Used Dodge Challenger for Sale nearMontpelier, VT

How much does the Dodge Challenger cost in today's market?

Used Dodge Challenger prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Dodge Challenger's current nationwide average price is $28,688, and its lowest point over the past year was $27,932. Recently, prices have come down for the 2021 and 2022 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Dodge Challenger a good car?

Yes — the Dodge Challenger earns strong praise from owners for its power, comfort, and distinctive retro styling. The all-generations owner rating is 4.7/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently highlight the Challenger's powerful performance, enjoyable driving experience, and classic muscle-car character. They also praise its comfortable cabin and the way it blends modern technology with old-school appeal.

Expert reviews rate the 2015 and 2020 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs are fuel economy, interior refinement, and rear-seat usability, especially in the more performance-focused versions.

30.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Dodge Challenger models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Challenger for its strong performance, comfort, and distinctive styling. Expert reviews also point to a car that delivers a memorable driving experience and a broad range of powertrain choices.

• Owners rate the Dodge Challenger between 4.4 and 4.9 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by choosing a well-kept example with a clean history and careful maintenance records.

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

Across all model years, at 64.5% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2022 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: blind-spot monitoring system with rear cross-traffic alert
• Infotainment: Uconnect 4 touchscreen infotainment display with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: 15 mpg in combined driving

Which Dodge Challenger trim should I buy?

The 2023 Dodge Challenger offers these trims:

• SXT: the entry point, with rear-wheel drive and the lowest starting price in the lineup.
• Black Ghost: the most exclusive special edition here, with retro-themed appearance details, premium Laguna semi-aniline leather upholstery, simulated suede trim, genuine carbon fiber trim, an 8.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system, navigation, a Harman Kardon premium sound system, and the highest-output performance hardware in the tested lineup.

What Dodge Challenger do most buyers choose?

The Dodge Challenger years with the most listings are 2022, 2023, and 2021.

Higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they offer a broader mix of prices, trims, and availability. That usually makes it easier to find the right combination of value and equipment.

What is the Dodge Challenger's resale value?

Most model years in the table are moving lower year over year, which is good news if you want to buy used. A few years are holding value more closely or ticking upward, so the market is still showing some strength in newer and especially desirable examples.

The 2017 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2023, 2014, and 2017 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Dodge Challenger safe?

• 2023: 3/10
• 2021: 4/10
• 2020: 5/10
• 2017: 4/10
• 2016: 8/10
• 2015: 8/10

For the safest used buy, the 2015 and 2016 models both post the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used Dodge Challenger now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2022 model is at −1.97% versus a year ago, and the 2021 model is at −2.16%.
• Deal availability: The 2022 model has 32.2% good and great deals, and the 2021 model has 31%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings at a current average price of $33,352. The Dodge Challenger offers classic muscle-car styling with a roomy cabin and a strong everyday presence.

If you're buying used today, the 2022 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

How does the 2022 Dodge Challenger compare to the 2022 Ford Mustang?

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.