2021 Dodge Challenger R/T 6MT
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- Photo: 2017 Dodge Challenger SXT in Octane Red Pearl Coat, Front Left, 05-13-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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The 2021 Dodge Challenger R/T 6MT is a 375-hp 5.7-liter with a 6-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $36,150 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 375 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 23 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The Challenger measures 197.9 inches long on a 116.2-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $36,150 |
| MSRP with Destination | $37,645 |
| Destination Charge | $1,495 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 5.7L HEMI VVT V-8 |
| Displacement | 5.7 L |
| Horsepower | 375 hp |
| Torque | 410 lb-ft |
| Valvetrain | OHV, 2 valves/cyl, variable valve timing (VVT) |
| Bore and Stroke | 99.5 x 90.9 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Injection Type | Sequential multi-point electronic fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual (TREMEC TR-6060) |
| 1st Gear | 2.97 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.07 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.43 |
| 4th Gear | 1 |
| 5th Gear | 0.72 |
| 6th Gear | 0.5 |
| Reverse | 2.9 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 23 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 18.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent SLA with high upper A-arm; coil spring over gas-charged shock absorber; stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Five-link independent with coil springs, gas-charged shock absorbers and stabilizer bar |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 197.9 in |
| Width | 75.7 in |
| Height | 57.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 116.2 in |
| Front Track | 63.4 in |
| Rear Track | 63 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.2 ft³ |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.3 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.2 in |
| Legroom Rear | 33.1 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 59.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 58 in |
| Hip Room Front | 55 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 53.6 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (11.1 % risk) |
Other tested variants (1)
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Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Dodge CHALLENGER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Aug 26, 2021 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Dodge Challenger vehicles. The affected vehicles do not illuminate their safety system status indicators sufficiently in both daylight and nighttime driving conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
Consequence: Without visible safety system indicators, a driver may not receive information regarding vehicle safety, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will re-program instrument clusters with the correct software version, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 5, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-140. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is Y58.
NHTSA campaign 21V664000
Jul 8, 2021 · VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, and Chrysler 300 vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "Windshield Mounting."
Consequence: A windshield that separates from the vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will remove and replace the front windshield urethane sealant, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is Y47.
NHTSA campaign 21V516000
19 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2021 Dodge CHALLENGER
Owner Complaints
19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Dodge CHALLENGER (4 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Air Bags | 4 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
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 2021 DODGE CHALLENGER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.