New Dodge Charger for Sale nearUrbandale, IA

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 $24,924, and over the past year that average reached a low of $24,369. 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 is a strong pick if you want a performance sedan with space and personality. The all-generations owner rating is 4.7/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Charger for its powerful performance, spacious and comfortable interior, and sporty appeal. Across the model’s run, buyers also repeatedly highlight the strong engine choices and the car’s everyday usability, especially when they want a sedan that still feels exciting to drive.

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

The main trade-offs that come up most often are fuel economy, safety features, and interior technology, especially in older or less-equipped versions. For used shoppers, that means the Charger makes the most sense if you value character, power, and roominess more than efficiency or the newest cabin tech.

25.6% 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 everyday usability as core strengths. Across the model’s history, it has also earned praise for being comfortable, durable, and easy to live with as a daily driver.

• Owners rate the Dodge Charger between 4.2 and 4.9 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is most manageable when you choose a well-kept example with a clean history and a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

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

Across all model years, at 63.5% 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-2023 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: A 12.3-inch touchscreen display with Uconnect 5 software, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and built-in navigation on Plus models.

Which Dodge Charger trim should I buy?

The 2026 Dodge Charger offers these trims:

• Charger R/T: The entry gas model brings 420 horsepower and all-wheel drive, making it the starting point for buyers who want Charger performance with standard traction.
• Charger Scat Pack: This 550-horsepower trim adds the strongest gas-engine output in the lineup, plus standard all-wheel drive, Launch Control, Line Lock, and Brembo brakes; it’s the best-value choice for shoppers who want the fullest performance experience.
• Charger Scat Pack Plus: This version adds the larger 16-inch digital display, wireless charging, built-in navigation, Turn Signal Active Blind Spot View, and a 360-degree camera, making it the pick for buyers who want the most tech and parking assistance.

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, more pricing flexibility, and a strong mix of modern features and familiar Charger character.

What is the Dodge Charger's resale value?

Most Charger model years in this table are down year over year, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. A few newer and mid-cycle years are still rising, so the market is not moving in one direction across the board. The strongest value opportunities are the years showing the steepest declines, while the most recent models continue to command higher prices.

The 2023, 2022, and 2016 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 −7.33% versus a year ago, and the 2020 model is at −6.38%.
• Deal availability: The 2021 model has 26.4% good and great deals, and the 2020 model has 24.4%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings at a current average price of $28,001. The Dodge Charger offers a roomy cabin and a strong performance identity that make it appealing as both a daily driver and a muscle sedan.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The latest Charger brings 456 horsepower in Daytona R/T form, 630 hp in Daytona Scat Pack form, 420 hp in gas R/T form, and 550 hp in Scat Pack form, with an eight-speed automatic transmission on the gas models.
• Tech: The latest model adds a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, a 12.3-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless charging on Plus models, built-in navigation, and Performance Pages.
• Safety: The latest model 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 2026 Dodge 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.

How does the 2020 Dodge Charger compare to the 2020 Chevrolet Impala?

The Charger gives you a higher used price and far more listings, which can make it easier to shop and compare. The Impala is priced lower on the used market, while the Charger brings stronger highway efficiency and a more performance-focused identity.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.