The charger has been there in the muscle car division for more than 30 years; it earned a comprehensive revision in 2015 though the vehicle is alike structurally since it was introduced. Net getting many updates, the Charger will maintain this trend as a vestige model. Each Dodge Charger is similar to the forerunners with just minor changes.
2021 Dodge Charger GT AWD
In the age of standardization, plenty of available body stripes and color lend it a pleasant old-school charm. With standard V6, it’s a smooth intercity express. With HEMI V8s, it becomes a howling, tire-smoking muscle car. The Charger Daytona draws inspiration from its legendary predecessor - 1969 Dodge Charger Daytona. Oh! We forgot the 707 hp hellcat – fastest production sedan in the world.
Impressively, apart from being quick, the V6 delivers excellent fuel economy and even V8s are relatively efficient. Infotainment is handled by the Chrysler group's inherent 2021 iteration of the U-connect system. The Charger rides well too and its fun to drive around corners as well.
Materials used in the interior are not up to the mark
Dated design
Fuel Economy
What's New?
Thereare no major chnages to the 2021 Dodge Charger
Features
vehicle bio
base price
$29895
bodystyle
dr Sedan
engine type
displacement
220
horsepower
292 hp @ 6350 rpm
torque
260 lbs.-ft. @ 4800 rpm
warranty
roadside assistance
No
Pictures
exterior
interior
Trims and Configurations
MSRP
SXT
power
292 hp @ 6350 rpm
fuel
TBD
mpg
TBD
$29,895
Style
Prices
MPG
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Seats
Colors
SXT 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
Starting at $29,895 MSRP
TBD
292 hp @ 6350 rpm, 3.6 L, V-6,
TBD
TBD
TBD
Colors and Styles
F8 Green
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Ratings
Features
8.0
Fuel Economy
7.5
Interior
7.7
Exterior
8.2
Safety
6.5
7.6
OVERALL RATING
Expert Review, Pricing Analysis and Buying Guide
7.6
Overall Rating
There is nothing new as such introduced in the 2021 Dodge Charger. This includes its traditional three-box design, wraparound headlights, a sloped nose, feature similar to the previous models. Though it’s a large muscle car with a manner of its own, this is marketed as a 4-door family sedan.
Charger offers ample passenger room and roomy trunk too. Buyers longing for sportiness will still be able to see the sharp-looking GT, R/T, and Hellcat models to pick from. Also, there will be a widebody package for further enrichment of its status as the most powerful sedan in its segment.
8.0/10 Features
7.5/10 Fuel Economy
7.7/10 Interior
8.2/10 Exterior
6.5/10 Safety
2021 Dodge Charger Features
8.0/10
The SE and SXT trim of the 2021 Dodge Charger Sedan draw their power from the 3.6-liter V6 engine while the R/T and Daytona trims get a 5.7-liter V8 engine. As for the R/T Scat and Daytona 392 trims, you get a 6.4-liter V8 engine while the Hellcat has a 6.2-liter v8 engine under its hood.
Rear-wheel drive and the 8-speed automatic transmission are common for all the trims; although with the SE and SXT trim, you can opt for an all-wheel-drive system as well.
Trim
SXT
GT
MSRP (RWD)
$30,895
$32,595
MSRP (AWD)
$33,595
N/A
Key Features
Keyless entry and ignition
Adds/Upgrades of SXT
17-inch alloy wheels
20-inch wheels
Rearview camera
LED foglights
Rear parking sensors
Performance hood, side sills, and fascias
Power-adjustable driver’s seat
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Cloth sport seats
Houndstooth Cloth seats with performance bolster
Uconnect 4 infotainment system
8.4-inch touchscreen
7-inch touchscreen
4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot
Bluetooth
HD radio
Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
Enhanced suspension
Six-speaker sound system
Dodge Charger Sedan seems like the perfect balance among all the trim options as its both powerful for day-to-day usage and comes with a reasonable price tag as well.
We Recommend
We would also recommend you to go with the base SXT trim and add Drive Confidence Group as it includes rear cross-traffic alert, blind-spot monitoring, rear parking sensors along with a backup camera, and heated exterior mirrors.
2021 Dodge Charger Engine and Performance
The 2021 Dodge Charger to continue with the same wide range of powertrain options, starting with its standard 3.6-liter V6 engine that injects 292 horsepower in the base variant SXT and 300 horsepower in the SXT AWD and GT variants. The next in line is the R/T models’ 5.7-liter HEMI V8 that pumps in 370 horsepower if one opts for the R/T Scat Pack, the charger, will gain a 485-horse power 6.4-liter HEMI V8.
Topping the range comes the SRT Hellcat with a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 that delivers 707 horsepower and 650 lb-ft torque. No matter which charger you go with, it will come standard mated with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Most models have only rear-wheel-drive setup, but there is an option for buyers to pair V6 engine with all-wheel drive in the SXT and GT models.
Models
Dodge Charger Sedan
Chrysler 300
Kia Stinger
Toyota Avalon
MSRP
$29,895
$29,470
$32,990
$35,800
Engine
3.6L regular gas V-6
3.6L regular gas V-6
2.0L Inline-4
3.5L Naturally Aspirated V-6
Drivetrain
RWD
RWD
RWD
FWD
Transmission
8-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual
8-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual
8-speed shiftable automatic
8-speed shiftable automatic
Power
292hp@6,350rpm
292hp@6,350rpm
255hp@6,200rpm
301hp@6,600rpm
Torque
260lb-ft@4,800rpm
260lb-ft@4,800
260lb-ft@1,400rpm
267lb-ft@4,700rpm
While comparing the Dodge Charger with its rival, the Charger stands a little bit down in front of them as the base variant of the Charger seems not up to the mark in the name of this car. The power figures do not make any change for the Dodge Charger as the Chrysler 300 offers the same power figures. The company, the Toyota Avalon, takes the first position in the segment with 301 horsepower and 267 lb-ft of torque.
Dodge Charger 0 to 60
Talking about the acceleration, it’s very responsive and sensitive, pressing it a little can make the Charger let loose. The 485 horsepower 6.4-liter HEMI V8 rushes the Dodge Charger to 60 mph in 4.3 seconds, while the SRT Hellcat with supercharged 6.2-liter V8 rockets the Dodge Charger to 60 mph in just 3.6 seconds.
The powers delivered by the V6 and V8 engines are beneficial and efficient to both rear wheels, and all wheels drive options, with the help of the 8-speed automatic transmission as it’s very responsive. This offers a comfortable ride but can create a problem for the driver around the corners. In comparison to its rivals, the Dodge Charger Sedan somehow ends up being the second-best.
Model
Dodge Charger Sedan
Chrysler 300
Kia Stinger
Toyota Avalon
0-60 MPH
6.4 sec
6.2 sec
6.6 sec
6.0 sec
Quarter Mile
14.8 sec
15.7 sec
14.7 sec
14.6 sec
Top Speed
196 MPH
155 MPH
130 MPH
130 MPH
Engine
3.6L regular gas V-6
3.6L regular gas V-6
2.0L Inline-4
3.5L Naturally Aspirated V-6
The Dodge Charger Sedan’s 6.4 seconds 0-60 dash time appears a bit subdued in this equation, and the ride is quicker than the Kia Stinger but gets a valid taillamp glimpse of the Chrysler 300 and the Toyota Avalon.
Driving the Dodge Charger
The Charger handles with composure through corners and its high-speed stability is similar to some German luxury saloons. The performance-focused Daytonas and SRT can actually entertain you on a racetrack despite their porky weight. The 2021 Dodge Charger Sedan doesn't compromise with its handling at any cost as the tight suspensions enhance the ride quality and composure inside the cabin.
Fitting perfectly with its muscular body-language, the well-weighted steering is very accurate. All the trims expect for R/T trim feature a system that allows you to adjust the steering and throttle response according to your needs. Aside from the mechanics, the Dodge charger seems like that buffed highschool tyrant guy who had a lot of strength but was far from athleticism. The Dodge Charger also has steroids running through its veins but is too far from acrobatic abilities.
Braking
The 2021 Dodge Charger Sedan now offers huge and upgraded Brembo brakes fitted with 6 piston calipers in the front. Along with that, the multi-mode adaptive damping system makes sure the car has enough control on the track without compromising its ride quality.
Model
Dodge Charger Sedan
Chrysler 300
Kia Stinger
Toyota Avalon
Brake Rotors Front
12.6"
12.6"
12.6"
12"
Brake Rotors Rear
12.6"
12.6"
12.4"
11.1"
Curb Weight
3,934 lbs
4,013 lbs
3649 lbs
3560 lbs
60-0 MPH
107 ft
109 ft
126 ft
115 ft
The Dodge Challenger though being one of the heaviest vehicles in this segment posts the best braking distance figures. The ride stops in just 107 ft. emerging as the absolute champion of the braking fixture. The Chrysler 300 makes a close chase, stopping from 60-0 in 109 ft. The Toyota Avalon ranks third, followed by the Kia Stinger.
2021 Dodge Charger Fuel Economy
7.5/10
The car is heavy and sturdy; using a 3.6-liter V6, the Charger might seem to consume a lot of fuel, but the reality is something else. The car can give mpg figures of 19 in the city and 30 on the highways, mixing the both can turn out to be mpg of 23.
When comparing the Dodge Charger with its rivals, it offers the most prominent fuel tank, which can add up to covering miles/more distance. When having a full tank, the Charger can travel 352 city miles and 555 highway miles.
Model
Dodge Charger Sedan
Chrysler 300
Kia Stinger
Toyota Avalon
MPG (City)
19
19
22
22
MPG (Highway)
30
30
29
32
MPG (Combined)
23
23
25
26
Fuel Capacity
18.5 gallons
18.5 gallons
15.9 gallons
14.5 gallons
Range (City/Hwy/Combined)
352/555/425 miles
352/555/425 miles
350/461/397 miles
319/464/377 miles
Emissions (Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year)
7.7
8.5
N/A
7.1
Contrasted with the opponents, the Dodge Charger SXT gives the best mpg figures, having the biggest fuel tank. The Chrysler 300 stands the same as the Dodge Charger.
2021 Dodge Charger Interior
7.7/10
As of the exterior of the Charger, the insides are the same too; with this, we mean the interior of this car also receives minimal updates. Sport seats are offered on standard in the SXT trim, which can be changed to Nappa leather sport if the buyer wants to; also, this is provided at no additional cost.
This car is very spacious and roomy in the front, but it’s not the same at the rear. Three people can sit in the rear seat, but it is restricted to 2 persons. The car is very capacious and ample as compared to its opponents. Though the interior of the base variant of the vehicle is not that premium, a lot of plastic can be seen in the base variant. The 2021 Dodge Charger gets an interior design refresh with genuine leather seats.
Model
Dodge Charger Sedan
Chrysler 300
Kia Stinger
Toyota Avalon
Seating Capacity
5
5
5
5
Front Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)
38.6/59.5/41.8
38.6/59.5/41.8
37.4/58.3/42.1
37.4/58.3/42.1
Rear Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)
36.6/57.9/40.1
37.9/57.7/40.1
37.5/57.1/40.3
37.5/57.1/40.3
The cabin of the car, when compared to its rivals, doesn’t stand out. However, engine noises are kept at bay, but the sound of rolling tires will keep annoying your ears.
Interior Features
Some of the most noticeable convenience features that the Dodge Charger decks are:
Illuminated auxiliary driver and passenger-side visor mirrors
Full floor console with a covered box
Steering wheel with manual tilting, manual telescoping
5 USB ports
Cruise control with steering wheel controls
Manual dual-zone front air conditioning
Remote engine start
Infotainment System
Despite its simple looks, the current Charger boasts the most desirable tech, including a 7-inch infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The car is fitted with a Uconnect 4 system that displays all the information on the infotainment system, which is standard in the SXT. Available 8.4-inch infotainment system.
Some of the most notable features of the Dodge Charger’s infotainment system are:
7-inch touchscreen infotainment panel
AM/FM Radio
SiriusXM
Bluetooth Streaming
Voice Command
Hands-free Calling
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Cargo Capacity
The Charger has a cavernous 16.1 cubic feet of trunk capacity. The folding rear seats also ensure that you can carry longer items too. The small-item storage inside the cabin is also below the average level for the Dodge Charger.
The door and center panel pockets are small and can barely fit most of the standard-size belongings.
Model
Dodge Charger Sedan
Chrysler 300
Kia Stinger
Toyota Avalon
Cargo Capacity
16.1 cu.ft.
16.3 cu.ft.
23.3 cu.ft.
16.1 cu.ft.
All of the rivals are similar in terms of capacity. However, the Kia Stinger tops the table with 23.3 cubic feet of cargo space.
2021 Dodge Charger Exterior
8.2/10
Bold and Brawny, these two words come to your mind when one hears about the Dodge Charger. It’s long, wide, and low, which is the opposite of those boring American trucks. When the vehicle moves, it is like a berg drifting, enormous and powerful. The car is engaging and is very appealing in terms of styling; also, certain packages offer numerous possibilities to customize the car cosmetically.
If one loves the brute and husky looks, the Dodge Charger is their vehicle. Also, many people are enamored with enhancing their car, customizing them afresh: the Dodge Charger would fit in ideally.
Model
Dodge Charger Sedan
Chrysler 300
Kia Stinger
Toyota Avalon
Curb Weight
3,934 lbs
4,013 lbs
3611 lbs
3560 lbs
Length
198.4"
198.6"
190.2"
1973.65.9"
Width
75.0"
75.0"
73.6"
72.8"
Height
58.2"
58.5"
55.1"
56.5"
Ground Clearance
4.9"
5.0"
5.1"
5.3"
Wheelbase
120.2"
120.2"
114.4"
113.0"
The Charger is the heaviest car among the cars compared here at 3934 pounds after the Chrysler 300. When equipped with those Iron block V8s, the Charger weighs over 4000 pounds.
The Kia Stinger has a fairly balanced set of dimensions. The Toyota Avalon is the lightest, shortest in length, least wide, and has the smallest wheelbase.
Exterior Features
Some of the most unique exterior features of the Dodge Charger, that enhances its character are:
Galvanized steel/aluminum body material
Black grille
Chrome tip exhaust
Body-colored front and rear bumpers
Power remote manual-folding side-view door mirrors
2021 Dodge Charger Safety
6.5/10
The 2020 Charger has scored well in the NHTSA crash test rating. However, it does not get a Top Safety Pick rating from IIHS. While the standard Charger comes with the standard rearview view camera and rear parking sensors, advanced active safety systems like adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, forward collision warning, and lane departure warning are also available.
2021 Dodge Charger Safety Features :
All Speed Traction Control
Electronic Roll Mitigation
Hill Start Assist
Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
Automatic Emergency Braking
3-point ALR/ELR passenger seat belt system (ELR for the driver)
Front seat belts-tensioners and load limiters
LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children)
Zone Body construction with front and rear crumple zones
Vehicle Security System
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Easy-Fill Tire Alert
Energy-absorbing steering column
2021 Dodge Charger Competition
Dodge Charger Vs Toyota Avalon
The very affordable Toyota Avalon is represented by its original luxury and quiet riding experience. The standard V6 engine cruises phenomenally and the handling is quite agile given the size of the car. To make it even more tempting, Toyota offers the standard safety features like adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and automated emergency braking.
2021 Toyota Avalon
When we compare the Avalon with the 2021 Dodge Charger Sedan, we see that is falling behind terribly in engine performance and acceleration, braking is nowhere close to being impressive, has better fuel efficiency ratings though and decent interior and cargo area.
Dodge Charger Vs Chrysler 300
If you're looking for power, these sedans are among the best. The Charger is explicitly the best in terms of horsepower. Both vehicles here have similar engines in their baseline models. They feature a 3.6L V6 capable of producing around 300 horsepower. However, as you go up in trim level, the Charger quickly takes the lead. The 300's 300C trim features a 5.7L V8 HEMI capable of producing 363 horsepower. With a similar engine in the Charger, it can produce 370 horsepower.
2021 Chrysler 300
If it’s a definite retro appeal you’re after in a four-door sedan, few vehicles can encounter with the reasonably priced 2020 Chrysler 300. The Charger may be dated, but it’s still a charmer and can pull double duty as a sedate highway cruiser or a drag strip monster.
2021 Dodge Charger Final Verdict
In conclusion, there is nothing much to reason about this car, as it is essentially the 2020 Dodge Charger. This car strikes a perfect balance between every aspect; contrasting it with other muscle cars, it has the best range on offer. Weather its cabin or cargo space or brute power, however, the base variant is not that attractive, but yeah, it still comes under muscle car.