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2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8

OVERVIEW

The Ultimate Modern American Muscle Coupe

All-New 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8®

Iconic Dodge muscle car returns after a 35-year absence

Design stays true to Challenger heritage while delivering a host of modern amenities and “race inspired, street legal” SRT DNA

Powered by a 6.1-liter HEMI® V-8 engine that produces 425 horsepower and 420 lb.-ft. of torque

Each 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 features limited-edition, numbered dash plaque

The return of the iconic Dodge Challenger brings what pony car fanatics crave: ground shaking performance, unmistakable design cues reminiscent of the original Challenger, world-class ride and handling characteristics and benchmark braking. On top of that it features a wide variety of modern amenities and technology designed to delight a new generation of driving enthusiasts.

“The all-new Dodge Challenger SRT8 is engineered to give customers everything they want in a modern muscle machine,” said Mike Accavitti, Director – Dodge Brand and SRT Global Marketing, Chrysler LLC. “The new version of Dodge’s American classic boasts tire-smoking performance and head-turning design while offering a wide array of state-of-the-art technology, such as GPS navigation, ‘Keyless Go’ entry, a MyGIG™ infotainment system and UConnect hands-free communication.”

Developed by Chrysler’s in-house performance engineering organization, the 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 was engineered with a focus on the five pillars of every SRT vehicle: bold exterior design that resonates with the brand image, a race-inspired interior, world-class ride and handling across a dynamic range, a standout powertrain and benchmark braking.

Dodge will offer the limited-edition 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 in three colors: HEMI® Orange, Bright Silver Metallic and Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat. Each two-door, rear-wheel-drive coupe will be produced with a numbered dash plaque, carbon fiberlike hood stripes and will be powered by SRT’s 6.1-liter HEMI V-8 engine that boasts 425 horsepower and 420 lb.-ft. of torque.

With a U.S. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $37,995 (including $675 destination), the all-new 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 arrives in Dodge showrooms this spring.

The 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 vehicles will be manufactured at Chrysler’s Brampton, Ontario, Canada assembly plant.

Performance targets for the all-new 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 include a 0–60 mph time in the low 5-second range, 0–100–0 mph in less than 17 seconds, a ¼-mile elapsed time of less than 14 seconds, 60–0 mph braking distance of approximately 100 feet, and a skid pad performance of 0.88 g.

Dodge Challenger Drivetrain

(2009-up)
3.5L HO V6 4-speed auto
42RLE VLP 3.64 N N 17x7.0
Optional
18x7.5
P215/65R17
Optional
P235/55R18 ASP
P225/60R18

R/T

(2009-up) 5.7L V8 VCT (380HP)
(with MDS) 5-speed* auto 2.82 N N 18x7.5
Optional
20x8
P235/55R18 ASP
Optional
P245/45R20 ASP

R/T

(2009-up) 5.7L V8 VCT (380HP)
(without MDS) 6-speed** manual 3.73 LS Y Y

SRT8

(2008-up) 6.1L V8 (425HP)
5-speed auto 3.06 LS N N 20x9 P245/45ZR20 ASP
Optional
245/45ZR20
255/45ZR20

SRT8

(2009-up) 6-speed** manual 3.92 LS Y Y

LS = Limited Slip. Trak Pak = marketing name for the transmission, shifter, and gearing. VCT = Variable Cam Timing

  • W5A580 with AutoStick ** TREMEC manual

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lol how did i know there would be a pic of it jumping…

2.82 and 3.06 gears in the auto versions, huh? guess they’re making a play for highway gas mileage.

I dunno, since Challengers aren’t the ones that are known for jumping things.

I want to see it in a color other than orange. Like black :smiley:

Disappointing that manual trans isn’t available for a year or so. By the time that happens gas will probably be around $5/gal. :frowning:

Hot :tup:

ewwwwww loook at that wheel gap, so ugly, blah blah blah blah

hot car!!!

Was just reading a piece on this in the March Motor Trend. Looks sooooo hot.

awesome dodge! :tup:

are they going to be making a ragtop version? my dad loves this, but he wants a convertible…

Looks hot…too bad it’s a Dodge.

The car looks hot from every angle. Except for the side.

Sooooo hot.

they need to do all they can for a horrible inefficient engine. So sad too because it still gets shit millage.

This car does absolutely nothing for me, the proportions look very odd.

Performance targets for the all-new 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 include a 0–60 mph time in the low 5-second range, 0–100–0 mph in less than 17 seconds, a ¼-mile elapsed time of less than 14 seconds,

i love this car… would buy it in a heartbeat if i had the money… but thats not that impressive for a 40k dollar car thats supposed pride itself on HP and a muscle car history

too expensive, Saltillo built engine is blasphemy

well they uped the HP in the 5.7 35 which aint bad, but that isnt a one wheel burnout up there is it? because that would just be gay

man, this thing rules. id love to have one

a bit slower than i was thinking

and where in the fuck is mtx

Might as well get one with the v6,performance aspect comes up short anyway.

looks 9/10,finally a great looking american car.