The J.D. Power 100-Point Score is based on hundreds of thousands of independent and unbiased opinions of verified car owners.
87
Out of 100
Quality & Reliability
Great
83/100
Measures the level of defects, malfunctions, and design flaws experienced by vehicle owners. Covers the entire vehicle from engine to infotainment system. A higher rating means fewer problems.
Driving Experience
Best
96/100
Owners' evaluation of the vehicle's design, performance, comfort, functionality, safety, and technology, comprise this rating. Newer and recently-redesigned vehicles tend to score better.
Resale
Great
84/100
J.D. Power's forecast of depreciation (how much of its current value the vehicle will likely lose) over the next three years. Lower depreciation equals a higher rating.
Dealership Experience
Not Rated
Owners' experience with this brand's dealerships during the purchase and service process make up this rating. Key factors include customer service, dealership facilities, and the quality of work.
Measured owner satisfaction with 2009 Dodge Challenger after 90-days of ownership.
Comfort of the 2nd row seats
Amount of trunk/hatch space
Smoothness of vehicle's ride
Owners Don't Like
The problems experienced by owners of the 2009 Dodge Challenger during the first 90-days of ownership.
Styling of the dashboard
The vehicle's audio system
Transmission smoothness
Performance Specs
MPG City
13 - 17
MPG Hwy
19 - 25
Horsepower
250 - 425
Transmission
4 speed, Automatic, 5 speed, Automatic
Engine
Gas V6, Gas V8
Drivetrain
Rear Wheel Drive
Available Trims
2009 Dodge Challenger Review
Overview
After more than 1 000 concept sketches and years in the making THE ICONIC Challenger is back. The 2009 Challenger boasts the DNA of its legendary predecessor flawlessly sculpted with improved proportions plus modern comforts and cutting edge technology. Powerful. Practical. Efficient. Challenger's versatile engine lineup doesn't just uphold its legendary performance reputation — it takes it to an entirely new level. Choose from 3.5-liter High-Output SOHC V6 the 5.7-liter HEMI V8 or the 6.1-liter SRT HEMI V8 with 425 ponies and 420 pound feet of torque. Challenger's available six-speed manual transmission features a two-disk clutch design that ensures exceptional engagement comfort low driver pedal efforts and optimized spinning inertia. Challenger's interior might throwback to another era but when it comes to comfort it's on the leading-edge. Connecting you to the things that matter most the available uconnect system[1] is your comprehensive hub of information entertainment and technology. Backing up Challenger's iconic style and high-performance ride is a focus on passenger safety and security. The government has awarded Challenger with the Five-Star Frontal and Side Crash Rating. The 2009 Dodge Challenger. More than a throwback. A huge leap forward.
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J.D. Power Award Winner
Performance Award Winner
Awarded to the models with the highest owner ratings for design and performance after the first 90 days of ownership