2008 Dodge Charger Overview

Introduction

The Dodge Charger is a full-size, four-door sedan that makes a bold design statement and backs it up with serious horsepower.

The Base model comes standard with a 178-hp, 2.7-liter V6 mated to a four-speed automatic transmission. A 250-hp 3.5-liter V6 comes standard on the SXT; a 340-hp 5.7-liter V8 comes on R/T models, which can be upgraded to 350 horsepower by ordering the Road/Track or Daytona packages; and the 425-hp 6.1-liter V8 exclusive to the SRT8. All-wheel drive is available for Base, SXT and R/T models. Otherwise, rear-wheel drive is standard. Safety features that come standard on all SXT, R/T and SRT8 Charger models include antilock brakes, all-speed traction control and electronic stability control with brake assist.

For 2008, the Charger receives minor styling and trim changes.