2009 Dodge Challenger

The new Challenger marked the return of the legendary muscle-car nameplate from Dodge. Unfamiliar to GCC residents, but revered by American enthusiasts, the Challenger utilises retro styling that is largely a rethinking of the original 1970s Challenger's 2-door design. Sold only in top-spec SRT-8 trim with a steep GCC price tag, the Challenger isn't the affordable muscle it used to be back in the day. Sharing its platform, engine and mechanicals with other fullsize rear-wheel-drive Chrysler cars, the Challenger packs a 6.1-litre Hemi V8 mated to an aging 5-speed automatic with manual-shift functionality. Standard features include sporty suspension, bi-xenon headlights, leather-alcantara sport seats, keyless entry with starter button, CD stereo, and 20-inch aluminium-alloy wheels, along with the usual accessories such as automatic a/c, cruise control, power windows and electric mirrors. Also available are a sunroof, racing stripes, rear sensors with camera, and the UConnect touchscreen... Read More