T, and 3.6 for Hellcat, backed by Brembo brakes and summer tires for track-capable grip. Fuel efficiency peaks at 19/30 mpg city/highway for rear-drive V6 models (18/27 for AWD GT), dipping to 13/22 for Hellcat, balanced by a spacious 16.5-cubic-foot trunk and 60/40 split-folding seats in a cabin seating five with 41.8 inches of rear legroom. Interior refinements include available Nappa leather, heated/ventilated seats, and a performance-focused layout with aluminum accents, while the Uconnect system shines via standard 7-inch or optional 8.4-inch touchscreen supporting Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, navigation, and 19-speaker Harman Kardon audio. Safety bolsters include standard rearview camera, parking sensors, and stability control, with available adaptive cruise, blind-spot monitoring, forward collision warning, and lane keep assist earning NHTSA five-star ratings across the board. Measuring 198.4 inches long on a 120.2-inch wheelbase with curb weights from 3,964 to 4,462 pounds, the Charger starts at $28,495 and carries a 3-year/36,000-mile warranty, cementing its status as the unchallenged four-door muscle icon for enthusiasts craving American thunder.
