2010 Dodge Challenger

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Rating8.1
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$23,245 - $41,230
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Old-School exterior styling

Bland interior styling

Base trim gets an automatic transmission and stability control

Generous interior and cargo space

Sluggish acceleration from the base trim

New optional Super Track Pack package

Competent performance in higher trims

Poor rear visibility

Specs & Features

$23,245

price

250 hp @ 6400 rpm

horsepower

250 lb.-ft. @ 3800 rpm

torque

5-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.5L 6cyl RWD 5A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2010 Dodge Challenger Coupe is a retro-styled muscle car that harkens back to the golden age of American performance cars. Available in SE, R/T, and R/T Classic trim levels, the Challenger offers a range of powertrain options. The SE trim is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces 250 horsepower and 250 lb-ft of torque. Whereas the R/T and R/T Classic come with a 5.7L V8 engine that produces 372 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque.

In terms of handling, the Challenger is a bit of a mixed bag. The SE and R/T models offer decent handling for a car of its size and weight, but the R/T Classic has performance-tuned suspension and larger tires making it a more capable performer on the road.

Coming to the exterior design, the 2010 Dodge Challenger Coupe is a modern interpretation of the original 1970 Challenger. The car features a long hood, short deck, and wide stance. The front end of the car is dominated by a large crosshair grille, while the rear features a split tail-light design.

Compared to other muscle cars, the 2010 Dodge Challenger Coupe is a bit of an oddball. It's not as nimble as the Ford Mustang or as powerful as the Chevrolet Camaro, but it offers its own unique blend of retro styling and modern performance. In conclusion, the 2010 Dodge Challenger Coupe is a stylish and powerful car that can appeal to a wide range of buyers.

Whether you're looking for a comfortable cruiser or a powerful muscle car, the Challenger has something to offer. It's not the most refined or capable car in its class, but it's definitely one of the most unique and eye-catching. We have over 8794 listings on the Dodge Challenger on our website ranging from $3,995 to $199,995.

Buying Advice

For this year;s Dodge Challenger., we recommend going all out with the SRT8 trim. It adds the iconic twin black stripes and dual scoops to the hood and comes with 20-inch alloy wheels, and sportier suspension and steering. It takes up all of the optional additions from the lower trims such as Brembo Brakes, leather upholstery, and heated front sport seats and adds them to its roster. The one addition we would recommend to this already perfect coupe is the Super Track Pack which is like a regular Track Pack on steroids adding performance tires, a bigger rear stabilizer, and much more. We especially liked the Dark Titanium Metallic Clearcoat, Deep Water Blue Pearlcoat, and Inferno Red Crystal Pearlcoat paint schemes as they reflect the Challenger’s outrageous performance.

Trims

    SE
    $23,245 onwards
    • Engine: 3.5L 6cyl RWD 5A
    • Horsepower: 250 hp @ 6400 rpm hp
    • Torque: 250 lb.-ft. @ 3800 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.3 sec
    • Top Speed: 114 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 20 mpg
    R/T
    $30,860 onwards
    • Engine: 5.7L 8cyl RWD 5A
    • Horsepower: 372 hp @ 5200 rpm hp
    • Torque: 400 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 5.1 sec
    • Top Speed: 138 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 19 mpg
    R/T Classic
    $30,860 onwards
    • Engine: 5.7L 8cyl RWD 5A
    • Horsepower: 372 hp @ 5200 rpm hp
    • Torque: 400 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 5.1 sec
    • Top Speed: 138 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 19 mpg
    SRT8
    $41,230 onwards
    • Engine: 6.1L 8cyl RWD 5A
    • Horsepower: 425 hp @ 6200 rpm hp
    • Torque: 420 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 4.7 sec
    • Top Speed: 172 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 17 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$182,800- $207,700

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.08

Horsepower

552 hp @ 6100 rpm

Torque

479 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

Capacity

4

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$21,395- $36,395

Gasoline

8.51

210 hp @ 5300 rpm

240 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

4

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2010 Dodge Challenger vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    7.3 sec15.6 sec114 mph
    4.3 sec12.9 sec-
    6.9 sec15.4 sec112 mph

    2010 Dodge Challenger vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      17 mpg25 mpg20 mpg18 gal.306/450 mi.
      16 mpg26 mpg21 mpg16 gal.288/416 mi.
      10 mpg17 mpg13 mpg23.8 gal.238/404.6 mi.

      2010 Dodge Challenger vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        197.7 in.75.7 in.57.1 in.5.7 in.116 in.
        189.1 in.75.4 in.54.7 in.-108.1 in.
        188.1 in.80.1 in.55.6 in.-107.1 in.

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        185.9 in.75 in.50.4 in.6.2 in.107.9 in.

        2010 Aston Martin DB9

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        185.5 in.74 in.50 in.-108 in.

        2010 Scion TC

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        174 in.69.1 in.55.7 in.5.2 in.106.3 in.

        2010 Dodge Challenger vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
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          16.2 cu.ft.91.5 cu.ft.32 cu.ft.
          13.1 cu.ft.89 cu.ft.13.1 cu.ft.
          13.4 cu.ft.83.3 cu.ft.-

          2010 Dodge Challenger vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            32 cu.ft.16.2 cu.ft.32 cu.ft.
            -13.4 cu.ft.-
            13.1 cu.ft.13.1 cu.ft.13.1 cu.ft.

            2010 Dodge Challenger vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              1000 lbs.1259 lbs.3720 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-3400 lbs.
              -992 lbs.5258 lbs.

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