2008 Dodge Charger Consumer Reviews

Theft City

Written by: Chris on 10/20/2009

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Charger SXT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I recently purchased a Dodge Charger 8 months ago and already my car has been broken into twice, both times the thieves used some kind of slim jim device and it took only seconds. All Chargers are easy to break into like this and I warn anyone who is going to purchase one to immediately get an alarm installed on it!!!

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Hemi Orange Daytona R/T

Written by: James on 10/16/2009

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Charger RT 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 5A)

Review

Got this car in April of 2008 and have been in heaven ever since. It isn't an old school Charger by any means but it is a different Charger for a different generation, I had a '69 many moons ago, loved it just as much. "Duke" impresses me every time I turn the key, runs like a scolded dog, handles like a dream, and can make as much white smoke as I want it to. however, new rubber isn't cheap, lol. People like it, I don't much like all the attention it draws, but i'm getting used to it. Gas mileage is pretty good considering it's pumping 350 hp out of the HEMI. Hands down the best new car purchase i've ever made and my next target is the Challenger R/T so my wife can have this one...Buy One!!

Favorite Features

I didn't go with all the bells and whistles on this car, just wanted the muscle. I don't need NAV or steering wheel controls or anything that will be a headache in 20 years. "keep it simple stupid" is my mode of thought with new car technology, must be the old guy in me or something? 210% satisfied.

Suggested Improvements

I don't like the FOBS, I keep getting to my car and find the trunk is open. Once I came out and the car was running, lol. Solved that with a belt clip key chain though. And STOP putting Goodyear tires on the cars, they're cheap, barely last 10k miles, are too expensive to replace. I hate Goodyear!!!

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The Charger IS Awesome

Written by: chris on 09/28/2009

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Charger 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I went From a 2000 chevy Blazer To a 2008 Charger. Thats a major change to me from a gas destroyer to a gas saver and at the same time a better look. bought mine used with 30k miles and i have not had a problem at all with it even when i looked at the car fax stated no prior services recored well kept and when running it sounds like a Angle. I love my Charger.

Favorite Features

THe interior Is very well spaced it doesn't matter how tall or big you are most room in a car i have ever seen.

Suggested Improvements

Its Great already.

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Great Car!

Written by: duginmt on 09/11/2009

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Charger RT 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 5A)

Review

I bought this car used with 21K miles, saved about 10K over new. It started out life as an FBI undercover car for the first 2,500 miles. Then a private party bought it and installed 20" X 8" wheels and Kuhmo tires, along with a spoiler. Love the looks of this car, and it has plenty of power stock. It is the quickest car I have ever owned. The keyless key fobs are a little weird but I am getting used to it. The car has a firm but comfortable ride, and handles very well. I do not find the steering wheel effort to be too hard at all. About right for a sports sedan. My 4-year-old son thinks it is a racing car, the fastest car around, he says! So far, it seems very reliable. Buy 1!

Favorite Features

The Hemi, what a jewel! The Sirius Sat. Radio is nice. Comfortable, real leather seats.

Suggested Improvements

Redesign the key fobs so you can carry in your pocket without pushing the buttons (put in raised ridges around the buttons).

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Quite Surprised

Written by: Sina on 09/07/2009

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Charger SXT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

This is my first experience with American cars, so far despite what I had heard before I'm pleasantly surprised. Charger is at the front and back, very quite engine, smooth transmission and extremely good on gas for a heavy muscle car. Interior has average quality, lots of plastic everywhere you look...One of the biggest problems I have wit this car is the stability, poor is the only word I can think of. There was some vibrating of the engine which is still there and some sort of strange problem wit tranny which i have been told all of them have (it kind of unsmooth at the beginning of movement). Over all if you can find it for a cheap price, I would definitely say go for it.

Favorite Features

Roominess, very quiet, fuel efficiency, smooth tranny

Suggested Improvements

better quality, more stability, more luxury or up to date indicator

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What a Ride!

Written by: DRH on 08/26/2009

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Charger RT 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 5A)

Review

I bought my Charger as my retirement present to myself. I LOVE IT!. I added a K&N cold air box and laminar flow air inlet. It was supposed to add 20 HP, I don't think it did, but it sounds GREAT! The car is Tor-red, with the chrome clad wheels. I'm constantly being stopped to talk about it. I have 20K miles on it, and have only done oil changes and tire rotation. Great acceleration, fun cornering. I don't drive it much in the snow, but when I did, the computer did a good job with the wheel spin. I live in a rural-sub urban area, I get 20-22 mpg depending how close I get to the city. Much better mileage at 55 than 70 mph (over 30mpg at 55, 26mpg at 70). Try it out.

Favorite Features

Front end appearance, Acceleration, Cornering, Mygig. (I've got 500 songs on it, and have only used about 5 gig.) Bluetooth, GPS, The car has CLASS!

Suggested Improvements

There is that blind spot. I turn around to make sure I see whats back there. Not enough to make me not love it!

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Great SRT8

Written by: ABest on 06/10/2009

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Charger SRT-8 4dr Sedan (6.1L 8cyl 5A)

Review

This is the first car that I have really enjoyed. The drivability is great and the performance is out of this work for a 5 seater. I have three kids under the age of 4 and this allows for me to enjoy my car while still being able to transport the entire family.

Favorite Features

Power, Torque, Looks

Suggested Improvements

a 6-speed Auto Trans would be nice. A factory installed spare tire or run-flats would be handy.

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to many problems

Written by: red runner on 05/13/2009

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Charger 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I purchased the 2008 dodge charger with the 3.5 liter. so far I've had the rocker arms push rods and tappet covers replaced, now the clear coating is peeling off and chrysler is saying it isn't a warantable isue. this is the replacement to my first charger that the transmision blew in.

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Rocket Ride

Written by: JustOrange on 03/24/2009

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Charger RT 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 5A)

Review

I just traded in a 04 Mazda 6 for this brand new, 2008 Daytona R/T. I drive Crown Vic's for a living and find a 4 cylinder gas friendly but boring! I have admired the new Charger since they were first debuted, but since it was an American car, I was weary. The Charger is the embodiement of everything I think "cool" cars should be - and everything that American cars should live up to. It is my absolute favorite car ever designed. I never got to buy "the" car up until now, I have always gotten the one that sufficed. This is just plain fun to drive. Gas milage is not the selling point to these, but I will gladly sacrifice in that dpt! I look forward to driving my car!

Favorite Features

I love everything in this car. The sound of it, the engine, the interior and exterior design. It is a muscle car in a family sedan cloak. The sound system is top notch. In dash nav system is great. I love everything about this car.

Suggested Improvements

None. If it didn't fit the bill, I would've never purchased it. I would like to see the vehicle 100% made in America but that's just not the way the world operates anymore.

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Unhappy w/ 2nd charger

Written by: UNHAPPY OWNER on 03/09/2009

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Charger SXT 4dr Sedan AWD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I currently drive a 2008 charger I bought used in August. This car has already had a new transmission and has been in the shop 5 times. I had all my dummy lights come on (which I have pictures of) imediately took it in to have the dealership find no codes. The car at one point was stalling to again find no codes. Currently it is in the shop for kicking, stalling, and occasionly not going in reverse. Just got off the phone with the dealership and again no codes. I don't know what to do. I have already taken it to a different dealership. This is my replacement charger I previously had an 07 that I had to tow to dealership to find out it had frame damage not reported in carfax.

Favorite Features

None at this time

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10 out 10 people found this review helpful

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