2013 Dodge Charger
In creating the 2013 Charger sedan, Dodge has found a way to give the average family the comfort, safety and room they need, while giving its owner a vehicle that is as attractive to show off as it is to drive. Despite having four doors, the Charger's styling is decidedly coupe-like, with a rakish rear roofline, deep scallops on the doors and a single-bar taillight reminiscent of the original Charger. Today's Charger is filled with modern touches, such as a potent yet fuel-efficient V6 engine, an 8-speed automatic transmission and the very latest in touch-screen navigation and entertainment technology. Toss in the Charger's available all-wheel drive (AWD) and high-performance SRT8 version, and you'll find a Charger to fit just about any need.
What's New for 2013
A cold-air induction system and sport-tuned exhaust bump the V6's horsepower to 300 on specially outfitted SXT and SXT Plus trims. A new black-painted roof option is offered, as is an improved Rallye Appearance Package. The Charger SRT8 receives a revised adaptive dampening suspension and standard launch control.
Interior:
The 2013 Charger sedan has one of the nicest interiors Dodge builds, with quality soft-touch materials, vivid colors and stylish instrument panel backlighting. The Charger's front seats are equipped with noticeably large side bolsters and its thick-grip 3-spoke steering wheel includes controls for the audio, Bluetooth, cruise control and the driver-information center. The Charger's spacious back seat can comfortably fit two adults. A worthwhile option is the 8.4-inch touch-screen navigation radio that includes GPS maps by Garmin and controls for the UConnect infotainment system.
Exterior:
The 2013 Charger is a successful blending of old and new, with the front doors and hood sharing deep scallop styling and a "Coke-bottle" beltline running the car's length. In another nod to the Charger's past, a single-unit taillight fills the entire rear fascia and is fitted with 164 illuminated LED lights that form a racetrack motif. V6 models come with standard 17-inch painted aluminum wheels, while the R/T trim has 18-inch chrome-clad wheels and the all-wheel-drive R/T boasts 19-inchers.
Standard Equipment:
The 2013 Dodge Charger SE features:
- 3.6-liter V6 engine
- 5-speed automatic transmission
- Cruise control
- Keyless Enter-N-Go
- Remote start
- 6-speaker audio with 4.3-inch touch-screen
- AM/FM/CD/MP3 player
- USB with iPod control and auxiliary audio input jacks
- 6-way power driver's seat
- 60/40 split-folding rear seat
- Tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel
- 17-inch wheels
The SXT adds:
- 8-speed automatic transmission
- Fog lights
- 8.4-inch UConnect touch-screen with a 276-watt Alpine audio system
- Automatic temperature control
- Steering-wheel-mounted buttons for cruise and audio
- 12-way power front seats with power lumbar support.
The R/T trims add:
- 18- or 19-inch wheels
- 370-horsepower HEMI V8
- 5-speed automatic transmission
- HID headlights
- Performance transmission
Optional Equipment:
The 2013 Dodge Charger SE offers an improved Blacktop package that adds blacked-out trim, a performance suspension, rear spoiler and Pitch-Black 20-inch wheels. Also included in the Blacktop package are UConnect audio with 8.4-inch touch-screen, the Beats audio system and a 300-horsepower V6. The R/T's Road/Track package adds a performance-oriented 3.06:1 axle ratio, supportive front seats with suede inserts and blackout honeycomb grille. Other popular options include a power sunroof, Adaptive Cruise Control, Garmin navigation, leather seating, heated rear seats, heated steering wheel and AWD. R/T Max and Road/Track trims add 20 inch-wheels.
The 2013 Dodge Charger sedan is powered by a choice of three engines:
- The entry-level SE and SXT feature the Pentastar 3.6-liter V6
- A 5.7-liter HEMI V8
- A SRT8 engine
- All three engines are coupled to a 5-speed AutoStick automatic transmission with manual shift mode, with the ZF 8-speed automatic available on the SE and standard on the SXT trims.