Used 2023 Dodge Challenger for Sale nearRockford, IL

How much does the 2023 Dodge Challenger cost?

Prices are up 5.47% year-over-year — a sign of continued demand for this model year.

There are 2,655 listings available, which gives you a meaningful pool to compare before you commit. If you find a listing below $41,200.53, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2023 Dodge Challenger a good car?

Yes — the 2023 Dodge Challenger earns a 4.8/5 user rating and a 7.17/10 expert rating. The standout strength is Performance at 10/10.

Owners consistently praise its powerful performance, fun driving experience, and strong value. They also like the ample legroom and trunk space, which help it feel more usable than many muscle cars. On the downside, some owners point to rear-seat usability and headroom with the sunroof option.

That lines up with the car’s role as a final-year muscle car: it delivers serious straight-line appeal while still offering everyday livability. Even so, the market shows 30.6% good or great deals, which suggests you still have room to shop carefully.

Is the 2023 Dodge Challenger reliable?

Owners rate it 4.8/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The owner feedback also points to a car that feels powerful, fun, and strong on value, which usually goes hand in hand with confidence in day-to-day ownership. The expert evaluation reinforces that this is a car built around durable, old-school muscle-car character rather than fragile novelty.

The performance notes also describe it as holding up remarkably well for its age, with a stout chassis and hardware that help it ride and handle better than you might expect. For used buyers, the main long-term risk is less about complexity and more about whether the car was driven hard or maintained carefully.

What should I look for when buying a used 2023 Dodge Challenger?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 84.1% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still check the history report carefully, because a muscle car like this is more likely than average to have been driven aggressively. A pre-purchase inspection should focus on wear items, signs of hard use, and whether the car’s condition matches its mileage and asking price. Pay extra attention to the interior, electronics, and any evidence that the car has been modified or tracked.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The Black Ghost is based on the SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody and adds exclusive retro styling, premium Laguna semi-aniline leather upholstery, simulated suede, and genuine carbon fiber trim. It also shows how much the base setup leaves out, since modern technology is limited and the safety net is thin.
• Powertrain: The Black Ghost uses a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 with 807 hp and 707 lb-ft of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. It delivers huge power, but the trade-off is poor fuel economy and a car that can feel large on narrow, twisty roads.
• Safety package: The Black Ghost includes a low-resolution reversing camera, rear parking sensors, automatic high-beam headlights, and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert. Forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and adaptive cruise control are unavailable on the SRT Hellcat Redeye and, by extension, the Black Ghost.
• Infotainment: The Uconnect 4C touchscreen measures 8.4 inches and includes wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth streaming audio, navigation, and a Harman Kardon premium sound system. The interface is intuitive, but the voice-recognition system is aging.
• Fuel efficiency: The EPA rates it at 15 mpg in combined driving, and the test loop returned 15.7 mpg. That makes fuel costs a major part of ownership, especially if you drive it often.

Which 2023 Dodge Challenger trim should I buy?

The 2023 Dodge Challenger is offered in 1 trim level: Black Ghost.

Here's the short version:

The Black Ghost is the one to buy if you want the most distinctive sendoff version of the Challenger and you value rarity, power, and retro-themed presentation over practicality. It layers on exclusive styling, premium interior materials, and the strongest performance character described in the data, but it also carries the same age-related tech and safety limitations as the rest of the lineup.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2023 Dodge Challenger?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop with some leverage if you stay disciplined.

• Deal availability: 30.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 2,655 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices are up 5.47% year-over-year.
• Clean inventory: 84.1% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $41,200.53, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2023 Dodge Challenger's resale value?

The current average of $43,652 sits slightly above last year's $41,388.

That upward move suggests the market still places strong value on this final-year Challenger, especially as a gas-powered muscle car with a clear end-of-production story. For a future seller, that can help support demand if your car is clean, well-kept, and priced in line with the market.

The limited-run nature of the final-year lineup can also help keep attention on the model. Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.8/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2023 Dodge Challenger safe?

It earns favorable ratings only in two outdated frontal- and side-impact tests from IIHS, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gives the car high marks but hasn’t updated its crash-test standards in over a decade.

It earns a 3/10 safety score from our experts.

The Challenger’s safety equipment is limited. The Black Ghost test car had a low-resolution reversing camera, rear parking sensors, automatic high-beam headlights, and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert. Forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and adaptive cruise control are unavailable on the SRT Hellcat Redeye and, by extension, the Black Ghost.

That means you should treat safety as a major trade-off if you’re shopping used. The car can protect you in a crash, but it gives you far less active-driver assistance than many newer alternatives.

Should I buy a 2023 Dodge Challenger or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2023 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2023 if:

• 30.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 84.1% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices are up 5.47% year-over-year.
• Owners rate it 4.8/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2023 model year is the Challenger’s final production year, with special-edition “Last Call” models and the rare Black Ghost limited to 300 units.

The bottom line: If you want the most meaningful version of the Challenger story, the 2023 is the one to target because it combines final-year significance, strong owner satisfaction, and a market that still shows decent deal availability. If you’re more price-sensitive, you may want to compare nearby years and focus on the cleanest, best-maintained example rather than chasing the newest badge alone.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 4, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.