6 Reasons Why The 2020 Dodge Charger is An Amazing Car To Get in Louisville, KY

If you’re looking for a power-packed car that can double as a family hauler, the 2020 Dodge Charger is an ideal option. This full-size car delivers an exhilarating driving experience with its potent engine lineup and a comfortable, pleasant ride with its composed handling and roomy cabin. It’s available in six trim levels to suit a wide range of car buyers: the base SXT, GT, R/T, R/T Scat Pack, R/T Scat Pack Widebody, and the track-ready SRT Hellcat Widebody. Check out this comprehensive overview of the 2020 Dodge Charger.

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Exterior

The Dodge Charger hasn’t undergone a major styling update since 2011, but it’s still a good-looker. This muscle car makes a striking statement on the road with its imposing form and unabashedly American styling. Its lean profile, narrow black grille, and arching roofline give it a sleek appearance, while its chiseled front end, scalloped sides, and large fenders add aggression and muscularity. The SXT looks somewhat basic, but the higher trims can be enhanced with optional exterior features such as hood scoops, bigger wheels, chiseled rocker panel accents, and a variety of spoilers.

Power

The 2020 Dodge Charger comes with four engine options. The base engine is a 3.6-liter V-6 that produces 292 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque in the SXT and 300 horsepower and 264 pound-feet of torque in the SXT with all-wheel drive, GT, and GT with all-wheel drive. It’s mated to a responsive eight-speed automatic transmission.

If you want a true Dodge Charger experience, you should opt for one of the V-8 engines. The mildest among them is the 5.7-liter V-8 that powers the R/T. Rated at 370 horsepower and 395 pound-feet of torque, this engine enables the car to sprint from zero to 60 mph in less than six seconds. Next up is the R/T Scat Pack’s 6.4-liter V-8, which puts out 485 horsepower and 475 pound-feet of torque and reduces the 0-60 time by more than a second.

The most powerful engine in the lineup can be found under the hood of the SRT Hellcat. It’s a 6.2-liter supercharged V-8 that cranks out a mind-blowing 707 horsepower and 650 pound-feet of torque. Equipped with this engine, the Charger can reach 60 mph in an incredible 3.6 seconds. The Hellcat also has a dual-key ignition system that allows you to reduce the engine output to a more modest 500 horsepower.

If you’re concerned about fuel costs, it’s better to get a Dodge Charger with the V-6 engine. Such a model gives you 19/30 mpg (city/highway), which is average for a full-size car. Fuel efficiency drops significantly with the V-8 models. The R/T delivers 16/25 mpg, the Scat Pack manages 15/24 mpg, and the SRT Hellcat gets only 12/21 mpg.

Handling

The driving dynamics of the new Dodge Charger live up to its hype. Despite its size, the sedan is surprisingly agile and composed around turns, showing minimal body lean. Thanks to its well-tuned suspension, it’s able to glide smoothly over uneven surfaces, especially when fitted with the 17-inch or 19-inch wheels. Additionally, the brakes deliver assertive stopping power.

If you want a more spirited driving experience, go for the R/T Scat Pack or SRT Hellcat. The R/T Scat Pack adds a sport-tuned suspension system and Brembo brakes, while the Scat Pack Widebody and SRT Hellcat get an adaptive suspension, larger Brembo brakes, and wider tires.

Interior

The 2020 Dodge Charger can seat five people. Its front seats are well-cushioned and supportive and provide more than adequate headroom and legroom even for tall adults. The rear seats can accommodate three adults somewhat comfortably. The cabin is quiet, solidly built, and features many soft-touch surfaces. In addition, the Charger offers 16.5 cubic feet of storage space in its trunk, which is about average for its class.

Safety

As for safety features, the Dodge Charger comes standard with rear parking sensors and a rearview camera. For even better safety on the road, you can opt for available driver assistance technologies such as rain-sensing windshield wipers, automatic high-beam headlamps, forward-collision alert, blind-spot monitors, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane departure alert, and rear cross-traffic warning.

Trim Levels and Prices

The trim levels of the 2020 Dodge Charger vary significantly in terms of features. Find out about the price and features of each trim to determine which one suits you best.

• SXT: Starting at $29,895, the base SXT is fitted with cloth upholstery, power front seats, push-button start, remote start, a Uconnect infotainment system, a 7-inch touch screen display, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, satellite radio, two USB ports, a six-speaker sound system, and 17-inch alloy wheels.
• GT: With a base price of $31,895, the GT includes all the features of the SXT, plus dual-zone automatic climate control, an 8.4-inch touch screen display, a Wi-Fi hotspot, HD radio, 20-inch wheels, a more aggressive-looking front bumper, a hood scoop, and a rear lip spoiler.
• R/T: If you plan to get the R/T, you have to spend at least $36,395. This model offers the same features as the GT, but it’s equipped with a V-8 engine.
• R/T Scat Pack: The R/T Scat Pack comes with a starting price of $39,995. It offers heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, an upgraded cooling system, line lock, and launch control modes, stiffer suspension, high-performance Brembo brakes, and a limited-slip rear differential.
• R/T Scat Pack Widebody: Starting at $45,995, the R/T Scat Pack Widebody offers the same engine and core features as the regular Scat Pack. However, it has wider fenders for a meaner appearance and an adaptive suspension system for improved handling.
• SRT Hellcat: The Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat will cost you at least $71,745. Other than a supercharged V-8 engine, it also adds leather upholstery, cooled front seats, and heated back seats. You should note that many active safety features aren’t available on this trim, including forward collision alert and adaptive cruise control.

If you want to know if the 2020 Dodge Charger is the right car for you and your family, the best way to find out is to take a test drive at Oxmoor Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.