The 2017 Dodge Challenger will come with only some smaller changes, according to rumors. This legendary pony is known as one of the most iconic muscle cars of all times. Even newest model is extremely well-accepted, and most of experts consider this model as the only true muscle car nowadays. It is in production since 2009, and complete redesign is expected soon. According to latest reports, next generation will come in 2018, so 2017 Dodge Challenger is expected to come only with some smaller tweaks, which will include things like improved interior, some revisions under the hood and similar things.
2017 Dodge Challenger changes
As we already mentioned, complete redesigned is expected in next few years so, 2017 Dodge Challenger should feature only some smaller changes. We will see only some smaller tweaks, which will make this model competitive until next generation come. Changes that we can expected won’t be notable from the outside. New Dodge Challenger will keep pretty much same look, which is expected, since this is definitely one of the most outstanding looks in past decade, when it comes to sports cars. Simply, this is probably the only car that truly carries the spirit of the original pony cars from the golden era of 60s and 70s. So, it is expected that changes will come inside.
2017 Dodge Challenger interior
Base design of the cabin will remain pretty much the same, but some revisions are expected. First of all, it is expected that company will improve the quality of materials inside. Also, some reports claim that 2017 Challenger will get revisited instrument cluster. Also, it is expected that company will offer some new standard features, packages and similar things.
2017 Dodge Challenger engine
The 2017 Dodge Challenger will be available with four engines in offer. The base 3.6 liter Pentastar, which has 305 horses, could come updated and get some horses extra. Next one is R/T model, which is powered by 5.7 liter HEMI engine, which is good for 375 hp and 410 lb-ft of torque. Then comes a 6.4 liter HEMI engine. This “Apache” is good for 485 horsepower and 475 pound-feet of torque. Finally, there is a 6.2 liter Hellcat. This is probably the most powerful muscle car ever. It has max power of over 700 horses, while max torque is around 650 lb-ft.
2017 Dodge Challenger release date and price
The 2017 Dodge Challenger is expected to come later this year. It should keep the current price, which starts at 26-27.000 dollars.