2016 Dodge Viper

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Rating7.1

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Compact Coupe
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$87,895 - $118,795
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

A howling V10 engine with a respectable power output

The ride quality is stiff owing to sports-tuned suspension settings

Added the Viper ACR to the line-up

Available manual transmission for the purists

Difficult ingress and egress

Impressive handling characteristics

The unique design has its own distinct road presence

Comfortable interior despite the performance orientation

Specs & Features

$87,895

price

645 hp @ 6200 rpm

horsepower

600 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

torque

6-Speed Manual

transmission

8.4L 10cyl RWD 6M

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2016 Dodge Viper makes for an excellent contender in the midsize coupe. With 5 trims on offer, the Dodge Viper coupe has a base MSRP of $87,895, with prices going all the way up to MSRP $118,795, competing directly with the Chevrolet Corvette Z06. As things are, the Viper proposes a very unique offering from the American carmaker’s stable. To match this kind of performance, one has to sheel out more for the likes of the Porsche 911 Carrera S Coupe and the Jaguar F-type R. Only an 8.4L V10 engine is offered, mated to a 6-speed manual transmission. Together, they produce 646 horsepower and 600 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 3.6 seconds, the Viper maintains a combined fuel economy of 15 MPG. Dodge offers the Viper in 14 stunning colors, with the Stryker Orange Tri-Coat Pearl being a particular favorite of ours.

Buying Advice

If you're looking for value when purchasing the 2016 Dodge Viper, we suggest you pick the Viper GT trim that adds improved features such as upgraded brake rotors, two-mode driver-adjustable dampers, a six-way power driver seat, and many other features not including the optional features.

Trims

    SRT
    $87,895 onwards
    • Automatic Front air conditioning
    • Cloth Seat trim
    • Navigation system
    GTC
    $95,895 onwards
    • Simulated suede/leather Seat trim
    GT
    $95,895 onwards
    • Engine: 8.4L 10cyl RWD 6M
    • Horsepower: 645 hp @ 6200 rpm hp
    • Torque: 600 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 3.3 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 15 mpg
    GTS
    $107,995 onwards
    • Engine: 8.4L 10cyl RWD 6M
    • Horsepower: 645 hp @ 6200 rpm hp
    • Torque: 600 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 3.3 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 15 mpg
    ACR
    $118,795 onwards
    • 19-inch black forged aluminum Wheels

Compare to similar cars

Price

$132,825- $182,009

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.45

Horsepower

454 hp @ 7000 rpm

Torque

384 lb.-ft. @ 4750 rpm

Capacity

4

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$65,000- $165,000

Gasoline

8.29

340 hp @ 6500 rpm

332 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

2

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$25,305- $30,610

Gasoline

7.47

200 hp @ 7000 rpm

151 lb.-ft. @ 6600 rpm

4

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$29,990- $49,400

Gasoline

7.82

332 hp @ 7000 rpm

270 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

2

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$87,895- $118,795

Gasoline

7.12

645 hp @ 6200 rpm

600 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

4

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$52,600- $84,600

Gasoline

8.23

275 hp @ 7400 rpm

214 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

2

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$25,395- $28,495

Gasoline

7.59

200 hp @ 7000 rpm

151 lb.-ft. @ 6400 rpm

4

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2016 Dodge Viper vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    3.3 sec11.2 sec-
    4.5 sec13.1 sec-
    4.9 sec13.0 sec-
    5 sec13.4 sec-
    5.5 sec13.1 sec162 mph
    5.98 sec-93 mph

    2016 Dodge Viper vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      12 mpg21 mpg15 mpg16 gal.192/336 mi.
      22 mpg30 mpg25 mpg13.2 gal.290.4/396 mi.
      22 mpg30 mpg25 mpg13.2 gal.290.4/396 mi.
      22 mpg30 mpg24 mpg16.9 gal.338/507 mi.
      19 mpg26 mpg21 mpg19 gal.361/494 mi.
      16 mpg24 mpg19 mpg18.5 gal.296/444 mi.

      2016 Dodge Viper vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        175.7 in.76.4 in.49.1 in.5 in.98.8 in.
        192.2 in.75.4 in.53.3 in.4 in.115.8 in.
        176 in.74.2 in.51.6 in.4.4 in.103.2 in.
        172.4 in.70.9 in.50.9 in.4.3 in.97.4 in.

        2016 Nissan 370Z NISMO

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        170.5 in.73.6 in.51.8 in.4 in.100.4 in.
        167.5 in.72.6 in.51.8 in.5 in.100.4 in.

        2016 Dodge Viper vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          14.7 cu.ft.50 cu.ft.14.7 cu.ft.
          6.9 cu.ft.76.5 cu.ft.147 cu.ft.
          11 cu.ft.91 cu.ft.11 cu.ft.
          9.2 cu.ft.86 cu.ft.9.2 cu.ft.
          6.9 cu.ft.51.6 cu.ft.14.5 cu.ft.
          9.7 cu.ft.48 cu.ft.15 cu.ft.

          2016 Dodge Viper vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            5.3 cu.ft.14.7 cu.ft.14.7 cu.ft.
            -6.9 cu.ft.-
            27.1 cu.ft.11 cu.ft.11 cu.ft.
            147 cu.ft.6.9 cu.ft.147 cu.ft.
            14.5 cu.ft.6.9 cu.ft.14.5 cu.ft.
            6.6 cu.ft.9.7 cu.ft.15 cu.ft.

            2016 Dodge Viper vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              -3378 lbs.
              -3316 lbs.
              -3455 lbs.
              -2764 lbs.
              -4145 lbs.
              -2758 lbs.

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