Meet the 2021 Dodge Challenger: Real American Muscle and Performance

If you have been lucky enough to cruise around in a Dodge Challenger, then you owe it to yourself to try out the new model. The 2021 Dodge Challenger marks a true retro car revolution by revamping the all-American muscle vehicle with unparalleled performance. Simply put, the new Challenger lineup is built to be a worthwhile vehicle with sporty styling cues, modern technology, and unbeatable road performance. 

With several available powertrains to match your thirst for performance as well as a range of available connective and safety technologies, the new Challenger will offer everything modern shoppers expect from the automotive innovators at Dodge.

Performance and Capability

When you purchase a Dodge Challenger, you're signing up for a lifestyle that comprehends what it means to possess true power and muscle. Throughout a lineup of six trim levels, the 2021 Challenger has plenty to demonstrate underneath its hood. The engine options include:

• 3.6-liter V6 with 305 horsepower and 268 pounds per feet of torque (SXT, GT)
• 5.7-liter V8 Hemi® with 410 horsepower and 375 pounds per feet of torque (R/T)
• 6.4-liter V8 with 485 horsepower and 475 pounds per feet of torque (R/T Scat Pack)
• 6.2-liter Supercharged Hemi® V8 SRT® with 717 horsepower and 656 pounds per feet of torque (SRT® Hellcat)
• 6.2-liter V8 Supercharged HO with 797 horsepower and 707 pounds per feet of torque (SRT® Hellcat Redeye)

With five different engine packages available to choose from across the various trim levels, you can find the right kind of power to enhance your lifestyle. Heavy-Duty and Severe-Duty Engine Cooling are equipped on most high-end models to ensure that your powerful engine option isn't overheating when you're driving around New Jersey or far from home! Some models are standard with a six-speed manual transmission while others offer or include an eight-speed automatic transmission, so you can really customize how you control your new sedan.

3.6-liter V6 Engine

5.7-liter V8 Hemi® Engine

6.2-liter Supercharged Hemi® V8 SRT® Engine

If you need all-wheel drive, check out the SXT and GT models, which are the only two in the lineup to offer it!

Features and Available Trim Levels

The 2021 Dodge Challenger is well-equipped to take on just about anything you can throw at it and that includes the designs of the interior. With models that offer something for any type of driver, we're happy to find the features that match your preferences.

The base SXT includes standard features like the impressive Uconnect® 4 with a seven-inch touchscreen display. You can easily navigate through your favorite songs and apps especially with the standard Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ integration! With standard features like a leather-wrapped steering wheel, dual-zone automatic temperature control system and power six-way driver seat, the base model doesn't feel basic at all!

All models offer the same interior spacing, with 93.9 cubic feet of passenger room and seating for up to five passengers.

Dodge Challenger SXT

This Dodge Challenger stands as the base trim, running on a 3.6-liter V6 engine, which pairs with an eight-speed automatic transmission. On paper, the engine has you cruising along with 303 horsepower alongside the 268 pound-feet of torque, which is plenty to conquer the roads in and around Green Brook, NJ.

That said, the 2021 Challenger SXT also sports these interior features:

• 18-inch alloy wheels
 
• A seven-inch touchscreen with Uconnect® 4 infotainment
 
• Smartphone capability with Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay®
 
• Six-speaker audio system 
 
• Power-adjustable driver's seat
 
• Dual-zone automatic climate control
 
• 60/40-split folding rear seats

Dodge Challenger GT

The 2021 Dodge Challenger GT comes with the SXT base engine plus extra upgrades like:

• Remote start system 
 
• 20-inch wheels
 
• Upgrade cloth seats 
 
• Performance suspension system 
 
• Parking sensors 
 
• Performance steering 
 
• Steering wheel paddle shifters

The new Challenger GT is available with a duo of packages with:

• GT Two-door rear-wheel drive coupe
 
• GT Two-door all-wheel drive coupe 

Dodge Challenger R/T

The new Challenger R/T has you hitting the roads with a 375-horsepower 5.7-liter HEMI® V8 engine with a six-speed manual and RWD drivetrain. Dodge also turns up our R/T model inventory with GT features plus extras, such as: 

• Sports steering wheel 
 
• Remote keyless entry
 
• Power windows 
 
• Two 12V DC power outlets
 
• Overhead console 
 
• Front dual-zone air conditioning

Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack

Higher up, the Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack brings true road muscle performance by boosting an impressive 6.5-liter V8 engine with an eight-speed automatic transmission. There is also the option of a six-speed manual transmission for better handling of the 485-horsepower engine under the hood.

Aside from the engine, this new Challenger expects to have our Green Brook, NJ customers fall for features that include:

• An 8.4-inch touchscreen with Uconnect® 4C infotainment system
 
• Premium six-speaker audio system
 
• Launch control
 
• Multiple drive mode configurations
 
• Xenon headlights
 
• Brembo performance brake system 
 
• High-performance suspension
 
• The heated steering wheel and front seats

Dodge Challenger SRT® Hellcat

As the name suggests, the SRT® Hellcat is a true aggressive roadster with a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine capable of 717 horsepower and 656 pound-feet of torque. Like other new Challengers, the Hellcat also runs on an eight-speed automatic transmission with the six-speed manual transmission being optional.

In terms of trim-specific features, the SRT® Hellcat will have you cruising around Green Brook, NJ with:

• Unique front grille
 
• Flat-bottom steering wheel 
 
• All-performance tires
 
• Six-piston Brembo brakes 
 
• Exterior and Interior SRT® Hellcat badges

Find Your 2021 Dodge Challenger Match 

For those dreaming of the new 2021 Dodge Challenger, now is your chance to make your appointment to get your hands on any trim level from our inventory. You can bet that our experts at Liccardi Chrysler Dodge Ram are anxious to help set you up with a test drive today!