Dodge Challenger: Should You Buy The SXT Over The R/T, SRT Or Hellcat?
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- In this video we drive a 2014 Dodge Challenger SXT Plus and make the argument that you should purchase it over the R/T, SRT and Hellcat. David takes his experience of driving the entire 2015 Challenger lineup on the road and track and talks about what is the smartest car to own.
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Some people ego trippin... Why do people care what other people drive? You tube comments really bring out the best and worst in people... smh.
Here's another take on it.
If you're buying a Challenger cuz you LOVE the "look" (nothing on the road looks like it) and a lot of HP isn't what really matters to you get the SXT V6.
If you're a gear head and pure muscle is your first priority get the HEMI, you won't be happy with the V6.
Very true comment and tanks for watching.
David Hurth Tank you, Tank You very much! :)
+Motor City Man Tanks for telling people about the Hemi vs the V6. Without you; motorists wouldn't have ever heard of the Hemi.
D3X1M3REMIXED
And without you people wouldn't know what an eyeball is!
The 3.6 V6 is a great compromise of power and gas mileage.
I get 31MPG with mine all highway with the cruise set to 70mph. Also the SXT handles better with hundreds of pounds of less weight over the front end.
The 5.7 V8 Hemi gets about 5MPG less on the highway, that's about 100 miles less per tank if that matters to anyone.
I drive vehicles for CHRYSLER.
+Motor City Man You are just the bargain Chrysler was looking for. No wonder you can't afford a real car. 250 lbs is surely added when your fat-ass wife is sitting over the right front tire, which makes having 35 mpg drastically lower. Also, I'm sure that with her chewed bubblegum-for-ass, you're only able to make right turns. Good luck with your math class in community college.
I got the sxt plus and I'm not regretting it. The car is beautiful!!!! unless you are racing, all that power under the hood goes to waste anyways. My car has plenty of scoot and comfortability for my every day driver. So save your self a few thousand dollars, and save some money on gas.
he said scoot....
Yes indeed
@@mauricejohnson136 indeed yes
What good is a V8 if you're not exempt from the speed limit laws. All dressed up and nowhere to go.
+John Smith well, your mistake is that you're being a sensible person.
LOL, I know right! I have 300hp charger and I can't even use all of it because of traffic, speed limits, two lane highways and stop signs. I already know if I had a v8 I would go to jail! V6 is more than I'll ever need.
thank you.
Tell yourself what you need to hear
thats assuming that you cant get away with speeding
Get whatever model you want and screw what people think. You are the one driving it everyday. I personally will go with SXT because I mostly drive highways back and forth from work, vacations, etc.
+Jonathan Tyer Exactly. If you know your gonna race get something that does that. If you know its a everyday driver get what YOU need.
just dont get caught at a green light next to an R/T---cause when you rev it out, it picks up and goes lol
Mark Halpin i manage to beat a rt challenger in my v6 challenger, i installed high performance parts, and nitrous in my car and also did a tune on it and beat him easily.
@@joseavila2443 Sure, but remember the sign on the wall at the speed shop!
"Speed costs money. How fast do you want to go?"
Everywhere, there's someone who wants to go faster than you!
Sometimes us muscle guys don't like visiting the gas station a lot so therefore we like the v6 every once in awhile
Caleb Stanley Then you aren’t a muscle car guy plain and simple.
Yeah that’s why
@@sidewayzsrt706 Yeah, I'm not going to let anybody decide whether or not I'm a muscle guy. That shit is in my blood, and I love muscle, dodge specifically. I could afford the hellcat, but I'd rather go with an sxt to save tons of money. I'll use the sxt as a daily and while I'm saving money on gas, I'll use that savings for a demon, 1320, hellcat or scatpack
This is an amazing car! My husband bought me one last night and I instantly fell in love with it! The car handles fantastically! I had to make a quick run to the nearest Wal-Mart late last night and it got 24.4 mpg. I was impressed with that. It can get up to 27 mpg. These cars are so beautiful and comfortable. It has a great safety rating. The insurance on this car was at a pretty great price. I was really impressed with size of the trunk and the you can fold down your back seats to be able to haul larger items. If you get one, you will not be disappointed!
Have to agree that they are pretty good cars. We use ours as our family car. Interestingly enough it is about the same to get kids in and out of as our Ford Explorer was. I've say in the back seat and can do so with the front seat all the way back and my knees don't even touch the back.
Thanks very much for watching and I hope you are still enjoying your car.
Brandy Cheatham Str8 up, Sista! Welcome to the Mopar Family. Don't listen to the idiots here...talk is cheap. I bet half of them probably drive a 4-banger! LoL! Enjoy your ride. Mopar or No Car! 💖🏁😎💖
Harely Morenstein You're intimidated by women who know & appreciate cars...so you lash out..."honey". 😀😎
Brandy Cheatham y you don't mean can tell me how much do you pay for the insurance car please
Brandy Cheatham how much do you pay for insurance?
Musclecar doesn't matter. Id get the 6 because its a large comfy highway cruiser...which is what i need
just bought an SXT plus and I love it
Me too. B5 blue blacktop package.
I test drove the r/t ,srt ,and the v6 , I can afford to buy which ever one I wanted , also looked at the Camaro and mustang didnt bother asking for the keys I am 6'1 so you can forget it , been there done that with the mustang ,still swear by the 5.0 love that motor, anyway this gentleman has a valid point I chose the v6 for all the reasons he talks about , I think it's called growing up .yea there is nothing like stomping on the gas in mustang GT but when that thrill is over look what your stuck with , a useless tiny go cart. Just sayin.
I agree to the V8. You cannot buy a retro car like the Challenger without the hemi. The V6 is for those who do not appreciate American Muscle. Pass and save for the V8.
I love my challenger sxt PLUS 2015. This car has plenty of go for a daily driver. The interior is BEAUTIFUL. I got the red with black and pearl interior. i Test drove the 5.2 hemi r/t model and was not imlressed with the engine as much as i was impressed with the Sxt plus interior. I would have went with the RT plus model if I had the money but since it was between the RT and SXT plus the SXT plus made me happier.
I bought a 2015 SXT Plus fully loaded (literally every available option via special order) for $30K after rebate and haggling. It's the perfect everyday car, is beautiful, is more than quick enough, and gets 24 mpg to boot. I could have gotten the V8 to receive the acceptance of anonymous internet commenters, but then I have better things to do than listen to my gas tank being sucked dry while sitting in city traffic everyday.
+Hazwaste63 Yeah I love shifting through the gears in Semi-Manual mode. Yeah it's not the same as a real Manual.. but the ability to shift when you want and just auto when you want is the next best thing. The new 8-Speed transmission is what really makes it fun to drive with the shorter gears.
I'm thinking about getting the SXT Plus, found one with some great options. Do you really find it enjoyable?
It truly is fun to drive. I strongly recommend the Track Pack in order to sort out the handling. The V6 with the 8 speed has more than enough pull, plus a great sound.
+Hazwaste63 Thanks! I appreciate it. I like to travel so I think the SXT Plus will be more gas sufficient. Thanks again.
+Hazwaste63 Well from what I hear if you have a V8 sexy college girls will wave you down and blow you on the side of the road. Their wetness for you will be unmatched as they think about the fractions of a second you will save when you floor it to get to 60MPH because there is never a box truck or a mini van or a person thats not really in a hurry to get anywhere driving in front of you on the on ramp. And you'll gain the respect of people you want respect from: guys that have fantasies about driving really fast.
I own a 2014 SXT Plus black with black wheels, replaced the stock exhaust resonators with Blastin' Bob's fat pipes.I replaced the aircleaner in the box with a K&N. I get lots of looks and thumbs up in the car. On the highway it handles like a dream. It is not slow! I know it's limitations, but love the car .!! It doesn't have the deep "burble " of a V-8 but still has a nice "growl" :-)
This video just changed my whole perspective.
Ive been desperately searching for a 2015 R/T or R/T PLUS for the simple fact that the title"muscle car" is usually attributed to a V8 engine.
In reality, my goal is not to approach a race every time I get to a stoplight. I don't even go to the track often enough to need what would be a "track car".
The 2015 SXT PLUS gives you the leather seats (which in my opinion gives the interior an entirely different appeal), as well as better gas mileage, and a lower price tag in general.
The reality of it is just as you said in the video. The EGO is what is being served in many cases by the V8.
It is the ego that tells you that you NEED the V8.
Whos really touching 700HP on any given day?.. & Even if they are... Im not. lol
Thank you.
I like it - solid review that makes sense.
thinking of getting the SXT for commute/work - looking fwd to a little better mpg
I just got the sxt plus and It's just a blast. when I'm older and more mature on the rode a v8 is next
Who buys a hellcat and doesn't totally break the speed limit
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Christian Chirino trump 2020!
After pricing and test driving a v6,rt,and srt i personally think the rt is the best way to go. With the the money you save you can get a few performance parts and be in the same league as and cheaper than an srt. (hellcat excluded)
+mr Garza Good points.
305 mopar ponies was more than 383 ci and 340 ci V8's in 1969..... nothing wrong with that SXT challenger, much respect, especially the SXT plus is with the it's 8Sa...nice cars (coming from a scat pack owner)
Thanks for commenting. The entire Challenger lineup is very good, it is just hard to see how good when you have the Demon on the other end of the spectrum.
I'm thinking about getting an SXT or SXT plus when I get out of college because it will be better for my budget.
A bus pass will be even better for your reputation.
D3X1M3REMIXED There's no bus system where I live or need to go.
yeah the v6 is not that bad, i got mine as my first car owned mine since 2012 ,most people tell me they would of never bought a v6 and that it sucks but i usually wouldnt listen to them since they drive there moms car or a piece of shit of a car.
Jose Avila exactly
Go sxt plus if ya can afford it. The leather and paddle shifters and the 8.4 inch screen ect. All make it worth it
Its interesting reading all the comments and the ego comment in the video. Its true about egos, I have loved challengers since first seeing challengers and Cudas back in the mid 70s. I have always loved the new release of the challenger and really love the packages and options from 15 up. Im looking into finally getting a challenger to go next to my 01 Bullitt Mustang. I love the looks of the challenger, every angle of architecture is absolutely amazing! Thing is the Sxt snd Gt look great they have all the goodies and can run quicker than 70% of old muscle cars. Cheaper purchase price, insurance, gas, but you are missing that v8 roar and some power. But 305 hp is not weak its just we have been spoiled to increasing hp year after year. I keep hearing people say a challenger is a muscle car it shouldn’t have a 6. History lesson: A challenger is a pony car, in 1970 when the challenger came out you had camaro and Mustang just like in 2020 which is crazy in itself when you think about it. In 70 challengers, camaros and mustangs could be purchased with a 6 but they were base platforms, basic looks, base hp, little tires, non heavy duty equipment. Here in 20 the base v6 has it all in comparison for a great price! Im in the dilemma of what challenger trim to get, Im a muscle car lover and love v8s but that 6 is hard to beat for overall function ,longevity and value. Mine wont be a track car it will be a cruiser in nice weather and stored in winter and most likely will be kept in the Family for many years 🤷🏻♂️ I guess I will figure it out I just have to block out that ego.....Great vid really got me thinking👍👍
Good I got you thinking and the V8 rumble is worth something, but most of the time the V6 isn’t bad.
Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts.
SRT 392 because the hellcat here in Canada is over ten grand more... So we are getting ripped off even if it is built an hour away from my house
Well, the problem is almost as bad in the states with dealerships selling cars they don't have and weren't promised.
David Hurth ...well... that being said.. you could Import since the currency exchange :P
The SXT with the smaller engine is okay at best, but it's rather silly not to get the 375 HP version, which is MUCH nicer to drive and matches the heavy weight of this car. The Scatpack is the obvious "deal" getting you into serious SRT performance, but with lesser brakes and suspension versatility. The SRT 392 is for the VERY serious enthusiast. You basically get a Hellcat with a smaller engine, but when set for standard driving, it's also the most comfortable car in the group. The SRT 392 is the sweet spot, but expensive. Finally there's the Hellcat. A part of everyone will want the Hellcat, but if you won't get to a track or have a place to unwind it, you'll own it for no reason beyond Ego. Most will covet the SRT 392 and a few will buy the Hellcat.
You make some very good points and the Scat Pack, from just a pure horsepower perspective is quite a deal. What this was partly based on is when in the SXT (it was another person's turn to drive) the Hellcat passed us at a high rate of speed (won't say how fast) and the guy driving was able to catch up to it with no problem. Now when I drove them on the track the V8 cars are much better, but on the road drive it was hard to tell the difference. Now if someone can afford it, the SRT 392 or Hellcat are much nicer cars and are capable of some great performances. But if you can only afford an SXT (a boat that many are in), then you still aren't getting a bad car. Not to say that one day dropping a HEMI in it won't be there.
The Sports Car Guys I don't think there is anything wrong with the SXT, but personally, I'd get at least an R/T for better resale value. Above all though, if I could only afford a new SXT, then I would get an older SRT, maybe 2011-2012 and they might be around the same price.
focused313 Not quite but that same 23-30 grand will get you a real nice R/T in those years. SRTs are around 35-40 with very few lower than 33k. I been lookin hahaha
+Robert Brody The scat pack is a good deal because you get the 392 motor but the SRT 392 gets the hellcat wheels and break, beefier suspensions and other goodies. At 50k. not cheap but a better value.
I agree and that's why I bought a pitch black Charger SRT 392. I put 16K on it over the summer and it's been bullet proof and fast. The suspension is worth getting because it's stiffer than the SP version or soft enough for a daily driver.
Great video and I bought the SXT plus and couldn't be happier. I had the 455HO 70 GTO the Chevelle SS 396's back in the 70's and still not disappointing at all with the daily driver SXT. What craks me up is the haters that say no it's not a Muscle car well go look at the 70 340 horse power ratings like 265HP or the 70 383 like 325HP and my v6 at 305 and thats not bad at all!!
. So which model is more reliable? trouble free? Comfortable cruiser and best isolation on not so perfect roads?
Harely Morenstein 😂😭😭😂 no
I have had the V8 and the V6 there is really no difference in the 5.7 and the V6 the difference is the sound but if you upgrade to some flowmasters the sound would be good on a V6 I like both of them but they are both over 300hp and under 400hp
V8s have more displacement, there is no substitute for the benefits in terms of driving style, mileage leaves much to be improved, but the road feel is more connected. The V8 has over 100 more foot pounds of torque than the V6, and that works well when you keep your RPMs in the low range and maintain that cruise over hill and dale. A V6 doesn't burble or growl, it won't vibrate like a living beast at a stop light o stop sign. A V6 is more economical, true, but can a V6 switch over to 3 cylinders while cruising? Thats a Yugo.. damn that sucks.. The Hemi switches down to 4 cylinders when driving condition permits, mileage creeps up 5+MPG. True, the RT is not a race wagon like the Scat Pack, the SRT, or the Hellcat, but it provides a good measure of power and responsibility. It also is a starting point, a gateway, to the realm of high performance cars.
If you want a little more growl, then do a muffler delete. The cans in the rear.
Bought the SRT for under 50k fully loaded. SUCH a deal... Plus no issues with traction.
Life is to short to drive a boring car. Also will hold the value since more rarer. Always puts a smile on your face when driving.
When you turn your car on, does it return the favor?
Good points and the quality of the SRT is a bit better than the standard Challenger.
David Hurth How is the "quality" different?
I think he means better options.
The SCAT PACK is the best deal out there!
Which Challenger model will be the most comfortable to ride in on these not so perfect bumpy roads? I love a great handling car but not at the expense of a stiff riding suspension that beats you up. I do like the power. Which options to get or to avoid?
Base size tires? Base suspension?
Good review! My dad is going to buy a 2016 sxt plus I think. I read a lot of comments on here about the V6 not being a muscle car. I understand the thinking behind that statement because I am a muscle car guy. I don't really agree though because with 305 hp it should be pretty awesome. Some of the 60's Camaros had 302's and 327's and everybody thought 300 to 325 hp was awesome... now all of a sudden 305 hp is wimpy???? Everybody used to think a 325 hp Camaro was cool. I bet the Challenger with 305 hp would beat it based on technology and an 8 speed transmission.... just a thought. I can't wait to see my dads new car!!
+DavyDave1313 Right... I agree about the "muscle car" title. I haven't driven the challenger yet but it seems to me 305 hp should actually be pretty impressive. Especially with an 8 speed transmission.
DavyDave1313 People that really know their car history know that some of your first muscle cars in the 60's were v6s. I have a 2016 Challenger Sxt blacktop package. People love it everywhere I go. Alot of your older generation doesn't care if its a v6 because in there eyes it looks like the muscle cars of the past. Last time I was at a car show my car received just as much attention as the hellcat in front of me. I still get the little kids pointing and waving, ladies still smiling, and the gear heads giving the thumbs up.
I have a V6 and thats very true. You have to do after market to make it sound that way.
I remember at 1978 Camaro V8 350 had 185hp.
RWD Dodge 2 door challenger with 300hp and rides and handles like a dream. No Brainer.
One more point on the SXT VS the RT.
The 3.6 V6 is about 250lbs lighter than the 5.7 V8.
Less weight over the front wheels, if you like twisty road driving.
If you can afford it, Super Charging the SXT will give you about 150 more HP, that's about 75 more ponies than the 5.7 Hemi makes......and it's lighter over the front wheels, BEST of both worlds, power and handling.
You did not suggest supercharging the shopping cart. Damn the stupid is everywhere on TH-cam.
You can supercharge the 3.6 to about 500hp. That's SRT territory. Why do you hate on what other people choose to do with their own money and their own lives? Do you need a V8 to compensate for your lack of masculinity?
I bought myself a 2016 scat pack, and sure I don't always use all that power, but I'd still buy it again for the noise it makes alone.
nice I want that roar too. what price did u get it at?
Excellent video! The author makes good valid argument for the V6. As an owner of a 2013 R/T with 6 speed, I applaud. I don't race, show off, thrash my ride, etc. It's just for fun, not even a daily driver.
Glad you liked it. Sounds like you have a nice ride yourself.
Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts.
i have a sxt plus 2012 and im supercharginf it this summer.... It will be very similiar to the R/T afterwards... im pumped!
+AIRSOFT24503 Sounds interesting, we'd love to see how it turns out.
10 grand later...shoulda had a V8
I like your opinions on this, as Im in a similar predicament. I went this week and test drove a 15 charger and challenger. I went in wanting a v8 but dealership only had sxt's left. I havnt been able to find any dealerships within a few hundred miles either that have any new V8s on the lot. So I was kind of figuring just getting the SXT. However, upon searching for accessories and upgrades Ive noticed there doesnt seem to be anything available for the V6. My plan was to install multicolor halo kits, some wheel well led kits, cold air intake, and maybe couple other small engine upgrades but just doesnt seem to be anything for the V6. Also not a whole lot available yet on the 15 models all together, but hope that changes as Im really trying to stay away from 14 and older as the interior just leaves more to be desired. 2015s interior however was amazing.
Did I hear you correct? You would prefer the SXT over the SRT? That's a bit incomprehensible to my way of thinking.
+Mike E Not exactly. The SRT is much preferred it, but the point is for daily driving the SXT is just as good in almost all situations. Having said that if you get a chance to go on the track or have an open back road with no traffic then the more powerful the car the better.
I have a 2.7 charger and I love it I modded mine and about to paint it , last year on it so getting the sxt 2015 for Christmas I'm 21 I can't afford the insurance for the hemi and the sxt base will only be about 19k after cash allowance since the 2016s are out nothing is wrong with a sxt someone my age getting a hemi is asking for death jail or ticket I'll be more than happy with the sxt
I don't think anyone will argue that the v8 Challenger isn't a nice car and it doesn't sound mean, and yes, it is sexy. But, you know what isn't sexy? $700 a month car payments every freaking month for the next half decade. My local dealer has 17 SXT Challengers on the lot for $22k. The cheapest v8 is priced at $35k. Like it or not, the v6 is the better choice for the vast majority of working class Americans. No matter which you get, there will always be something better, something faster, something sexier. The question then becomes just how much of your soul do you want to forfeit to the banks to stroke your ego. For sensible folks, the answer is clear. There's a reason there are more 6 cylinder Challengers on the road.
The SXT V6 does a quarter mile in 14.5 and 0-60 in 6.0. The R/T does the 1/4 mile in 13.5 and 0-60 in 5.1. I have an SXT, put in a Mopar CAI which makes the V6 growl and added a Trinity Tuner. Got my 1/4 mile down to 13.9 and 0-60 in 5.6 Neither of them is all that impressive when you consider a Corvette (at 3200 lbs-1/4 @12.2) ) will blow the doors off even a SRT! My SXT has no wheelspin from a dig even in below freezing weather., Try that in a R/T! and you'll have spin city!
Good commentary sir. I just went a week of renting a v6 challenger (last week) and a 5.7 litre Charger (this weekend). I definitely feel a bump up in horsepower on the charger but overall factors considered I would probably go back to the v6 challenger with the Pentastar v6 (305 hp). good ride. we are on the same page. thanks for posting.
Thanks very much for watching and glad you enjoyed the video.
Our Ride Life :: one thing that impressed me on the 5.7 litre hemi is that I was driving around town and getting aggressive often and still got 18 mpg (calculated manually). That's pretty good city mileage for a 5.7 engine pushing that size car around. Love Dodge muscle cars and sedans. I had a chance to rent an Infinity Q50 twin turbo v6 this weekend. I took it back right away because I missed the charger or challenger. I had to try and see if one of the Dodge cars came back. when I got back to the rental place, a challenger just came back and they let me have it. I'm home.
you'll get tired of a v6 really quick after everybody passes you on the freeway in that slow 6.
+Albert B Perhaps when getting up to speed, but once there its pretty much similar to the V8.
Tell you what. Sit shotgun in my 2016 SXT, and I'll take you 0-150 and you'll wish you were in a 5.7 with someone who doesn't have the balls to do over 100. If I could afford a Hellcat, I would be the person who wants to see if I cann do 200. A v6 for me is probably a life saver.
I'm still getting a RT. It'll fulfill my need for speed. A New air intake, a chip, exhaust and a police scanner will do me just fine lol
A chip? what's the chip for?
+MrCapeCanaveral he's eating that chip
@@milesandrews5825 LMAO
The most funniest thing my friend bought a SXT. Everyone was star struck how the car really looks amazing design. But Challenger owners know whats under the hood. He trade it in for a R/T...Shit just got REAL!
I like my sxt rally red 2014, test drove a 2011 rt , my car payment goes up 60bucks, the rallyred has 36,000 miles and the rt has 24,000, I tested drove the rt I like it but do you guys think it's worth going back in years,
I got the SXT, 305 horsepower is more than enough for me. I suppose I'd like the V8 if I was 17 again and didn't live where it snows but the SXT has AWD and that's a huge bonus. Plus it looks freakin amazing!
The SXT is a very good car and in most cases has enough power. The fact that it is available in AWD is a big factor, especially in slippery conditions.
Im getting a 2010 sxt after a lot of research, it will be Fun and the fuel economy will be a whole new topic! Cant wait
Hope it is a fun dependable car for you. I know I enjoyed mine for the four plus years I owned it.
Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.
I know this video is a couple of days old, but it seems to be a good place for my question. I'm about to buy a Challenger and I'm asking myself over and over again "v6 or v8". some say you NEED the v8. some facts: I live in Germany, so gas is quite expensive which means v6. On the Autobahn is no speed limit, which means v8.. for me this car is more about the style. I'm tired of the boring design of most of the German cars. but the sound of the car is also very important. so what would you recommend? will I rengret if I buy the sxt? or is the sound almost as good as the v8?
Who said it had to be a hellcat?? I got an r/t 6 speed manual and honestly its lots of fun driving even if im just "on the road" not speeding its nice but in my opinion i would prefer a muscle car with a v8, i wouldnt mind driving a v6 but i wouldn't own one, thats just me
I'm 22 and I am looking at getting a Dodge Challenger. I don't need it to race in or anything like that. I just have always love the look and always wanted one. However I am now wondering should I get the SXT Plus or go for a higher model?
It depends on what you want in the car. The plus has some standard upgraded internal creature comforts, but for the same price you can get an R/T with less options. If you want the performance then the R/T is better, if you want a more luxurious feel then the SXT Plus.
+David Hurth Truth!
I have a 2018 sxt plus . I love it. Might upgrade later but it's a fantastic car. The 8 speed automatic with manual mode is megga fun. I know this is different but I like it quiet and not obnoxious. So no exhaust molestation on this one. So smooth and luxurious.
Enjoy the ride, sounds like a fun car. I think part of us all want a V8 for the added sound and low end torque, but the truth is that on the road at legal speeds you just don’t get to use it as much as you would like. I use my SXT Plus as our family car, so a slightly quieter ride with all the creature comforts was a huge selling point (even though I could have bought the V8, at my local dealership they didn’t have all the extras that the SXT Plus had). Thanks for watching the video and enjoy your car.
If I buy a Challenger, it will be for that sweet music that only comes from that Hemi when you stomp the gas. I understand the purpose of the V6, but I would go nuts trying to convince people I'm not a poser for getting a V6. If you want a Challenger, but are thinking V6 because that's all you can afford, do yourself a favor- either wait till u can afford an R/T or buy a used one. Trust me, that grin from ear to ear on happens in a R/T and above.
+Richard R The sound is one main thing that can't be replicated in the V6. Now to clarify this car is actually David's wife's car and is used as his family car. Also we are working on an updated video to this as his wife now wants to upgrade to a V8 (she had the opportunity to drive the Charger SRT Hellcat and now wants a bit more power).
+Richard R Or you could just not give a crap what other people think and drive what you like since you're the one paying for it, not them.
i bought the v6 cause i already own a lot of v8 cars, i wanted something where i could save gas and drive it daily and something that looks good aswell,most people i know hate the v6 and have said they would never have bought the v6 but these people cant afford shit so they drive honda civics so i dont listen to them much, really dont see much of the diffrence besides the engine on the types of challengers they all look the same.
I hear you but... What is exact difference in feeling between this one and 5.7? I mean there is not a big difference in hp, not very big difference in 0-60 times but there is significant difference in torque. I assume that this transfers into low end torque sensations. I'm only guessing so please confirm or contradict my thoughts but I get the feeling that in 5.7 you touch the pedal slightly and you feel (and hear) that the power is there. You don't have to step on it to feel that. So when you drive in town and you can't really attack the gas pedal 3.6 must seem slow and heavy because he needs rpms to show his potential whereas 5.7 is like a sleeping beast all the time. Am I right?
You do make a good point. The power in the 3.6 is at the upper end versus having the low end torque for the V8. Having said this on normal city roads you don’t usually get to feel much of the difference because of traffic. But when you do get a chance to pass there is less planning involved with the V8 as you don’t need to make sure you are safe to step on it. The sound of the V8 is also better although the V6 isn’t bad, just much higher pitched.
Lewandowski Bartosz I was given a 2018 Dodge Challenger R/T, as a rental. I've seen R/T owners 0-60 at 6.1, on TH-cam. I think R/T owners that have gotten faster times rev their engines, whereas, I've flat footed the pedal and gotten a 6.1, which is my 0-60 time with my 2014 Dodge Charger SE(8 speed automatic). But, the R/T exhausts sounds are 🔥🔥. There's no question that the R/T exhausts sounds better than the v6's, aggressive. People will also feel the power at a stand still. I haven't driven a scat pack, but, wouldn't buy the R/T.
Having only watched your Porsche videos, this is so weird. Big, American car, and no beard.
When I made this video the Dodge Challenger was my family vehicle. Dodge had me out to the press launch of the Challenger lineup and I noticed that the back seat was large and I thought it would be more fun than the Ford Explorer that we had for a family car at the time. My two boys were 4 and 6 when I bought it, so they were able to buckle themselves in the back and had plenty of leg room.
Of course the Porsche Boxster was my daily driver the entire time as I personally prefer a smaller vehicle.
The beard was grown a little over a year ago, so older videos like this will have the clean shaven face. Funny how different the beard makes me look.
Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. Hope you are enjoying the videos.
The only differences between the V6 and the R/T is the sound + torque. I have the SXT and I’m 90% satisfied.. but if I upgrade, it won’t be an RT. That’s not a big enough difference to me. The Scat or T/A will do it for me.
Very good points and the Scat or T/A are certainly a big performance difference.
Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts.
Honestly I'm ok with the v6 engine.. the car is SEXY and why get a V8 which is more expensive if you aren't gonna race it or gonna test the speed all the time.. regardless the v6 is still good and its cheaper with the same nice looks
+Enrique Jimenez Exactly. Why get it V8 if you won't race it. People make too big a deal over 2 more cylinders...
+CLOUD YO Exactly man. Still a good looking car
Because, if you want a muscle car -- you get muscle car
So why does dodge even make the car? I could see if you were talking about ricers or mini vans. We purchased a challenger. V6 or V8 its still a challenger.
Let me tell ya my 3.6 motor has been super. And very reliable. I’d be hesitant of the 5.7 and the hemi tick. Course it all comes down to how ya drive it and take care of it.
Good point. Maintenance on either the 3.6 or 5.7 is key.
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im buying my first car and should i get the challenger or HellCat Challenger? i love the beastness of the hellcat but it is pricey. Whats the differance between the two but in looks? like exterior,interior,features,specs,stuff like this, i know the engine is different
StephCurryWitThaShot I mean ur gonna be racing or speeding on the highway. I'd get the R/T. it's cheaper for a first car.
Ppl r getting what they like. And what they can afford. Or if they work hard. I like power so hellcat is #1..
But ill live with the sxt for looks and fun for now. School work so not a whole lot of $$$.
But ill get this if it has a launch control and paddle shifter on the 8 speed tranny. To make it funn.
just buy the v6 challenger it will save you money, put nitrous, better air intake, high pefromance parts. and just tune it, all will cost around $1500, i lowered my challenger and put fender flares and get people attention real easy,i manage to beat a rt challenger before.
if youre interest in value, the R/T and everything above always depreciate slower than an sxt. and if you know you arent keeping this car for the rest of your life, r/t resale is higher in the private market.
Can u please make a video of srt vs sxt interior
Thanks for the idea. We'll work on a video of that soon.
I was looking for a nice car to drive while I build myself up in the world in honestly the sxt plus is super nice I was gonna get the rt but I’m glad because long term even when your car is paid off you still gotta get gas
Buy a Toyota Corolla XSE HB INSTEAD😁👍
Great review I have a sxt plus and your totally right I love this car this is my second challenger both SXT versions
Glad you liked the review. The SXT is a great car, especially for everyday driving. Now if you are going to the drag strip then the V8 starts to really make sense.
Thanks for watching and sharing your experience.
If you want better gas milage buy an SXT. It's also way cheaper than an R/T or Hellcat.
Very true. The main reason to get the others on the road would be the exhaust sound, but traffic keeps you from using the power most of the time and you largely end up annoyed.
Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts.
Were can you buy a steering wheel cover for this model
It depends on the type of steering wheel cover you want. Walmart and Amazon both have some and of course a Dodge dealership will have them (but you will pay plenty). A quick Google search should bring up plenty of options.
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Ima get the v6 to piss off everyone, i like the looks and dont care if its a "muscle car"
So true in the end.
When premium goes back to 4$ plus a gal. The v8' s will be parked till the weekend, while we v6 guys are still driving daily!
I have a 2018 sxt plus and just love it. I would have loved the next step up, Hemi, but price was a factor. I have to say I have no problem getting my car to move quickly. Anything more than the V6 is probably just over kill, albeit very cool ;-) . I still have the car of my dreams, ample power and decent gas mileage. For me, best of both worlds,
And here I am 3 years later and I did upgrade to the R/T. Got the 50th Ann. Edition. Love it. I must admit the HEMI gives me chills every time I drive it and I've had it for a year now.
That there is the voice of reason...
Also I'm in the process of getting my CDL. And a v8 will just temp me to push it to the edge until all my friends are dead.
I have a 2016 go mango challenger sxt and I love it no need for the v8 you can supercharger the 3.6l and make about 450whp
MarkMoussaEnt what is a super charger
What's the difference between the 2016 sxt and the sxt plus?
+edwin estrada The SXT Plus gives you popular options as standard, such as leather seats, infotainment center and the rear spoiler.
The Sports Car Guys thanks
Yes, my ego needs more house power!
I agree with the V8 might be a bit overkill, but if your not looking for overkill your in the wrong segment. A pony car should have a V8 and manual...Murica. well, no most of us 'Muricans can't drive manual. So then, added anti theft precaution.
Good point and I've heard plenty of car thieves stopped by a manual transmission.
if you guys want a car to "sound" good just put a muffler on a Honda and your good. I'm thinking of getting destroyer grey sxt soon because I don't plan on get any speeding tickets and my Tacoma needs a break. I'd prefer not to have to take a trip more than twice a week to gas station
those who bought hellcat really thinking they can control that road beast other than just accelerate&brake
If you seek better gas mileage...buy a Honda. You don't BUY a Challenger for gas mileage. You don't buy a Challenger so that it will have "what you usually need." You buy a Challenger to chew up the road, and a V-6 is just not going to DO that. A V-6 Challenger is like having a Challenger Halloween costume.
NO. You buy the R/T because it is mean, and because it is fast. You change out the exhaust because Dodge forgot to make it SOUND like your Father's 1970. Then you buy a radar detector and enjoy the hell out of it until you get that promotion that makes the SRT affordable to you.
Anyone driving a V-6 Challenger, while saying "It has all I really need," does not understand the purpose of the Challenger, and should be stripped of all priveleges to drive one. Get a Prius and, for the love of GOD...move over into the right hand lane!
Now you listen here! A real man does whatever he wants. And if a man thinks that a doge challenger is a sexy looking car (which all men should) then by all means he should get one. The challenger is drop dead sexy especially in all black. Now if you are getting one to for racing purposes then good look with that. At least your hell cat will look good when it gets beat by a camaro. It might squeak past a Mustang. And if a Supra decides to show up than Lord have mercy on your soul.
+The Samurai Samson LOL, now let us not move into the realm of saying ridiculous things.
First, I do not own a Hellcat. Oh, how I wish I did, but I do not. I have a 5.7, R/T...the "starter set," if you will. Still, anything beneath that is a Honda in disguise.
Second, Anyone can drive anything they want. the country is still free (if barely). But you lose yourself when you opine that any real man would WANT a 6 cylinder, fake Challenger. Again, that creampuff is NOT the real thing.
Last: Did you really opine that a Toyota Supra could show up and beat a Hellcat? I guess I could have skipped the first two, because you lost all credibility with that statement alone.
+John Galt Listen man, we both have are options and tho yours my be stupid we can look at some facts. The fact is with all that 707 hp it's not murdering anything on the streets. I guarantee you haven't won a damn race or even competed in one. And you don't even have a hell cat. Now another fact look up car videos, Hell cat vs Camero 1LE I think it was. And look up a hell cat vs a Supra. The hell cat loses. The hell cat is fucking awesome no question. But with all that hp it can't put it on the street.
+The Samurai Samson Oh look...an actual moron. I thought they kept your species in cages at th zoo, so you could throw poop at kids. I can just hear the narrator on the National Geographic documentary: "the moron, in it's natural habitat, is quick to call other people names in a vein attempt to disguise his own stupidity. Ironically, the moment he does so...it leave no doubt in the minds of the other creatures in the forest."
Now this particliar fucktard...starts out with "Yeew neever evin one a reel rayce..." just before backing up his opinion...with a fucking youtube video.
Son, everyone reading this conversation lost 12 IQ points just by reading your stupid shit.
+John Galt I sense the butt hurt in you. My job here is done. For future reference don't take people on the Internet seriously. The King bids you a farewell.
Ya'll are tripping. Just straight pipe the v6 and it sounds as badass if not more. than a hellcat...
is that all I hate the mirrors I had to put a magnified one on passenger side cause of major blind spot im driving in nyc u need to be able to see. I have a manual n u would b outraged at what they did. its called skip shift. so when your dash says 1 to 4 shift and you go to fourth unless u wind out to like 6500 rpm n ur car is screeming to shift you will bogg then you have to shift to 3rd then back to 4th if you try to shift to third it blocks you, you have to at least touch the contact on 2nd in order to swith to third. I put in a short throw shifter which helped but not solution. there is an aftermarket skip shift deleate kit but its not a mopar product and they frown down on that. it also has hill assist. when ur on a hill it will hold your brakefor like 10 seconds. this helps burn your brakes. I had it turned off. shit if you don't know how to drive stick you shouldn't have one. the windows in the back are blacked out about 1 inch all around giving me less vision to look over my shoulder to see out that window. I left my door in the garage open one day and when I saw no light in the car on I thought battery was dead car turned itself off but when I left my trunk open that light killed my battery. I dislike all dodge rims n went with super snake chrome rims the r/t I had were plastic coated chrome rims. I dislike that it did not come with cold air intake or functioning hood scoops . the scoop inserts should have been chrome. the 09 model did not come with a spare just some fixa flat and an air pump. newer models do have a spare so I bought a steel rim from dodge that was an 18 inch rim from the r/t mine has 20s also r/t the rim only fits the back so if I get front flat I have to take tire off back put it on front then put spare on back. the interior noise from the road when window is open is horriable drowns out the radio. automatic 5.7 has multidisplacement engine which I didn't like plus I like manual. I was told with a diablo trinity t1000 you could turn off the multidisplacement if I knew that I probally would have went automatic. in the winter I have to warm up the car and like to keep it reving a little higher but the gas peddle being electronic makes it difficult. I am an old school car guy and could not wait for this car to come out. it looks like you have the same radio touch screen I do on the right there is a button that says nava that's the navigation but you have to pay for it. it gave me wrong directions thank the lord I knew where I was going it told me north when it was supposed to be south. theres to much electronic bullshit for a mussel car. man I could go on n on. I have a 70 cutlass convertible. I wish the cash I spent on this car went towards that car. or any older car I got rid of my hurst olds 1979 for this worst thing I ever did
For $38,495 you can get the 485 HP 2015 Challenger RT Scatpack which is faster than the 2015 GT Mustang an SS Camaro. Go on www.dodge.com and check it out, it has all the nice options standard too. Also, it seats 5 people with a giant trunk unlike the others. ;o)
That is probably the best bang for your horsepower buck and when we drove the Scat Pack on the track it was great (although on the track, the Hellcat really shines).
If you have the money that is the one to get, but at legal speed on the road you don't really get to use the performance. So, the question is if the added power is worth the added cost for those that aren't going to really use it (I'm talking the extra about $10K as well as higher insurance rates, the gas mileage difference, gas grade [85 VS 87] and higher potential of tickets.
So, if you can take it to the track get a V8, otherwise get ready to pay the law if you get caught :)
Actually I've talked with cops and a lot of them really like the Dodges because their police cruisers are Chargers. I see a lot more Mustangs and Camaros being pulled over.
Not the 2016+ camaros ss buddy
My ego tells me not to like this video
But.........
Im purchasing a new challengers with blacktop package for a little over 21k
Congratulations! They are great cars. I had mine for over four years and used it as my family car until we adopted a little girl and having three children in the back of a Challenger didn’t quite work (unfortunately, I now have a minivan as a family car, but at least my daily driver is an old Porsche 911).
Thanks for watching and sharing your experience.
I have a sxt it's great but a rs camaro was a lot quicker maybe he had more HP.i have sxt plus V/ 6 sports package stock oh its 2014 still it's a awesome car oh well next time I'm gonna get the R/ T maybe
Before you do any of that, do yourself a favor and check out every English class you can, so you can understand the purpose for the use of "an vs. a".
We drove a 2017 v6 and a v8 - for us the v6 was perfect. It has more power than you think and you really cant feel the difference. Of course the v8 is faster but where in the USA can you legally go fast than 60-70? Texas you can do 85, but the v6 will do 140MPH. Here where we live, in the mountains, I have no complaints.
I agree Harley, considering I dont have a penis this is not an issue! LOL
love my 2010 dodge challenger sxt plus over 3 years with it ,nice ride and for horsepower more then what i need not to get in trouble with the law , dont get me wrong hp nice but ...lol come tickets and you will use it
2013 chalnegr sxt plus ftw
Sounds like a fun ride.
Quick answer, No
You want tht 70 more hourspower....super chrge this one boom added around 200 more of them hourses and still get that miles per gallen and low insurance
That is a good point. I know this is a very popular upgrade for the last generation Mustangs.
Is this video really comparing should you get the SXT, RT or the HELLCAT. Cuz people in a position to get an SXT are also in the position to get a HELLCAT. Are you kidding me??? Next video should be "what's should you buy? an altima, a 370z or a GT-R" idiotic
Hector Mangual nah nah Prius,lambo,agera r
You are right 💯
A V6 car is not my idea of best of any world dude. Sorry but I am positive you would be driving an R/T or SRT if you could because your not fooling me.
When you buy a car like the Challenger, the SXT has no resale and it is not a muscle car ... it starts with the R/T package!
Anything less than the R/T is a waste!
Non of these are muscle cars I own an 2015 sxt and a 70 challenger there is a difference between muscle and a pony car and 375 hp is a lot of hp on the sxt trust me I put a cold air intake and a car back exhaust and get from 0-60 in about 5 secs
+MarsGames1 the SXT only has 305hp with 278trq. It has all the options as a RT minus the 345 block engine. I just dont believe with a CAI and cat back exhaust on a v6 your getting 375hp. maybe 318hp and 286rwhp but not 375. What mopar doesnt tell you is with a CAI with the v6, you're only gaining +6hp, while the RT gets +21 and the 6.1-6.4L get +18hp. The RT is the best package because with the CAI and my 92MM throttlebody, JBA headers and Borla Atak Exhaust, im over 426hp with 407rwhp at 441trq. My RT goes 0-60 in about 4.9 at best on the perfect day
+Christopher Fletcher The SXT is a passenger car ... not a muscle car which starts with the R/T.
+Ben Benjamin I know because I have the R/T
+Mopar713 The SXT sadly screams I could not afford the R/T.
you should sit inside a dodge caravan and see if the steering wheels match. lol
I have done so. The one I sat in was close, but not a match for the Challenger.
buy a toyota if you want a road car
Spot on👌
Thanks and glad it made sense.
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The only people who should get a v8 are those who truly want it. If you feel like you need a V8 to be accepted or just because everybody says it's the thing to do. You are corny and lame af. Let's be real. The speed limit is 45 road maybe 70 highway.... you buying a hellcat just to get to the speed limit a second faster? Cause I know you don't want speeding tickets. I got 2 super speeders in a 4 cycle Malibu. 0-60 in about 10 seconds... a sxt challenger does it in about half that. That's good enough for me. And the only reason I can think of for wanting a RT is to show off with the the other muscle heads in Atlanta and after sitting down I realize I was about to make a dumb ass purchase. SXT Plus for me.
Here's an idea, just get a different car if you care that much about gas mileage and crap like what he said.