Used 2011 Dodge Charger Philadelphia Preview
The Charger has been redesigned for 2011 and is a true rear-wheel drive muscle car. On the 2011 model you'll see more aggressive exterior styling, a revised interior and a new base V-6. Other new features include an
all-new body, all-new chassis and suspension and an all-new interior - all vast improvements over previous models, which were already pretty snazzy. It just keeps getting better. The 2011 Charger was recently revealed at the November LA Auto Show and is expected to go on sale soon.
'11 Dodge Charger Design
Dodge has made the aggressive-looking Charger even meaner. The roofline is reminiscent of a coupe and bears the unmistakably Coke bottle figure. The silhouette has been further enhanced by the scallops on the sides and wide front and rear fenders. The new crosshair grille is darker and squared more, upfront. The front overhang is radically truncated, resulting in the car looking as if it was built for speed. The Charger features tight handling and safety and 15 percent improved visibility out of the windshield thanks to Dodge incorporating the use of advanced steels and nylon composites in the new chassis. Advanced reports indicate that the ride is more solid and comfortable.
The suspension has also been completely redesigned. The car sits lower and now uses 19-inch wheels with all-season performance tires, and electro-hydraulic power steering that's 25 percent quicker. High-speed cornering shouldn't be a problem in this car because of its more aggressive steering geometry.
The Charger is the only car in this class offering all-wheel drive. The 2011 Charger boasts new control arms, shock absorbers, and half shafts with high-precision sealed bearings. Additionally, the active transfer case disconnects the front-wheel drive when not needed. This results in a 15 percent increase in fuel economy. The rear-wheel-drive Charger with its Hemi engine should get 25 mpg on the highway.
The Charger will look just as good coming as going thanks to the full-width illumination of the rear end. Other exterior features include standard 17-inch aluminum wheels; 18-, 19- or 20-inch rims are optional, standard chrome exhaust tips, standard halogen headlights (high-intensity-discharge headlights are optional), standard LED taillights, optional heated side mirrors, optional power sunroof, optional fog lights, and optional rain-sensing windshield wipers.
Inside the 2011 Dodge Charger
Much of the 2011 Dodge Charger has been improved, including the dash but the best change, perhaps is that the leading edge of the roof has been shifted rearward a little. This makes it easier to see stoplights when you're first in line.
The Charger features a 60/40-split folding backrest and a relatively large backseat. Inside the cabin the Charger is all business and features a thick-rimmed, smaller three-spoke steering wheel. The soft, rounded edges of the new interior materials are a welcome change from the plastic trim of earlier models. Other interior features include standard cloth upholstery (leather is optional), standard cruise control (adaptive cruise control is optional), standard manual air conditioning (dual-zone automatic air conditioning is optional), standard 4.3-inch touch-screen CD audio system with USB and auxiliary ports, optional Bluetooth connectivity, optional heated and cooled cupholders, optional 8.4-inch touch-screen system with SD card reader, optional Garmin-based navigation system, optional Alpine premium audio, optional heated steering wheel, and optional front and rear heated seats.
2011 Dodge Charger Lineup
The base engine is Chrysler's new 3.6-liter V-6, boasting 292 horsepower. The optional 370-hp, 5.7-liter V-8 features cylinder deactivation to save fuel when hauling a lighter load. Both engines come with a five-speed
automatic transmission. Rear-wheel drive is standard; all-wheel drive is optional for V-8 models. There are three suspensions available. These include Touring, Performance and the Super Track Pak.
The R/T with its available Hemi V8 and 370 horsepower offers the most satisfying rumble in town. It's available with a 6-speed manual gearbox that was originally built for the Viper.
Conclusions
If you thought the 2010 model was good, you're in for a treat, the 2011 Charger is just about as perfect a muscle car as you can get.Â