Which Charger/Challenger trim is right for you? Things you must know!
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- čas přidán 20. 08. 2024
- I give you a close look at each trim available on both the Dodge Charger and Challenger and give you my opinion on which one might be right for you based on a number of different factors. See if you agree with my assessment.
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Heart says hellcat but my credit and wallet say sxt😂🤦🏾♂️
🤣🤣🤣🤣dis killed me but sooo true
The V6 is nice, its just the least powerful one in the range. It can be quite fun, you can push it hard without breaking the speed limit immediately.
😂😂😭 we feel you dawg
That's hilarious
You can go to GT it’s better hehe and it’s AWD
All I need is, a 5.7L V8, 4 doors, Remote Start, and Heated & Cooled Seats 🙌🏻💪🏻
I always enjoy these trim comparisons you make, RacerX 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻
I swear your calling is in television. You have the voice and personality for it.
My dude always working on that great mopar content.
Only two questions to ask.
1. Do you need two more doors?
2. How deep are your pockets?
It's simple tbh
I sort of agree.. sometimes people have deep pockets but don’t want/need a Hellcat .. really just depends on what you want to do with car and your preference
I went to buy a hellcat yesterday. And we figured the payment with my down. And drove away with a used yugo 🤨🤨🤨
Robbie Frentz ?
@@xxsilver_gamingxx389
Im saying i have shallow pockets im broke lol 😂
Racer X is the king of the dealership content. Really professional and informative 🔥
Thank you my friend
I can see how much effort you put into making these informative videos, let them coming
Thank you my friend
I bought an SXT last month it's plenty for me great on gas and just enough power for me I'm a junior student in college and the SXT is perfect for my daily trips to work and school.
Thanks for explaining the differences between the trims, I have a 2020 Challenger RT, and it is perfect for my driving needs. All of the trims are great in their own way, the SXT for everyday enjoyment, the Scat Pack and the Hellcat for more experienced drivers who want to enjoy some track time.
I love how you really show love to the sxt and not talk down on it for being a V6 like everyone else . I just bought my 2019 challenger and I love it . Love the channel
I purchase a very low mile 2018 T/A 5.7 Challenger. It has all the options I want. Only one missing is the sun roof. I can live with that. It is a great road car. Runs hard, stops great, handles well and makes a great daily driver.
You already know I have a RT, best daily ever!!!
Hows the mpg n what year?
Cheesepuff God They get decent mpg
Honestly not that bad, about 60 till full up for the week
👌 nice
Challenger Hellcat owner for 2 years now....best decision I ever made in car-buying. I'm a very happy man with my ride. I'm going to buy another ride soon and I'm deciding between a 5.7 Chrysler 300s or a Scat-pak Charger.
I bought a Challenger SXT earlier this year. This has been an incredible purchase. Aftermarket Magnaflow exhaust. Bright white color with red striping through the middle leading to a black spoiler. Clean look! Always getting compliments. It is my daily driver. After this is paid off I will be looking to get a RT or Scat to experience the difference.
You’ll love when u finally drive that hemi shit even if its a 5.7 or 6.2 you’ll never want to go back unless you want high mpg
Okay , wallet and gas thanks to Biden. Worse president in history!
Don't forget how important the AWD options are to us Canadians who drive these car's in the snow..⛄⛄
But you can't really have fun with them if you know what I mean
My wife loves her Challenger G/T AWD. To be honest, I like driving it, it makes me miss mine less when I put it away for the winter.
Enjoy ALL these trims folks! Its a must, before the next 10 years everything becomes electric! Lol 😅. Working my way up the engine trims.
1st. 4 cylinder (auto) Neon
2nd 3.6L Charger (5 speed)
3rd 5.7L 300c (5 speed, current car)
4. Planning for Scat Pack Charger in 2021 before summer (waiting for my new house to be built and then its shopping time!🤘🏿
This really helps! It helps me decide on my first muscle. I’ve been driving a maxima. Either the RT or Scat for me.
Scat w the widebody kit bro
Great content Racer X !!
The 2020 Challenger RT Plus Shaker 6 Speed is what I purchased earlier this year because it just spoke to me on the lot... 93 Octane seems to run great...The 5.7 Hemi puts plenty of power to the ground...
The RT is a fun package 📦
@@RacerX9 Yes, and the look is killer
The shaker I was looking at got sold and I’m hurt.
Very cool. I bought a used 2016 RT Plus Shaker 6 speed manual. So much fun. Really like the Shaker hood. But I’m already ready for a Scat Pack. Ha
I went with a 2017 Challenger R/T a month ago, coming from a 2001 Honda Civic EX with 127 Horsepower and Jumping into the R/T with 375 horsepower and 400 pounds of torque is really amazing 🤩, I still have my Honda, which I use as my daily now, and I am 100 percent a JDM Honda guy but My R/T is truly stunning and the difference in power and sound is hard to even put in words
I feel like the R/T would be a good fit for me. I’ve never owned a rear wheel drive car and the most HP that I’ve had was 190. Afraid I’d kill myself in a Scat Pack.
The RT is a fantastic car..
You will love the R/T. I had a 2018 R/T and it was a fun car. I just Traded my R/T for a 2019 hellcat a boy do I have fun with it.
Scat isn’t as scary/dangerous as you would think. It’s literally the perfect amount of power for street use.
No you wont,you will fall in love with it.👌
The most HP I have driven is 350 HP so an R/T would be easy to handle for a beginner. Plus those 5.7L are very loud and aggressive sounding so you will feel like you got the full Mopar muscle car experience with it.
My dream car is a Charger sxt with the blacktop package. I’m currently saving up for one come April. It’ll be the first Rear wheel drive car I’ve ever driven
I bought the 2020 Charger Scat 2 months ago I didn’t even test drive it... I knew what I wanted it’s a beautiful machine Smokeshow Grey I love that car... keep up the good work Racer X
That color is so 🔥 in that car. Coming from a Mustang head
That Color is the best one offered in my opinion...I settled for the triple nickel ,but I got a good deal on my 2020 redeye
Tough call. I would just recommend to go with a 4 car garage! There's a need for each one of these. I like'm all.
I like your style lol
I went with the triple nickle scatpack charger, already did a mid muffler delete it sounds great
Our 50th Commerative 2020 Challenger R/T w/automatic in Sport Mode is exactly what we were looking for...Beautiful and Fantastic work of American Muscle...on the street...give me the R/T everyday and twice on Sunday
Right, the R/T is a really great option like he stated enjoy it!
Absolutely...the kid's are grown and the mini van and SUV day's are behind us...we love hitting road in American Muscle.
I drove a V6 Challenger and though Im sure the V8s are alot of fun I'd probably be ok with a V6
Hey dad....my redeye cost more than my mortgage, but it puts a huge smile on my face....I even let out a racerx laugh once in a while 😆 🤣 😂....true story!!!
I honestly want a RT as my daily driver but being in California and the cost of gas also insurance. I think SXT will be the best for me. In terms of affordability of gas and insurance.
I think 5.7 gets the job done and would be my choice.😁GREAT VIDEO 👍
In 2013 I made the jump from a 1997 Eclipse to a 2014 Chally R/T. I thought my Eclipse was fast, but it took me 1 minute to feel the difference in that Challenger. Within 2 months I had to upgrade tires from the 245 stocks to 285, and that was only partially due to burned tread. I upgraded to a Scat Pack in 2019, and had new 305s before leaving the lot... the power is real and so is the fun. These cars are not for the inexperienced driver.
I love my Scat Pack Widebody! It has the stiffest suspension of all the Challengers, and I didn't need a second loan for the gas LOL!
Yes it can add up for sure.. my E85 Hellcat gets about 8 mpg lol
@@RacerX9 Yeah I get around 12 mpg driving 120 on the highway to work everyday. So I consider that pretty good. One good thing about Indiana there's not much traffic in the morning LOL!
The driver skill is the biggest consideration needed here. And a lot of people need to learn how to be honest about their abilities behind the wheel.
My one criticism for the manual challenger (and with stock manuals in general) is the shifter. I wish short throw was a priority. I feel like it protects your transmission because you can get in and out more easily and its more rigid. Once my warrantee is up, its one of the first things I'm replacing.
Apparently replacing it before then will void my warantee, which isn't worth it for me.
I really love these trim comparisons and how it highlights the perks of each trim. There is something for everybody.
Realistically for me? R/T. I could possibly afford it via insurance. If I was rich, Demon/Hellcat/Scat Pack, hands down. All Dodge Challenger of course! Oh yeah! Another excellent video Racer X!
I would say test drive all cars before purchasing and do research on maintenance/cost per month on up keep. This is not a Honda where the car can be forgiving when skipping maintenance. I have only own SRT from the 6.1 to the 6.4. I have rented the v6 versions of the charger & challenger. I like the v6 version of the charger, which I made it from Jacksonville, FL to Charlotte, NC on one tank of gas while pushing the car. After owning SRTs I can't go down because the R/T doesn't have the kick of a SRT. R/T has power and speed but has no zoom like the SRT. Next step is try out these Hellcats!
Next up the cat lol. It’s a monster 👍
@@RacerX9 well I built up my SRT, she has a 448 hemi! Not a hellcat but she has 650hp n/a!
You literally answered all the questions I had. Thanks and great content.
Scat Pack is the best bang for you buck. If you decide to get a muscle car, it should be a V8. When I decided to get a Challenger, if I couldn't afford the payments for the Scat Pack V8 I wasn't even going to get a Challenger. I'd just go and get what I could've afford at that time but would never settle for the V6.
Definitely wish I would have thought about the future when I got my charger widebody scatpack! The gas is definitely number 1 for me! The tires!! Are ridiculous! Especially because you have to get them special ordered! And they cost a grip! And you can’t put a spare on a widebody if you get a flat! None of this would probably be an issue if I wasn’t married and have a children and a mortgage 🤣
From someone who upgrade from an RT to the scat i think you are spot on with the analysis. The power can be intimidating and its best to start slow before jumping to something that's a legitimate drag car.
Also, is the scat more expensive? Yes, does it go through more gas, yes, is it more expensive to maintain, yes, does it cost more on insurance, yes, yes and yes, but its ALSO 100% worth it!! Especially when you have a manual like me and you can roll through the gears absolutely a blast to drive and have complete controll over the car.
Is the Scat Pack not classified as an RT under insurance? I thought the insurance would be the same for a RT and RT ScatPack
@@xox_xox99 nope. Its like a tier system so if you call insurance or do it online the R/T is an option but then they will most likely ask you what motor the 5.7 or 6.4 and thats how they get you. To be fair it costs more so it makes sense the insurance is more as you are also more likely to use more of the horsepower lol.
I went with the Challenger SXT. Used to have a 2007 Mini Cooper S that was a fun car, when it wasn't in the garage every other week... but it just wasn't feasible long-term and I just didn't have the time or the money to constantly spend fixing shotty BMW parts. Always liked the Challengers of all trims and took the dive on my current one and am loving it.
I don't need more than 2 doors, the trunk space is great (unlike the Mini), gas mileage is MUCH better than the Mini towards the end of its time with me, and it's a fun daily driver - even as a 6 cylinder. Of course if I had the immediate money I *MIGHT* have gone for a V8 but it would still be a tossup since I'd be in traffic most of the time anyways and no longer race on the track or autocross so I feel the 6-cylinder was good enough to suit my purposes.
Im more than Happy with my charger rt and my challenger sxt. nice review racerx
Both great cars
It seems like he really enjoys the hellcat but there's even higher trims 👀
Yes but none that will give mine a run 👍
RacerX you should race a gt500 or even Zl1
@@xxsilver_gamingxx389 a demon if he can find one
After this video I know exactly what Challenger trim am getting. Thanks RacerX.
I bought a new 2023 Scat Pack 1320 about three months ago. Incredible car! What a beast! However, I realized after 500 miles of use, I should have been focused on buying a replacement for my old , beat up daily driver. The 1320 just isn't a practical DD and just two weeks after I bought this car my local dragstrip ( Atco Dragway, NJ) closed for good. So, even though I love what the 1320 has to offer, I scraped together enough funds to buy a 2023 Charger GT PLUS. This too is a great vehicle and even though it's "just a V6", it's capable 300 horsepower engine is ideal as a daily driver. I couldn't be happier. I am now faced with making high payments on a car I no longer drive and is up for sale :(
Update, after about 5.5 months with the Charger GT, I longed for that HEMI rumble, So, I traded in the Charger GT ( with only 1000 miles) for another new 2023 Charger, an RT DAYTONA. Think I'm finally done with my entire "Last Call" whirl-wind new Dodge buying experiences. Third time's the charm.
been seeing your videos ever since I got a scat pack (guess google knows all) and I am glad I made the right choice
Awesome content buddy 👍
Would love to daily a SXT Challenger if I wasn't being supplied a company truck!💯
That red with black stripes is my kinda thing‼️❤❤🖤❤🖤❤❤
My personal preference would be for the upcoming Charger Hellcat Redeye Widebody. 4 doors! Practical (when cost is no object)! Looks great! Insane power!
The fastest one you can afford is always the right trim for you
This was in my recommended and I’m glad so. You know what you’re talking about and you are honest and informative. As a young adult who is looking to get into the muscle car scene this was so helpful. Thank you. You definitely got a new subscriber wit me bro 💯
I have a 2016 SRT charger 392 I love it
I’ve have had 2 s550’s and my 2020 scat feels like it has more cojones than the Mustang
Lol that's where I got my RT😁
Charger or challenger ?
@@xxsilver_gamingxx389 I got a 2019 indigo blue charger
chillax x Soild choice bro enjoy your R/T bro 🔥
@@xxsilver_gamingxx389 thank you! 🙏🏾
chillax x Yup
This video is a must for potential buyers🙏
The RT is awesome. Would recommend
Thank you for the great videos I just purchased a 2020 Charger Scat pack 2 days ago.
I wished the Ford Mustang had a trim like the r/t I really don’t like the eco boost too bad they discontinued the v6
Facts
So true
The gt mustang to me is like a RT ,gt350 is like a scat pack, and gt500 is like a hellcat trim level
@@mr.c_3457 nice way to put it
@@mr.c_3457 not at all. The v6 would be on the RT level, the GT base and fully loaded is right there with a 392. Dodge has nothing in its line up to compare to the Shelby GT350. The GT500 and Redeye are now competitors. Ford power wise has nothing in the competition range for the regular hellcat.
I bought my first brand new Charger RT from them way back in 2008 lol! I am considering going back to a Charger RT for a daily to replace my Jeep Cherokee, but with a new job on the horizon that will have me driving out of town for work I know I will be racking up miles quick and burning fuel. With that said I might consider the Charger GT with that Pentastar V6. Great videos Racer X, keep them coming!
Lots of options to choose from based on your budget. Thanks RacerX for another informative video.
RacerX u are the best. I really love ur channel. U always have good content for all trim levels. Keep up the good work
Excellent video! You have a big fan from Mexico, keep doing these Muscle Car reviews, you help us a lot choosing between the best models.
If you only need a SXT for your daily then spend a tiny bit more and get the GT with performance pages and more bells and whistles. Same engine, same Insurance cost,same mpg.
Hello Racer X, many thanks for your channel, enthusiastic and informative. I really enjoyed especially your trim discussion/guidance; I have been watching your channel since this year's spring. Finally, after long waiting, I got the car title for brand new 2020 Challenger GT AWD (granite crystal, Black Top) and can drive her. For me the power of V6 is well enough (compared with 1.6 L Ecoboost and 2.0 L supercharged diesel in European Fords I drive). I am enjoying every mile - the car is totally different from European cars: look & feel, sound and power & response (namely when compared to downsized supercharged I4’s common here for midsize cars). Challenger handles surprisingly well when one realizes the size & weight, she is comfortable, roomy big coupe and simply beautiful. Honestly, I was pleasantly surprised with the engine sound, both interior as exterior, and the power. With V6 engine the car is probably below the muscle car definition, nor a race/performance car but rather a classy cruiser (what was actually my dream that finally came true now). Take care and keep up with your great content. Greetings from the heart of Europe (Czech Republic, Prague).
I had a regular R/t back in the day...me personally I find them useless. If you modify them okay but just bone stock they aren’t beating any of the competitors. The scat pack itself has a tough time against the mustang V8 and camaro v8. If you want some rumble and noise then go for it but if I had to pick I would go V6, then straight to the scat or hellcat
Yeap u hit it on the head G, I had a choice BTW the Hellcat and 392 srt... and to be completely honest my 392 has gotten away from me more then a handful of times. PLUS if I want it to go faster just add a mod or 2. But yeah that hellcat is something serious guys u REALLY need to be able to handle 707hp.
It certainly takes restraint .. especially when pushing big hp
My dream is to own a scatpack challenger. But in reality, I might have to settle for another rt charger (family situation). Hhhm, maybe I can pinch a few pennies and save up to get the scatpack charger widebody. Best of both worlds :-).
Best sales man Dodge has..great job my friend👍👍
Nice video. Now they have the super stock option coming too. Good times
Me sitting in my house right down the street from where this was filmed😎
When racer X speaks you listen.
I enjoyed your video on the trims. Thank you for doing this video.
Fully equipped RT if you just want the looks and feel of a muscle car. Base Scat pack if you want performance. They're both comparible in price. At least here in Canada.
Awesome review!
I’m new here this First time watching your video and i like it
Great video Racer X I know a bunch of this already mostly because you've talked about it in some of your other videos lol. Keep putting out this content it's good stuff I try to watch every video regardless
Thanks for the info buddy.... now I took my decision of which trim I will buy....
Hellcat because it has good trim and horsepower with a V8 Hemi supercharged and good for daily driver to drive a hellcat
Scat packs are pretty fast tho
@@tyrunruh4143 , 😂
I wouldn’t say the hellcat is an ideal daily .. although the car will certainly do it
@@RacerX9 i totally agree
Because I'm a hellcat and mopar fan
Awesome video. Lots of good information. Keep the awesome content going!
Great video, love all the content, I like knowing what the other cars can do when I see them on the street
Thanks buddy.. much appreciated
Just bought a challenger Scat pack 1320 R /T with the full drag package. In the sinomin stick color automatic. With the drag radial tires no I didn't get the wide body l like it without it. I'm an old school muscle car. Guy. My first car was a 1972 demon. 2nd was a 70 RR.
Thank you for this video Racer X! :)
that scat pack... *WOAH* i want it
YESSSS I’ve been waiting for this
Good content
If I could deal with the owning cost of a Scat Pack , that would be my first choice. I bought the RT and it’s a great daily driver and you get a great V8 sound…
I choose to same money .I was going to get a hellcat but I choose to buy a v6 challenger charcoal grey with charcoal grey 20 inch rims. And I bought a 2014 LTZ Tahoe V8. I bought 2 vehicles instead of buying 1.
I have a 21 scat and love it
I’d get the hellcat just bc of the wine alone💀
Thank you for giving me idea on the trim levels. Planning to get charger..
Love my scat pack! And still average 20 mpg with a wide open throttle here and there💪
My average is 13 LOL. Bought it brand new.
Rich F 13 geezzzz guess mines is just taking a stroll compared to yours loll && lucky that’s one thing I do regret! I should’ve bought new. Guess there’s always something you regret in your car purchasing, but I still love my scat
Always great content and advice!
I agree with you on all this and if you go back to late 70's early 80's performance .....Sxt, GT and RT blow away horsepower of the camaro's, transam's and mustangs from that time ..they had 220 to 240 hp... Yeah... we've came a long long long way .....I had those cars and my RT smokes them in all areas .......Peace
This new technology is crazy 🤜🔥
@@RacerX9 It sure is but its here to stay good and bad....great job as always man
Lmao I’m a girl that jumping from corollas to challenger hell cat and I swear the hell cat is easier first time driving a rear wheel and something with lots of horsepower but I dunno I think she’s not hard to drive she’s easy to control but also the hell cat has your back with her power❤️🔥to drive then a Corolla but grateful for all cars that had my back throughout the years🙏🏽
I think I am going to get a little more experience driving my ScatPack then in a few years go for a Hellcat with under 20000 miles. I have been looking and the 2015 and 2016 Hellcats really are becoming more affordable with decent miles.
@Ragingbull340 Thanks for the heads up.
The trim is my selling point. SXT looks way better, sleek, and sexy
Another thing to consider is that a muscle car isn't the same as a sports car. A sports car is fun to drive around winding roads. A true American muscle car is not ideal to drive on winding roads. The Scat Pack and Hellcat options are both the true muscle cars. Only get those, as you said in the video, if you want a car to do lots of drag racing in (Scat Pack for 1/8th mile and Hellcat for 1/4 mile).
You should be a car salesman. If they were all like you I would vist the dealer far more often. I would buy a car from you lol.
I love all Challengers
Good videos keep them coming