Used Dodge Charger for Sale nearLa Jolla, CA

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

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

The Dodge Charger’s current nationwide average price is $25,326, and over the past year that average reached a low of $24,343. Recently, prices have eased on the 2021 models, while other recent model years have held firm or risen.

Is the Dodge Charger a good car?

Yes — the Dodge Charger earns strong marks from owners across its long run, and its appeal is anchored by a 4.67/5 all-generations user rating. The all-generations owner rating is 4.67/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Charger for its powerful performance, spacious cabin, and sporty character. The model also stands out for its comfortable seating and everyday usability, which help it work as both a muscle car and a practical sedan.

Expert reviews rate the 2020 and 2014 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs center on fuel economy, interior quality in some years, and older technology in recent models.

27.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Dodge Charger models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Charger for its strong performance, roomy interior, and comfortable daily-driving character. Expert impressions also reinforce its appeal as a distinctive, practical muscle sedan with broad capability.

• Owners rate the Dodge Charger between 4.18 and 4.93 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, the biggest long-term ownership risk comes from choosing a harder-driven example, so a careful history check and a close look at maintenance records matter.

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

Across all model years, at 64.6% 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: Active Driving Assist, Forward Collision Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking with Vulnerable Road Users Detection, Active Lane Management, Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Blind-spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Path detection, Traffic Sign Recognition, and Drowsy Driver Detection.
• Infotainment: Uconnect 5 with a 12.3-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay, and wireless Android Auto.

Which Dodge Charger trim should I buy?

The 2026 Dodge Charger offers these trims:

• Charger R/T: The entry powertrain brings 420 horsepower and all-wheel drive, making it the starting point for buyers who want the Charger’s core performance character.
• Charger Scat Pack: This version adds 550 horsepower, an eight-speed automatic transmission, Launch Control, Line Lock, and rear-wheel-drive mode for buyers who want the most aggressive gas-powered setup.
• Charger Scat Pack Plus: This trim adds the 16-inch display, built-in navigation, wireless charging, Turn Signal Active Blind Spot View, and a 360-degree camera, making it the best-value choice for shoppers who want the richest mix of performance and convenience.

What Dodge Charger do most buyers choose?

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

These higher-volume years tend to attract more shoppers because they offer a strong mix of availability, newer features, and a wide range of prices. That gives you more chances to find the right trim, mileage, and condition for your budget.

What is the Dodge Charger's resale value?

Most model years are down year over year, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. A few newer years are still rising, though, so the market is not moving in one direction across the board. The strongest value opportunities are in the years showing the steepest declines, while the newest examples continue to command premium pricing.

The 2016 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2023, 2022, and 2017 model years have held their value best, with prices flat to rising year-over-year.

Is the Dodge Charger safe?

• 2026: 6/10
• 2023: 5/10
• 2022: 6/10
• 2021: 9/10
• 2020: 8/10
• 2018: 6/10
• 2017: 6/10
• 2016: 7/10
• 2015: 7/10
• 2014: 8/10

The 2026 Charger comes standard with Active Driving Assist, along with Forward Collision Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking with Vulnerable Road Users Detection, Active Lane Management, Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Blind-spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Path detection, Traffic Sign Recognition and Drowsy Driver Detection.

For the safest used buy, the 2021 model posts the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Dodge Charger now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2021 model is at −5.73% versus a year ago, and the 2020 model is at −4.65%.
• Deal availability: The 2021 model has 27.8% good and great deals, and the 2020 model has 26.7%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings at a current average price of $29,035. The Dodge Charger offers a roomy cabin and a big trunk, which makes it easy to live with as a daily driver.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The latest Charger offers 456 horsepower in the Daytona R/T, 630 hp in the Daytona Scat Pack, 420 hp in the gas-powered R/T, and 550 hp in the Scat Pack, all paired with an eight-speed automatic in the gas models.
• Tech: The latest Charger brings a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, a 12.3-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, built-in navigation on Plus models, and a wireless charging pad.
• Safety: The latest Charger adds Active Driving Assist, Forward Collision Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking with Vulnerable Road Users Detection, Active Lane Management, Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Blind-spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Path detection, Traffic Sign Recognition, and Drowsy Driver Detection.
• Starting price: The Charger Scat Pack coupe costs $56,990.

If you're buying used today, the 2022 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 29, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.