The Dodge Challenger is expected to see some changes over the next model year. There may be a few changes to the features, but the styling is likely to remain the same. The biggest change to expect in the 2011 Dodge Challenger is in the top-of-the-line SRT8 engine. The exterior is likely to remain the same. New Challengers are scheduled to hit the dealerships in the fall of 2010.Specifications
This is what we know so far about the specs of the 2011 Dodge Challenger:
- Pricing: car pricing for the 2011 Dodge Challenger has not been announced yet, and is not likely to be available until shortly before the release this fall. The base model should cost around $24,000. The upgraded R/T trim is likely to cost about $32,000, while the SRT8 trim may cost $44,000 or more.
- Fuel economy: the gas mileage on the new Dodge Challenger has not been released yet; new engines could change the gas mileage. Dodge is likely to use new Pentastar engines that it claims are more fuel efficient than the 2010 engines. If that is the case, the SE model should get better than 17 city/25 mpg highway.
- Engine: three engines are expected: the base SE model should get a 3.6-liter, 280 horsepower V6; the R/T trim should receive a 5.7-liter, 376 horsepower V-8; the SRT8 trim should come with a 6.1-liter, 425 horsepower Hemi V-8 engine.
- Acceleration: some auto reviews have suggested that the current Challenger’s base model has an engine that lacks oomph; the 2011 Dodge Challenger has a more powerful base engine, which should improve on its acceleration. The vehicle has not yet been tested for its 0 to 60 mph times.
- Car safety features: safety features should be similar to the 2010 model. The 2011 Dodge Challenger may include car safety features such as antilock brakes, traction control, antiskid control, and side curtain air bags.
- Suspension: suspension offers a smooth ride.
- Warranty: three-year/36,000 mile basic warranty; five-year, 100,000 mile powertrain and corrosion warranty; three-year/36,000 mile roadside assistance.