2015 Dodge Charger R/T Hemi Test – Review – Car and Driver
Photography By MICHAEL SIMARI
Instrumented Test
is like the high-school athlete whose brothers have gone on to star in college and pro ranks. Indeed, with
hogging the spotlight, the kid brother’s credentials pale. After all, the 392 packs 485 horsepower and the Hellcat lays a 707-horse smackdown, heady numbers that could make one perceive the R/T’s 5.7-liter Hemi V-8 as a little tame.
Do not be deceived. Unless you have an insatiable appetite for shredding tires, the 5.7’s output—370 horsepower, 395 lb-ft of torque—will satisfy most needs for speed. Okay, the R/T is governed to a mere 145 mph versus the Hellcat’s 204, but you’ll still reach the Chinese takeout place before they pack up your food, and 5.1 seconds to 60 mph will leave most sedans gasping for breath.
Track Pack Plus
Surprisingly, given its mass, the R/T has a good dynamic résumé. The driver is aware of the substantial, two-plus-ton curb weight, but the Charger’s chassis tuning mitigates that number very well.
Thanks to a rigid unibody, the basic Charger R/T nicely manages yaw, pitch, and roll. But those who love to drive are advised to get the 29R Customer Preferred pack, which upgrades the car, as it did on our test example, to Road & Track spec. Doing so means a cornucopia of goodies including the Super Track P the Road & Track Performance Group with more aggressive throttle mapping, revised traction control (higher intervention threshold), heavy-duty brakes, 20-inch aluminum wheels, and sportier rubber (245/45 Goodyear Eagle RS-A2 all-season performance tires); and Dodge’s Performance Pages software, which allows the driver to track acceleration, cornering, and a variety of other numeric markers.
There’s a lot of other desirable stuff crammed into the 29R package, too, including nappa leather upholstery, ventilated front seats, heated rear seats (heated front chairs come on every R/T), a power tilt and telescope steering column, a heated steering wheel, power-adjustable pedals, and heated power mirrors, to hit a few high spots. At $3000 for all the foregoing equipment, it’s a must-have bargain collection.
Augmented by all the Track Pack goodies, the R/T dances even more remarkably well for a big car, the combination of quick (2.5 turns lock-to-lock), gratifyingly accurate electric power steering and firm suspension making it easy to place the car precisely where the driver wishes. And there’s enough grip to inspire confidence in very fast cornering.
It’s also very easy to develop affection for the eight-speed automatic. Shifts in the Charger aren’t quite as whap-whap quick as those delivered by some of the very best dual-clutch automatics, but one could call them deliberate, and in manual mode the transmission will hold the selected gear against redline—no autonomous upshifting.
The eight-speed is new for this year and slightly enhances EPA fuel economy versus last year’s five-speed unit, adding 1 mpg to the car’s city rating. That means 16 mpg in urban environs and 25 on the highway, on midgrade fuel, which is pretty good for a big V-8. We averaged 18 mpg in mixed driving. Would economy go up if the Hemi were fitted with direct fuel injection? Probably. But fuel economy isn’t a high priority for Hemi fans, nor for cars operating in this performance realm.
The car doesn’t have many demerits, and those it does have aren’t deal-breakers. We’ve al cutting the curb weight would further improve handling and efficiency. The suspension tuning that gives the R/T its athletic reflexes can be a little stiff on gnarly pavement, and while grip—0.86 g—isn’t exactly a weak suit, it could be improved by a set of real summer performance tires.
Such tires would probably improve the braking performance, too, as 170 feet from 70 mph is long for a car with sports-sedan pretense. We detected no real fade in the system, but the pedal did begin to go a little soft after repeated hard stops.
The Right Stuff
Considered in standard trim and before , the Charger ranked behind mainstream sedan offerings like the Toyota Avalon and the Chevy Impala . But for the owner who wants a strong performance component in the everyday drive, the new R/T has the right stuff for an agreeable $33,990 starting MSRP.
Our test car got expensive quickly, however. In addition to the $3000 Preferred/R&T stuff (again, don’t leave the showroom without it), it had $6975 of additional options. These included $995 for B $1795 for the Technology Group (rain-sensing wipers, auto high beams, and safety nannies); $295 for Driver Confidence equipment (blind-spot and cross-path warning, exterior puddle lamps); and $695 for navigation, infotainment goodies, and a backup camera. Our car also was fitted with a power sunroof ($1195), Redline Red paint ($500), and a black-painted roof ($1500).
The grand total came to $43,965. That’s more than the cheap-speed $40,990 R/T Scat Pack, although still well shy of the $48,380 Charger SRT 392. (The wild and wooly Hellcat opens at $64,990.) In any case, there do seem to be some opportunities for whittling. Okay, the red paint is probably important, as it emphasizes the aggressive styling. On the other hand, do you really need the safety technology, puddle lamps, or the black roof?
Options notwithstanding, this Charger figures as an underappreciated performance bargain in a full-size sedan. It’s everyday useful and ready to rock every day.
Highs and Lows
Ample thrust, athletic responses, excellent new eight-speed automatic, bad-boy curb appeal.
A diet would help, all-season tires are a compromise, ride borders on harsh over rough roads.
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based on the
(A-Body) (1970–80).
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based on the
1965 Dodge Charger 273: a limited production option package for the
1966–78 : a
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1966 Dodge Charger
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The Dodge Charger was introduced during the 1966 model year. It featured a two-door
body design and a four bucket seat interior. The intermediate-sized Charger shared components with the
that also used the . The base engine was a 318 cu in (5.2 L) V8 with a three-speed floor shifter. Larger and more powerful engines were also available. Sales were low.
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1969 Dodge Charger
The Charger was redesigned for 1968, and sales increased. Based on the Chrysler B platform, the model years received various cosmetic changes to the exterior and interior including: an undivided grill, rounded tail lights, and hidden headlights. The powertrains were the same as the ones used in the 1967 Charger. The model was not successful in
racing such as . A more aerodynamic shape formed the Charger 500 model that became the basis for the 1969 .
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The third generation Charger was introduced for the 1971 model year. Chrysler's B platform was modified to meet new emissions and safety regulations. Available in six different packages with cosmetic changes that include: a split grill, semi fastback rear window, and a ducktail spoiler. The 1973 and 1974 Chargers were very similar to the 1971 with minor differences in the grill and headlamps. The increase in sales was mostly due to the elimination of the Dodge Coronet, which meant Dodge offered the two-door intermediate-size body style only as the Charger.
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1975 Dodge Charger
The 1975 model year Charger Continued as a B body car and was restyled. The new Charger was Dodge's attempt at moving the model into the growing
market segment. Dodge expanded its presence in the Personal Luxury Car market in 1978 when it produced two cars in the same class, the Charger and the Magnum.
1987 Dodge Charger "Shelby Edition"
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The Charger returned in
as a subcompact hatchback coupe with front-wheel-drive, and a five-speed manual or three-speed automatic transmission. This economy-type model was similar to the , but with a slightly larger engine. The Charger was available with the
or a turbocharged 2.2l SOHC engine. The turbo was available only with the manual transmission, unlike in the Dodge Daytona. A Shelby Charger was offered starting in 1983, with a turbo version available in 1984 producing 148 horsepower (110 kW) at ;rpm and 160 pound-feet (220 N·m) of torque at ;rpm. The engine was not intercooled and used a small t3 Garrett turbo. In 1985, the electronics were updated but power output was the same. In 1986, the electronics were further updated.
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After nineteen years, Dodge reintroduced the Charger in 2005 for the 2006 model year in a new form. This generation is available only as a four-door sedan using the
The design was intended to be reminiscent of the Chargers of the 1960s and 1970s and the taillights harken back to that era, as do the new stamped hood and side panels. This generation is available with V6 and V8 engines, 5-speed and 8-speed automatic transmissions, as well as all wheel drive (AWD).
In its inaugural year, the Dodge Charger was available in SE, SXT, R/T, R/T with Road/Track Performance Group, and Daytona R/T versions. The basic SE model included a V6 engine, 5-speed automatic transmission with "AutoStick" manual shifting feature, 17-inch wheels, air conditioning, all-speed traction control, as well as ABS and electronic stability control, a CD player, tilt and telescoping steering column, power locks/mirrors/windows, and remote keyless entry. Additional features and trims were available including the Charger R/T with a 5.7 L Hemi V8 with a multiple-displacement system that allows it to save fuel by running on only four cylinders when cruising.
Performance was the feature of the Charger SRT8 equipped with a 6.1 L Hemi engine, as well as conveniences such as an eight-way power front passenger seat, automatic climate control, special grille and rear spoiler, body-color interior trim, special front fascia and engine cover, larger exhaust tips, performance steering gear, heated front seats with perforated suede inserts, power-adjustable pedals, and special colors and exterior trim. Optional was a Road/Track package with 10 additional horsepower, GPS navigation system, 322-watt audio system, sunroof, and a rear-seat DVD entertainment system.
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SOFT-TOUCH SURFACES
Reward your senses with an easy-to-grip, available heated three-spoke steering wheel, premium materials and a choice of eight new trim and color combinations.
AVAILABLE PADDLE SHIFTERS
Take control with steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters standard on V8 models and available on SXT with Rallye Group. These bad boys operate the transmission like a floor-mounted shifter while you keep both hands on the wheel. These new available rev-matching paddle shifters open up the RPMs and align them at downshift.
GEAR SHIFT SELECTOR
Gear up for a smoother ride with an all-new fully electronic shifter. It looks and feels like a linkage shifter, but delivers the benefits of electronic shifting, like short throws and low shift effort.
REAR LEGROOM
Backseat drivers need room and comfort, too. The Dodge Charger offers ample rear legroom for stretch-out comfort and available heated rear seats.
NEW FRONT END
Impose your will with a forward-leaning front fascia, new crosshair grille, new projector headlamps and available LED fog lamps. The double power bulge hood and available blacked-out front-end graphics deliver a bold design that won't be forgotten.
NEW WHEELS
Make a statement. The Dodge Charger offers 11 wheel designs, including seven 20-inch wheels.
POWERFUL PROFILE
The Dodge Charger features iconic muscle car styling and side door scallops. Wraparound headlamps and taillamp add an attention-grabbing touch.
THREE-PIECE REAR SPOILER
A new three-piece spoiler is integrated into the body design for a more refined finish, while a shorter rear overhang creates a more pronounced fastback appearance.
SEAMLESS RACETRACK TAILLAMP
The new seamless LED racetrack taillamp tells the world you're ready for action.
RUNNING BACK MEETS TRIATHLETE
Get Best-in-Class fuel efficiency+ with a 3.6L Pentastar& V6 engine. Or unleash our iconic brand of muscle with a 5.7L HEMI&, 6.4L HEMI& or supercharged 6.2L HEMI& SRT Hellcat V8 engine.
All-Wheel Drive
The Dodge Charger puts you in control with the most technologically advanced available AWD system in its class+. With automatic front axle disconnect, it seamlessly transfers between rear- and all-wheel drive to provide optimal efficiency while still delivering fun-to-drive performance and handling.
No matter what powers your Dodge Charger, you can’t lose—from the up to 300-horsepower 3.6L Pentastar&
V6 engine with up to 31 highway mpg+, to the available 707-horsepower Supercharged 6.2L HEMI& SRT Hellcat V8 engine with up to 22 highway mpg+.
Transmission
You won’t find anything like it on the road. The class-exclusive TorqueFlite& eight-speed automatic transmission+ provides world-class shift quality, refinement and efficiency.
Efficiency
When you drive a beast like this, you never want to stop. So the Dodge Charger offers Best-in-Class V6 fuel economy+ with the standard 3.6L Pentastar&
V6 engine, with up to 31 highway mpg+. The Charger also provides Best-in-Class available AWD fuel economy+.
FINALLY—BRAINS AND BRAWN
PROTECTION IS A PRIORITY
IT'S LIKE PICKING A FAVORITE CHILD
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