2009 Dodge Challenger Trims and Specs

The 2009 Dodge Challenger base SE trim represents the breed in being retro, rear-wheel drive only, and a five-passenger coupe. It’s also the runt of the litter, with a standard 3.5-liter SOHC V6 and four-speed automatic transmission. This combo puts out an average-sounding 250 hp at 6,400 rpm and 250 lb-ft of torque at 3,800 rpm, while mileage is a lackluster 17/25 mpg.

Standard safety, appearance, comfort, and convenience features for the ’09 Dodge Challenger SE include front and side-curtain airbags, a remote anti-theft alarm, 17-inch alloy wheels, cloth bucket seats, split-folding rear seats, an eight-way power driver’s seat, power windows, locks, and mirrors, cruise control, air conditioning, and a 168-watt, single-CD player with four speakers. Options for the ’09 Challenger SE include four-wheel ABS, traction control, the Electronic Stability Program, heated front seats, UConnect hands-free communication, and an upgraded audio system with six Boston Acoustics speakers and Sirius/XM satellite radio.

The 2009 Dodge Challenger gets some beef in the Hemi-equipped R/T trim. A standard 372-hp (at 5,200 rpm), OHV, variable-valve-timed 5.7-liter Hemi V8 engine boasts the gas-saving Multi Displacement System (MDS) that shuts down four of the eight cylinders at cruising speed. This Hemi V8 pounds out 401 lb-ft of torque at 4,400 rpm with the standard five-speed auto-manual transmission, and gets some 16/25 mpg, not bad for a sizable V8. ABS as well as traction and stability control are standard standard safety features on the ’09 Challenger R/T.

Such standard appearance, comfort, and convenience features as 18-inch alloys, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and dual, chrome-tipped exhaust are added to the ’09 Challenger R/T trim, while options begin with Quick-Order Package 1 featuring the 5.7-liter Hemi V8 without MDS and a six-speed manual tranny with hill-start assist, 20-inch aluminum wheels, leather-trimmed upholstery, a DVD-based navigation system, a Boston Acoustics 275-watt audio system, and satellite radio. Other options for the ’09 Challenger R/T include a power sunroof, 6-CD changer, remote start (with the automatic transmission only), and a universal garage door opener.

The 2009 Dodge Challenger grows into a true muscle car in the SRT8 trim. Powered by a standard 6.1-liter Hemi V8 mated with a standard five-speed auto-manual transmission, limited-slip differential, and 20-inch alloy wheels, the SRT8 growls out 425 hp at 6,000 rpm, and 420 lb-ft of torque at 4,800 rpm. Mileage is a wallet-slapping 14/22 mpg, and Dodge recommends premium unleaded only to feed that need for speed.

Additional standard comfort and convenience features for the ’09 Challenger SRT8 include leather, heated front seats, a universal garage door opener, UConnect hands-free communication, and a 276-watt audio system with six Boston Acoustics speakers, wheel-mounted audio controls, and satellite radio. Options include a six-speed manual transmission, three-season performance tires, and the exclusive SRT Option Group, featuring a 13-speaker Kicker audio system with 200-watt subwoofer and 322-watt amp as well as distinctive SRT badging and upholstery accents.