Dodge Charger
If you’ve always loved the aggressive looks of the Dodge Charger, you’ll be happy to note that last year’s style changes injected even more testosterone into this beast. While the base models are powered by a 3.6L V6, the more athletic versions feature 5.7L and 6.4L V8s. AWD is now an option on all, whereas last year it was limited to the V8 versions.
Detailed ratings
| The Car Guide rating | 78% |
|---|---|
| Driving | 8/10 |
| Safety | 8/10 |
| Interior | 8/10 |
| Reliability | 7/10 |
| Winter driving | 7/10 |
| Comfort | 9/10 |
What's new in 2012
SRT8 model more powerful, 8-speed transmission and all-wheel drive available on some models
Pros
- Superbly aggressive lines
- Excellent engines
- Can't wait for the SRT8!
- Appreciably comfortable
- Huge and quiet interior
Cons
- High fuel consumption
- Poor rear visibility
- Five-speed gearbox sometimes erratic
- Overweight
- Front doors hard to close (too far)