Dodge Challenger SRT 8 2008

The return of the iconic Dodge Challenger brings what pony car fanatics crave: ground shaking performance, unmistakable design cues reminiscent of the original Challenger, world-class ride and handling characteristics and benchmark braking. On top of that a wide range of amenities and technology designed to delight a new generation of driving enthusiasts.

"The all-new Dodge Challenger SRT8 is engineered to give customers everything they want in a modern muscle machine," said Mike Accavitti, Director of Dodge Brand and SRT Global Marketing at Chrysler LLC. "The new version of the Dodge's American classic boasts tire-smoking performance and head-turning design while offering a wide array of state-of-the-art technology, such as GPS navigation, 'Keyless Go' entry, MyGIG infotainment system and Uconnect hand-free communication."

Developed by Chrysler's in-house performance engineering organization, the 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 was engineered with a focus on the five pillars of every SRT vehicle: bold exterior design that resonates with the brand image, a race-inspired interior, world-class ride and handling across a dynamic range, a standout powertrain and benchmark braking.

The 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 , two-door, rear-wheel-drive coupe will be produced with a numbered dash plaque, carbon fiberlike hood stripes and will be powered by SRT's 6,1 liter HEMI V8 that boasts 425 horsepower and 420 lb.ft of torque.

The 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 will be manufactured at Chrysler's Brampton, Ontario, Canadian assembly plant.

Performance targets for the all-new 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 include a 0-60 mph time in the low 5 seconds range, 0-100-0 mph in less than 17 seconds, a 1/4 mile elapsed time of less than 14 seconds, 60-0 mph braking distance of approximately 100 feet, and a skid pad performance of 0.88 g.

Specifications: Engine V8, 90 degree V type, liquid cooled 6059 cc. (370 cu. in.), pushrod-operated overhead valves, 16 valves, sequential, multi-port, electronic fuel injection, deep-skirt cast iron block with cross-bolted main bearing caps, aluminum alloy heads with hemispherical combustion chambers, compression ratio 10,3:1, 425 bhp at 6.200 rpm, 420 lb.-ft. (310 Nm) at 4.800 rpm, Transmission automatic, 5-speed overdrive with adaptive electronic control or AutoStick driver-interactive manual control and electronically modulated torque converter clutch,.

Dimensions: wheelbase 116.0 in. (2946 mm), overall length 197.7 in. ( 5023 mm), overall width 75.7 in. (1923 mm), overall height 57.0 in. (1448 mm), drag coefficient 0.353, curb weight, estimated 4140 lb. (1878 kg)

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