Dodge Challenger

The Challenger receives a much needed power boost to keep up with the Mustang and Camaro. The new SRT-8 392 is powered by a new 392 cubic inch V8 putting 470HP and 470 lbs.of torque!

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Apparentley Dodge was listening when everyone complained about the modern Charger not being true to its heritage and therefore made sure to get the Challenger right.  Featuring the correct amount of doors and muscular lines as well as a 425 HP Hemi V8 under the hood, it's really tough to find something to complain about.  The designers drew up a "short list "of the essential attributes of a muscle car: distinctly American; mega horsepower; pure, minimal, signature lines; aggressive air-grabbing grille; and bold colors and graphics.  The Challenger sprints from 0-60mph in 4.9 seconds and finishes the 1/4 mile drag strip in 13.9 seconds. Top speed is 170MPH.  

"Challenger draws upon the initial 1970 model as the icon of the series," said Tom Tremont, Vice President - Advanced Vehicle Design. "The 1970 model is the most sought after by collectors. But instead of merely recreating that car, the designers endeavored to build a Challenger most people see in their mind's eye - a vehicle without the imperfections like the old car’s tucked-under wheels, long front overhang and imperfect fits. As with all pleasurable memories, you remember the good and screen out the bad. "We wanted the concept car to evoke all those sweet memories ... everything you thought the Challenger was, and more."
Rethought, reworked, reproportioned and redesigned, the Challenger offers an iconic HEMI-powered performance coupe derived from a classic American muscle car.