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2006 Dodge Charger Review
All-new sedan harkens to performance heritage.
2006 Charger Review Summary & Specifications
The 2006 Dodge Charger is the latest in a remarkably long line of certain hits from the Chrysler Group. The new Charger has all the necessary ingredients, from an impressive line of engines to state-of-the-art electronic technology to the right mix of suspension and wheel-and-tire componentry to stand-out styling. So what if it isn't a two-door coupe? We like it and think Dodge will sell every one it can build.(New Car Test Drive correspondent Tom Lankard filed this report from North Carolina and southern Virginia.)
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| Vehicle Category | Fullsize Cars |
| Editor | Tom Lankard |
| Model Lineup | Dodge Charger SE ($22,320); Charger SXT ($25,320); Charger R/T ($29,320); Charger Daytona R/T ($31,820) |
| Engines (standard) | 3.5-liter V6 |
| Engines (optional) | 3.5-liter single overhead cam 24-valve V6; 5.7-liter 16v V8 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 5-speed automatic AutoStick |
| Transmissions (optional) | 5-speed AutoStick automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | dual, multi-stage front airbags; antilock brakes with brake assist; electronic stability program; traction control; child safety seat anchors (LATCH); inside emergency trunk release |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | front- and rear-passenger side-curtain airbags (for head protection); self-sealing tires |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Brampton, Ontario, Canada |
| Manufacturer Phone | 1-800-423-6343 (800-4ADODGE) |
| Manufacturer URL | www.dodge.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 22320 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Dodge Charger SXT ($25,320) |
| Standard Equipment | air conditioning; cruise control; power outside mirrors, windows and central locking; AM/FM/CD, 6-speaker, 276-watt Boston Acoustics stereo; 8-way power driver's seat with manual lumbar on driver and front passenger seat; leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob; tilt and telescope steering wheel; cargo net; carpeted floor mats |
| Destination Charge | 675 |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | Comfort Seating Group ($1395) includes heated front seats, leather-trimmed seats, power adjustable pedals, 8-way power front passenger seat; Protection Group ($590) includes front and rear side-curtain air bags, air filtration system; 18-inch alloy wheels ($325) |
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| Layout | rear-wheel drive |
| Price as Tested | 28305 |
| Horse Power | 250 @ 6400 |
| Torque | 250 @ 3800 |
| Fuel Economy | 19/27 |
| Wheelbase | 120 |
| Length/Width/Height | 200.1/74.5/58.2 |
| Track Front/Rear | |
| Turning Radius | 38.9 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 38.7/56.2/41.8 |
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| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 36.2/55.5/40.2 |
| Trunk Volume | 16.2 |
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| Front Suspension | independent, coil springs over gas pressure shocks, stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | multi-link independent, coil springs, gas pressure shocks |
| Ground Clearance | 5.2 |
| Curb Weight | 3800 |
| Stock Tires | 2000 |
| Brakes Front/Rear | P255/60R18 |
| Fuel Capacity | 18 |
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