The 2023 Dodge Charger is the last of its kind, a gas-powered muscle car that delivers everything from optional all-wheel drive to a supercharged V8 engine. If you want to get your hands on a brand new version of this high-performance midsize sedan, this is your last chance! Our buying guide is here to answer a few of your frequently asked questions.
What’s new for the 2023 Dodge Charger?
It might be the last gas-powered Charger to ever hit the market, but this new model year has a few surprises in store. First, you’ll find commemorative “Last Call” plates under its hood. Second, Dodge is revitalizing some fan-favorite exterior colors: Plum Crazy, Sublime Green, and B5 Blue. And you’ll also be able to check out seven special edition Charger models, including a Charger Super Bee that’s specially outfitted for the drag strip.
Who needs the 2023 Dodge Charger?
There’s nothing quite like the Dodge Charger. Compared to the other midsize sedans in the same price range, the Charger is much more performance-oriented. Compared to performance-oriented sports coupes, the Charger is much more family-friendly, with four doors and livable backseat space.
There are five Charger trim models: SXT, GT, R/T, Scat Pack, and SRT Hellcat Widebody. Each level up means more power, but it also means more creature comforts and tech upgrades. The SXT’s base lineup is very classy, with dual-zone automatic climate control, remote start, and power-adjustable front seats. The standard infotainment system includes both a 7-inch touchscreen and smartphone integration (via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto). Choosing a model further along on the list will net you upgrades like heated and ventilated front seats, driver’s seat memory settings, and leather upholstery.
Besides levels of comfort, the Charger also delivers more and more performance gear as you move up the trim levels. Browse the Charger trim levels for upgrades like sport-tuned suspension (GT and up), active exhaust (R/T and up), high-performance brakes (Scat Pack and up), and adaptive suspension (SRT Hellcat Widebody).
Is 2023 the last year for the 2023 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat?
Yes, unfortunately, the Charger will retire its supercharged Hellcat V8 engine after the 2023 model year. That makes this your last chance to drive home in a brand new model with one of these hell-raisers under your hood!
If the Hellcat is a little too much for you, don’t worry. There’s no shortage of Charger engine options. As you may know, Charger engine varies according to trim model:
- SXT, GT: 3.6-liter V6 engine (292 horsepower, 260 lb-ft of torque; GT with AWD: 300 hp, 264 lb-ft; SXT with AWD, GT: 300 hp, 264 lb-ft)
- R/T: 5.7L V8 (370 hp, 395 lb-ft)
- Scat Pack: 6.4L V8, aka the 392 (485 hp, 475 lb-ft)
- SRT Hellcat: supercharged 6.2L V8 (717 hp, 650 lb-ft)
- SRT Hellcat Redeye: supercharged 6.2L V8 (797 hp, 707 lb-ft; with Jailbreak package: 807 hp)
However, one thing all of these trim models have in common is muscle. Every Charger is designed to deliver heart-pounding speed and an agile performance. In spite of being a big, heavy sedan, the Charger certainly lives up to its reputation for speed.
What’s next for the Dodge Charger?
It’s the end of an era for the gas-powered Charger. But it’s not the end for the Charger! For 2024, Dodge plans to roll out EV versions of its treasured muscle cars. The automaker debuted a concept for its Charger EV recently, introducing a high-performance Daytona SRT trim model with what appears to be all-wheel drive. We don’t know much more about this new electric muscle car, but when we do, you’ll be the first to know!