more about this model The 2017 Dodge Challenger is pure muscle car, through and through. From the aggressive, retro styling to the range of increasingly big and powerful engines, Dodge has built a rumbling, roaring, tire-smoking beast. Yet the Challenger still has comfortable seats and all the modern features buyers expect.
The real story with the Challenger is the range of available powertrains, which includes a V6 and three V8 engine options. The base 3.6-liter V6 makes a respectable 305 horsepower, and, for the first time ever, is available with all-wheel drive. The V6 is the only engine option that can be paired with AWD, but it means that buyers who live with snow and ice can finally get their hands on a muscle car that's drivable all year round.
Stepping up from the V6, the Dodge Challenger can be had with either a 5.7-liter V8, making 375 horsepower, or a 6.4-liter V8 that makes an impressive 485 horsepower. Optional for both of these engines is another tip of the hat to Chrysler/Dodge muscle cars of the past: the Shaker hood. This adds a cool-air induction scoop that's mounted to the top of the engine and extends through a cutout in the hood. At the top of the Challenger line is the absolutely bonkers 707-hp, supercharged 6.2-liter V8 in the Challenger Hellcat. No other new car offers as much power for as little money. Quad exhaust tips and some unique styling cues help set the Hellcat apart.
An extensive list of extra performance options can be added to upgrade the Challenger's brakes, suspension and handling. Four- and six-piston Brembo brakes are available, as well as sport-tuned steering and suspension, and even a shorter rear-axle ratio for buyers chasing even faster acceleration. The trip computer can be upgraded to report 0-60 mph times, g-force loads and other performance numbers.
Of course, the 2017 Dodge Challenger has much more to offer than just the bits that make it go fast. Keyless entry and ignition, dual-zone climate control, Bluetooth and a 5-inch touchscreen infotainment system come standard. Heated and ventilated seats, a heated steering wheel, leather upholstery and upgraded interior trim can be added to make the car more comfortable. An 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with smartphone integration is available and can be matched with available premium audio systems. The options don't stop there, though: a rearview camera, parking sensors, blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control and xenon headlights are all also available.
The Challenger is uniquely appealing for anyone after that American muscle-car look and feel, but the extensive list of trims and powertrain, appearance, and interior options come in so many combinations that figuring out exactly which version to buy is a daunting task. Fortunately, Edmunds is here to help you find the right 2017 Dodge Challenger to put some tire smoke in your life.
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SXT Plus 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
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I'm 63 and have always wanted a Challenger....Worked for 43 yrs cutting meat for a living.. I am recently retired and this is my gift to myself... The car has been awesome, no problems and the dealership and salesman were outstanding to my wife and myself..Went on a little road trip and the car was quiet and tight and was really comfortable to be in.. The only thing I have to get use to his being careful when looking out the mirrors and the back when changing lanes...The view is restricted a bit and you just have to pay attention...Love the car and am looking forward to many years riding in style and comfort......
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What options are available on the 2017 Dodge Challenger?
Available Dodge Challenger 2017 Submodel Types: Coupe, R/T Scat Pack, 392 Hemi Scat Pack Shaker, SRT Hellcat, T/A 392, SRT8, SRT 392, SRT8 392, SRT Hellcat Widebody, SRT8 Core
Available Trims: SXT, R/T, R/T Scat Pack, 392 Hemi Scat Pack Shaker, SXT Plus, SRT Hellcat, SRT8, R/T Plus, T/A 392, GT, SRT 392, SE, T/A Plus, R/T Shaker, R/T Plus Shaker, Base, SRT8 392, T/A, SRT Hellcat Widebody, SRT8 Core
Exterior Colors: Pitch Black Clear Coat, White Knuckle Clear Coat, Billet Clear Coat, Bright White Clear Coat, Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat, Destroyer Grey Clear Coat, Black Clear Coat, Go Mango, Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat, Granite Pearl Coat, Torred Clear Coat, Octane Red Pearl Coat, Yellow Jacket Clear Coat, Brilliant Black Crystal Pearlcoat, Black Clearcoat, Jazz Blue Pearl Coat, Sublime Pearl Coat, Redline Red Tri-Coat Pearl, Maximum Steel Metallic Clear Coat, Phantom Black Tri-Coat Pearl, Bright Silver Metallic Clearcoat, B5 Blue Pearl Coat, Blackberry Pearlcoat, TorRed, Hemi Orange Pearlcoat, Ivory White Tri-Coat Pearl, Bright White Clearcoat, Green Go Clear Coat, Torred, Inferno Red Crystal Pearlcoat, Plum Crazy Pearl Coat, Toxic Orange Pearlcoat, Tungsten Metallic Clearcoat, Deep Water Blue Pearlcoat, High Octane Red Pearl Coat, Redline 3 Pearlcoat, Header Orange Clearcoat, Phantom Black Tri-Coat Pearl Coat, Plum Crazy Pearlcoat, Stinger Yellow Clearcoat, B5 Blue Pearlcoat, Blue Streak Pearlcoat, Contusion Blue Pearl Coat, Green with Envy, Header Orange Clearl Coat, Redline 3 Pearl Coat, Stone White Clearcoat, Billet Metallic Clearcoat, Dark Titanium Metallic Clearcoat, HEMI Orange Pearl Coat
Interior Colors: Black cloth, Black leather/suede, Black leather, Dark Slate Gray cloth, Dark Slate Gray premium leather, Dark Slate Gray leather, Black premium leather, Black/Tungsten premium cloth, Black/Ruby Red leather, Black/Ruby Red premium leather, Black/Sepia premium leather, Black/Ruby Red leather/suede, Dark Slate Gray/Radar Red leather, Dark Slate Gray/Radar Red premium leather, Dark Slate Gray/Molten Red leather, Black/Pearl leather, Dark Slate Gray premium cloth, Dark Slate Gray/Foundry Black leather
Popular Features: Aux Audio Inputs, Fold Flat Rear Seats, Power Driver Seat, Rear Bench Seats, Stability Control, Tire Pressure Warning, Trip Computer, Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, Bluetooth, Auto Climate Control, Post-collision safety system, USB Inputs, Automatic Emergency Braking, Alarm, Multi-Zone Climate Control, Parking sensors, Keyless Entry/Start, Back-up camera, Heated seats, Navigation, Sunroof/Moonroof, Leather Seats, Upgraded Headlights, Apple Carplay/Android Auto, Remote Start, Cooled Seats, Mobile Internet, Blind Spot Monitoring, Upgraded Stereo, Upgraded Engine, Electronic Folding Mirrors, Adaptive Cruise Control, Pre-collision safety system, Lane Departure Warning, AWD/4WD
Engine/Mechanics: 8, 6 cylinders
Transmission: AUTOMATIC, MANUAL
Fuel Types: regular unleaded, premium unleaded (recommended), flex-fuel (unleaded/E85)
Drivetrains: rear wheel drive, all wheel drive
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