Used 2017 Dodge Challenger for Sale near New Jersey

How much does the 2017 Dodge Challenger cost?

Prices have softened 6.10% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 1,411 listings available, which gives you a solid pool of used examples to compare.

Is the 2017 Dodge Challenger a good car?

Yes — the 2017 Dodge Challenger earns a 4.64/5 user rating and a 7.5/10 expert rating. The standout strength is Look and feel at 10/10.

Owners consistently praise its powerful performance, comfort, and stylish design, and they also like its muscle-car heritage and daily-driving capability. The overview also points to stable handling and a distinctive retro personality, which fits buyers who want a coupe that makes a visual statement and still works for everyday use.

The market shows 27.5% good or great deals, so you have some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2017 Dodge Challenger reliable?

Owners rate it 4.64/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

User feedback repeatedly points to a dependable, trouble-free ownership experience, with drivers especially appreciating the car’s strong performance, comfort, and daily-driving capability. The expert drive notes also emphasize that the Challenger’s modern technology and warranty-backed hardware support its long-term appeal.

The GT’s all-wheel-drive setup adds year-round usability, and the expert review says it is a good choice if you understand its limits in snow. That means your long-term risk is less about basic durability and more about choosing the right trim and condition for how you plan to use it.

What should I look for when buying a used 2017 Dodge Challenger?

At 56.8% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should start with a vehicle history report and then prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if you are considering a higher-mileage or modified example. Focus on body condition, signs of prior repair, and whether the car’s equipment still matches the trim you want.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The GT adds all-wheel drive, a 3.6-liter V6, and a more year-round-friendly personality, while the cabin mixes retro gauges with modern screens and controls. Base trims are less richly equipped, so you should compare comfort and tech features carefully if you want the best value.
• Powertrain: The GT pairs the 3.6-liter V6 with an 8-speed automatic and is tuned for quieter, smoother cruising. The V8 lineup brings more power, but the GT is the efficiency-minded choice, with around 22 mpg recorded and EPA ratings of 18 mpg city and 27 mpg highway.
• Safety package: The Challenger includes a reversing camera, while lane-departure warning, blind-spot monitoring, and forward-collision alert are optional. You should check whether a given car has those driver-assistance features, since they are not standard across the lineup.
• Infotainment: The Uconnect 8.4 system comes standard on the GT with navigation, real-time traffic, weather alerts, and onboard apps. The tech setup is user-friendly, and the Performance Pages app adds detailed vehicle data.
• Fuel efficiency: The GT returns around 22 mpg in mixed driving, with EPA ratings of 18 mpg city and 27 mpg highway.

Which 2017 Dodge Challenger trim should I buy?

The 2017 Dodge Challenger is offered in 14 trim levels: SXT, GT, R/T, Hellcat, and the other trims explicitly referenced in the model-year content.

Here's the short version:

• GT: This is the best-value choice if you want the Challenger’s retro style with added all-wheel-drive confidence and a smoother, quieter daily-driving feel. It also brings the 3.6-liter V6, 8-speed automatic, and standard Uconnect 8.4 tech, making it the most well-rounded pick for buyers who want usability without giving up the car’s character.
• R/T: Choose this if you want a V8 experience and stronger straight-line personality than the V6 trims. It suits you if performance matters more than all-weather traction or fuel economy.
• Hellcat: This is the extreme-performance choice, with the most power in the lineup and the most expensive pricing. It makes sense only if you want the top-end muscle-car experience and are willing to pay for it.

The safety package is not standard across the lineup, so check carefully for optional driver-assistance features on any trim you consider.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2017 Dodge Challenger?

The market looks selective rather than overheated, so you can shop with patience and still find worthwhile listings.

• Deal availability: 27.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 1,411 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 6.10% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 56.8% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $20,190, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2017 Dodge Challenger's resale value?

The current average of $20,322 sits slightly below last year's $21,642.

That decline suggests the market has already adjusted downward, which can help you as a buyer but may limit upside if you plan to resell soon. If you buy at the right price and keep the car in strong condition, you can reduce the impact of that softer trend.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.64/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2017 Dodge Challenger safe?

The 2017 Dodge Challenger earns five-star overall ratings from NHTSA, with four-star ratings in the frontal crash test.

It earns a 4/10 safety score from our experts.

The Challenger’s safety equipment includes a reversing camera, and optional driver-assistance features include lane-departure warning, blind-spot monitoring, and forward-collision alert. The expert review also notes that the car’s older chassis architecture contributes to its weaker crash-test performance from the IIHS, including a Marginal result in the small front overlap test and a Poor body-structure rating there.

Should I buy a 2017 Dodge Challenger or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2017 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2017 if:

• 27.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 56.8% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 6.10% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.64/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2017 adds all-wheel drive in GT form, giving the Challenger a more usable year-round personality.

Consider the 2016 if:

• At $24,653, the 2016 costs more than the current year's $20,322 average.
• It emphasizes authentic retro muscle-car style with fresh trim and wheel options.

The bottom line: If you want the better current-market value, the 2017 is the smarter starting point because prices are softer and inventory is healthy. If you are focused mainly on classic Challenger character and are comparing closely priced examples, the 2016 can still make sense, but you should expect to pay more for it.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.