The 2016 Dodge Challenger is a modern interpretation of the classic 2-door 1971 muscle car, with new technology plus legendary power. There are few changes for 2016 since the 5-seat sporty coupe was refreshed for 2015. A differentiator is a choice of three burly Hemi V-8s—including a supercharged 6.2-liter engine that generates 707 horsepower. Dodge claims the Challenger SRT Hellcat is the most powerful muscle car ever produced.
Challenger SRT Hellcat
Performance means 0-60 mph in just over 3 seconds at a possible 199 mph, according to Dodge. The Challenger comes with a choice of four engines partnered with an 8-speed automatic transmission, available with paddle shifters. The base Challenger SXT is equipped with a 3.6-liter V-6 that produces 305 horsepower, averaging an EPA-estimated 30 mpg on the highway.
The 6.4-liter unit that makes 485 horsepower; and the 6.2-liter supercharged motor that kicks out 707 horsepower.
The a 5.7-liter power plant generates 372 horsepower.
The 2016 Challenger comes in 10 trim levels, from base SXT to monster SRT Hellcat, with styling cues from the car’s heritage. A Blacktop Appearance package with stripes and Plum Crazy paint is new for SRT Hellcats this year. Retro Go Mango paint is new for all trim levels. Dodge also offers a range of interior colors and material choices and 12 wheel designs.
Technology abounds in the 2016 Challenger. Retro-style tach and speedometer comingle with standard 5.0-in. or available 8.4-in. touch-screen display. Bluetooth, USB, and an auxiliary port are standard along with a power 6-way driver’s seat, dual climate control, and remote start.
Convenience, Leather Interior, Super Sport, and Audio equipment packages also are available for personalization.
More than 70 driver-assistance and safety features are available, including forward-collision warning, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitor, and rear cross-traffic detection.
Standard features across the Challenger model line include electronic stability control, anti-lock brakes, side airbags and side-curtain airbags.
