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Dodge Charger VI (LX) SXT 3.5 (254 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)
VI (LX) Overview:
Dodge Charger (VI (LX)). With 340 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1858 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 3.5 (254 Hp) AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Similar performance to the RWD SXT, with the added benefit of enhanced traction in adverse weather conditions. Slightly heavier, but still capable.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is marginally worse than the RWD version due to the AWD system's added weight and drag, averaging 11.8 l/100 km.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Iconic muscle car styling and presence
- • Powerful Hemi V8 engine options (SRT8, R/T)
- • Spacious interior and large trunk
- • Comfortable ride for long journeys
- • Available All-Wheel Drive for improved traction
Cons:
- • Interior quality can feel cheap compared to rivals
- • Fuel economy is poor, especially with V8 engines
- • Handling can be ponderous on non-SRT models
- • Some reliability concerns, particularly with the 2.7L V6
- • Limited rear visibility due to design
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VI (LX): 2006 - 2010).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dodge |
| Model: | Charger |
| Generation: | VI (LX) |
| Modification (Engine): | SXT 3.5 (254 Hp) AWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2007 |
| End of production: | 2010 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 254 Hp @ 6400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 72.2 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 340 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EGG More details about the engine EGG |
| Engine displacement: | 3518 |
| 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: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 10.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 96 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 81 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.3 kg/Hp, 136.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.5 kg/Nm, 183 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1858 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 460 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 76 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5082 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1891 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1479 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 3048 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1600 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1603 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.9 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 225/60 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 18 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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