Used 2022 Dodge Charger for Sale nearOakland, CA

How much does the 2022 Dodge Charger cost?

Prices are up 3.93% year-over-year — a sign of continued demand for this model year.

There are 4,328 listings available, which gives you a solid pool to compare before you commit.

Is the 2022 Dodge Charger a good car?

Yes — the 2022 Dodge Charger earns a 4.58/5 user rating and an 8.00/10 expert rating.

The standout strength is Performance at 10/10.

Owners repeatedly praise the Charger’s powerful performance, spacious interior, and enjoyable handling. The model also gets credit for easy-to-use technology, which helps it work as more than just a straight-line muscle sedan.

The trade-offs are familiar: the interior quality and comfort can feel behind the price, and the car’s age shows in some of the cabin and tech execution.

For you, that means the Charger makes the most sense if you want traditional gas-powered performance with everyday usability rather than the newest cabin design.

Good and great deals account for 29.0% of listings, so there is still some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2022 Dodge Charger reliable?

Owners rate it 4.58/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The owner feedback points to a car people feel good about living with over time, especially because it combines strong performance with a roomy cabin and enjoyable handling. That kind of satisfaction usually matters when you’re trying to judge whether a used car will feel dependable in daily use.

The expert evaluation also emphasizes that the Charger’s conventional controls and straightforward infotainment layout make it easy to live with, which supports confidence in long-term ownership.

If you buy used, the main risk is less about the car’s basic appeal and more about finding one that has been maintained well and not worn hard.

What should I look for when buying a used 2022 Dodge Charger?

At 73.5% 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 close inspection of bodywork, panel alignment, and signs of prior repair. Because the Charger’s appeal often depends on condition as much as mileage, you’ll want to focus on how well the cabin, electronics, and drivetrain have held up.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The SXT comes with a V6, power-adjustable front seats, rear parking sensors, cloth upholstery, a six-speaker stereo, and a 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The GT adds a rear spoiler, sport-tuned suspension, performance tires, an Alpine premium stereo, navigation, and an 8.4-inch touchscreen. The R/T is the least expensive V8 model and largely follows the GT’s equipment. The R/T Scat Pack adds a larger V8, launch control, a high-performance suspension, a limited-slip rear differential, Brembo performance brakes, a heated steering wheel, and driver’s seat memory. The Hellcat adds a supercharged 6.2-liter V8, SRT-tuned Bilstein suspension, upgraded Brembo brakes, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, Laguna leather upholstery, and heated-and-ventilated front seats. The Redeye brings an even more powerful version of the Hellcat engine with improved cooling, and the Jailbreak turns the supercharged V8 up further. The Scat Pack is the best-value performance pick if you want serious speed without jumping to the highest-priced trims.
• Powertrain: The Charger uses a 3.6-liter V6 in SXT and GT models, with rear-wheel drive standard and all-wheel drive available on those trims. The R/T uses a 5.7-liter Hemi V8, the Scat Pack uses a 6.4-liter Hemi V8, and the Hellcat, Redeye, and Jailbreak use supercharged 6.2-liter V8s. The V6 returns the best efficiency, while the higher-output V8s trade fuel economy for much stronger acceleration.
• Safety package: The Charger offers only a backup camera and rear parking sensors as standard equipment. Available driver-assistance features include forward-collision avoidance, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, automatic high beams, lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, rain-sensing wipers, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. Some of the more advanced safety features are optional rather than standard, so trim and option content matter.
• Infotainment: The base setup uses a 7-inch Uconnect touchscreen, while an 8.4-inch screen is optional on the SXT and standard on the rest of the lineup. Both systems include Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and the larger screen is easier to use thanks to bigger icons.
• Fuel efficiency: The V6 with rear-wheel drive returns 19 mpg city, 30 mpg highway, and 23 mpg combined. With all-wheel drive, it returns 18 mpg city, 27 mpg highway, and 21 mpg combined. The 5.7-liter V8 returns 16 mpg city, 25 mpg highway, and 19 mpg combined. The 6.4-liter V8 returns 15 mpg city, 24 mpg highway, and 18 mpg combined. The Hellcat returns the same fuel economy as the Scat Pack, while the Redeye and Jailbreak return 12 mpg city, 21 mpg highway, and 15 mpg combined.

Which 2022 Dodge Charger trim should I buy?

The 2022 Dodge Charger is offered in 7 trim levels: SXT, GT, R/T, R/T Scat Pack, Hellcat, Redeye, and Jailbreak.

Here's the short version:

• SXT: This is the entry point, and it gives you the Charger’s core V6 power, standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and the basic everyday usability that makes the car easy to live with. It makes sense if you want the lowest-cost way into the lineup.
• GT: This trim adds a sportier feel with a rear spoiler, sport-tuned suspension, performance tires, navigation, and the larger 8.4-inch touchscreen. It’s the better choice if you want a more polished daily driver without stepping into V8 pricing.
• R/T: This is the first V8 trim, so it’s the one to target if you want the classic Charger muscle-car feel without going all the way to the high-performance models. It’s the right middle ground for buyers who care more about V8 character than maximum output.
• R/T Scat Pack: This is the best-value performance trim. You get the bigger 6.4-liter V8, launch control, a high-performance suspension, a limited-slip rear differential, and Brembo brakes, which makes it the sweet spot for serious enthusiasts.
• Hellcat: This trim is for you if outright speed is the priority. It adds the supercharged 6.2-liter V8, upgraded brakes, and the more performance-focused hardware that makes the Charger feel far more extreme.
• Redeye: Choose this if you want even more power than the Hellcat and are willing to pay for it. It builds on the Hellcat formula with a more powerful tune and improved cooling.
• Jailbreak: This is the most extreme version, with the hottest supercharged V8 tune in the lineup. It’s the one for buyers who want the top-end Charger experience and are shopping with emotion as much as practicality.

The safety package is limited on lower trims, so if driver-assistance features matter to you, check option content carefully.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2022 Dodge Charger?

Act selectively, because this is still a seller’s market for the Charger.

• Deal availability: 29.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 4,328 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices are up 3.93% year-over-year.
• Clean inventory: 73.5% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $26,806, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2022 Dodge Charger’s resale value?

The current average of $28,044 sits slightly above last year's $26,984.

That upward move suggests the Charger is holding buyer interest well, which is helpful if you plan to sell later. A model year with rising prices usually signals that shoppers still value the car’s mix of performance and personality.

Because the Charger has a distinct identity and strong enthusiast appeal, well-kept examples should continue to draw attention. If you buy carefully and maintain it well, you’re more likely to preserve value than you would with a less distinctive sedan.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.58/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2022 Dodge Charger safe?

The Charger earns a 6/10 safety score from our experts.

This is where the Charger truly shows its age. In an age where even an economical compact car like a Toyota Corolla comes with a long list of driver-assistance features, the Charger offers only a backup camera and rear parking sensors as standard equipment.

Luckily, you can get some modern safety features like forward-collision avoidance, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, automatic high beams, lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, rain-sensing wipers, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert as options.

That means safety can improve meaningfully with the right trim or option package, but you should not assume a used Charger is well equipped just because it’s a higher-performance model.

Should I buy a 2022 Dodge Charger or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2022 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2022 if:

• 29.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 73.5% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices are up 3.93% year-over-year.
• Owners rate it 4.58/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It blends old-school muscle-car character with everyday usability and strong performance.

Consider the 2021 if:

• At $26,236, the 2021 costs less than the current year's $28,044 average.
• It offers budget-friendly horsepower and a roomy cabin.

Consider the 2023 if:

• At $34,321, the 2023 costs more than the current year's $28,044 average.
• It adds final-year appeal and a more send-off-like sense of occasion.

The bottom line: If you want the best balance of price, performance, and availability, the 2022 is the smart target. If you’re trying to spend less, the 2021 is the value play; if you want the last-year cachet and don’t mind paying more, the 2023 is the emotional choice.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 20, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.