2009 Dodge Challenger Consumer Reviews Page 6

Spectacular American Muscle Car

Written by: Ray on 03/06/2009

Vehicle

2009 Dodge Challenger R/T 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 5A)

Review

This car will impress you in ways you can't imagine. For years I have wished that Dodge would take the body style of a 1970's era Challenger and put in on a modern chassis. This car has the retro styling without the drawbacks. I have the 5.7L Hemi mated to the 6-speed manual. It was the only option I wanted or paid for. That made this car a bargain high-performance car, especially when you factor in the incentives being offered. It is a blast to drive. It has a tight ride without being too stiff. It turns everyone's head. I love it.

Favorite Features

The exterior design. The 6-speed manual transmission. The sound of the exhaust. The front bucket seats. The appearance of the gauges.

Suggested Improvements

The Challenger needs driver-side access to the rear seat. It also needs the gauges most performance cars include like oil pressure and voltage. Eliminate the 1-4 skip shift feature.

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Beyond my expectations

Written by: Gringo on 03/01/2009

Vehicle

2009 Dodge Challenger R/T 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 5A)

Review

Got the black on black R/T with the 6 speed track pak.I love to start this car and hear the pipes rumble. I ease that clutch and she bites a chunk of pavement and begs for more road to eat up.Second day I had it we went for a 3 hour ride across the state. With 6 gears the motor breathes and sips the gasoline for 22 mpg. On the street people stare at this car like they are watching a magic trick.

Favorite Features

Its got a HEMI and rear wheel drive with a 6 speed tranny,leather heated seats, and it looks every bit as cool a classic muscle car from the 70's. Like a 'cuda with a Mercedes suspension and a Viper drivetrain.I like the fold down seats in the back and the trunk space.

Suggested Improvements

I can not think of anything to improve this car.

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Heart throb car!

Written by: Dave on 02/23/2009

Vehicle

2009 Dodge Challenger SRT8 2dr Coupe (6.1L 8cyl 5A)

Review

I knew when I purchased the Challenger SRT8 in Hemi orange that I would get attention but I did not expect so much. It is a social experiment every time I take this car out. Part of the effect is on me as I feel my juices flow every time I take it out. But the bigger laugh is all the comments, thumbs up, and gawkers everywhere I go. I could have bought a car for six figures and it would not have grabbed so much attention as this Challenger does. I have even had the county sherriff deputies following me in their Charger and scoping out my Challenger. The best part is that it is as crazy fast as it looks and that Sherriff Charger would not have stood a chance.

Favorite Features

Exterior styling, coolest seats, Power power, and more power. And if you really want even more power, some fairly simple aftermarket mods will push this car well over 500HP.

Suggested Improvements

Turn signal indicators are lame and hard to see. The manual 6 speed tends to want to go into 4th from 1st.

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Get it while you still can

Written by: KP on 02/23/2009

Vehicle

2009 Dodge Challenger R/T 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 5A)

Review

This car is nothing but pleasure! If you want to be noticed and feel like a rock star on a daily basis, get behind the wheel of the Challenger. I purchased a black 6 speed R/T and do not have one complaint with the car. The seats are more than comfortable, the performance is great and when you can keep your foot out of the floor, the gas mileage isn't bad for a sports car. Back seat room is good for this type of car too.

Favorite Features

The looks, the 6 speed transmission, the leather seats, and the hidden ESP off feature.

Suggested Improvements

The Challenger needs to have its own steering wheel and dash features. Other than that, nothing!

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Love My Car

Written by: Silver RT on 02/19/2009

Vehicle

2009 Dodge Challenger R/T 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 5A)

Review

I just got my Challenger RT 4 days ago and I can't think of anything I woul dlike to drive more. The performance on the RT if great. 6 speed manual gives you the ability to drive like it was ment to be driven. I still haven't turned on the radio because I love listening to the car rumble as I drive.

Favorite Features

The sound of the exhaust inside and out. Very comfortable. Looks great.

Suggested Improvements

Shifting is a little hard. If you haven't driven a stick in a while you might have problems getting into 1st and 2nd gear. Maybe I just need to break it in. drivers side access to back seat is next to impossible.

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43 going on 19

Written by: Bill on 02/17/2009

Vehicle

2009 Dodge Challenger R/T 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 5A)

Review

I have found the fountain of youth and its parked in my driveway. My kids are 8 & 11 and they are already fighting over who will get this car when they can drive! I'm kinda thinking they will need to get there own! My daughter said I am not cool enough to drive this car. Maybe not, but I look good and feel good every time I get behind the wheel! I haven't felt this way about a car in a very long time! I don't know were Detroit has been the past 25 years but they finally got something right!

Favorite Features

Smoking tires, parking lot fish-tail, stop light rev are all great but these seats are to die for! I think someone on the Challenger team stole these from the Viper and didn't tell anyone.

Suggested Improvements

Theory is nice but what idiot decided to forgo the quick release on the drivers seat?

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Dream car

Written by: Gene on 02/14/2009

Vehicle

2009 Dodge Challenger R/T 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 5A)

Review

Ive been watching these since the concept car in 06 (owned Cudas and Challengers as a young man). I finally drove one and left the lot with it. Ive owned Vettes and Saabs and this car blows them away. I can't wait each day to go fire her up. Manual transmission is fantastic. Sometimes forget it has the 6th gear. Very comfortable, smooth ride. Handles like a dream. With current incentives it made this car more affordable (comes with lifetime drive train warranty). Having owned old style Cudas and Challenger the upgrades done on this modern Challenger are superb. Many people give the thumbs up or stop me to ask questions. This is a keeper.

Favorite Features

Manual transmission is fun to drive, very comfortable seats, large trunk, Excellent stereo (7 speaker with subwoofer), many computerized interior features (uconnect is great). Exhaust has a great sound. HID headlights.

Suggested Improvements

GPS and Uconnect can be confusing until you set them up (then they are an outstanding feature).

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Misfire on 6 speed SRT

Written by: biffdog on 02/10/2009

Vehicle

2009 Dodge Challenger SRT8 2dr Coupe (6.1L 8cyl 5A)

Review

I finally thought I had bought my dream car only to have it be a nightmare. Why is no talking about the misfire issues with the 6 speed SRT8. From what I have heard, this is a very common problem with no fix to date. Buyer beware.

Favorite Features

When it runs, it is fast.

Suggested Improvements

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An awesome machine

Written by: 09challenger on 02/08/2009

Vehicle

2009 Dodge Challenger R/T 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 5A)

Review

I recently purchased an 09 challenger Hemi R/T Black/Black, leather, Trak Pak. Got $4000 off sticker and 0% for 48 months. A bargain. I have purchased over 20 cars since 1986, including some expensive German iron, and the Challenger is in a class by itself. You are truly the king of the road in this car. It is more than just a retro design excercise, it is a great car in its own right, and possibly the last of its kind. If you are thinking about getting one, do yourself and the economy a favor and do it. You won't regret it.

Favorite Features

The leather interior with its retro "tuck and roll" look is super cool as well as comfortable. The car is big, heavy and imposing - which I like.

Suggested Improvements

Probably about 2 inches too tall for perfect proportions, I will be looking into lowering springs.

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Black on Black R/T on 20in chrome

Written by: Mann on 01/09/2009

Vehicle

2009 Dodge Challenger R/T 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 5A)

Review

I got mine sightly under invoice after a cash offer and a strict out the door desired price. They took the offer and I gave them the check. The style of the car caught my attention, then after a test drive i wanted one. The interior is very comfortable, very nicely done leather seats. The power sunroof is an bonus feature. The car still gets ton of looks but most importantly it has the look i want, the performance, and makes driving fun.

Favorite Features

I love the looks, the leather in the interior is great, the car still has the new smell some 2 months after I got it. The performance is great, i just wish the wheel slip system would kill all the fun, but safety first. The stereo is great, my iPod kicks out the tracks and the system bangs it out

Suggested Improvements

More power, better gas mileage, and maybe an indicator when the MDS system kicks in and out.

9 out 13 people found this review helpful

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