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2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Supercharged With HEMI Hellcat Engine

2015 Dodge Challenger SRT debuted a month ago showing-off its new style, performance enhancements and muscular presence. Now Dodge is announcing that the new Challenger will get supercharged with the 600-plus horsepower 6.2-liter V-8 HEMI Hellcat engine. Thanks to it, the car will deliver unrivaled performance. In addition 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat will feature race-inspired interior and new technologies that will satisfy all driving enthusiast.

2015 Challenger SRT and Challenger SRT with the Hellcat engine are re-designed and totally re-engineered. The new V-8 engine can be mated with an upgraded six-speed manual transmission or the innovative TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic. The latter is the first such gearbox ever offered in the Dodge Challenger SRT.

In addition to the 600 hp-capable HEMI V-8, Challenger SRT models also get a power boost with upgrades to the 392 HEMI V-8. In this case the horsepower is rated at 485 (357 kW), while the peak torque at 644 Nm (475 lb.-ft). This powerplant can be also coupled with the aforementioned TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission or can get the six-speed manual one.

The Challenger equipped with the Hellcat engine comes standard with two key fobs – red and black. The red key fob is the only key that can unlock the full horsepower and torque potential of the muscle car. On the other hand the black key fob limits the driver to a reduced engine output.

Another exclusive feature in the cars are the SRT’s “77” eight-spoke 20 x 9-inch forged-aluminum “Hyper Black” wheels. They come standard coupled with the Goodyear RSA2 All-Season 245/45ZR20 tyres at the front and rear or with the available Goodyear F1 Supercar Three-Season tires. Available on the Challenger SRT Hellcat are 20 x 9.5-inch, lightweight forged-aluminum wheels with a Brass Monkey/dark bronze finish.

In terms of exterior the new Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat also includes dual air extractors, hood in standard body color or in available Satin Black finish, Air Catcher inlet port, quad projector headlamps, more aggressive brow “chops” the upper portion of the lamp design, integrated projector fog lamps pushed to the lower corners, new duck-bill fascia splitter, and larger front splitter.

At the sides one can see signature muscular proportions and large thruster rear-quarter panels. What differentiate the Challenger SRT Hellcat from the rest of the Challenger lineup are its “SUPERCHARGED” fender badges.

At the rear, the tail lamps include new signature LED graphic. A redesigned rear valance makes the SRT models look more planted on the ground. At last, unique taller rear spoiler on the SRT Hellcat features a raised SRT logo.

2015 Dodge Challenger SRT 392 will be available in 11 exterior colors: B5 Blue Pearl Coat, Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat, Bright White Clear Coat, Granite Crystal Metallic Pearl Coat, Ivory White Tri-Coat Pearl, Jazz Blue Pearl Coat, Phantom Black Tri-Coat Pearl, Pitch Black Clear Coat, Redline Tri-Coat Pearl, Sublime Metallic Pearl Coat and TorRed Clear Coat. The twin, full-body stripes are available in Black Satin Gloss and Silver High Gloss.

The interior of the cars is performance orientated and is inspired by the interior of the 1971 Challenger.The instrument panel features a stamped aluminum bezel and 7-inch driver-selectable driver information display (DID) screen centered in the gauge cluster. The dashboard’s center stack houses the new standard 8.4-inch Uconnect touchscreen.

Inside, one can also see a redesigned SRT-branded heated steering wheel with available paddle shifters. The refreshed seats include improved cushioning and more comfortable contours. At the front the seats are heated and ventilated as a standard.

At last, the seats can be covered in Nappa leather or Alcantara and will include SRT logos as a standard. The available Laguna premium leather is colored either sepia or black and features embossed SRT logos. 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT will have a production start in the third quarter of 2014.

Source: Dodge

May 21, 2014

Mopar Customizes 2015 Dodge Challenger And Charger

Mopar brand is enhancing the brand new 2015 Dodge Challenger and Charger with a number of accessories and performance parts. This means that muscle-car enthusiasts will have the chance to personalize their ride and make it unique. Both new Dodge models were unveiled officially at the New York Auto Show, previewing a completely new exterior design and powerful equipment. In fact, the cars come to commemorate brand’s 100th anniversary and for this reason feature 1971-inspired classic styling.

Mopar performance parts that will be available from launch include suspension lowering kit, anti-sway bar kit and cold air intakes. In addition, light weight wheels and a cat back exhaust, along with big brake kit and Scat Pack stage kits are among the performance offerings.

Specific to the 2015 Dodge Challenger are the shaker hood, T/A hood kit and T/A hood venting system. Other highlights offered by Mopar for both muscle cars include: cold air intake, anti-sway bar kit, suspension lowering kit, brake kit, cat back exhaust, hood pin kit, hood kits, grille kit and eleven wheel options and Mopar wheel center caps.

In addition, the customization brand has also prepared for the 2015 Charger and Challenger the following: new rear spoilers, decal kit, stripe kits, bright pedal kit, EVTS, wheel locks, remote start, park distance sensor kit, engine block heater kit, fog light kit and ambient lighting, door sill entry guards and floor mats.

Source: Mopar

April 24, 2014

Dodge Introduces 2015 Charger

2015 Dodge Charger is world’s only four-door muscle car and it gets refined for the new model year. The model gets a brand new exterior, and it is powered by 300 horsepower V-6 eingine, coupled to the TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission, thus delivering an estimated 31 miles per gallon. The handling was also optimized. In fact, the exterior of the 2015 Charger was resculpted almost entirely. It includes dramatic LED lighting in both front and rear. The powertrain option for the R/T trim is the legendary 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine. In fact, the Dodge brand introduces this model along with the new 2015 Challenger in order to celebrate its 100th anniversary.

2015 Dodge Charger will be available in four models: SE, SXT, R/T and R/T Road & Track. The production of the car will begin in the fourth quarter of this year. Furthermore, some of the new interior details include three-spoke steering wheel, 7-inch reconfigurable gauge cluster, premium materials used for the seats and covered surfaces as well as a choice of eight new trim and color combinations.

Dodge is also including in the new Charger more than 80 standard or available safety and security features. Some of them are the Forward Collision Warning-Plus, Adaptive Cruise Control Plus with Full Stop, Lane Departure Warning with Lane Keep Assist, ParkSense rear park assist systems and 9-1-1 call/Assist Call.

In terms of technologies, the drivers of this muscle car will enjoy the Uconnect Access system, Uconnect Access Services with roadside assistance, theft-alarm notification, voice texting, new Dodge Performance pages, new 3-D navigation and the ability to turn the Charger into a Wi-Fi hot spot.

All Charger models also get new wheels. The 20-inch wheels are standard on R/T models. Special heritage colors for the wheels include TorRed and new B5 Blue, along with Redline Tri-coat Pearl, Jazz Blue Pearl, Granite Crystal Metallic, Billet Silver Metallic, Phantom Black Tri-coat Pearl, Ivory Tri-coat Pearl and Bright White.

The powerful 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine is intended for the Charger R/T and R/T Road & Track models and as mentioned it utilizes the TorqueFlite electronic eight-speed automatic transmission. With it the unit delivers up to 370 horsepower (272 kW) and 535 Nm (395 lb.-ft.) of torque.

On the other hand, the Charger SE and SXT rear-wheel drive (RWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) models are powered by the 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine. The latter produces 292 horsepower (218 kW) at 6,350 rpm and 260 lb.-ft. (353 Nm) of torque at 4,800 rpm, and is rated at 31 mpg.

2015 Dodge Charger Details And Specifications:

Exterior:

New hood, fenders, front and rear fascias, front doors
Three-piece spoiler (standard R/T)
Dodge signature LED racetrack tail lamps
Projector headlamps (high-intensity discharge headlamps on premium trims)
LED fog lamps (SXT and R/T)
Center high-mounted stop lamp (CHMSL)
20-inch wheels standard on R/T models
Six different 20-inch wheel styles available

Interior:

7-inch thin-film transistor (TFT) customizable digital gauge cluster
Instrument panel center stack with next-generation radio and 5.0-inch and 8.4-inch touchscreen displays with 3-D navigation and downloadable apps
Three-spoke thick rim steering wheel with available paddle shifters
Performance-inspired electronic shifter
Dodge Performance Pages (R/T Road & Track)
Eight new interior trims, including:
- Black and Tungsten cloth
- Black and Pearl leather
- Black and Ruby Red

Technical highlights:

Included trial of Uconnect Access Services:
- 9-1-1 call/Assist Call
- Roadside Assistance Call
- Theft-alarm notification
- Uconnect Access App for remote services
- Yelp
- Voice texting
- Wi-Fi hotspot (service available)
Lane Departure Warning with Lane Keep Assist
Adaptive Cruise Control Plus with Full Stop
Advanced Brake Assist
Full-speed Forward Collision Warning-Plus
Dynamic gridlines displayed with the rear camera view to show projected path of vehicle based on driver steering input
TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission standard on all models
Fully hemmed rear wheelhouse to accommodate larger tires
All-wheel-drive (AWD) with front-axle disconnect

Source: Dodge

April 24, 2014

2015 Dodge Challenger Unveiled In New York

2015 Dodge Challenger was firstly teased in the beginning of the month with a single image which didn’t say much. Now, the car is officially here. Its debut happened during the New York Auto Show. The model has 1971-inspired design in terms of both interior and exterior. Nevertheless, it also features contemporary treatment, which includes new split grille, more pronounced and functional power bulge hood, LED halo headlamps and LED tail lamps.

In the special line-up of vehicles is present the Scat Pack 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 model which produces 485 horsepower (357 kW) and 644 Nm (475 lb.-ft.) of torque. Its unit is coupled to a six-speed manual transmission or a TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission. Further exclusive highlights here are the Brembo brakes and 20-by-9-inch aluminum wheels.

The interior of the new Challenger features 1971-inspired high-sill center console and driver-focused instrument panel, aluminum bezels. In fact, there are offered 14 interior colors and trim options. Some of them include throwback Houndstooth premium cloth, Radar Red, or Pearl and Alcantara suede and leather high-performance seats.

In terms of new technologies, the upgrades featured inside are the new 8.4-inch touchscreen media center with Uconnect Access system, new class-exclusive 7-inch thin-film transistor (TFT) customizable cluster display and electronic shifter and Keyless Enter ‘n Go with push-button start.

Safety and security is ensured via more than 70 features such as Forward Collision Warning, adaptive cruise control, Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection. The car will be also available with rear-wheel-drive (RWD) architecture. Advanced technological solutions such as new electric power steering (EPS) with three driver-selectable steering modes are also present.

The 2015 Challenger is offered in eight trim levels: SXT, SXT Plus, R/T, R/T Plus, R/T Shaker, R/T Plus Shaker, 6.4-liter Scat Pack and 392 HEMI Scat Pack Shaker. The production of the car is scheduled for the third quarter of 2014.

2015 Dodge Challenger Specifications:

Performance:

Standard TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission
3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 delivers 305 horsepower
5.7-liter HEMI V-8 with up to 375 horsepower and 410 lb.-ft. torque (six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic)
6.4-liter HEMI V-8 with an estimated 485 horsepower with 475 lb.-ft. torque (six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic)
0-60 mph in the mid-4 second range with new TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission
Quarter mile in low-12 second range
Top speed of 182 miles per hour (mph)
World-class stopping power with new available four-piston Brembo® brakes
New launch control and three-mode electronic stability control (ESC) with “full off” mode

Interior:

Fourteen all-new interiors with new retro colors, including Houndstooth, Tungsten Torque, Ballistic II premium cloth, and Pearl White or Ruby Red leather sport seats
Heated and ventilated performance seats available in Nappa leather and Alcantara suede
Dodge race-inspired heated leather-wrapped steering wheel with available paddle shifters

Exterior:

Heritage-inspired split grille surround
Projector headlamps with halo light-emitting diode (LED) surrounds
Projector fog lamps
Heritage-inspired split LED tail lamps with Gloss Black surround
Retro and high-impact exterior colors ranging from Sublime Green and B5 Blue to TorRedNine wheel options, including new 20-by-9-inch lightweight forged aluminum wheels in Hyper Black II finish

Technology features:

Eeight-speed TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission
Eelectric power steering
Standard 7-inch thin-film transistor (TFT) customizable cluster with “tic-toc-tach” gauges
Available 8.4-inch touchscreen
ParkView rear backup camera
Uconnect Access with 9-1-1 call/Assist Call and roadside assistance
Electronic shifter paired with eight-speed automatic transmission

Safety and security features:

Adaptive cruise control
Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection
Forward Collision Warning

Source: Dodge

April 23, 2014

2015 Dodge Challenger And Charger To Be Revealed In New York

2015 Dodge Challenger and 2015 Dodge Charger will deliver a sleeker and more modern appearance, when they debut at the New York Auto Show on 17th of April. The brand will introduce both models just ahead of the summer celebration of its 100th anniversary. By far, Dodge didn’t reveal many details about the car, except for a teaser image showing partially what happens behind the wheel.

Therefore we will have to wait for their official reveal. Nevertheless, Dodge disclosed that the Challenger is inspired by its classic predecessor and has been redesigned inside and out. The model also will feature new powertrain combination.

The most-successful four-door muscle car, namely 2015 Dodge Charger will also make a debut in New York. This model has received full-body makeover with nearly every single body panel being resculpted.

Obviously, for its 100th anniversary Dodge is focusing on the future and aims to deliver vehicles that are exciting to drive. Such instances are the recently reintroduced Shaker hood as well as the special 100th anniversary editions of the Charger and Challenger that have unique exteriors and interiors.

Source: Dodge

April 8, 2014

2014 Dodge Challenger and Charger Get New Scat Pack Stage Kits

2014 Dodge Challenger and Charger can now be modified by their owners via the new Scat packages offered by Chrysler. The performance kits were introduced by Dodge and Mopar last November at the 2013 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show in Las Vegas. There are three packages available: Scat Pack 1, Scat Pack 2 and Scat Pack 3 performance stage kits that can be installed at an authorized dealer. The new kits can boost the 5.7-liter HEMI engine up to an additional 58 horsepower and 47 lb.-ft. of torque. Each Scat Pack has a numbered hard badge associated with its performance stage.

The first pack: Scat Pack 1, can boost the engine of the Challenger and Charger up to 18 horsepower and 18 lb.-ft. of torque. This is due to modifications including a Mopar cold-air intake, Mopar cat-back exhaust, and an all-new performance calibrated engine controller.

Scat Pack 2 offers up to a 30 horsepower bump and adds over to the first package new Mopar performance camshaft. At last, the Scat Pack 3 delivers up to 58 horsepower and 47 lb.-ft. of torque through enhanced performance calibration, new Mopar performance CNC-ported cylinder heads and Mopar hi-flow headers.

Scat Pack 1, 2 and 3 performance stage kits are going on sale this spring with a staring price of $2,195 USD.

SCAT PACK 1:

Mopar cold air intake
Mopar cat-back exhaust
Stage 1 performance PCM
Mopar low restriction oil filter
Scat Pack 1 stage kit hard badges

SCAT PACK 2:

Works in conjunction with Scat Pack 1 and features:

Mopar performance camshaft kit: includes camshaft, tiebars, heavy-duty pushrods and gaskets
Stage 2 performance PCM
Scat Pack 2 stage kit hard badges

SCAT PACK 3:

Works in conjunction with Scat Pack 1 & 2 and features:

Mopar performance CNC ported cylinder heads
Mopar hi-flow headers
Mopar hi-flow catalysts
Stage 3 performance PCM
Scat Pack 3 stage kit hard badges

Source: Dodge

April 7, 2014

Mopar ’14 Dodge Challenger Sold Out

2014 Mopar Dodge Challenger Limited Edition has just been made available in the dealerships across the United States and has already been sold out. It took only one day for the new muscle car to vanish out from the market, with the total number of 100 examples sold. This makes the Mopar ’14 Challenger the rarest limited-production Dodge offered up to date.

This clearly demonstrates that Mopar-modified vehicles are preferred by customers who want to show out their individuality. This latest model in the line-up is based on the Dodge Challenger R/T Shaker. Mopar’s personalizations offer two exterior color options and three Mopar Blue stripe options.

The car is equipped with a 5.7-liter HEMI® V-8 engine, features unique Satin Black Shaker hood scoop, runs on 20 x 8-inch Gloss Black aluminum wheels with Mopar center caps and has unique Black Vapor grille surround, a black fuel-filler door, a Satin Black deck-lid spoiler with Gloss Black “Mopar Design” badge and “Mopar” quarter-glass decals.

Inside, the model has been upgraded with premium leather seats including the Mopar Blue accent thread and Mopar Omega M logos embroidered on the seat backs. Also throughout the interior can be seen serialized instrument panel plaque, “Mopar” branded key fobs, a custom-crafted personalized owner’s kit and much more.

Furthermore customers can benefit from the following available features offered exclusively by Mopar: short-throw shifter, cat-back exhaust, performance suspension, lowering springs, Electronic Vehicle Tracking System (EVTS), performance badges, hood pin kit, car cover, door-sill guards, sequential taillight kit, premium floor mats or slush mats, chrome exhaust tip, fuel-filler door, wheel locks, interior trim bezel kit and Mopar Shaker hood.

Source: Dodge

April 3, 2014

2014 Dodge Challenger R/T Shaker Goes On Sale

2014 Dodge Challenger R/T Shaker was initially introduced at SEMA show in Las Vegas last November. Since then Dodge dealers ordered the entire production run the model in just four days – this makes a total of 2 000 orders, or a 500 orders a day on average.

The Challenger R/T Shaker has five exterior paint finishes: Billet Silver Metallic, Bright White, Pitch Black, Plum Crazy, TorRed and Header Orange. The model looks extremely aggressive and sports Satin Black center-mounted hood scoop, which also directs cooler air back into the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine. The unit produces over 542 Nm (400 lb.-ft.) of torque.

The functional Shaker hood has a Mopar cold-air intake, conical air filter, optimized air box, driver-selectable sport-mode powertrain calibration, performance-tuned suspension, four-wheel disc brakes and steering calibration.

What is more, the limited edition model also includes the Super Track Pak. The latter comprises of a high-performance steering gear, brake linings and monotube shock absorbers, P245/45R20 Goodyear Eagle F1 Super Car three-season tires and three-mode electronic stability control (ESC) with “full off” mode.

But this is not all: the designers have also added here “Shaker style” Satin Black hood, roof and deck-lid stripe graphics, and Satin Black deck-lid spoiler. They make a perfect contrast to the body-color grille surround and Gloss Black fuel-filler door.

The Shaker runs on 20 x 8-inch polished-face aluminum wheels with black pockets and a satin “matte” clear coat in a five-spoke design. Other details here include “Shaker” badges on the sides of the hood scoop, “HEMI” fender badges and a new “Challenger” grille badge.

The interior of this Dodge includes three-spoke flat-bottom leather-wrapped performance steering wheel with black accent finish and integrated vehicle controls. In harmony with the steering wheel is the “K-Black” painted instrument panel and center-console bezel.

Furthermore, one can also see on the inside high-performance front seats in Nappa Leather in Dark Slate Gray with Sepia accent stitching. The other option for the seats is the Radar Red color with Radar Red stitching. In both cases, they include the “Shaker” logo embroidered on the seat’s back. Moreover, the center console armrest is also leather wrapped. The car is fitted with an available 6.5-inch Uconnect touchscreen.

2014 Dodge Challenger R/T Shaker is currently available in dealerships with a starting price of $36,995 USD.

Source: Dodge

February 27, 2014

Dodge Celebrates 100th Anniversary With Two Limited Edition Models

To celebrate 100 years of Dodge performance and heritage, the brand is releasing two new special editions: 2014 Dodge Charger and Challenger 100th Anniversary Editions. The cars will be available at dealerships in the first quarter of 2014 and their will offer their customers exhilarating power and performance, innovative technology features and bold muscle-car styling.

2014 Dodge Charger 100th Anniversary Edition expresses the ultimate muscle car. The model will be offered in a choice of several exterior colors including Pitch Black, Bright White, Billet Silver, Granite Crystal, Ivory Tri-Coat, Phantom Black Tri-Coat, Header Orange and the new High Octane Red Pearl Coat paint.

The car runs on 20 x 8-inch polished five-spoke aluminum wheels with Granite Crystal pockets and a matching Granite Crystal Dodge split-crosshair grille, which further contributes for the striking look of the car. Other stylistic appointments that make the car even more unique and also commemorate the brand’s century include “Dodge Est. 1914” bar-style front-fender badges and special Dodge “100” logo on the center caps.

Other exterior features include a body-color rear spoiler and on models with the legendary HEMI and a red “R/T” heritage grille badge. The interior on the other hand is dominated by Molten Red or Foundry Black Nappa leather with a custom cloud overprint. These materials wrap the sport seats, center console armrest and door armrests and are sewed together with brass-colored accent stitching.

The three-spoke flat-bottom performance steering wheel includes die-cast paddle shifters. In addition, the Dark Brushed Graphite center console bezels and Liquid Graphite steering-wheel accents also add to the premium look.

The die-cast “Dodge Est. 1914” circular badges can be seen on the front seatbacks, while the embroidered anniversary logo – on floor mats. The instrument panel cluster graphics include black-face gauges with white indication and stand-out red “100” mph indication. This Charger is fitted with Electronic Vehicle Information Center and Uconnect 8.4-inch touchscreen.

As a matter of fact, the 2014 Dodge Charger 100th Anniversary Edition is based on the 2014 Charger SXT Plus. This means that it includes the award-winning 300 horsepower (220 kW) 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine matched to an eight-speed transmission. The car is capable of accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in less than 6 seconds.

This Charger can be also based on the 2014 Dodge Charger R/T Plus. This will add more to the driving experience, because of the 370 horsepower (272 kW) and 535 Nm (395 lb.-ft.) of torque 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine with four-cylinder mode Fuel Saver Technology.

The word that describes the Challenger is iconic. And the 2014 Dodge Challenger 100th Anniversary Edition proves this. It is based on the 2014 Dodge Challenger SXT Plus and R/T Plus models and runs on 20 x 8-inch polished five-spoke aluminum wheels with Granite Crystal pockets and matching Granite Crystal grille surround with script “Challenger” badge.

The same exterior colors offered in the Charger are also available here as well as the commemorative bar style “Dodge Est. 1914” front-fender badges and Dodge ‘100’ wheel center caps.

The interior is wrapped all around with Molten Red or Foundry Black heated Nappa leather and features custom ‘cloud overprint’. Brass colored accent stitching and die-cast “Dodge Est. 1914” circular badges can also be found here.

Interior appointments that commemorate the brand’s centenary include die-cast “Dodge Est. 1914” circular badges on front seatbacks and an embroidered anniversary logo on premium floor mats. The Challenger is equipped with Uconnect system, seven speaker Boston Acoustics audio system with 368-watt amplifier, along with Mopar “Challenger” sill plates and bright pedals.

In terms of performance, this Challenger based on the SXT Plus model produces 305 horsepower (225 kW) from its 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine. The unit can be matched to an available six-speed manual or five-speed automatic transmission. When the model is based on the 2014 Challenger R/T Plus it generates up to 375 horsepower (275 kW), and 0-100 km/h acceleration in under 6 seconds. Both models will be offered only in limited quantities.

Source: Dodge

November 20, 2013

Sergio Marchionne’s Dodge Challenger SRT8 for auction

Sergio Marchionne’s Dodge Challenger SRT8 will be auctioned at the Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction in Palm Beach, Florida.

The specially customized muscle car boasts a Pitch Black paint with Dark Charcoal racing stripes and a sports exhaust system. Other highlights include an adjustable coil-over suspension, tinted taillights and matte black 20” alloy wheels fitted with low-profile tires.

The interior comes with slight changes. There are bespoke leather sport seats and a vehicle information center that provides: 0-60 mph time, 60-0 mph braking time and length, 1/8 mile run and ¼ mile run times along with various G-force measurements.

The engine is a 6.4 liter HEMI V8 with 470HP (350 kW) and 636Nm (470 lb-ft) of torque. It is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox sending all that power to the rear wheels. There is also an LSD (limited slip differential) for maximum traction and… fun. 0-100 km/h in around 4 seconds.

“It gives me great pleasure to thank Sergio Marchionne and Chrysler Group for their commitment to Detroit and its surrounding communities,” said Michael J. Brennan, President and CEO of United Way for Southeastern Michigan.

“Through the generous support of those who open their hearts and wallets during the Barrett-Jackson auction, United Way can capitalize on the ability to accelerate the impact of its work in three interconnected areas: education, income and basic needs.”, he added.

Source: Chrysler

March 12, 2013

2011 Dodge Challenger – Second Consecutive “Shopper’s Choice Award”

The 2011 Dodge Challenger is the ultimate muscle car for the enthusiasts. It has a powerful and efficient engine line-up, a performance suspension and aggressive styling. Of course, everything is combined just perfectly.

That’s why, it has become customers’ favorite car. It managed to beat out nine other domestic and import finalists, ranging from small cars to large SUVs. The 2011 The Dodge Challenger was awarded at Cars.com’s annual “Best of 2013” event during the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit.

The top 10 finalists for the Shopper’s Choice Award were selected based on shoppers’ actions on the site that indicated interest in new vehicles, including searching for vehicles, sending inquiries to dealers on availability and most importantly, filling out a positive review of their vehicle.

The Dodge Challenger took home the title after grabbing the most votes from Cars.com Facebook fans in the final round of the competition.

The Dodge Challenger SXT models are powered by an aluminum 3.6 liter Pentastar V6 with 305HP (224 kW) and 362Nm (268 lb-ft) of torque. It is capable of returning up to 27 mpg on the highway. The R/T models have the legendary 5.7 liter HEMI V8 with 375HP (276 kW) and 554Nm (410 lb-ft) of torque. It returns 25 mpg highway.

New for 2013 is the Challenger Blacktop, available on the R/T model – America’s most affordable V-8 muscle car at just $29,995 US MSRP – and R/T Plus, adding sinister style to the Dodge brand’s iconic muscle car. Available in Pitch Black, Granite Crystal or Billet Silver Metallic, the Dodge Challenger R/T Blacktop model includes Gloss Black 20” Aluminum Wheels with Gloss Black center caps, Gloss Black grille surround, Gloss Black fuel door and a new matte graphite body stripe with red edge accents running from the front to rear fascia, creating a truly one-of-a-kind appearance.

For added performance, the Dodge Challenger R/T Blacktop is equipped with the Super Track Pak, which includes a high-performance-steering gear, brake linings, and monotube-shock absorbers, P245/45 R20 Goodyear Eagle F1 Super Car three-season tires and three-mode ESC with “full off” mode. All-Season tires are available at no extra charge. The Dodge Challenger Blacktop package is available for a U.S. MSRP of only $1,995.

The list of customization options includes hood-to-fender stripes, dual stripes, bodyside stripes, nostalgic paint colors and a choice of six different wheel designs.

The safety features include standard ESC, Ready Alert Braking and Rain Brake Support, which are a small part of more than 45 systems.

Source: Dodge

January 18, 2013

Dodge Challenger, Charger and Avenger Blacktop Series

Dodge will introduce their Blacktop range, which includes Avenger, Charger and Challenger models. The Blacktop package is built to give customers a sporty, distinct look at a great value. The package features unique Gloss Black wheels, select exterior paint colors, Gloss Black-painted “split-crosshair” grilles with Gloss Black matching grille surround, darkened headlamp bezels and body-color spoilers, as well as some unique Blacktop interior touches.

“The Blacktop package on the Dodge Charger has proven to be a resounding success by combining a customized one-of-a-kind appearance with great value – a trademark of the Dodge Brand,” commented Reid Bigland, President and CEO – Dodge Brand.

“Now we’re expanding this successful formula to the Avenger, Challenger and Charger R/T, making great style and performance even more accessible, starting at just $595.”, he added.

Talking about prices, the Avenger Blacktop package is really just $595. It includes a gloss black grille, a rear spoiler and 18” aluminum wheels with a gloss black finish. This is a good value for money, but if you want leather upholstery and heated front seats, another $400 must be paid.

The Blacktop package for the Charger R/T is a lot more – $1,795, but it comes with a lot more upgrades – the typical gloss black grille, the rear spoiler and a set of big 20” gloss black aluminum wheels. Other upgrades include steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters, a 3.06 rear axle and a Beats Audio system with ten speakers and a subwoofer.

Last is the Challenger R/T for which the Blacktop package is most expensive – $1,955. Again, it features a gloss black grille and a set of 20” alloy wheels. Other upgrades include a matte graphite body stripe and the Super Track Pak. It is specially designed for better handling and comfort. The Super Track Pak a high-performance-steering gear, brake linings, and monotube-shock absorbers, P245/45R20 Goodyear Eagle F1 Super Car three-season tires and three-mode ESC with “full off” mode.

Source: Dodge

November 3, 2012

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