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5 out of 5 stars

Awesome.

Vic, 11/04/2019
2012 Dodge Charger SE 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I bought this car in March of this year at 95k miles and have put over 10k miles in the 8 months I've owned it. I love driving this car. I have it blacked out, which includes wheels and windows being tinted and I can't stop looking at it any time I walk by it. I've had family, strangers and even policemen compliment my ride, and rightfully so as I believe the '11-14 model is the meanest thing you'll see on the street. It really has an authoritative look. It drives smooth and fuel economy is good, even for the 5 speed which doesn't get talked about as much as the 8 speed. Got from Ohio to GA in one tank averaging 34mpg, and typically I average 24mpg all around driving. I commute 17 miles both ways for 5 days with additional driving on weekends and can make one tank last 2 full weeks! As far as power is concerned, the V6 doesn't slouch. It's no pony car, mind you, but still fun to drive. As far as reliability, so far I've just had an Oil Pressure Sensor go out but it's on my to-do list. Mechanically, the car is sound and definitely recommend!

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3 out of 5 stars

Beauty runs skin deep

Wayne Wease, 09/20/2015
2012 Dodge Charger SXT 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful

I bought this car used from a local dealer,I've had nothing but problems with the way the transmission downshifts.I found out that the transmission was replaced a few thousand miles before i puchased it.It had 35,380,dealer never told me nothing .It feels like the engine is trying to run at higher rpms and the brakes don't want to stop correctly.I got no satisfaction from the dealer and tried another,they downloaded new software and told me it was not covered under warranty or any extended warranty that i purchased seperatly.I paid the amount and it still did not take care of problem,service told me to give it time to learn my driving habits,it never got better.Since then my big screen that controls everything has locked up twice,they had to do updates on.I had problems with drivers side window and i could go on and on.I'am very disappointed in this vehical and have only had it for 10 monthes.It does run down the highway nice and is a good looking car.I wish i had some help in resolving these issues.I would look over other sedans if i were you.I will probably trade it after the new year.

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Sad to see it go

juan perez, 10/12/2015
2012 Dodge Charger R/T 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
6 of 10 people found this review helpful

Bought this car New, in 2012, loved the color and interior, the 20in rims look beast. The Car drove like a beast, even parked, it looked tuff. high way driving the best.. passing cars, it was man and machine as one. I really took care of this car being my first ever major purchase, so very few hard drives, dealer service oil changes, reg car wash and vacuum,, mostly weekend family trips. until 30k, first service sparkplugs +/-$300. After that I started to notice more, Bluetooth had a hard time to sync with multiple devices hooked up, transmission shifting got jumpy, One rim cracked twice then another, took it to dealer and not there problem but I could buy a set of factory rims for $$$$. to repair $100 each time. guess which way I went? then at 60k sparkplugs again? another $300.. then I couldn't get Dealer to fix my driver side airbag light on dash under warranty, oh, but after warranty expired.. now they want to fix it for $$$.. then the battery died, couldn't jump start the car, had to buy a booster. Battery replaced new from autozone $200. wife took car to dealer, they charged her $800 for service and the airbag light.. that ends up coming on again right before she drove it home???? Might be normal spending for some but not for me, having a Toyota Tacoma base pickup, that I bought also new in 2010.. now having close to 100k and only service where oil changes.... So I drove my beast Charger R/T to the Toyota dealer and drove off in a 2016 Tacoma TRD 4x4 Offroad.. Maybe in 10yrs i'll buy a 2012 charger r/t , by then they should be preety cheap..

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5 out of 5 stars

Fast, Fun, Gorgeous and Very Comfortable

hemi_for_me, 09/14/2011
2012 Dodge Charger R/T 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
21 of 42 people found this review helpful

Although I never would have bought a Chrysler product in the past, the 2011 Charger redesign is amazing. It's beautiful, fun, blazingly fast, quiet and extremely comfortable. I only wish they would have had the 8 speed automatic available for 2011. The extra gas milage from the 8 speed would have been greatly appreciated. Otherwise, absolutely love this car. Can't believe I bought a dodge! Audio system and navigation are good, however some of the applications are not compatible with the iphone (like reading text messages). Also, I wish the doors would automatically lock on exiting the vehicle. The passive unlock system works well, but you still have to lock the doors when you exit.

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5 out of 5 stars

Best Car Ever

2012blkcharger, 03/09/2012
2012 Dodge Charger R/T 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
4 of 7 people found this review helpful

Picked up my black 2012 black dodge charge RT a couple weeks ago, and let me just tell you how much I have enjoyed this car. This car offically made the tenth car that Ive owned at age 28. Ive owned Acrua, toyota, ford , chevy,nissian, buick,and the list goes on and on. None of the other brands can provide both a large interior space, smooth ride, and a powerful v8 like the charger rt. I must admit i was very skeptical about dodge at first until i drove this car and then i was sold. No rattles, no wind noise, soaks up large pot holes, and strong acceleration, good warranty. What more would anyone need? I would highly recommend anyone to test drive the 2012 dodge charger rt.

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