For more than 50 years, the Dodge Charger and Challenger have dominated the American muscle car scene. In 2021, the Chrysler-Dodge factory continues to roll out impressive options.
When presented with two great choices, how do you decide? That's how we feel when comparing the 2021 Dodge Charger vs. 2021 Dodge Challenger.
If you're in the market for a new ride, keep reading as we compare two of the best Dodge vehicles on the road today.
2021 Dodge Charger
Performance: Just like you would expect from Mopar, the 2021 Charger is the fastest sedan on the market with its 797 horsepower HEMI motor in the SRT Hellcat trim option. The 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive also offers a manual override option.
Exterior: Driving a family sedan doesn't have to be boring. Dodge knocks it out of the park with the Charger's sophisticated, sleek design. Four doors provide comfort and ease-of-entry without sacrificing style. Thirteen exterior paint options mean you're bound to find the perfect color for your taste.
Interior: Laguna leather-trim seating in some trim options along with a stitched dashboard, doors, and console mean you'll be riding in comfort and style. Five interior color options allow you even more customization capabilities.
Infotainment: There's nothing missing in the infotainment department of the 2021 Charger. UConnect allows for smartphone connectivity with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. A touchscreen display makes for easy navigation and entertainment.
Available Trims: Dodge offers five different trims with seven different configurations to give you a customized Mopar experience in your sporty family sedan. Choose from the following trim options:
- SXT Rear-Wheel Drive: $29,995
- SXT All-Wheel Drive: $22,845
- GT Rear-Wheel Drive: $32,245
- GT All-Wheel Drive: $35,245
- R/T Rear-Wheel Drive: $37,245
- Scat Pack Rear-Wheel Drive: $41,920
- SRT Hellcat Widebody Rear-Wheel Drive: $70,245
2021 Dodge Challenger
Performance: The 2021 Dodge Challenger Super Stock is the most powerful muscle car in its class today. Boasting 807 horsepower from its 6.2L High-Output HEMI V8 engine, the SRT
Super Stock blows the competition away. Exterior: What can you say about the exterior of the 2021 Challenger except that it has the classic, sleek muscle car appeal we've all come to expect from a Mopar product. The two-door coupe offers room for customization in trims with several hood scoop configurations as well as 14 different paint and trim options.
Interior: Offering the most passenger room in its class, five will be seated comfortably in the Challenger's premium leather performance seats. And style isn't overlooked with the red seat belts in the SRT trim and the multiple interior color choices available on every trim.
Infotainment: UConnect is once again offered in all trim options with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto while smartphone connectivity offers hands-free calling. Enjoy easy navigation from the 8.4-inch touchscreen display along with optional Sirius XM Guardian with Roadside Assistance. There's also an available 4G LTE wi-fi hotspot.
Available Trims: Five different trims once again offer seven different configurations to give you the exact options you're looking for in your muscle car. Choose from the following trims for 2021.
- SXT Rear-Wheel Drive: $28,545
- SXT All-Wheel Drive: $31,545
- GT Rear-Wheel Drive: $31,545
- GT All-Wheel Drive: $34,545
- R/T Rear-Wheel Drive Coupe: $35,245
- R/T Scat Pack Rear-Wheel Drive: $40,320
- SRT Hellcat Rear-Wheel Drive: $59,245
2021 Dodge Charger vs. 2021 Dodge Challenger
When comparing the 2021 Dodge Charger vs Challenger, it's important to compare apples to apples. As you've seen there are many different trims and configurations available to give buyers a customized experience.
We've chosen to compare the 2021 SXT models for both the Charger and the Challenger below.
Starting Price: The Charger and the Challenger have comparable base prices. The Charger SXT starts at $29,995 while the Challenger SXT begins at $28,545.
Engine: Both the Charger and Challenger boast the powerful 3.6L V6 24-valve VVT motor in the base SXT option. In the Charger's SRT Hellcat Widebody, you'll find a 6.2L Supercharged HEMI while the Challenger's comparable SRT Hellcat boasts a High Output SRT V8 engine.
Horsepower/Torque: The Charger offers up 292 horsepower and 260 lb-foot torque while the Challenger offers a little bit more at 305 horsepower and 268 lb-foot torque.
Fuel Economy: A tie again with both averaging an impressive (for a muscle car) 18 miles per gallon in the city and 27 miles per gallon on the highway. Their overall average is 21 miles per gallon.
Passenger Capacity: Both seat five comfortably with plenty of hip space, headspace, and legroom. As a sedan, the Charger offers four doors while the Challenger coupe offers two.
Drive Train: Both the 2021 Charger and Challenger offer customers the option of either rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.
Overall Crash Test Rating: Again, it's a tie with both the Charger and Challenger scoring an impressive five out of five stars for safety. The 2021 Challenger is ranked #3 in Sports Cars for safety according to U.S. News and World Report while the 2021 Charger is ranked #6 in the large car division.
Warranty: The 2021 Dodge Charger offers a bumper-to-bumper 36 months or 36,000-mile warranty. As expected, the 2021 Dodge Challenger offers the same warranty.
The Verdict
Who wins the 2021 Dodge Charger vs. 2021 Dodge Challenger debate? The clear winner here is you, the customer. As you can see, the Dodge 2021 choices are simply consumer preferences. Are you a speedster or a family guy?
As far as motor size, speed, performance, and price are concerned, these two are almost identical. We think you can't go wrong with either choice.
Stop by and see us at Patterson Chrysler Dodge Jeep in Marshall, Texas when you're ready to take a test drive. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff will be glad to put you in your choice of either the 2021 Dodge Charger or Challenger.
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