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2019 Dodge Challenger GT 8AT

The 2019 Dodge Challenger GT 8AT is a 305-hp 3.6-liter with an 8-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $30,645 MSRP and is rated at 23 mpg combined.

It makes 305 horsepower and 268 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 30 mpg highway (23 mpg combined).

The Challenger measures 197.9 inches long on a 116.2-inch wheelbase.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeCoupe
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$30,645
MSRP with Destination$32,140
Destination Charge$1,495
Engine
Engine Type3.6L Pentastar VVT V-6 DOHC
Displacement3.6 L
Horsepower305 hp
Torque268 lb-ft
ValvetrainDOHC, 4 valves/cyl, variable valve timing
Bore and Stroke96.0 x 83.0
Compression Ratio11.3:1
Injection TypeMulti-point electronic fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Transmission
Transmission8-speed automatic (ZF 8HP / TorqueFlite)
1st Gear4.71
2nd Gear3.14
3rd Gear2.1
4th Gear1.67
5th Gear1.29
6th Gear1
7th Gear0.84
8th Gear0.67
Reverse3.3
Fuel Economy
City19 MPG
Highway30 MPG
Combined23 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Tank Capacity18.5 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent SLA with high upper A-arm; coil spring over gas-charged shock absorber; stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionFive-link independent with coil springs, gas-charged shock absorbers and stabilizer bar
Dimensions & Weight
Length197.9 in
Width75.7 in
Height57.1 in
Wheelbase116.2 in
Front Track63.4 in
Rear Track63 in
Ground Clearance5 in
Cargo Volume16.2 ft³
Interior
Headroom Front38.3 in
Headroom Rear37 in
Legroom Front42.2 in
Legroom Rear33.1 in
Shoulder Room Front59.5 in
Shoulder Room Rear58 in
Hip Room Front55 in
Hip Room Rear53.6 in

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (11.1 % risk)
Tested variant: 2019 Dodge Challenger 2 DR RWD
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2019 Dodge Challenger 2 DR AWD: 5 ★ overall

Recalls

3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2019 Dodge CHALLENGER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Sep 10, 2020 · BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 8.4" or 12" radio displays. A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

Consequence: The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the radio display software, free of charge. Optionally, owners can choose to remotely update their software via an Over-The-Air (OTA) update available as of May 1, 2020. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W30-W37.

NHTSA campaign 20V191000

Oct 24, 2019 · SERVICE BRAKES

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Dodge Challenger and Charger vehicles. An incompatible front wheel and brake package was installed and may allow the front tire to contact the steering knuckle, causing tire damage.

Consequence: A damaged tire can suddenly lose air pressure and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front wheels and inspect and replace the front tires, as necessary. In addition, dealers will inspect the wheel alignment, adjusting it if necessary. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is VB0.

NHTSA campaign 19V758000

Mar 14, 2019 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Dodge Challenger and Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The instrument cluster may not properly illuminate driver warnings. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays."

Consequence: Failure of the instrument cluster to properly illuminate may prevent the driver from receiving warnings about the vehicle's systems, increasing the risk of crash.

Remedy: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. The recall began April 8, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V32.

NHTSA campaign 19V203000

58 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2019 Dodge CHALLENGER

Owner Complaints

58 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2019 Dodge CHALLENGER (5 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System16
Unknown Or Other14
Wheels11
Steering8
Engine7
Power Train7
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Sep 12, 2026 · Visibility/Wiper
“I am filing a formal complaint regarding a premature, dangerous failure of the AC evaporator core on my 2019 Dodge Challenger R/T. The vehicle has only 22,000 original miles.An authorized service…”
Jun 21, 2026 · Electrical System, Engine
“the car shot up in RPM would not slow down spinning tires while holding the brake hard. had to go in neutral and kill the motor, when restarted it would continue to do the same thing”
Jun 11, 2026 · Unknown Or Other Fire
“My vehicle was parked in the driveway with a car cover over it and it caught on fire. The fire appeared to have started by the driver side headlight area and quickly ignited and burnt the whole front…”
Dec 17, 2025 · Electrical System
“The factory-installed Uconnect infotainment system in my 2019 Dodge Challenger intermittently malfunctions by remaining stuck on the rearview camera display after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse…”
Oct 15, 2025 · Back Over Prevention
“The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while reversing, the back-over prevention camera screen displayed a blue screen. In addition, the contact stated that while driving at…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2019 DODGE CHALLENGER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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