Big News For The 2019 Dodge Challenger R/T and Scat Pack 1320
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“From a pure electric vehicle, to a classic two-seat sports car, to what has to be the best muscle car bargain on the planet, FCA is offering some of the coolest cars out there,” said Jack R. Nerad, contributing editor, Driving Today.
Just when we thought the Dodge brand had tapped out after its release of the 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon, FCA announces its latest buzz model – the 2019 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack 1320. Not only that, the 2018 Dodge Challenger R/T was also named Top 10 Coolest Cars Under $35,000 by Driving Today.
Compared to the Demon, without the wide bodywork and the supercharged 6.2-liter V8, the 2019 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack 1320 is a lightweight, dragstrip-oriented version of the Challenger R/T. The Scat Pack 1320 is equipped with a 6.4-liter naturally-aspirated V8 that produces 485 horsepower and 475 lb-ft of torque. The 6.4-liter engine is paired to a TorqueFlite 8HP70 eight-speed automatic transmission.
Named “1320” for the length of a quarter-mile, the Scat Pack 1320 can run it in 11.7 seconds at 115 mph; it also hits 60 mph in as little as 3.8 seconds.
Similar to the Dodge Challenger Demon, the Scat Pack 1320 is only offered with a driver’s seat – fear not, the passenger and rear seats can be added for $1 extra each. Keep in mind, as previously stated, if both of those seats are added into the vehicle, they increases the car’s curb weight by 114 pounds. The essential goal is to offer drag-racers a “bare-bones” performance vehicle at an economical price. The 2019 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack 1320 has a starting MSRP of $45,980 (plus destination fee) and is expected to hit dealers in early 2019.
But wait, there’s more! The 2018 Dodge Challenger R/T has also gained some attention, especially after being named the Top 10 Coolest Cars Under $35k by Driving Today. Considered a true muscle car by FCA media, the 2018 Dodge Challenger R/T packs a high-torque 5.7-liter HEMI engine that produces 375 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque. Additionally, consumers can choose between a TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission or the standard eight-speed manual transmission. For the 2019 model year, the Dodge Challenger R/T has a starting MSRP of $34,100 (plus destination fee) which makes it the most affordable V8 in its segment.
A big congratulations to the Dodge Challenger lineup! As previously mentioned, the 2019 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack 1320 will not be released until early 2019. Fortunately, over at University Dodge, we have the 2018 Dodge Challenger R/T in stock and ready for a new home. We’re located in Davie, FL and for more information on our entire 2018 new-car inventory selection, please visit our website.