Dodge Sports Cars

The love affair between Americans and potent cars has been a long and tumultuous one, but Dodge sports cars have been near the center of it all since the beginning. Made in the US for the US, they are designed to appeal to local sensibilities. In the past, that meant going really fast in a straight line, but this has evolved somewhat, thanks to the cult following that muscle and pony cars have in the States.

List of Dodge Sports Car Models and Prices

This is a list of the Dodge sports car models currently for sale in the USA:

Model	Power	Engine	Base Price
Dodge Magnum SRT8	425 hp	6.1L V8 Gas	$38,105
Dodge Challenger	303 hp	3.6L V6 Gas	$32,465
Dodge Charger SRT8	470 hp	6.4L V8 Gas	$43,385
Dodge Caliber SRT4	285 hp	2.4L Turbo Inline-4 Gas	$24,840
Dodge Viper Convertible	600 hp	8.4L V10 Gas	$90,255
Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170	1,025 hp	6.2L Supercharged V8 Gas	$96,666
Dodge Challenger SRT Super Stock	807 hp	6.2L Supercharged V8 Gas	$68,600
Dodge Challenger SRT 392	485 hp	6.4L V8 Gas	$49,495
Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat	717 hp	6.2L Supercharged V8 Gas	$68,600
Dodge Challenger SRT Demon	808 hp	6.2L Supercharged V8 Gas	$83,295

What to Consider When Buying a Dodge Sports Car

Dodge offers both 2- and 4-door sporty cars in a variety of configurations to meet just about any performance need. However, it faces stiff competition from local brands like Ford, as well as imported speedsters from Porsche or Audi. So how does the American automaker’s lineup stand up to the competition?

Pros

Incredible engine outputs
Surprisingly commodious cabins in some models
Plenty of space in the trunk
Decent ride comfort
You can have the V6 models with AWD
Pretty good reliability ratings
Old-school muscle car appeal

Cons

Limited driver-assistance tech
Low-scale interior components
Not as athletic as the competition
Fuel economy is an afterthought

FAQs

What are the best Dodge sports cars?

From affordable muscle cars to insane drag-strip heroes, there are plenty of good options. The Challenger is presented with multiple engines, but the price never goes over $50,000 until you start considering SRT variants. In that category, the Hellcat is a well-rounded choice that includes enough comforts to make it livable when driven daily. The stripped-down Super Stock version is ideal for those who want to spend more time at the track.

What is the fastest Dodge sports car?

The Challenger SRT Demon 170 is a special edition car with an insane amount of power. It makes up to 1,025 horsepower and 945 lb-ft of torque using E85 fuel, which will rocket it to 60 mph in 1.66 seconds. Top speeds are illegally high, and it requires a parachute to bring it to a standstill.

How practical are Dodge sports cars?

The sporty muscle cars from Dodge differ from many rivals in that they can act as daily drivers, for the most part. Their dimensions allow for a decent amount of space in the trunk, with the Challenger supplying 16.2 cubic feet and the Charger 16.5 cu-ft.

How much does a new Dodge sports car cost?

One of the best things about Dodge sports cars is their low prices in relation to similar performance vehicles. The base Challenger, for example, will only cost you around $32,000. The SRT lineup is noticeably more expensive, starting over the $72k mark. The Charger SRT Hellcat Redeye Jailbreak edition is currently the most expensive at closer to $90,000.