2009 Dodge Charger

At a Glance

Pricing $24,535 - $40,370
Drive Types RWD, AWD
Engines 2.7l V6, 3.5l V6, 5.7l V8, 6.1l V8
Transmissions A4, A5
Fuel Economy 13-18 (city), 18-26 (highway)

A fabled name from the past returns in the form of a 4-door sedan. The Charger recalls the legendary Mopar muscle car from the 1960's. No Charger would be complete without a HEMI V-8 (5.7L), an upgrade from the standard 3.5L V-6. Both engines are mated to a 5-speed automatic. Dodge estimates 0-60 mph in 6.0 seconds for a HEMI equipped Charger. A Performance Handling Group sharpens the Charger's reflexes with 18" wheels and tires, tuned suspension, sport seats, and self-leveling dampers. The SRT8 package ups the performance even further with a 425 hp 6.1L V8 and 20 inch wheels and tires.

What Changed:

Updated 5.7L Hemi V8 offers improved horsepower and fuel economy. All-wheel-drive models are now equipped to automatically disengage the all-wheel-drive when it is not required. This results in improved fuel economy for AWD models. Minor equipment changes include a new chromed grille and illuminated cup holders.

Model/Trim/Package Engine Original MSRP
Charger SE 2.7l V6 (178-bhp) A4 RWD $24,535
Charger SXT G Package 3.5l V6 (250-bhp) A5 RWD $26,150
Charger SXT G Package 3.5l V6 (250-bhp) A5 AWD $29,490
Charger SXT H Package 3.5l V6 (250-bhp) A5 RWD $28,555
Charger SXT H Package 3.5l V6 (250-bhp) A5 AWD $31,965
Charger R/T N Package 5.7l V8 (368-bhp) A5 RWD $31,860
Charger R/T N Package 5.7l V8 (368-bhp) A5 AWD $33,960
Charger R/T P Package 5.7l V8 (368-bhp) A5 RWD $33,960
Charger R/T P Package 5.7l V8 (368-bhp) A5 AWD $35,435
Charger R/T R Package 5.7l V8 (368-bhp) A5 RWD $35,800
Charger R/T Daytona Edition 5.7l V8 (368-bhp) A5 RWD $36,335
Charger SRT8 6.1l V8 (425-bhp) A5 RWD $40,370