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Dodge Charger
2021 Dodge Charger
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$29,995
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.1
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Ford Taurus
2019 Ford Taurus
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$27,800
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.0
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Overview

Engine
3.6-liter V6 Gas
Engine
3.5-liter V6 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 19 MPG
Hwy: 30 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 18 MPG
Hwy: 26 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.5 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
19 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
16.5 ft³
Trunk Volume
20.1 ft³

Photos

Dodge Charger
Rear-Facing View
Dashboard
65
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Ford Taurus
2014-2019 Ford Taurus Sedan In Motion
2014-2019 Ford Taurus Sedan Central Console
36
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
3.6-liter V6 Gas
3.5-liter V6 Gas
Horsepower
292 hp @ 6350 rpm
288 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque
260 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm
254 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
37.7 ft
39.5 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
N/A
Front Wheel Size
17" x 7"
18" x 7.5"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 7"
18" x 7.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Short And Long Arm
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P215/65TR17
P235/55HR18
Rear Tire
P215/65TR17
P235/55HR18
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
23 MPG
21 MPG
City
19 MPG
18 MPG
Highway
30 MPG
26 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
7.7 (2020) Tons/yr
8.4 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
18.5 gallons
19 gallons
Cruising Range City
351.5 miles
342 miles
Cruising Range Highway
555 miles
494 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
198.4 in
202.9 in
Height
57.8 in
60.7 in
Max Width
75 in
76.2 in
Front Width
63.4 in
65.3 in
Rear Width
63.8 in
65.5 in
Wheelbase
120 in
112.9 in
Ground Clearance
5.2 in
5.1 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.8 in
41.9 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.6 in
39 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
59.5 in
57.9 in
Front Seat Hip Room
56.2 in
56.3 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
40.1 in
38.1 in
Rear Seat Headroom
36.6 in
37.8 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
57.9 in
56.9 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
56.1 in
55.8 in

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,964 lbs
3,917 lbs

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
16.5 ft³
20.1 ft³

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • F8 Green
  • Frostbite
  • Go Mango
  • Granite Pearlcoat
  • Hellraisin
  • Indigo Blue
  • Octane Red Pearlcoat
  • Pitch Black Clearcoat
  • Sinamon Stick
  • Smoke Show
  • Torred Clearcoat
  • Triple Nickel Clearcoat
  • White Knuckle Clearcoat
  • Agate Black
  • Blue Metallic
  • Ingot Silver Metallic
  • Magnetic Metallic
  • Oxford White

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Optional
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Optional
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Standard
Not Available
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Optional
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Optional
Not Available

Comfort

Navigation System
Optional
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Optional
Not Available
Climate Control
Optional
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Heated Rear Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Heated Steering Wheel
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Not Available
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Optional
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Not Available
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Not Available
Seat Memory
Optional
Not Available
Universal Garage Door Opener
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Not Available
Telematics
Optional
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Optional
Not Available
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Optional
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Optional
Not Available
Lane Keeping Assist
Optional
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
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