2023 Challenger SRT Hellcat Interior

A highlight of the Challenger's interior is its genuine ability to seat adults in the rear, dramatically increasing its versatility as a daily driver and not just a weekend toy. That said, the cabin isn't as modern or stylish as some rivals' interiors. It feels tailored for the driver, though, with the excellent infotainment screen and other central switches gently angled towards the driver, and a sporty steering wheel. It's also a pleasantly quiet cabin, besides the welcome sound of that V8, of course. All models have standard gear like dual-zone air-conditioning, a heated steering wheel and front seats, and the 8.4-inch touchscreen that forms the basis of the Uconnect 4C infotainment system. ParkSense rear parking sensors and a backup camera also help to overcome some of the Challenger's visibility issues.

2023 Challenger SRT Hellcat Interior Photos

Seating and Interior Space

The Challenger's ability to seat five passengers in decent comfort is one of the coupe's strong points. In fact, it's one of the best in the segment thanks to adequate headroom and legroom. The rear seat isn't some afterthought, either, with seating for three adults possible, as long as they aren't all of a larger frame. Seating comfort is also better than most in this class, with the SRT Hellcat getting attractive Houndstooth performance cloth. The driving position has an acceptable range of adjustment. Although we appreciate that the big doors open widely, improving ingress and egress, their length and weight can also be a hassle in tight spaces. Outward visibility isn't great as there are large blind spots, so we recommend the optional blind-spot monitoring (part of the Driver Convenience Group) as a worthwhile add-on.

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Interior Colors and Materials

On the base SRT Hellcat, Houndstooth-upholstered seats in black are standard fare, along with Hellcat logos. Laguna leather seats are optionally available for $3,890 in Black or Black/Sepia, but adding this option automatically includes the $1,295 Driver Convenience Group - and adds another $395 when ordered in Black/Demonic Red. Other choices are black Nappa leather/Alcantara for $2,095, but they require the Driver Convenience Group as well. Demonic Red, Hammerhead-Gray, or Sepia seatbelts cost $395. The bezels and center console's DUB Plate accents can be exchanged for dark engine-turn ($199), real carbon fiber ($599), Hectic Mesh ($299), or copper-weave carbon fiber ($699) finishes. The leather-trimmed SRT steering wheel can get a white LED logo for $199 or its trim can be exchanged for Alcantara with a red or white LED logo, also for $199. A suede headliner costs an additional $499.

2023 Challenger SRT Hellcat Trunk and Cargo Space

The Challenger's 16.2 cubic feet of trunk space is commendable in a high-performance coupe and is on par with some traditional midsize sedans. The majority of competitors don't come close, with the Camaro's 9.1 cubes being an example. So, there'll be no problems with accommodating the weekly shop or around six carry-on cases. In the cabin, small items can be stowed in the large center console compartment but the door pockets are on the small side. Two cupholders are situated behind the gear shift lever, which can be a bit inconvenient in models equipped with the manual transmission. In models equipped with the rear seat, these can be folded down to increase storage, while the rear seat deletion option replaces the rear compartment with a large cargo net.

2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Trunk and Cargo Space Photos

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2023 Challenger SRT Hellcat Infotainment and Features

Features

The SRT Hellcat is well-equipped with features like dual-zone air-conditioning (including ventilation outlets at the back), illuminated front cupholders, a seven-inch reconfigurable digital display between the speedometer and rev counter, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, an eight-way adjustable (six-way power-adjustable) driver's seat, heated front seats, a universal garage-door opener, a heated steering wheel, and a manually tilting/telescoping steering column. On the safety front, Dodge has equipped the SRT Hellcat with hill-start assist, a rearview camera, the ParkSense rear parking assist system, and a tire-pressure monitoring system. On the options list are features like a power sunroof, blind-spot monitoring, HID headlights, and rear cross-path detection.

Infotainment

Despite the Challenger's age, the infotainment system goes a long way to making the coupe feel fresher than its years. The 8.4-inch touchscreen forms part of the Uconnect 4C infotainment system which is one of the most user-friendly setups available - a major bonus in a performance car that requires pretty high concentration levels from the driver. The system boasts standard Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, CD/DVD/MP3 compatibility, SiriusXM radio, HD Radio, Bluetooth streaming audio, an audio input jack, a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, and two USB ports. Navigation is optionally available for $995. Audio is channeled via a sound system that has six Alpine speakers, but an 18-speaker Harman Kardon sound system is available for $1,995.