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Dodge Challenger
Posted by Alexander in Car Reviews, Dodge on February 1st, 2011
Dodge’s Challenger SRT8 is one serious-looking American muscle car. This is a modern machine that not only has good performance, but serves up a near sedan-like ride quality. The new Challenger also contains all of the safety and entertainment features expected.
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Dodge Challenger comes in three trims SE, R/T and SRT8. The SE, a base V-6 model with 250 horsepower having economy of 17mpg in city and 25mpg on highway; the R/T, with a 5.7-liter HEMI rated at 375 horsepower gives 16mpg in city and 25mpg in highway; the SRT8, with a 6.1-liter HEMI rated at 425 horsepower.
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Key features standard across the range include power adjustable driver’s seat, front and side-curtain airbags, a four-speaker CD/MP3 stereo, cloth seating, and power accessories. The R/T model, in addition to upgrading the engine, adds a unique appearance package, an advanced traction control system, fog lamps, dual exhaust tips and electronic stability control. The SRT8 builds further on this package with more aggressive exterior styling, upgraded interior elements and SRT8 badges inside and out.
There’s plenty of room inside for four passengers and the seats are quite comfortable, but design is largely monotone and somewhat bland. The dashboard and instrument cluster are rather plain. The interior materials are of decent quality, at least, with plenty of soft-touch surfaces.
The SRT8’s have better bolstering and are also covered in leather and faux suede.
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Title › 2010 Dodge Challenger
The rear seats are surprisingly roomy for two adults, with good headroom and decent legroom. The backseat also features a fold-down armrest and a split-folding back. At 16.2 cubic feet, the Challenger’s trunk boasts impressive cargo capacity for this segment.
Standard Dodge Challenger safety features include antilock brakes, side curtain airbags for both rows of seats, a stability system, emergency fuel shut-off device, automatic locking retractors, front pretensioners with force limiters and trunk anti-trap device. For full list of safety features check the list bellow.
2010 Dodge Challenger Features
Trim: SE
Exterior, Design, Paint & Finish
– Body Color Fuel Filler Door
– Front and Rear Body Color Bumpers
– Front Air Dam
– Metallic Paint (If Selected)
– Chrome Grille
Seats
– Rear 60/40 Split Folding Bench Seat With Integral Headrests and Fold-Down Center Armrest
– Front Dual Reclining Bucket Seats With Driver Adjustable Seat Height and Adjustable Headrests
– Theater Style Rear Seating
– Easy Entry Seat
– Cloth Seats
– Front Dual Manual Lumbar Support
– Driver Power Seat Adjusts 8 Ways Total
Instrumentation
– Tachometer
– Electroluminescent Instrumentation
– Cruise Control
– Tire Pressure Monitor
– Steering Wheel Mounted Controls For Cruise Control
– Digital Clock
Storage
– Front Dual Door Mounted Storage
– Coinholder
– Front Dual Seatback Storage Pockets
– Coinholder
– Lockable Glovebox
– Front Covered Lower Console Storage Located On Floor
– 2 Front and 2 Rear; 4 Cupholders Total
Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering
– Carpet Located In Passenger Cabin and Cargo Area
– Front Carpeted Floor Mats
– Rear Carpeted Floor Mats
Exterior Lighting
– Halogen Headlights
Safety
– Rear 3-Point Center Seatbelt
– L A T C H
– Crumple Zones
– Side Guard Door Beams
– Driver Airbag With Multi-Stage Deployment
– Crash Sensor
– Front Side Airbags
– Front and Rear Side Head Curtain Airbags
– Passenger Airbag With Multi-Stage Deployment
– Emergency Fuel Shut-Off Device
– Automatic Locking Retractors
– Front Pretensioners With Force Limiters
– Trunk Anti-Trap Device
– Front and Rear 3-Point Seatbelts
Braking & Traction
– Front Power 320-mm X 28-mm Vented Disc and Rear Power 320-mm X 10-mm Solid Disc Brakes
– All-Speed Traction Control
– Brake Assistance
– 4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes
– Electronic Stability Control Vehicle Stability Control System Operated Via ABS and Engine Power Reduction
Steering
– Tilt Steering Column
– Power Speed Sensing Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering
– Telescopic Steering Column
Engines & Emissions
– Heavy Duty Oil Cooler
– 3.5-Liter, 60-Degree V6, 24-Valve, SOHC, SEFI Engine; Front/Longitudinal Mounted With Horsepower Of 250@6400 and Torque Of 250@3800, Alloy Block and Alloy Cylinder Heads
Suspension
– Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Coil Springs, Gas Charged Shock Absorbers and Touring Ride Type
– Front Stabilizer Bar
– Rear Stabilizer Bar
– Independent Short-Long Arm Front Suspension With Coil Springs, Gas Charged Shock Absorbers and Touring Ride Type
Remote Controls & Remote Releases
– Keyless Entry Operated Via Key Fob
– Multi-Function Remote Operates Door Lock/Unlock and Illuminated Entry
– Remote Decklid Release
Anti-Theft & Locks
– Power Door Locks Operated Via Remote and Internal Switch With Automatic Locking
– Power Decklid Lock/Unlock
– Vehicle Anti-Theft Via Sentry Key(R) Engine Immobilizer
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
– Manual Air Conditioning
– Rear HVAC Ducts
Electrical
– Front Power Outlet
– Battery Saver
– 160-Amp Alternator
– Delayed Power Retention
– 730 Cold Cranking Amp Battery
Interior Lighting
– Trunk Light
– Illuminated Entry
– Front Map Lights
Entertainment, Communication & Navigation
– Front Auxiliary Audio Input Jack
– AM/FM Radio With 4 Speakers Total; CD Player, MP3 Player
– In-Glass Radio Antenna
Transmission
– AutoStick(R) Manually Interactive Automatic Transmission
– 5-Speed Electronically Controlled Manually Interactive Adaptive Automatic Transmission With Overdrive and Floor Mounted Shifter
– Adaptive Automatic Transmission
2010 Dodge Challenger Specifications
Trim: SE
Engine
Standard Engine 3.5L V6
Standard Transmission 5 Speed Automatic
Cylinders 6
Horsepower @RPM 250@6400
Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy 17 / 25
Combined Fuel Economy 20
EPA Class Mid-Size
Number of Valves 24
Torque @RPM N/A
Turbo (Yes/No) No
Overdrive Transmission Yes
Battery Output N/A
Compression 10.0:1
Displacement 3518 / 215
Bore X Stroke 3.78×3.19
Cruising Range 360 miles
Final Drive Gear Ratio Opt N/A
Power to Weight Ratio 14.9
Final Drive Ratio No
Valves Configuration Single Overhead Cam
Supercharged No
Electric HorsePower RPM N/A
Electric Torque Feet Per Pound N/A (foot-lbs)
Electric Torque RPM N/A
Electric HorsePower BHP N/A
Interior Dimensions
Seating (Standard) 5
Seating (Optional) N/A
Tow Capacity (Standard) 1000
Tow Capacity (Maximum) 1000
Headroom (Front) 39.3
Headroom (Row 2) 37.4
Hiproom (Front) 54.6
Hiproom (Row 2) 48.6
Legroom (Front) 42.0
Legroom (Row 2) 32.6
Shoulder Room (Front) 58.2
Shoulder Room (Row 2) 53.9
Seating (Maximum) 5
Headroom (Row 3) N/A
Hiproom (Row 3) N/A
Legroom (Row 3) N/A
Shoulder Room (Row 3) N/A
Brakes, Steering, Suspension and Tires
Brakes (Front) Disc
Brakes (Rear) Disc
Driveline Rear Wheel Drive
Driveline (Opt) N/A
Steering Rack & Pinion
Steering Diameter Left 38.9
Steering Diameter Right 38.9
Suspension (Front) Independent
Suspension (Rear) Independent
Tire Type Passenger
Tire Width 215 mm
Tire Aspect Ratio 65
Tire Construction Radial
Tire wheel Diameter 17 in.
Capacity and Volume
Cargo Volume (EPA) 16 cu. ft.
Cargo Volume (MFR) 16 cu. ft.
Fuel Capacity 18.0
Passenger Volume (EPA) 91
Passenger Volume (MFR) 91.5 cu. ft.
Box/Cargo Height N/A
Box/Cargo Length N/A
Box/Cargo Width (Wheel) N/A
Box/Cargo Width (Wall) N/A
GVWR Standard N/A
GVWR Maximum N/A
Payload Standard N/A
Payload Maximum N/A
Exterior Dimensions and Weight
Curb Weight MT N/A
Curb Weight AT 3720
Ground Clearance N/A
Height 57.1
Length 197.7
Top Type (Standard) Hard Fixed
Top Type (Optional) N/A
Track (Front) 63.0
Track (Rear) 63.1
Weight Distribution AT (Front) 54
Weight Distribution AT (Rear) 46
Weight Distribution MT (Front) N/A
Weight Distribution MT (Rear) N/A
Wheelbase 116.0
Width 75.7
Doors (Standard) 2
Doors (Maximum) 2
Crash Test Ratings, Sales and Origin
Crash Test Rating 5* / 5*
Sales Volume N/A
Where Built Canada
2010 Chrysler 300
Posted by Alexander in Car Reviews, Chrysler on January 30th, 2011
The Chrysler 300 is a big, fast, posh coupe. The 2010 Chrysler 300 is a full-size sedan available in Touring, Touring Plus, Walter P. Chrysler Signature Series, Limited, 300C, 300S and SRT8 trim levels.
2010 chrysler 300
Basic Chrysler 300 Touring comes with entry level V6 power train, powerful AC, 17 inch alloy wheel, tilt and telescopic steering column, fog lamp, cruise control, full power accessories, eight way power driver seat, rear split seat and audio system with four speakers and CD, MP3 player and AUX-IN pin for external connectivity.
Chrysler 300 Touring Plus adds traction control, antilock brakes, V6 power train and satellite radio. Walter P. Chrysler signature series adds automatic headlamps,
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chrome clad wheels, different suspension system, power passenger seats, power adjustable pedals, heated mirrors, heated front seats, touch screen operated audio system, leather wrapped steering wheel, audio system with six CD chargers. Chrysler 300 Limited adds remote engine start, automatic high beams, Boston acoustic system, steering wheel mounted audio controls and walnut interior trim.
The base 300 is equiped with 178 horsepower 2.7 liter V6 connected to a four-speed automatic transmission. Touring and Limited trims have a 3.5 liter, 250 hp V6 and a five-speed automatic. The 300C and 300C SRT8 feature V8 engines with five-speed automatics. The 300C’s V8 makes 359 hp, and the SRT8’s boasts 425 hp. Most 300s are rear-drive, but Chrysler offers all wheel drive versions of the Touring, Limited and 300C.
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Title › 2010 Chrysler 300
Chrysler 300’s interior is designed with elegance. This 2010 model has got redesigned dashboard with central console. Controls are simple and easy to operate and dashboard is packed with high tech features. Interior cabin space is spacious, simple and refined. The extended-wheelbase models offer more rear legroom.Trunk capacity measures a relatively modest 15.6 cubic feet.
2010 Chrysler 300 Features
Trim: Touring
Exterior, Design, Paint & Finish
– Argent Grille With Bright Accents
– Front and Rear Body Color Bumpers
– Metallic Paint (If Selected)
– Front Air Dam
– 300 Touring Badge
– Chrome Headlight Bezels
– Bright Door Handles
Seats
– Driver Power Seat Adjusts 8 Ways Total
– Front Dual Manual Lumbar Support
– Front Dual Reclining Bucket Seats With Driver Adjustable Seat Height and Adjustable Headrests
– Rear 60/40 Folding Split Bench Seat With Integral Headrests and Fold-Down Center Armrest
– Cloth Seats
Instrumentation
– Tire Pressure Monitor
– Analog Clock
– Cruise Control
– Service Indicator
– Tachometer
– Electroluminescent Instrumentation
Storage
– Rear Armrest Storage
– Driver Seatback Storage Pocket
– 2 Front and 2 Rear; 4 Cupholders Total
– Front Covered Lower Console Storage Located On Floor
– Overhead Console Storage
– Coinholder
– Illuminated Glovebox
Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering
– Front Floor Mats
– Carpet Located In Passenger Cabin and Trunk
– Rear Floor Mats
– Bright Interior Accents
Exterior Lighting
– Front Foglights
– Halogen Headlights
Safety
– Crumple Zones
– Front Pretensioners
– Automatic Locking Retractors
– Front and Rear 3-Point Seatbelts
– Passenger Airbag Cutoff
– Trunk Anti-Trap Device
– L A T C H
– Front and Rear Side Head Curtain Airbags
– Passenger Airbag With Multi-Stage Deployment
– Enhanced Accident Response System (Ears) Crash Sensor
– Front Seatbelt Height Adjusters
– Rear 3-Point Center Seatbelt
– Side Guard Door Beams
– Driver Airbag With Multi-Stage Deployment
Braking & Traction
– Front Power 320-mm X 28-mm Vented Disc and Rear Power 320-mm X 10-mm Solid Disc Brakes
Steering
– Power Rack and Pinion Steering
– Telescopic Steering Column
– Tilt Steering Column
Engines & Emissions
– 2.7-Liter, 60-Degree V6, 24-Valve, DOHC, SEFI Engine; Front/Longitudinal Mounted With Horsepower Of 178@5500, Torque Of 190@4000, Alloy Block and Alloy Cylinder Heads
Suspension
– Front Stabilizer Bar
– Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Coil Springs and Gas Charged Shock Absorbers
– Independent Short and Long Arm Front Suspension With Coil Springs and Gas Charged Shock Absorbers
Remote Controls & Remote Releases
– Multi-Function Remote Operates Door Lock/Unlock and Panic Alarm
– Panic Alarm
– Remote Trunk Release
– Keyless Entry Operated Via Key Fob
Anti-Theft & Locks
– Power Door Locks Operated Via Remote and Internal Switch With Automatic Locking
– Selective Unlocking
– Child Safety Door Locks Located On Rear Doors
– Vehicle Anti-Theft Via Sentry Key(R) Engine Immobilizer
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
– Rear HVAC Ducts
– Interior Air Filter
– Manual Air Conditioning
Electrical
– Front Power Outlet
– Battery Saver
– 730 Cold Cranking Amp Battery
– Delayed Power Retention
– 140-Amp Alternator
Interior Lighting
– Delayed Courtesy Light
– Illuminated Entry
– Trunk Light
– Front and Rear Reading Lights
Entertainment, Communication & Navigation
– AM/FM Radio With 4 Speakers Total; CD Player; MP3 Player
– In-Glass Radio Antenna
Transmission
– 4-Speed Electronically Controlled Automatic Transmission With Overdrive
2010 Chrysler 300 Specifications
Trim: Touring
Engine
Standard Engine 2.7L V6
Standard Transmission 4 Speed Automatic
Cylinders 6
Horsepower @RPM 178@5500
Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy 18 / 26
Combined Fuel Economy 21
EPA Class Large
Number of Valves 24
Torque @RPM N/A
Fuel Type System Gas Engine / Sequential Electronic Fuel Injected
Turbo (Yes/No) No
Overdrive Transmission Yes
Battery Output N/A
Compression 9.7:1
Displacement 2736 / 167
Bore X Stroke 3.38×3.09
Cruising Range 378 miles
Final Drive Gear Ratio Opt N/A
Power to Weight Ratio 21.4
Final Drive Ratio No
Valves Configuration Dual Overhead Cam / Twin Overhead Cam
Supercharged No
Electric HorsePower RPM N/A
Electric Torque Feet Per Pound N/A (foot-lbs)
Electric Torque RPM N/A
Electric HorsePower BHP N/A
Interior Dimensions
Seating (Standard) 5
Seating (Optional) N/A
Tow Capacity (Standard) 1000
Tow Capacity (Maximum) 1000
Headroom (Front) 38.7
Headroom (Row 2) 38.0
Hiproom (Front) 55.9
Hiproom (Row 2) 55.9
Legroom (Front) 41.8
Legroom (Row 2) 40.2
Shoulder Room (Front) 59.4
Shoulder Room (Row 2) 57.7
Seating (Maximum) 5
Headroom (Row 3) N/A
Hiproom (Row 3) N/A
Legroom (Row 3) N/A
Shoulder Room (Row 3) N/A
Brakes, Steering, Suspension and Tires
Brakes (Front) Disc
Brakes (Rear) Disc
Driveline Rear Wheel Drive
Driveline (Opt) N/A
Steering Rack & Pinion
Steering Diameter Left 38.9
Steering Diameter Right 38.9
Suspension (Front) Independent
Suspension (Rear) Independent
Tire Type Passenger
Tire Width 215 mm
Tire Aspect Ratio 65
Tire Construction Radial
Tire wheel Diameter 17 in.
Capacity and Volume
Cargo Volume (EPA) 17 cu. ft.
Cargo Volume (MFR) 17 cu. ft.
Fuel Capacity 18.0
Passenger Volume (EPA) 107
Passenger Volume (MFR) 106.6 cu. ft.
Box/Cargo Height N/A
Box/Cargo Length N/A
Box/Cargo Width (Wheel) N/A
Box/Cargo Width (Wall) N/A
GVWR Standard N/A
GVWR Maximum N/A
Payload Standard N/A
Payload Maximum N/A
Exterior Dimensions and Weight
Curb Weight MT N/A
Curb Weight AT 3803
Ground Clearance 5.6
Height 58.4
Length 196.8
Top Type (Standard) Hard Fixed
Top Type (Optional) N/A
Track (Front) 63.0
Track (Rear) 63.1
Weight Distribution AT (Front) 53
Weight Distribution AT (Rear) 47
Weight Distribution MT (Front) N/A
Weight Distribution MT (Rear) N/A
Wheelbase 120.0
Width 74.1
Doors (Standard) 4
Doors (Maximum) 4
Crash Test Ratings, Sales and Origin
Crash Test Rating 5* / 5*
Sales Volume N/A
Where Built Canada
2010 Dodge Charger
Posted by Alexander in Car Reviews, Dodge on December 10th, 2010
If an automaker is lucky, it has an iconic model in its past that can be updated or revived to
2010 dodge charger
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was much roomier than the Mustang.
Kids wanted a fast Mustang V8, but older hot car buyers wanted the more practical Charger with a big V8. The Charger was turned into more of a luxury coupe after 1971 because of the faltering muscle car market.
The rear-wheel-drive Charger was dropped after 1978, although the Charger name was put for awhile on some Chrysler Corp. cars like the special version of the small front-wheel-drive Dodge Omni. Memories of the 1960s muscle car version were kept alive because a 1968-70 Charger was featured in the popular “Dukes of Hazzard” television show, which ran from 1979 to 1985 before hitting the rerun circuit. Every kid seemingly had a model of the
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Title › 2010 Dodge Charger
“Dukes of Hazzard” Charger.
Utility Wanted
“Today’s buyer of a car such as the Charger wants 4-door utility, along with strong acceleration and sporty ride and handling,” said Mark Mallie, a Dodge marketing brand manager associated with the Charger.
However, the new Charger has been cleverly styled to look more or less like a coupe, with such things as a sloping rear roofline, steeply raked rear window and short trunk lid.
Dodge dealers have been anxiously waiting about a year for a new sedan. Chrysler got the successful 300 sedan about a year ago, and Dodge was given the Magnum station wagon at the same time.
The Magnum has been popular, but many Dodge customers are sedan buyers. In fact, Dodge says its dealer initially have placed 27,000 orders for the Charger.
Shared Components
To keep costs down, the Charger, 300 and Magnum share a chassis and powertrains. In fact, the reputation of those two models should help Charger sales because it has their proven components.
Dodge says the Charger “celebrates all that’s good about American muscle cars in a thoroughly modern way.” Regular colors are offered, but nostalgic Charger buyers can get a few bold “high impact” retro colors, including “Go ManGO!” and “Top Banana.”
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Big and Roomy
The new Charger is a big, brawny looking car, with the longest wheelbase in its class. Its attractive interior has small sound system controls, but otherwise is very user-friendly. The rear seat is especially roomy.
The trunk opening is high, but there’s an enormous amount of cargo space. Folding rear seatbacks on most trim levels enlarge that area.
The aerodynamic Charger’s nose leans into the wind and it has a bold “crosshair” grille and a beltline below the side windows that drops as it moves rearward—then kicks up in the rear door to draw attention to its muscular rear fenders and large back tires.
The beltline also emphasizes the car’s rear-wheel-drive layout, which was used by the old Charger and other classic 1960s muscle cars.
Road and Track
Driving the Charger hard with its available HEMI V8 at a challenging new Chicago area road racing track showed that the car can do fast laps because it has direct steering and good handling and braking, with a linear pedal feel. The power steering is a little light and it’s no 5-Series BMW sports sedan, but most American sedans wouldn’t have done as well.
Later, I drove the Charger with the HEMI on Chicago area roads and found it had a good ride over bumpy roads, although the steering also was a bit overassisted during normal street driving.
The majority of Charger buyers (65 percent) are expected to be males aged 40-59 with a $75,000 median annual income. About 75 percent are expected to have older children, some of whom might be driving Mustangs.
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Lots of HEMIs
“We expect that about half of Charger buyers will order the HEMI V8,” Mallie said. “And they won’t all be males. While some women don’t know about the HEMI’s power-producing features, they associate the HEMI name with quality.”
The Charger comes with a 3.5-liter 250-horsepower V6 that delivers decent performance or the ferocious 5.7-liter 340-horsepower HEMI, which produces 350 horsepower with the optional Road and Track performance option. (A 6.1-liter 425-horsepower HEMI now offered for the Chrysler 300 and Magnum arrives next year for the low volume Charger SRT8.)
The base Charger SE V6 costs $22,320, and the HEMI-powered Charger R/T lists at $29,520. That’s about $4,000 less than the more upscale Chrysler 300 with the HEMI.
Various Option Packages
The Charger SE also can be had with an SXT package. It contains such items as aluminum wheels, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, an 8-way power driver’s seat, a chrome grille, fog lights and an upgraded sound system.
Offered for the R/T is the Road/Track Performance option. It adds that 10 extra horsepower, performance steering, 18-inch all-season performance tires, stiffer suspension, automatic temperature control, power adjustable pedals and heated performance front seats.
Is the new Charger a worthy successor to the old Charger muscle cars? It sure is, and nevermind the two extra doors.
