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Pricing Announced for 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 - Car News
Mere mortals should be able to afford some muscle.

BY JORDAN BROWN, November 2007

It’s time to cash in that Google stock and dig out the checkbook—pricing has been confirmed for the all-new 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8. Chrysler’s modern interpretation of the American classic is expected to resonate with enthusiasts, and with a starting price of $37,995 (including destination), mere mortals can afford one. That puts it only $1400 north of the current Dodge Charger SRT8. The Challenger SRT8 will be the first in the model lineup to hit showroom floors in the spring, but you can get a first look at the production model at its unveiling in February during the 2008 Chicago auto show.



However, you’d better act fast if you think you want one—Dodge starts taking orders December 3. The Challenger will share the 6.1-liter Hemi V-8 engine in the Charger SRT8. Pumping out 425 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque, this beast is sure to produce the same grins as it does in the Charger.

Dodge also tells us that the car will feature a numbered dash plaque and the stylish carbon-fiber hood stripes featured on the Challenger concept. It will be available in black, silver, and Hemi orange paint colors.

As for the rest of the Challenger trim levels, pricing has yet to be announced, so we can only speculate at this point. Based on current Charger pricing, we expect a base model Challenger to ring in somewhere around $24,000 with an R/T following in the $34,000 area. Either way, we’re still excited for yet another addition to the bargain-priced muscle market.