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Dodge Charger VII (LD, facelift 2015) SXT 3.6 Pentastar V6 (292 Hp) AWD Automatic
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Dodge Charger:
The Dodge Charger is a model of automobile marketed by Dodge in various forms over eight generations since 1966.
The first Charger was a show car in 1964. A 1965 Charger II concept car resembled the 1966 production version.
In the United States, the Charger nameplate has been used on mid-size cars, personal luxury coupes, subcompact hatchbacks, and full-size sedans.
The 1966 Charger was an effort by Dodge to produce an upscale, upsized pony car. American Motors Corporation had already introduced a very similar vehicle in 1965, the Rambler Marlin, which was positioned as a personal car, an emerging market niche....(Read more on Wikipedia)
VII (LD, facelift 2015) Overview:
Dodge Charger (VII (LD, facelift 2015)). With 353 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1900 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
SXT 3.6 Pentastar V6 (292 Hp) AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Combines the proven Pentastar V6 with all-wheel drive, offering confident performance and improved grip in adverse weather conditions.
Fuel Economy
Slightly higher fuel consumption than its RWD counterpart due to AWD, but still competitive for a large, all-wheel-drive sedan.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Aggressive and distinctive styling
- • Spacious interior and large trunk
- • Wide range of powerful engine options, from V6 to supercharged V8
- • Comfortable ride for long journeys
- • Available AWD for improved traction
Cons:
- • Interior materials can feel less premium than some rivals
- • Fuel economy can be poor with V8 engines
- • Large size can make city maneuvering and parking challenging
- • Visibility can be limited due to thick pillars
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VII (LD): 2013 - 2014).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dodge |
| Model: | Charger |
| Generation: | VII (LD, facelift 2015) |
| Modification (Engine): | SXT 3.6 Pentastar V6 (292 Hp) AWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2015 |
| End of production: | 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 292 Hp @ 6350 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 81 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 353 Nm @ 4800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | ERB [Same engine] More details about the engine ERB |
| Engine displacement: | 3604 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.6 l |
| Coolant: | 9.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 96 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.5 kg/Hp, 153.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.4 kg/Nm, 185.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1900 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 467 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 454 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5040 mm mm [37mm less] |
| Width: | 1905 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1479 mm mm [3mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 3052 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1610 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1620 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 124 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.8 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 345 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 320 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 235/55 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | 7.5J x 19 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
Your first impression of the Dodge Charger in one word? Go!