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2008 Dodge Magnum
R/T AWD
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2021 Dodge Challenger
GT AWD
MSRP
$34,295
Invoice
$33,601
Average Price Paid
$33,909
250 listings nationwide

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2008 Dodge Magnum
R/T AWD
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GT AWD
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Used Car Pricing Used listing price comparison and analysis.

2008 Dodge Magnum
R/T AWD
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$33,880

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2021 Dodge Challenger
GT AWD
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$37,296
1 listings nationwide

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Expert Reviews Reviews from CarGurus experts.

2008 Dodge Magnum
R/T AWD

In response to the Charger cutting into its sales, the 2008 Dodge Magnum adopts some of its stylistic features, particularly for its performance-oriented SRT-8. The hopped-up wagon get...

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2021 Dodge Challenger
GT AWD
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User Reviews Reviews from CarGurus users who have driven or owned the car.

2008 Dodge Magnum
R/T AWD
5
KdotLEEz writes:
Just got it, so not sure yet. Inside and outside looks I love and nice to drive with plenty room for my childr...
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5
KdotLEEz writes:
The only car Id choose over personally for me honestly being a father of 3 would be the Jeep Grand Cherokee SR...
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35
Sofia 2008 Dodge Magnum R/T AWDReview:

Efficient — smooth and great acceleration

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2021 Dodge Challenger
GT AWD
20
Mannyfresh611 writes:
Handling Ranked 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Sport 4MATIC better.
"Mercedes-Benz drive way smuve than dodge, dont get me wrong the challenger they drive nice, over all gonna have to give it too the greatest Mercedes-Benz come on people they smoove driving car, younggeeking."
Back Seats Ranked 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Sport 4MATIC better.
"Is very comfortable and is lather interior."
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Specs

2008 Dodge Magnum
R/T AWD
2021 Dodge Challenger
GT AWD
Powertrain 5-Speed Automatic 8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
AWD
Fuel Economy, City
15 MPG
18 MPG
Fuel Economy, Highway
22 MPG
27 MPG
Fuel Tank Volume 19 gal 18.5 gal
Engine
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Gasoline
Power
340 hp @ 5,000 RPM
303 hp @ 6,350 RPM
Torque
390 lb-ft @ 4,000 RPM
268 lb-ft @ 4,800 RPM
Cylinders
8 cylinders
6 cylinders
Compression Ratio
9.6:1
10.2:1
Displacement
5,700 cc
3,600 cc
Bore x Stroke
3.92 in x 3.58 in
3.78 in x 3.27 in
Safety
ABS Brakes Standard Standard
Driver Airbag Standard Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard Standard
Front Side Airbags Optional Standard
Curtain Airbags Optional Standard
NHTSA Crash Test Results
Front Driver 5 stars --
Front Passenger 5 stars --
Side Driver 4 stars --
Side Rear Passenger 5 stars --
Rollover (pre-2011) 4 stars --
Overall -- 4 stars
Front Crash Overall -- 4 stars
Front Crash Driver -- 4 stars
Front Crash Passenger -- 5 stars
Side Crash Overall -- 5 stars
Side Barrier Driver -- 5 stars
Side Barrier Passenger -- 5 stars
Side Pole Driver -- 5 stars
Rollover -- 5 stars
Comfort and Convenience
Sunroof/Moonroof Optional --
Leather Seats Standard --
Air Conditioning Standard Standard
CD Player Standard --
CD Changer Optional --
Radio Standard Standard
Power Windows Standard Standard
Power Door Locks Standard Standard
Driver Power Seats Standard Standard
Passenger Power Seats Standard --
Interior
Maximum Seating 5 seats 5 seats
Front Legroom 41.8 in 42 in
Back Legroom 40.2 in 33.1 in
Payload and Towing
Cargo Volume 27.2 cu ft 16.2 cu ft
Maximum Payload -- 1,272 lbs
Standard Towing Capacity 3,800 lbs --
Maximum Towing Capacity 3,800 lbs 1,000 lbs
Exterior
Length 197.7 in 197.9 in
Width 74.1 in 85.4 in
Height 58.8 in 58.4 in
Wheelbase 120 in 116 in

Available Options

2008 Dodge Magnum
R/T AWD
2021 Dodge Challenger
GT AWD

Exterior Colors

  • F8 Green
  • Frostbite
  • Go Mango
  • Granite Pearlcoat
  • HELLRAISIN
  • Indigo Blue
  • Octane Red Pearlcoat
  • Pitch Black Clearcoat
  • SINAMON Stick
  • Smoke Show
  • Torred Clearcoat
  • Triple Nickel Clearcoat
  • White Knuckle Clearcoat

Option Packages

  • Harman/Kardon Audio Group W/Subwoofer
  • Radio: Uconnect 4C Nav W/8.4" Display
  • Technology Group
  • Alpine Audio Group W/Subwoofer
  • Blacktop Package
  • Cold Weather Group
  • Driver Convenience Group
  • Plus Package
  • Power Sunroof

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