The third-generation model of the Dodge Challenger first showed up in 2008, and has been in continues production ever since.


Over the last 13 years, very little has changed, but it still manages to outsell the sixth-gen Chevrolet Camaro by a huge margin - and the Camaro is a much newer design!


Dodge has been offering the Challenger with a all-wheel drive system since 2017, and while this version hasn't changed much over the years, we thought that we should talk about this - since everyone else just lusts after the SRT and Hellcat variants!


Plus, in Canada, where every part of the country has snow, having AWD makes sense!


So, let's take a closer look, shall we!


Styling: The overall shape of the Challenger hasn't changed much since 2008, but thanks to new headlights, tail lights, hood, and wheels, the design still looks fresh - this is an attractive automobile. Score: 8/10


Interior: For a huge car, the space inside is not as commodious as you might think - although it is much better than a Chevy Camaro or the Ford Mustang.
There is very little place to put things in the interior, no real place for your phone, and no wireless charging either.
On the plus side, the seats are large and comfortable, and its infotainment screen is large and easy to use - we enjoyed our time in this interior. Score: 6/10


Safety: Not nearly as safe as its looks suggest - it gets a middle of the road score from IIHS, which is not good enough these days! Score: 4/10


Powertrain: Lots of engine options for the Dodge Challenger, from 3.6L V6, to 5.7L V8, to 6.4L V8, to supercharged 6.2L V8. The GT AWD model gets the Chrysler group familiar Pentastar 3.6L V6 which is good for 305 hp and 268 lb-ft of torque. Power is sent to all-wheels via an eight-speed automatic gearbox. We just wish Dodge would offer the Challenger all-wheel drive with V8 power - if they can do it for the Durango, they can do it for the Challenger! Score: 6/10


Performance: There are lots of fast Challenger models, but due to the V6 engine only for the AWD, this is not a fast vehicle - but it's not slow either! 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) takes about 6.4 seconds, and it'll top out at about 240 km/h! Score: 5/10


Driving Dynamics: This is not a sharp vehicle, more of a luxury cruiser. So, if you have long distances to cover, you'll love this.
Show it some corners and surprisingly, the turn-in is very good. However, the weight and size of this vehicle prevent it from being a canyon carver.
While the V8, SRT, and Hellcat Redeye models might be thrilling to drive, the V6 GT AWD is just OK! It rides well, and that makes it an easy car to live with every day, and due to all-wheel drive, it can be used every day - even in Canada. Score: 5/10


Fuel Economy: We averaged 11.5L/100 km in our test cycle (180 km on the highway, 120 km in city driving), and given the size of this vehicle, it is not bad at all. Score: 5/10


Pricing: The Dodge Challenger range starts from just $30,000 and goes all the way to up just above $100,000. In short, there is a Challenger for everyone! Our GT AWD tester was worth $50,865 - that's good value. Score: 8/10


Verdict: All in all, the Challenger is a very good vehicle, and there is a model for every budget and need! It's not perfect, but nothing is! Total score: 47/80


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