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2023 Dodge Challenger review

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Pros

  • Powerful V8 options
  • Spacious interior
  • Comfortable ride

Cons

  • Large and heavy
  • No convertible option
  • Poor visibility

Mileage (EPA estimate)

13 city, 21 highway, 15 combined

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The 2023 Dodge Challenger is a modern-day muscle car with classic styling

Dodge brought the Challenger back to its lineup in 2008, and the retro-styled two-door was an immediate hit. While the car hasn't changed much in style since then, the American car brand has kept attention on this classic by updating its interior and tech and continuing to give it higher performance thanks to a range of high-output V8 engines. But the 2023 model year is the last for this proper American muscle car as Dodge transitions to electric powertrains. To celebrate, Dodge has introduced several Last Call special editions to the Challenger lineup for the 2023 model year. The 2023 Dodge Challenger is offered in 10 different trims, ranging from the V6-powered SXT to the dragstrip-ready SRT® Demon 170, boasting more than 1,000 horsepower from its 6.2-liter supercharged V8 engine. Dodge offers the Challenger SXT and GT with all-wheel drive, but all others only put power to the road via the rear wheels. Higher-performance versions are also available with a wide body for a more aggressive look and improved performance.

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What is new for the 2023 Dodge Challenger?

  • The R/T trim now comes with Satellite Radio Ready as standard equipment.
  • The GT trim now comes with Satellite Radio Ready as standard equipment.
  • The SXT trim now comes with Satellite Radio Ready as standard equipment.

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What We Like

Performance: Dodge offers a wide range of performance levels to suit a variety of buyers. The base-level motor puts out more than 300 horsepower, and things can get very exciting with the higher-level Hellcats that boast more than 700 hp. These cars are quick, and while they're too heavy to handle like a sports car, the ride is comfortable and they’re entertaining to drive on a curvy road.

Interior: The Challenger may look like it's all about performance, but the inside is surprisingly spacious and comfortable. The front seats are stylish and provide excellent support. The rear seat is a bit tight, but it is much larger than the back seats of competitors like the Chevy Camaro. The controls are well laid out for ease of use, and there's reasonable storage for front passengers.

Technology: Dodge's Uconnect® is one of the easier-to-use infotainment systems on the market. The available 8.4-inch touchscreen display is nicely integrated into the dashboard and features a bright, easy-to-read screen. Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® connectivity is standard, and the voice interface works quite well. Dodge also offers Performance Pages that let the driver customize the gauge display to track acceleration and braking.

What Needs Improvement

Fuel economy: As is often the case, high performance comes at the cost of fuel economy. While the V6-powered Challenger SXT rates an EPA-estimated 23 mpg combined, the supercharged HEMI V8 gets just 15 mpg combined.

Driving the Challenger Hellcat Redeye with 800-plus hp with a heavy foot will quickly bring that figure even lower.

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.7 out of 5

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RepairPal reliability rating

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features. RepairPal Reliability Ratings are provided by RepairPal and CarMax is not responsible for their accuracy. These ratings are based on RepairPal Reliability data as of August 2023. Learn more about RepairPal reliability ratings

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RepairPal gave the Dodge Challenger an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Dodge Challenger 25th out of 28 among Midsize Cars.

Cost

According to RepairPal, cost is the average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of a vehicle. Higher average cost alone does not necessarily mean a vehicle is less reliable.

The related cost of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features. RepairPal ratings are provided by RepairPal and CarMax is not responsible for the accuracy. These ratings are based on RepairPal Reliability data for select August 2023 vehicles as of August 2023. Learn more about RepairPal reliability ratings

RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Dodge Challenger is $534, compared to an average of $430 for Midsize Cars and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.

Frequency

According to RepairPal, frequency is the average number of times the vehicle is brought into the shop for unscheduled repairs and maintenance in a single year. RepairPal reports that it calculates this metric by tracking millions of unique vehicles over multiple years to determine an average number of visits per year for each make and model; and that controls are included to omit small routine visits to shops (such as for oil changes).

The frequency of such visits for a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features. RepairPal ratings are provided by RepairPal and CarMax is not responsible for the accuracy. These ratings are based on RepairPal Reliability data for select August 2023 vehicles as of August 2023. Learn more about RepairPal reliability ratings

According to RepairPal, Dodge Challenger owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 0.8 times per year, compared to an average of 0.9 times for Midsize Cars and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.

Severity

According to RepairPal, severity measures the probability that a repair will be a major issue. RepairPal reports that an issue is considered severe if a repair costs three-times the average annual repair cost for all models. This threshold will be higher for vehicles that have higher labor rates and parts costs (such as a premium brand).

The severity of repairs for a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features. RepairPal ratings are provided by RepairPal and CarMax is not responsible for the accuracy. These ratings are based on RepairPal Reliability data for select August 2023 vehicles as of August 2023. Learn more about RepairPal reliability ratings

RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 16% for the Dodge Challenger, compared to an average of 12% for Midsize Cars and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.

Dodge Challenger features and specs

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SXT 2WD 2D Coupe

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Android Auto
  • Apple CarPlay
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Cloth Seats
  • Cruise Control
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Rear View Camera
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Traction Control

Optional Features

Actual features may vary per car. Visit a car's detail page for a list of its actual features or contact us for more details.

  • 20 Inch Plus Wheels
  • Alpine Sound System
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Leather Seats
  • Navigation System
  • Parking Sensors
  • Remote Start
  • Sunroof(s)

Drive Wheels

Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

3.6L

Horsepower

303

Torque (ft-lbs)

268

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

18.5

Wheelbase

116.2"

Overall length

197.9"

Width

75.7"

Height

57.7"

Leg room

F 42"/R 33.1"

Head room

F 39.3"/R 37.1"

Front tires

P235/55HR18

Rear tires

P235/55HR18

Seating capacity

5

Max towing capacity

100/1000 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

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