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2009 Dodge Challenger

Overview

MSRP Price Range:	$22,220 - $40,220
Invoice Price Range:	$20,890 - $37,270
Price With Options:	3 Trims Available

MSN Ratings & Reviews

User Rating:	9.2	Read Reviews
MSN Autos Rating:	8.9	Read Reviews

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New for 2009 Dodge Challenger

The 2009 Dodge Challenger continues with the SRT8 that went on sale as a 2008 model and adds the R/T and the SE trim levels for the 2009 model year. The Challenger R/T is powered by a 370-horsepower 5.7-liter HEMI V8 with a 5-speed automatic transmission and power is increased to 375-horsepower when equipped with the optional 6-speed manual transmission. The Challenger SE is powered by a 250-horsepower 2.5-liter V6 combined with a 4-speed automatic transmission. The SRT8 is powered by a 425-horsepower 6.1-liter HEMI V8 with either a 6-speed manual transmission (new for 2009) or a 5-speed automatic transmission with Auto Stick manual shifting.

Flash Drive Dodge Challenger R/T

Flash Drive: Dodge Challenger R/T

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Short Take

The retro Challenger is a comfortable cruiser styled similarly to the muscle-car from the 1970s, but uses the basic platform from the Chrysler 300/Dodge Charger. The two-door coupe has seating for five and a Hemi V8, but a six-cylinder is also be available.

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