2011 Dodge Challenger Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$24,895 to $42,780

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The Challenger got creamed in 2010 comparison tests, and Dodge seems to have taken it to heart. Amongst a long list of complaints, the Challenger was criticized for its hefty, barge-like demeanor – weighing in as it does at just shy of 4,000 pounds. Answering in turn, Dodge has decided not to address the excess weight, but instead to add additional oomph and mess with the suspension. Band-Aids are best, after all.

So for 2011 we see two engine updates for the Challenger – the new Pentastar 3.6-liter V6 and a bored and stroked version of the old 6.1-liter Hemi V8, now with 6.4 liters of displacement. The V6 is slated for the base SE trim. It’s the same engine you’ll see in everything from the 300 and Grand Caravan to the Wrangler, putting out 305 hp and 268 lb-ft of torque. For efficiency, it’s fitted with dual variable valve timing as well as the Multi-Displacement system, which can deactivate cylinders when full power isn't required. It’s a stout engine with an increase of 55 hp and 18 lb-ft of torque over 2010’s V6, but it still falls short of the offerings from the competition, especially since it's handicapped by an antiquated and non-optional 5-speed automatic.

The R/T trim does better with a 6-speed manual as the standard cog-swapper, although the 5-speed automatic still lies in wait, just asking to ruin everyone’s fun. If you need more convincing, manual-equipped R/Ts sport 376 horses with their 5.7-liter V8 and 410 lb-ft of torque. Clicking the automatic switcher will lose you 4 horses and 10 lb-ft as well as forcing inclusion of the Multi-Displacement System for increased fuel economy, because nothing says saving gas like a 4,000-pound V8 muscle car.

And for those who want to fully thumb their nose at the ecological movement, there’s the SRT8 trim, badged in 2011 with an extra set of numbers – 392. You’ll find them on the front fenders, signifying the cubic inches of the V8 Hemi found under the hood, bumped to its new rating after being bored and stroked to a full 6.4 liters. With an extra 45 hp and 50 lb-ft showing up 200 and 600 rpm earlier, the car certainly motivates with increased urgency. Yes, it’s faster. Dodge even claims to have widened the torque curve, with almost 100 more lb-ft available at just under 3,000 rpm. You’ll still have to choose between 6-speed manual and 5-speed automatic transmissions, but there are more changes for the Challenger in 2011.

First, suspension geometry has been revised with retuned shocks, bushings and dampers, although exactly what they’ve done isn’t being shouted from the rooftops. Couple those changes with a new heavy-duty hydraulic pump for the electro-hydraulic steering and you have a car that handles less like a canal barge, especially with the new, smaller, 3-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel. These changes come standard with V8 Challengers, but those who prefer the V6 will have to click the Super Sport Group option to get the updates. The R/T can be further outfitted with the Super Track Pak, which will further upgrade brakes, suspension and steering as well as getting you larger 20-inch wheels.

Dodge claims braking improvements all around as well, although they’re being similarly mum about the specifics. Regardless, real-world testing has proven the improvement, with decreased pedal travel and stopping distance. Sharp-eyed enthusiasts will also notice the lower grille opening has been flipped upside down as opposed to previous years, a change Dodge claims will result in better cooling.

So it’s faster, more efficient, safer and it even handles better. It’s not the best in any category, but at least it’s improved. If a Challenger has always been on your mind, this is a great time to get one, the R/T providing the best combination of comfort, performance and affordability. Of course, when it loses 2011’s round of testing between the big three pony cars, 2012 might just bring along some more improvements.

Michael Perkins
Published May 31, 2022 by Michael Perkins
A CarGurus contributor since 2008, Michael started his career writing about cars with the SCCA - winning awards during his time as editor of Top End magazine. Since then, his journalistic travels have taken him from NY to Boston to CA, completing a cross-country tour on a restored vintage Suzuki. While his preference is for fine German automobiles - and the extra leg room they so often afford - his first automobile memories center around impromptu Mustang vs. Corvette races down the local highway, in the backseat of his father's latest acquisition.

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by Joshua C
Feb 05, 2024
cool car, very excited to look at it, fun and exciting Feb 05, 2024
by Jeffrey P
Nov 25, 2023
i bought it... got it home just before the snow starts flying.Nov 25, 2023
by Lonnie C
Aug 16, 2023
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2011 Dodge Challenger Pricing

Original MSRP
$24,895 to $42,780
Price range
$14,630 to $17,158
Average price on CG
$15,650
YoY price change
$16,990 to $15,650

Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Sirius Satellite Radio · Total Number of Speakers: 6

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.6 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.6 · Rear brake width: 0.4 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Vanity mirrors: dual

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 2.87

Engine

Alternator: 160 amps · Battery: maintenance-free

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: pearl · Rear bumper color: body-color

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Impact sensor: door unlock

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Turns lock-to-lock: 2.6

Suspension

Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 27 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 16 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link

Telematics

Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: with safety reverse

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · USB auxiliary audio input · Hard Drive: 30GB · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Boston Acoustics premium brand · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 7 · 276 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.6 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.6 · Rear brake width: 0.4 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 2.87

Engine

Alternator: 160 amps · Battery: maintenance-free

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: pearl · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Stripes: hood

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment: Uconnect

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: manual folding

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Sunroof: power glass

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Impact sensor: door unlock

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Turns lock-to-lock: 2.6

Suspension

Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 27 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 16 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link

Telematics

Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Diameter: 20 · Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: chrome aluminum

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: with safety reverse

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Hard Drive: 30GB · In-Dash Single CD/DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Sirius Satellite Radio · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 7 · 368 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 13.6 · Front brake width: 1.26 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.6 · Rear brake width: 0.87 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.73 · Limited slip differential: rear

Engine

Alternator: 160 amps · Battery: maintenance-free

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: pearl · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Stripes: hood

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment: Uconnect

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Sunroof: power glass

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Impact sensor: door unlock

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Turns lock-to-lock: 2.6

Suspension

Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 30 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 20 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link

Telematics

Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: chrome aluminum

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: with safety reverse

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Hard Drive: 30GB · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Boston Acoustics premium brand · AM/FM radio · Sirius Satellite Radio · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 7 · 368 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.6 · Front brake width: 1.26 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.6 · Rear brake width: 0.87 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.73 · Limited slip differential: rear

Engine

Alternator: 160 amps · Battery: maintenance-free

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: pearl · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Stripes: hood

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment: Uconnect

Lights

Headlights: HID

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Sunroof: power glass

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Impact sensor: door unlock

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Turns lock-to-lock: 2.6

Suspension

Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 30 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 20 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link

Telematics

Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: chrome aluminum

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: with safety reverse

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Hard Drive: 30GB · In-Dash Single CD/DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Boston Acoustics premium brand · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 6 · 368 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 13.6 · Front brake width: 1.26 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.6 · Rear brake width: 0.87 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: illuminated · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.73 · Limited slip differential: rear

Engine

Alternator: 160 amps · Battery: maintenance-free

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: pearl · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Stripes: side

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment: Uconnect

Lights

Headlights: HID

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Sunroof: power glass

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Impact sensor: door unlock

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Turns lock-to-lock: 2.6

Suspension

Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 30 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 20 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link

Telematics

Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Diameter: 20 · Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: aluminum

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: with safety reverse

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · USB auxiliary audio input · Hard Drive: 30GB · In-Dash CD: DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Boston Acoustics premium brand · Premium Brand Speakers: Kicker · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 13 · 276 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 14.2 · Front brake width: 1.26 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Premium brakes: Brembo · Rear brake diameter: 13.8 · Rear brake width: 1.1 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: illuminated · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.92 · Limited slip differential: rear

Engine

Alternator: 220 amps · Battery: maintenance-free

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Hood scoop: dual · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: special factory paint · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler color: black · Stripes: hood

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment: Uconnect · Infotainment screen size: 6.5 in.

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Sunroof: power glass

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Impact sensor: fuel cut-off

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather-trimmed

Spare Tire

Kit: tire sealant

Steering

Turns lock-to-lock: 2.8

Suspension

Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 30 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 16 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link

Telematics

Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Diameter: 20 · Type: performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: aluminum

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: with safety reverse

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