However, not every Charger has a mighty Hemi V-8 under the hood-what a pity-but they do all share an excellent eight-speed automatic transmission and standard rear-wheel drive.
The Charger channels its NASCAR roots with big V-8 power and rowdy sounds.
We'd also add the Driver Convenience Group (blind-spot monitor, rear cross-traffic alert, heated exterior mirrors, and upgraded headlights) and the Performance Handling Group (20-inch wheels with all-season performance tires, Brembo brakes, and sport-tuned suspension).
Along with a standard 8.4-inch Uconnect touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, our choice includes a throbbing dual-mode exhaust, a leather-wrapped performance steering wheel, and 20-inch rims. The bigger 485-hp V-8 that comes with the Scat Pack makes accelerating great again but costs about $5000 more than the R/T. Those who want all-wheel drive are limited to the V-6 versions. We think the Charger R/T, with its 370-hp 5.7-liter V-8, has the perfect mix of power and features. The GT AWD model now comes standard with 20-inch wheels, which are also newly optional on the SXT AWD. What's New for 2021?įor 2021, the Charger lineup receives the smallest of updates. Sure, there's nothing too muscular about the standard V-6, but either of the optional Hemi V-8s have the sound and power to tug at our heartstrings.
While its interior suffers from some low-quality materials, and models rolling on the largest wheels have a harsher ride, its roomy cabin and large trunk essentially make it a practical muscle car. Of course, the Charger's broad appeal also stems from its cool appearance packages, alluring performance equipment, and largely affordable pricing. The latter consists of extensive driver assists as well as an excellent infotainment system. But the big Dodge sedan also caters to modern society with popular options such as all-wheel drive and contemporary technology. This system will be standard on 2022 Scat Pack and Hellcat models while being part of optional packages for the SXT, GT and R/T models.The 2021 Dodge Charger recalls the days when most full-size sedans had rear-wheel drive and rumbly V-8 engines. If someone breaks a window, opens a door and reaches inside or lifts the front end to tow the car away, the alarm goes off. This system works similar to an aftermarket security system, combining a glass break sensor, an interior movement sensor and an inclination sensor. 2022 Challenger and Chargerįinally, the 2022 model year Dodge Challenger and Charger will be available with a new Intrusion Module. Approximately six weeks later, 2019 will be available and every six weeks after that, this system will be available for another model year back to 2015. When this system first becomes available, it will be offered for 20 model year vehicles. The company is committed to having this system available for installation by January 2022, but they are on pace to have the first wave available as early as October.
This process will be free and it will be installed by means of a simple computer reflash. If you never need to make new keys for your car, the Key Programming Lockdown has no downside. This means that if you lose all of your keys and you need to get new keys made, you have to also buy a new RF module for $159 with the new keys. Once the Key Programming Lockdown, you can no longer program a new key and the process is not reversible. The problem with this method is that when disabling the ability to clone the key code, this also makes it impossible to program new keys. The Key Programming Lockdown option disables the portion of the key system within the vehicle which allows key cloning. Once they have that signal coding, they can unlock the doors, start the car and drive away. Thieves use a gadget that captures and copies the signal being transmitted by the fob, essentially creating their own key for your vehicle. The key fobs in all modern cars with keyless entry and push-to-start ignition systems communicate with the vehicle with a radio frequency signal.