Dodge Challenger
The 2023 Dodge Challenger offers a potent V8 experience, but its reliability is below average.
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Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
| Year | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 14 | 23 | 17 | 16.8 | 10.23 | 13.84 |
| 2022 | 14 | 23 | 17 | 16.8 | 10.23 | 13.84 |
| 2021 | 14 | 23 | 17 | 16.8 | 10.23 | 13.84 |
| 2020 | 14 | 23 | 17 | 16.8 | 10.23 | 13.84 |
| 2019 | 14 | 23 | 17 | 16.8 | 10.23 | 13.84 |
| 2018 | 14 | 23 | 17 | 16.8 | 10.23 | 13.84 |
| 2017 | 14 | 23 | 17 | 16.8 | 10.23 | 13.84 |
| 2016 | 14 | 23 | 17 | 16.8 | 10.23 | 13.84 |
| 2015 | 14 | 23 | 17 | 16.8 | 10.23 | 13.84 |
| 2014 | 15 | 24 | 18 | 15.68 | 9.8 | 13.07 |
| 2013 | 15 | 23 | 18 | 15.68 | 10.23 | 13.07 |
| 2012 | 15 | 23 | 18 | 15.68 | 10.23 | 13.07 |
| 2011 | 15 | 24 | 18 | 15.68 | 9.8 | 13.07 |
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | coupe | 8 | 6.4 | Premium | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 2022 | coupe | 8 | 6.4 | Premium | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 2021 | coupe | 8 | 6.4 | Premium | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 2020 | coupe | 8 | 6.4 | Premium | Automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 2019 | coupe | 8 | 6.4 | Premium | Automatic | 2WD/4WD |
| 2018 | coupe | 8 | 6.4 | Premium | Automatic | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 2017 | coupe | 8 | 6.4 | Premium | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 2016 | coupe | 8 | 6.4 | Premium | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 2015 | coupe | 8 | 6.4 | Premium | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 2014 | coupe | 8 | 5.7 | Midgrade | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 2013 | coupe | 8 | 5.7 | Premium | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 2012 | coupe | 8 | 5.7 | Premium | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 2011 | coupe | 8 | 5.7 | Premium | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
| Year | pricing | Trim | Base price | Series |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | Trim: GT | GT | — | — |
| 2021 | Trim: SRT HELLCAT | SRT HELLCAT | — | — |
| 2020 | Base price: $34,545, Trim: SXT | SXT | $34,545 | — |
| 2019 | Base price: $34,545, Series: SXT | — | $34,545 | SXT |
| 2018 | Base price: $33,995, Trim: GT | GT | $33,995 | — |
| 2017 | Base price: $62,495, Trim: SXT | SXT | $62,495 | — |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | Keyless ignition | GVWR | Seat rows | Steering location | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel | Entertainment system | bodyAndInterior |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard |
| 2022 | 5 | — | — | — | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 |
| 2021 | 5 | — | — | — | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 116.2 | 20 | 20 | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2020 | 5 | — | — | — | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 116.2 | 20 | 20 | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2019 | 5 | — | — | — | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 116.2 | 20 | 20 | CD + Stereo | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Entertainment system: CD + Stereo, Seat rows: 2 |
| 2018 | 5 | 2 | 459 | 16.2 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 116.2 | 20 | 18 | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD) |
| 2017 | 5 | 2 | — | — | Optional | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | — | 2 | 4 | 116.2 | 18 | 18 | — | Keyless ignition: Optional, Seat rows: 2 |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | Overall rating | Frontal crash | Side crash | Rollover | Rated vehicle | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | blindSpotMonitoring | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | autoReverseSystem | pedestrianAeb | rearAeb | parkAssist | adaptiveDrivingBeam |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2023 Dodge Challenger 2 DR RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | optional | optional | standard | optional | standard | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2022 Dodge Challenger 2 DR AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | optional | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| 2021 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2021 Dodge Challenger 2 DR AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | optional | optional | standard | optional | standard | — | — | — | standard |
| 2020 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2020 Dodge Challenger 2 DR AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | optional | optional | standard | optional | standard | — | — | — | standard |
| 2019 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2019 Dodge Challenger 2 DR AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | optional | optional | standard | — | standard | — | — | — | optional |
| 2018 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2018 Dodge Challenger 2 DR RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | — | optional | standard | standard | — | — | — | — | — | optional |
| 2017 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2017 Dodge Challenger 2 DR AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | optional | standard | standard | — | standard | — | — | — | standard |
| 2016 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2016 Dodge Challenger 2 DR RWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2015 Dodge Challenger 2 DR RWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2014 Dodge Challenger 2 DR RWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2013 Dodge Challenger 2 DR RWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | 4 | 2012 Dodge Challenger 2 DR RWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | 4 | 2011 Dodge Challenger 2 DR RWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Model year reports
2023
NewestThe 2023 Dodge Challenger offers a potent V8 experience, but its reliability is below average.
2022
The 2022 Dodge Challenger offers V8 power and rear-drive dynamics, but potential buyers must prioritize inspecting the **seat belt system** and **rear axle** due to documented concerns.
2021
The 2021 Dodge Challenger offers potent V8 performance and a 5-star overall safety rating, but its "Below Average" reliability verdict, driven by significant airbag and electrical system concerns, demands careful pre-purchase inspection.
2020
The 2020 Dodge Challenger's reliability is rated below average, with significant concerns around **vehicle fires** and critical drivetrain failures reported at low mileage.
2019
The 2019 Dodge Challenger presents a below-average reliability outlook, primarily due to significant safety concerns like steering lock-up and critical engine failures reported at low mileage.
2018
The 2018 Dodge Challenger presents a mixed reliability picture, rated below average primarily due to significant electrical system issues and concerning reports of airbag non-deployment.
2017
The 2017 Dodge Challenger is a performance-oriented coupe with a 'Below Average' reliability verdict.
2016
The 2016 Dodge Challenger presents a below-average reliability profile for used car shoppers, primarily due to significant safety concerns surrounding airbag non-deployment.
2015
The 2015 Dodge Challenger presents a below-average reliability record, with significant concerns regarding its powertrain, engine, and electrical systems.
2014
The 2014 Dodge Challenger is a performance-oriented coupe with a below-average reliability rating.
2013
The 2013 Dodge Challenger presents a mixed ownership proposition, with its V8 power tempered by a 'Below Average' reliability verdict.
2012
The 2012 Dodge Challenger presents a below-average reliability outlook, primarily due to significant electrical system issues, notably alternator failures.
2011
The 2011 Dodge Challenger is a muscle car with a below-average reliability rating, primarily due to significant electrical system issues, particularly alternator failures, which can lead to sudden power loss.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Dodge Challenger?
Carfocal currently has 13 published Challenger reports, covering 2011 through 2023. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2023 Dodge Challenger offers a potent V8 experience, but its reliability is below average.
Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023.
Is the Dodge Challenger reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Dodge Challenger. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2023 dodge challenger offers a potent v8 experience, but its reliability is below average. and the 2023 dodge challenger's value proposition is significantly impacted by its below-average reliability. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
13 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Dodge Challenger?
Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2011 through 2023.
Problem patterns will populate as repair-prediction coverage expands.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 13
- Years tracked
- 13
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints