For the past few months, we have been telling you all about the 2019 Dodge Challenger lineup. Thanks to our friend Cody Wagner, we can see the new 2019 Build & Price configurator for the 2019 Dodge Challenger.
While there are no pictures currently available on the configurator, you can still price out the 2019 Dodge Challenger of your dreams.
New for 2019:
- Dodge launches most powerful SRT HELLCAT lineup ever
- New performance halo for Dodge//SRT, the Dodge Challenger SRT HELLCAT Redeye is possessed by the SRT Demon, making it the most powerful, quickest and fastest muscle car
- Most powerful production V-8 engine with 797 horsepower and 707 lb.-ft. of torque
- Quickest production muscle car with 0-60 miles per hour (mph) in 3.4 seconds
- Fastest GT production car with a ¼-mile elapsed time (ET) of 10.8 seconds at 131 mph; reaches a new top speed of 203 mph
- At the heart of SRT HELLCAT Redeye is a supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI high-output V-8 engine, derived from the SRT Demon, with 25 major component upgrades, including a larger supercharger, strengthened connecting rods and pistons, high-speed valve train, fuel-injection system and improved lubrication system
- SRT HELLCAT Redeye’s high-output engine features exclusive and industry-first SRT Power Chiller™ and After-Run Chiller from the SRT Demon
- SRT HELLCAT Redeye’s supercharged high-output engine features standard Torque Reserve, which delivers up to 3.9 psi of boost and up to 55 percent more engine torque at launch
- Two final drive ratios are available on SRT HELLCAT Redeye – standard 2.62 or available 3.09 for enhanced launch capability
- SRT HELLCAT Redeye receives new badging, including a sinister jewel-like red eye featured on the HELLCAT fender badges, instrument panel, key fobs and supercharger housing
- Inside, the performance interior of SRT HELLCAT Redeye features a new 220-mph red speedometer and SRT HELLCAT Redeye logo splash screen
- Challenger SRT HELLCAT boasts a new rating of 717 horsepower and 656 lb.-ft. of torque
- Challenger SRT HELLCAT engine receives standard After-Run Chiller
- All Challenger SRT HELLCAT models feature a new fully functional, dual-snorkel hood that pays homage to the distinctive Dodge design themes from some of its most famous muscle cars, including the 1970 Dodge Dart Swinger and 1971 Dodge Demon
- All Challenger interior trim levels feature standard cloth seats with various available leather and Alcantara options
- New Satin Black spoiler – available on SRT HELLCAT and R/T Scat Pack models – is both wider and longer, offering a more expressive look while meeting all SRT performance objectives
- Line Lock is now standard on all SRT HELLCAT and R/T Scat Pack models. This feature engages the front brakes to hold the vehicle stationary, but leaves the rear wheels free for a burnout to heat up and clean the rear tires
- Launch Assist is standard on SRT HELLCAT and R/T Scat Pack models and helps to control wheel hop by reducing load in the driveline by up to 20 percent
- Improved Launch Control is standard on SRT HELLCAT and R/T Scat Pack models. This improved system increases hold time from five to 10 seconds for optimal launch and consistent straight-line acceleration
- 20 x 9.5-in. Brass Monkey forged aluminum wheels receive a new design for 2019
- New R/T Scat Pack Widebody features the same fender flares from SRT HELLCAT Widebody, adding 3.5 inches to the overall width, and rides on sticky 305/35ZR20 Pirelli tires mounted to 20 x 11-inch forged “Devil’s Rim” aluminum wheels
- At the track, the larger six-piston Brembo front brakes, wider wheels and tires, and suspension upgrades featured on the R/T Scat Pack Widebody equate to 2-second faster lap times or approximately 12 car lengths at a 2.1-mile road course, compared with the non-Widebody Challenger R/T Scat Pack
- SRT Drive Modes and SRT Performance Pages are now standard on R/T Scat Pack
- R/T Scat Pack models add power-bulge aluminum hood with heat extractors and illuminated Air Catcher headlamps, formerly featured on SRT HELLCAT, to improve engine compartment cooling
- Exterior badging on the R/T Scat Pack includes new Scat Pack bee badges that face forward on both fenders, while Challenger script and R/T logos flank both sides of the grille
- Inside the performance interior of R/T Scat Pack models are front seats featuring the Scat Pack bee logo embroidered into the seat backs; new Dark Dub Plate finish on instrument panel and console and new Liquid Titanium accents on the steering wheel, shifter and cluster bezels
- Challenger R/T extends its performance capabilities with standard Super Track Pak features, including performance suspension, enhanced steering, 20-inch Granite Crystal painted wheels, and steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters (with automatic transmission)
- Performance Handling Group on the Challenger R/T adds upgraded springs, sway bars, Bilstein shocks, bushings and mounts, helping to improve performance and response during spirited driving
- For the driver looking to get even more out of the Challenger R/T model, the new Performance Plus Package adds track ready 20 x 9.5-inch forged wheels riding on 275/40ZR20 Pirelli P-Zero tires, limited-slip differential and enhanced handling balance for improved cornering performance
- Rear Seat Delete Group that removes rear seating, rear seat belts and adds rear cargo net is now available on R/T and R/T Scat Pack
- New GT rear-wheel-drive (RWD) model extends its performance capabilities with standard Super Track Pak features, performance hood, splitter and seats while an available Performance Handling Group features four-piston Brembo brakes (front and rear), wider 20 x 9-inch Black Noise wheels and a larger rear sway bar for improved driving experience and reduced understeer
- New 20-inch Satin Carbon wheels available on GT and R/T models with Plus Package
- Blacktop Package features new Black Noise wheels in 19-inch on SXT AWD and GT AWD or 20-inch on SXT, GT and R/T to update this popular blacked-out look
- Triple Nickel debuts as new exterior paint offering (late availability)
- New Dark Dub Plate instrument panel and console bezel finish standard on all Challenger models
- New Caramel Nappa leather interior option available on Challenger SXT and SXT AWD models
- Eight models make up the newly repositioned Challenger lineup: SXT, SXT AWD, GT, GT AWD, R/T, R/T Scat Pack, SRT HELLCAT and SRT HELLCAT Redeye
To build your own 2019 Dodge Challenger on the configurator, CLICK HERE:
Editor’s Note: Please be aware that the 2019 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack 1320 is not yet available on the configurator. That is because the vehicle is not available at launch. It will be available the first-quarter of 2019.
