Model Tested: 2019 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack Widebody
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Engine:6.4-liter V-8, 485 horsepower, 475 lb-ft torque
Transmission: 8-speed automatic, rear-wheel-drive
EPA Rating: 15-mpg city, 24-mpg highway, 18-mpg combined
Base Price: $39,245
As Tested: $56,600
Performance:
Tons of torque and horsepower
Exciting exhaust under hard acceleration, but muted otherwise
Wide stance and sticky tires make twisty roads great fun
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Reasonable highway mileage if you’re easy on throttle
Sophisticated drive modes: track, sport, custom, auto, eco, and valet
Custom setting for traction, transmission, suspension, steering
Launch control, launch assist, line lock for aggressive starts
Paddle shifters for excellent automatic transmission
Strong Brembo brakes
Huge 20×11-inch forged wheels and
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305/35ZR20 Pirelli tires
Comfort:
Super stretch-out NBA player front legroom
Very supportive seats with deep side bolsters
Heated and vented front seats
Heated steering wheel
Power tilt/telescopic column
Three-passenger back seat, but in/out tight
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Utility:
Large locking glovebox
Medium size console bin
Split, folding back seats
Good size trunk
High lift-over
WOW Factors:
Incredible power, but very manageable
Beautiful, classic muscle car styling
Quiet, comfortable interior
Sporty handling, but not harsh
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Superlative, symphonic exhaust (for enthusiasts)
Whines:
The long hood takes a little getting used to
Old style push-to-release parking brake
Odd two-part door bins
Bottom Line:
If there is such a thing as a sensible high performance muscle car, the Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack Widebody is it. This attention-grabbing
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coupe has tons of horsepower/torque, yet it’s much more docile than the 700+ hp Hellcat Challengers. The Challenger R/T Scat Pack Widebody flat hauls the freight and handles like it’s on rails. Still, it’s an easygoing daily driver. It’s priced far below the top model Challengers making it a performance bargain. The Challenger R/T Scat Pack Widebody is comfortable and technically sophisticated. It effortlessly delivers classic muscle car thrills and never ending smiles.
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