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2023 Dodge Charger vs. Challenger

2023 Dodge Challenger vs. 2023 Dodge Charger
2023 Dodge Charger

vs.

2023 Dodge Challenger
$34,230

MSRP

$31,965
7

Trims

10
4

Engine Options

5
3.6L V6 / 292 hp

Standard Engine

3.6L Pentastar V6 / 303 hp
6.2L HEMI V8 / 807 hp

Top Engine

6.2L HEMI V8 / 807 hp

If you’re looking for a powerful new muscle car in the Watsonville area, Santa Cruz Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is here to help! We offer all kinds of vehicles from Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, and RAM, designed to cater to a wide variety of budgets and lifestyles. Whatever your unique driving needs may be, we’re confident we can find you something to love in our lineup! Two of our bestselling models are the Dodge Charger and Dodge Challenger, both of which offer impressive performance specs and racing-inspired handling over all types of terrain. They’re both great choices, but which model better suits your needs? If you’re on the fence deciding between the Challenger or Charger, check out the guide below from Santa Cruz Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram!

 

 

Dodge Charger vs. Challenger: Pricing & Trims

Price is often the first thing that drivers consider when shopping for a new ride, so it’s a great place to help you choose the Challenger or Charger. The Dodge Charger and Dodge Challenger start at similar price points, but the Challenger is ultimately the more affordable model by about $3,000. The Challenger also gives you the advantage of choice, with ten available trims to the Charger’s seven. Here’s the full list of trims:

2023 Dodge Charger Trim Levels

  • SXT: MSRP from $34,230
  • GT: MSRP from $36,930
  • R/T: MSRP from $43,970
  • Scat Pack: MSRP from $50,330
  • Scat Pack Widebody: MSRP from $56,235
  • SRT Hellcat Widebody Jailbreak: MSRP from $82,650
  • SRT Hellcat Redeye Jailbreak: MSRP from $91,250

2023 Dodge Challenger Trim Levels

  • SXT: MSRP from $31,965
  • GT: MSRP from $35,265
  • R/T: MSRP from $40,805
  • R/T Scat Pack: MSRP from $48,265
  • R/T Scat Pack Widebody: MSRP from $54,260
  • SRT Hellcat Jailbreak: MSRP from $72,290
  • SRT Hellcat Widebody Jailbreak: MSRP from $78,690
  • SRT Hellcat Redeye Jailbreak: MSRP from $80,895
  • SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody Jailbreak: MSRP from $87,295
  • SRT Super Stock: MSRP from $89,300

Dodge Charger vs. Challenger: Engine Power

Now let’s take a look under the hood of these muscle cars and see how they compare in terms of engine power on the Scotts Valley roads. They both come with multiple powertrains to choose from, including a standard 3.6L V6 and a supercharged 6.2L HEMI V8, but their lineups aren’t exactly the same. Compare performance specs below:

2023 Dodge Charger Powertrains

  • 3.6L V6 / 292 horsepower
  • 345 HEMI V8 / 370 horsepower
  • 392 HEMI V8 / 485 horsepower
  • Supercharged 6.2L HEMI SRT V8 / 807 horsepower

2023 Dodge Challenger Powertrains

  • 3.6L Pentastar V6 / 303 horsepower
  • 5.7L HEMI V8 / 375 horsepower
  • 392 HEMI V8 / 485 horsepower
  • Supercharged 6.2L HEMI V8 / 717 horsepower
  • Supercharged 6.2L High-Output HEMI V8 / 807 horsepower

Find a New Challenger or Charger at Santa Cruz Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram!

Now that we’ve compared the Dodge Charger vs. Challenger on paper, you might be interested in seeing how they stack up in person! To set up a test drive around the Capitola area, just contact our office and we’ll get you behind the wheel in no time. You can also head to our CDJR research hub for more vehicle information, as well as the latest service tips and auto industry news.

 

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