2010 Dodge Charger

History of the Dodge Charger 

In 1999, Dodge came out with a new Charger R/T concept car

2010 Model Dodge Charger

The Auburn Hills automaker's plan to launch a redesigned version of Dodge Charger in 2010. Chrysler CEO Bob Nardelli state: "In the pipeline for 2010: A brand new 300, a brand new Charger ... a brand new Jeep, the pipeline is full, plus we have these smaller vehicles coming through partnerships and alliances"

Launching in 2010, the new 300 and Charger will probably be sold under the model year 2011. As of yet, it is unclear if this redesign will embrace a resurgence of front bench seating (6-passenger seating) in full-size cars since carpooling is becoming increasingly common.

It took many styling cues from the 1960s Chargers, particularly the second generation. Since this design had four doors, the designers blended the rear doors into the design so they would not be noticed very easily. Compressed natural gas was proposed as being in the lineup for a possible fuel source.

The concept Charger R/T, while sharing the long nose and rearward cab of the original, was a lot shorter.

Engines in the Dodge Chargers

The Charger SE and SXT are equipped with Chrysler's 3.5 L V6 and sells at a starting price of US$22,995. The 3.5 L V6 produces 250 hp and 250 lb ft of torque. In Canada, the base model Charger has a 2.7 L V6, which produces 190 hp and 190 lb ft of torque. In 2006, the 2.7 L V6 was also available in the US for fleet sales only. For 2007, the SE package could be had with the 2.7 L engine for all buyers.

The R/T version uses the 5.7 L Hemi V8 and sells for US$29,995. This engine produces 340 hp and 390 lb ft of torque.

The SRT-8 model comes with the 6.1 L (370 cu in) Hemi V8 and has a base MSRP of US$35,320. The 6.1 L Hemi produces 425 hp and 420 lb ft of torque.