Dodge Charger sixth generation

Dodge Charger sixth generation
Photo: Bull-Doser at English Wikipedia / Wikimedia Commons · Public domain

The Dodge Charger sixth generation (2006–2010): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 14 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: LX · Sold in: United States, Canada, and European Union

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length5,030–5,350 mm Traficom–5,083 mm
Width1,880–1,970 mm Traficom–1,890 mm
Height1,480 mm RDW–1,466–1,478 mm
Wheelbase3,040–3,060 mm RDW–3,048 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,445–1,850 kg RDW––
Mass in running order1,545–1,950 kg RDW––
Gross vehicle weight2,246–2,405 kg RDW––
Towing, braked trailer450–1,730 kg RDW––
Towing, unbraked trailer450–750 kg RDW––
Seats and space
Seats4–5 RDW––
Doors4 RDW––
Luggage space (EPA)–453–680 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)–2,917–2,945 L EPA–
Performance
Top speed250–270 km/h RDW––

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Traficom type approvals (Finland), Wikipedia, RDW type approvals (Netherlands), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

2,898 complaints for model years 2006–2010. 86 crashes · 64 fires · 88 injuries · 4 deaths

  • Engine 749
  • Electrical system 688
  • Fuel system 535
  • Transmission and drivetrain 432
  • Airbags 404
  • Steering 154

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 14 versions of the Dodge Charger sixth generation

Show all 14 versions

United States 9 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2006–2012CMODE5.7 LPetrol5-speed automaticRear-wheel drive18–19 MPG (12.4–13.1 L/100 km) EPA291–307 g/km
2006–2010CMODE2.7 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
2008–2010CMODE3.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
20103.5 LPetrol5-speed automaticAll-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
20105.7 LPetrol5-speed automaticAll-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km
2006–2010CMODE6.1 LPetrol5-speed automaticRear-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km
2006–2009CMODE3.5 LPetrol5-speed automaticRear-wheel drive19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA276–291 g/km
2007–2009CMODE3.5 LPetrol5-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive18–19 MPG (12.4–13.1 L/100 km) EPA291–307 g/km
2007–2009CMODE5.7 LPetrol5-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km

Canada 5 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2006–2013Full-size5.7 LPetrol5-speed automatic12.6–13.2 L/100 km 5-cycle290–304 g/km
2006–2010Full-size2.7 LPetrol4-speed automatic11.1–11.2 L/100 km 5-cycle255–258 g/km
2008–2010Full-size3.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic11.9 L/100 km 5-cycle274 g/km
2006–2010Full-size3.5 LPetrol5-speed automatic12.0–13.3 L/100 km 5-cycle276–306 g/km
2006–2010Full-size6.1 LPetrol5-speed automatic15.4–15.8 L/100 km 5-cycle354–363 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.