Used Dodge Charger for Sale nearParkersburg, WV

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 $25,799, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $24,373 over the past year. 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 a strong all-generations owner rating, and its appeal is easy to understand if you want a performance sedan with real-world space. 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. Across the model years, the recurring themes are strong acceleration, comfortable seating, and a roomy interior that works well for everyday use.

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

The main trade-offs that show up in expert feedback are outdated technology, poor fuel economy, and interior materials that feel cheap in some years.

27.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Dodge Charger models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Charger’s strong performance, roomy cabin, and comfortable daily-driving character. The model also earns repeated praise for its sporty feel and overall appeal as a practical muscle sedan.

• 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, long-term ownership risk is best managed by choosing a later, well-kept example and checking service history carefully.

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

Across all model years, at 65.6% 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 standard all-wheel drive, making it the starting point for buyers who want the Charger’s core performance and all-weather traction.
• Charger Scat Pack: This version adds 550 horsepower, an eight-speed automatic transmission, standard all-wheel drive, Launch Control, Line Lock, and Brembo brakes with six-piston front calipers; it’s the best-value trim for shoppers who want the strongest mix of performance and equipment.
• Charger Scat Pack Plus: This trim builds on the Scat Pack with the larger 16-inch display, built-in navigation, wireless charging, Turn Signal Active Blind Spot View, and a 360-degree camera, making it the pick for buyers who want the most tech and parking help.
• Charger Daytona R/T: The electrified R/T brings 456 horsepower to all four wheels and suits buyers who want the electric side of the Charger lineup with strong standard output.
• Charger Daytona Scat Pack: This top electrified trim delivers 630 horsepower and is the choice for buyers who want the most power in the lineup.

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 be popular because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right trim, mileage, and price combination. They also sit close enough to the newest generations to keep the Charger’s modern performance and everyday usability front and center.

What is the Dodge Charger's resale value?

Most model years in the table are moving lower year over year, which can create better opportunities for used buyers. A few newer years are rising, showing that demand remains strong for the freshest examples. Overall, the pattern suggests that older and mid-cycle Chargers can offer more favorable pricing, while the newest ones continue to command stronger values.

The 2016 and 2017 model years are holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2023, 2022, and 2016 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

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 −4.58% versus a year ago, and the 2020 model is at −4.28%.
• Deal availability: The 2021 model has 28% good and great deals, and the 2020 model has 27.2%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings at a current average price of $29,398. The Dodge Charger offers a roomy cabin, a large trunk, and a distinctive muscle-sedan character that makes it easy to live with every day.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The latest Charger offers 456 horsepower in the Daytona R/T, 630 horsepower in the Daytona Scat Pack, and 550 horsepower in the gas Scat Pack, while the gas models use an eight-speed automatic transmission.
• Tech: The latest Charger brings a 12.3-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, and a 16-inch display on Plus models.
• 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 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.