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2017 Dodge Charger review

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Customer rating

Pros

  • Wide range of engines and trims 
  • User-friendly touchscreen interface
  • Powerful V8 engine options

Cons

  • V8 engine options are thirsty
  • Less spacious and refined than rivals
  • Limited rear visibility and rear seat access

Mileage (EPA estimate)

15 city, 23 highway, 18 combined

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Practical performance car

The 2017 Dodge Charger is not your average large sedan. It's a car that might even change your mind as to what a sedan means to you. If you love the thrill of a sports car, you’ll love the Charger’s range of powerful engine options, including V8s that provide a serious adrenaline rush. For 2017 the Charger is even more enticing with upgraded tech features, including a responsive 8.4-inch Uconnect® touchscreen with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ connectivity. If you’re after a sedan with a wild side, the 2017 Charger is a standout choice.

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What is new for the 2017 Dodge Charger?

  • The Charger is available in a variety of new trims, including the Daytona and Daytona 392.
  • The Police and Road & Track trims have been discontinued for 2017.
  • Charger trims have been upgraded with Blind Spot Monitor, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto as standard equipment this year.
  • The SRT 392 trim now comes with Satellite Radio Ready as standard equipment.

5 reasons to buy the 2017 Dodge Charger

1. Fearsome engine options 

The Charger offers a thrilling range of engines, from a competent V6 to ferocious V8s. Starting at the top, the SRT Hellcat's supercharged 6.2L V8 boasts a jaw-dropping 707 horsepower. Even the base engine is a 292-hp 3.6L V6 and there are plenty of other choices in between, including the 5.7L V8 that can be found on the R/T and Daytona models. 

2. Muscle car good looks 

With its aggressive stance and bold design, the 2017 Charger embodies the spirit of classic muscle cars. The return of the Charger Daytona trim adds unique styling elements and interior trim, reinforcing its iconic status. If you really want to stand out, look for models in Green Go, Yellow Jacket, or Go Mango (a bright orangey-red). 

3. Impressive tech 

The Charger's 8.4-inch Uconnect system is a highlight thanks to its user-friendly interface. With standard Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto, this system will have you cranking up the tunes — when you don’t want to listen to the Charger’s gorgeous engine note, that is. Navigation and BeatsAudio are optional tech features to look out for too. 

4. Performance credentials 

Available sport-tuned suspension transforms the Charger's ride into a more dynamic and engaging experience. The base models tend to focus a little more on comfort but as you climb the trim levels, you’ll find more performance credentials. The R/T and SRT Hellcat not only have powerful V8s but they have stiff, precise handling that’s a whole lot of fun. 

5. Roomy interior 

The Charger is a performance vehicle but it also offers a spacious sedan interior, with ample legroom — 41.8 inches in the front — and supportive seats. There are four doors for maximum practicality alongside 16.5 cu-ft of space in the trunk. This makes the Charger a great option if you want something that performs but can stand up against your daily errands, the carpool lane, and family vacations. 

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

The 2017 Dodge Charger is a sporty and cute car that has as many features as other luxury sedans. It has a powerful engine and is very roomy. It is a head turner and has a rear spoiler. It is a very spacious car for a sports car and has good gas mileage for a V-6.
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RepairPal gave the Dodge Charger an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Dodge Charger 12th out of 13 among Fullsize Cars.

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Dodge Charger features and specs

Police 2WD 4D Sedan

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Cloth Seats
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Side Airbags
  • Traction Control
  • 20 Inch Plus Wheels
  • Alloy Wheels
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Rear View Camera
  • Smart Key
  • Vinyl Seats

Drive Wheels

Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

3.6L

Horsepower

300

Torque (ft-lbs)

264

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

18.5

Wheelbase

120.2"

Overall length

198.4"

Width

75"

Height

58.4"

Leg room

F 41.8"/R 40.1"

Head room

F 38.6"/R 36.6"

Front tires

P225/60WR18

Rear tires

P225/60WR18

Seating capacity

5

Max towing capacity

100/1000 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

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