Dodge Charger (LX)
This article is about the current LX platform Charger. For other cars with that name, see Dodge Charger.
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| Manufacturer | DaimlerChrysler (2006–2007) Chrysler LLC/Chrysler Group LLC (2007–present) |
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| Production | 2005[1]–present |
| Model years | 2006–present |
| Assembly | Brampton, Ontario, Canada |
| Predecessor | Dodge Intrepid |
| Class | Full-size |
| Body style | 4-door sedan |
| Layout | Front engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive |
| Platform | Chrysler LX platform |
History
The first Charger was a 1964 show car, based on the Dodge Polara and fitted with a 426 Wedge V8 engine. The first production Charger, based on the Dodge Coronet, was introduced as a 1966 model. In 1999, Dodge introduced a new Charger R/T concept car. It took many styling cues from the 1960s Chargers, sharing their long nose and rearward cab, but was much shorter at 187 in (4,750 mm), compared to 203 in (5,156 mm) for the 1966 Charger. It was also 650 lb (295 kg) lighter. Although it had four doors where the earlier models had two, the rear doors were intended to be blended unobtrusively into the body.First generation
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| Production | 2005-2010 |
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| Model years | 2006-2010 |
| Engine | 2.7 L (160 cu in) EER V6 3.5 L (210 cu in) EGJ V6 5.7 L (345 cu in) EZB/EZD HEMI V8 6.1 L (370 cu in) ESF HEMI V8 |
| Transmission | 4-speed 42RLE automatic 5-speed W5A580 automatic |
| Wheelbase | 120.0 in (304.8 cm) |
| Length | 200.1 in (508.3 cm) |
| Width | 74.4 in (189 cm) |
| Height | 58.2 in (148 cm) SRT-8: 57.7 in (1,466 mm) |
| Curb weight | 4160 lb (1887 kg)[2] |
| Related | Chrysler 300 Dodge Challenger Dodge Magnum |
| Designer | Ralph Gilles Freeman Thomas |
| Year | Model | Engine | Power | Torque |
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| 2006 to 2010 |
SE | 2,736 cc (2.736 L; 167.0 cu in) EER V6 |
190 hp (142 kW) | 190 lb·ft (258 N·m) |
| SXT (G/H/N/P/R Packs) | 3,518 cc (3.518 L; 214.7 cu in) EGJ V6 |
250 hp (186 kW) | 250 lb·ft (339 N·m) | |
| 2006 to 2008 |
R/T | 5.7 L (345 cu in) Hemi EZB V8 |
340 hp (254 kW) | 390 lb·ft (529 N·m) |
| R/T with Road/Track Performance Group | 350 hp (261 kW) | |||
| Daytona R/T | ||||
| 2009 to 2010 |
R/T | 5.7 L (345 cu in) Hemi EZD V8 |
368 hp (274 kW) | 395 lb·ft (536 N·m) |
| R/T with Road/Track Performance Group | 372 hp (277 kW) | |||
| 2006 to 2010 |
SRT-8 | 6.1 L (370 cu in) Hemi ESF V8 |
425 hp (317 kW) | 420 lb·ft (569 N·m) |
After three years of production, an update for 2009 models was made. This included moving the decklid's "CHARGER" badge from the left to the right, making way for "DODGE" at the left. Tail lamps were also revised.
Daytona R/T
| Color | Year | Units |
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| Go ManGo! | 2006 | 4000 (US), 200 (CDN) |
| Top Banana | 4000 (US), 250 (CDN) | |
| TorRed | 2000 (US), 250 (CDN) | |
| Sublime | 2007 | 1500 (US), 150 (CDN) |
| Plum Crazy | 1400 (US), 120 (CDN) | |
| Hemi Orange | 2008 | 1650 (US), 100 (CDN) |
| Stone White | 2009 | 400 (US), 75 (CDN) |
In 2007, larger 20-inch chrome-clad wheels were introduced. In 2008, a revised stripe package was adopted. In 2009, horsepower was increased to 372 hp (277 kW) by the addition of Variable Camshaft Timing.
SRT-8
| Color | Year | Units |
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| Go ManGo! | 2006 | 1 [3] |
| Silver | 675 | |
| Black | 2907 | |
| Inferno Red | 1137 | |
| Silver | 2007 | Unknown |
| Black | Unknown | |
| TorRed | Unknown | |
| Plum Crazy | 300 [4] | |
| Silver | 2008 | Unknown |
| Black | Unknown | |
| TorRed | Unknown | |
| Steel Blue | Unknown | |
| Silver | 2009 | Unknown |
| Black | Unknown | |
| TorRed | Unknown | |
| Deep Water Blue | Unknown | |
| Silver | 2010 | Unknown |
| Black | Unknown | |
| TorRed | Unknown | |
| Deep Water Blue | Unknown |
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See also: Street and Racing Technology
Super Bee
A new Super Bee version of the Charger debuted at the 2006 New York International Auto Show for the 2007 model year. It shared the SRT-8's 425 hp (317 kW) 6.1 L (370 cu in) Hemi engine, but was available in a special "Detonator Yellow" paint with black decals. It is a limited edition with only 1,000 being produced. A B5 Blue version of the Super Bee was shown at the 2007 North American International Auto Show and went on sale in early 2008, also with a limited run of 1,000. A total of 425 Hemi Orange Super Bees were built in 2009. In 2011, it was announced that the Super Bee will be returning as a 2012 model on the redesigned Dodge Charger with the 392 HEMI engine in "Stinger Yellow" and "Pitch Black"[5]| Color | Year | Units |
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| Detonator Yellow | 2007 | 1000 (US) |
| B5 Blue Pearl | 2008 | 1000 (US) |
| Hemi Orange[6] | 2009 | 425 (US) |
| Stinger Yellow[5] | 2012 | TBD |
| Pitch Black[5] | 2012 | TBD |
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DUB Edition
Created with DUB Magazine, this version is based on the Charger SXT. It includes a body-colour spoiler and fog lamps, 20-inch alloy wheels with 245/45R20 tires, MyGIG Multimedia Infotainment System with 13-speaker KICKER surround-sound system, a 322w KICKER amplifier, and a 100w KICKER subwoofer. Exterior colors are red, black, silver, cool vanilla, and dark titanium.[7]A total of 2,180 Charger DUB Edition cars were produced for the U.S. market. They carried a MSRP of $30,235.[8]
NASCAR
During the 2007 NASCAR season the Charger was used in all non Car of Tomorrow races and the Dodge Avenger was used in all Car of Tomorrow races. The Car of Tomorrow was used exclusively in 2008. However, the Avenger Car of Tomorrow was redesignated as a Charger R/T through the use of different decals. The decals have been revised again for 2011 to reflect the updated nose and tail styling of the production Charger, including the full-width taillight panel.
Engines
The R/T version uses the 5.7 L (345 cu in) Hemi V8. From 2006-2008, this engine produced 340 hp (254 kW) and 390 lb·ft (529 N·m) of torque. For 2009, Variable Camshaft Timing was added, raising power levels to 368 hp (274 kW) and 395 lb·ft (536 N·m) of torque respectively.
The SRT-8 model comes with the 6.1 L (370 cu in) Hemi V8. The 6.1 L Hemi produces 425 hp (317 kW) and 420 lb·ft (569 N·m) of torque.[9]
Safety
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gives the Charger an overall Good score in frontal crash tests.[10] In side impacts Charger models equipped with optional side airbags are given a Marginal score overall, and models without side airbags are given the lowest overall Poor score.[11][12]The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gives the Charger five stars on passenger, driver, and rear passenger crash test ratings and four stars in regard to side impact rating.
All models come standard with Electronic Stability Program (ESP) (except in 2.7 L V6 cars where it is optional) with ABS and all speed traction control.
Second generation
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| Production | 2010- |
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| Model years | 2011- |
| Engine | 3.6L Pentastar V6 5.7L EZD HEMI V8 6.4L ESG HEMI V8 |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic 8-speed 845RE automatic V6 Only [13] |
| Wheelbase | 3,052 mm (120.2 in) |
| Length | 5,077 mm (199.9 in) |
| Width | 1,905 mm (75.0 in) |
| Height | 1,482 mm (58.3 in) |
It also takes some styling cues from the 1968-1970 model. It will be built alongside the 2011 Challenger SRT8 392 and 300C. The Charger SRT-8 returns as 2012 model, which was previewed at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show.
Engines
Engines are available with the 5-speed automatic transmission. From 2012 model year the 3.6 L engine is available with an 8-speed automatic that improves fuel economy by 4-mpg on the highway. The 3.6 liter Pentastar V6 produces 292 horsepower (218 kW) and 260 lb·ft (353 N·m) of torque, the 5.7 liter V-8 delivers 370 horsepower (276 kW) and 395 lb·ft (536 N·m) of torque, and the new 6.4 liter V-8 contains 470 hp (350 kW) and 470 lb·ft (640 N·m). of torque. According to the October 2011 issue of Motor Trend, the Dodge Charger SRT-8, weighing 4,361 lb (1,978 kg), sprints from 0-60 mph (97 km/h) in 4.3 seconds, and clears the quarter mile (~400 m) in 12.8 seconds at 110 mph (180 km/h). It's mechanically identical to the Chrysler 300 SRT-8. The base price of the Dodge Charger SRT-8 is $46,795.| Model | Engine | Displacement | Power @ rpm | Torque @ rpm | Years |
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| SE | 3.6 V6 Pentastar | 3,604 cc (219.9 cu in) | 296 PS (218 kW; 292 hp) @ 6350 rpm | 350 N·m (260 lb·ft) @4800 rpm | 2011- |
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| R/T | 5.7 V8 HEMI | 5,654 cc (345.0 cu in) | 375 PS (276 kW; 370 hp) @ 5250 rpm | 540 N·m (400 lb·ft) @4200 rpm | 2011- |
| SRT-8 | 6.4 V8 HEMI | 6,409 cc (391.1 cu in) | 471 PS (346 kW; 465 hp) | 631 N·m (465 lb·ft) | 2012- |
Police package version
In early 2006, DaimlerChrysler released a new police version of the Charger. It made its debut at the 2005 New York International Auto Show. Unlike the civilian version, the police version features upgraded heavy-duty brakes, a severe-duty cooling system, police-performance Electronic Stability Program, police performance-tuned steering, and a gear shifter that is mounted on the steering column instead of in the center console.[16] In place of the center console, Dodge has equipped the police edition with an aluminum plate appropriate for mounting radio equipment, computers, and controllers for lights and sirens. The vehicle's electrical system is specifically designed for integration of siren and light controls, and other police vehicle accessories. The Charger is in use with many American police departments,including the LAPD and NYPD.The 340 hp (254 kW) Hemi V8 is powerful enough to accelerate the car from 0 to 60 mph (97 km/h) in 6.0 seconds and to a top speed of 146 mph (235 km/h).[17] In Michigan State Police testing, the Charger V8 easily outperformed all other pursuit vehicles in acceleration, cornering, and braking (except the Dodge Magnum and V6 Charger, which stopped slightly faster in some tests) in the first five years since its introduction.[18]
Chargers are in use with numerous police agencies in North America as both marked and unmarked patrol cars. Law enforcement agencies outside of the US have also purchased the Charger, including police services in Canada, Mexico, Chile and the Middle East, including Bahrain, Kuwait, and Lebanon.[19] Both V6 and V8 models are being adopted, with highway patrols favoring the 5.7 L (345 cu in) Hemi V8 engine and cities more likely to purchase the base police package with the 3.5 L V6 fuel-efficient engine. The Charger is also in service with U.S. Federal and military police services.
For 2009, the base Charger police car came with the 3.5 L V6 and a 5-speed automatic transmission. The rear is slightly updated, moving the "CHARGER" badge to the right, and replacing the left with the badge reading "DODGE." The V8 version uses the Charger Daytona R/T engine, rated 368 horsepower (274 kW) and 395 lb·ft (536 N·m) of torque.
In June, 2011 the Police Department of Guadalajara, Mexico equipped its police force with the new 2nd generation Dodge Charger.[20]
Gallery
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Dodge Charger of the Michigan State Police. -
Dodge Charger of the New York City Police Department. -
Dodge Charger of the Amherst, Ohio police force. -
Charger in use by NASA as an ER-2 chase vehicle -
Rear view of the Dodge Charger. -
New York State Court Officers Dodge Charger in Times Square. -
Dodge Charger of the California Highway Patrol. -
Dodge Charger of the Memphis Police Department.
Total American sales
| Calendar Year | Sales |
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| 2008[21] | 97,367 |
| 2009[22] | 60,651 |
| 2010[23] | 75,397 |
| 2011[24] | 70,089 |
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