2016 Dodge Challenger Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating

Source NHTSA

MPG (up to)

13 -19 City / 21 -30 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

305 -707

Seats

Positive Owner Reviews

Mike M

The best thing about my car supercharger I have added 80 horsepower to the car.

Since I have purchased the car I have not had any big issues with it, from my experience it has been very reliable, and fun to drive. I am so in love I take it to work, to the gym, and even when I go grab some food. It has for sure brought be the most happiness out of all the cars I have owned in the past.

Randy Bircher

Awesome Power

2016 R/T Scat Pack! What's not to love? The car has the looks of "old school", Ford & GM both missed the mark here! Our Scatty delivers, at 25,000 miles NO issues! Only complaint, it would be nice if the passenger seat was electric like the drivers seat! It's awesome in a world that thinks you have to have a "super charger" in order to make power, that our naturally aspirated 6.4 Hemi stands alone! Being able to get in it without hitting your head speaks volumes! Well done Dodge!!

Marco A

Great commuter and first car, the dodge challenger act.

My 2016 dodge challenger is a great commuter vehicle and a great family car. For it being a 2 door my 4 year old loves it and my partner enjoys taking it to work. The seats are nicely bolstered and the car is pretty reliable. Car has no issues at 50k miles runs great with little maintenance.

Christopher B

Its my dream car, its my baby.

Love the color black, and how heavy it feels when I drive. Enjoy sitting back, and the power is nice. Great and comfortable drive on road trips.

Jeanette S

Nice car and it drives nice a little rough.

I love everything about my car. Its fast. It's the color I love. My car has everything I need the only thing it does not do is drive by itself.

Breana K

Highly recommend dodge challengers.

I would highly recommend purchasing a dodge challenger. First off for a small car there is a ton of room inside as well as a ton of trunk space! The technology is extremely advanced and if you get navigation as an add on it is extremely beneficial. The engine runs smoothly and the performance is great! I have leather interior and it is very comfortable as well as easy to clean! The seats are large enough for my boyfriend who is 6’4 and 240lbs! He can fit comfortably in my car which he does not in most two doors. I have had my car since 2016 and it is still running just like the day I got it. I purchased safely features where my car tells me if I need to break quick or if I am changing lanes and a car is in my blind spot. I would highly recommend purchasing those as I cannot imagine driving without them! All in all I love my car and will be purchasing another dodge challenger for my next car whenever that day comes. I hope this review helps!

Jonathan W

It's fast, loud, aggressive and an amazing machine.

It's a bad a*s Dodge Challenger R/T Scatpack in Black with black rims. It is powered by a vicious and loud 6.4 Liter 392 Hemi V8 that's pushing 485 HP and 475 lbs of torque. I absolutely love my car and everything about it. The adrenaline rush, looks, feel, sound, everything about the car is amazing to me.

James C

Safe, reliable, and badass.

I feel like this is a very reliable car that has a lot of features I love. The heated and cooled seats are amazing when you live in a state that has some more 'extreme' winters/summers. The seats are very comfortable and I, as well as people that have been in the car with me, feel really safe with how the car is designed. I haven't really run into any problems yet with it and I have had it for almost 3 years now.

Negative Owner Reviews

John smith

Nothing about dodge

How can you say dodge and luxury in the same sentence lol.

Arthur S. Scott

Transmission & water pump

I purchased 2016 Challenger new 3 years ago. The water pump went after 2 years & now the transmission would not go into park. The worry about that is you can’t shut engine off since it was in gear. This is serious. Not being able to get because your foot has be on the break. After fixing what guarantee is there it won’t happen again. Not a good record for a car with only 17,000 miles.

Ex gm man

Should have bought a mustang

Goes like a scared cat but cheaply make but it's not a gm.

Marisa G

Okay is all I can say about this.

I want something smaller. I do not think that the seats are very comfortable. It drives okay but I have had vehicles that drove a lot better. It is comfortable. I can say it is reliable. I probably have only broken down like twice. I just think that this is just a too big of a vehicle for someone like me.

Brian S

It does not have as much room as you’d like it to be.

I have had no problems with this car, it drives well and has not broken down. I would recommend this vehicle to others.

Amber D

The vehicle has good size trunk space.

The car is too long, and it gets poor gas mileage. The car is not good when it comes to gear shifting. But, it is very comfortable and reliable. The engine is good. The car is very long but the trunk is big. I am more of a fan of four door cars and SUVs.

Kr R

Things I hate about my Dodge challenger.

First of all it has no CD player available.. Hate that. Now when you stomp on the gas to pass there is a 2 second hesitation before acceleration and when you let off the gas the car feels like its still accelerating, I almost have been in accidents because of this, also is the panic level that I feel as I let of the gas and the car is still accelerating.

Jennifer D

Great vehicle but would really recommend minimal stuff in the car.

I actually loved the car at first it has a very clean and sleek look to it. The only downside it does not have much spaceman the inside. Which is now a downside since I have become a mother. So it just feels very suffocating with all the baby stuff that you need to have in a car.

Dodge Challenger Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

SXT Plus

305 HP 23 MPG 5 Seats

SXT

305 HP 23 MPG 5 Seats

R/T

372-375 HP 18-19 MPG 5 Seats

R/T Plus

372-375 HP 18-19 MPG 5 Seats

R/T Plus Shaker

372-375 HP 18-19 MPG 5 Seats

R/T Shaker

372-375 HP 18-19 MPG 5 Seats

R/T Scat Pack

485 HP 17-18 MPG 5 Seats

392 Hemi Scat Pack Shaker

485 HP 17-18 MPG 5 Seats

SRT 392

485 HP 17-18 MPG 5 Seats

SRT Hellcat

707 HP 16 MPG 5 Seats

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2016 Dodge Challenger Owner Reviews

4.62

166 Reviews

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4 stars

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Jeff E on June 14, 2021

2016 dodge challenger good option overall.

The base model challenger that I own does very well overall. The suspension is a bit stiff but, it is a sports oriented car so that is expected. The six cylinder engine does extremely well and averages me approximately 30 miles per gallon on the road.

Francine M on May 16, 2021

2016 dodge challenger rt. Jazz blue.

The oil changes average $100.00. But I do get the 5900 mile oil. Tires are average $300.00 each so be prepared to spend a bit on tires. The overall car it awesome but the upkeep if high. The seat belt latch goes through the belt holder making it hard to get too. But overall not a big deal. The seats do not fold forward well. Getting into backseat can be hard to do for bigger people.

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Pros from Owners

Evelyn B.

It is a nice car, powerful, a lot of trunk space and friendly user interface. It drives very good and it feels very soft to drive. Not like most cars feel hard to drive. The model of the car comes in multicolor which it is pretty cool. People have multiple choices to choose out of.

Cons from Owners

Evelyn B.

It is hard to drive in the snow and in the rain. It can be very dangerous, not a good car if you live in a cold area that you get a lot of snow. It is a sports car so it only has two doors, not good if you have children and they need car seats.

Ranks #8 Sports Cars by Owners

The 2016 Dodge Challenger has an average owner rating of 4.62 out of 5 which ranks it #8 of 10 other Sports Cars.

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Ranks #3 Sports Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2016 Dodge Challenger has a combined MPG of 34 which ranks it #3 of 10 other Sports Cars.

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30 MPG

Is The 2016 Dodge Challenger A Good Car?

Yes, so far it is been one of the best vehicles we have owned! It is comfortable and does not have any issues at all.

Rita M.

Yes, but bad gas mileage. The car drives good and is fun to drive on the open road. Only thing bad is gas mileage like I said previously.

Analisa C.

Yes, it is a fuel efficient. But with lots of power. I love my challenger. It has luxury interior with all the newest update technologies. It has Dodge dealerships close to access any concerns. I do... Read More

Jessica T.

Yes I think so. I like it very much and have not had any issues so far. It has the cool factor and gets me where I'm going, quickly.

Amber K.

Great vehicle I have nothing but good things to say about it! Ride great good gas mileage and stylish

Shanna R.

How Reliable Is The 2016 Dodge Challenger?

Super reliable, it does not have any problems so far, already have it for over a year and we'r e very happy with it.

Rita M.

The car is reliable and so far does not have any problems. I drive the car to work, home and other places. The car is definitely reliable.

Analisa C.

My challenger has taken me on many trips., more frequently at the start of purchase. I have never had any issues or concerns that had to be addressed. I drive almost 300 miles one way alone with no... Read More

Lindsay G.

It has been very reliable for me. I have only experienced a few computer glitches with the radio/touch screen but no mechanical issues whatsoever.

Danny C.

No problem beside one small thing when I turn slowly I hear a grinding noise that’s really the only thing I have happen to me

Kristin W.

Is The 2016 Dodge Challenger A Good Value?

It is really a good value, we bought an used one and it has worked great, feels like a brand new vehicle!

Rita M.

The car was $30,000 when I bought at dealership. The car is a good value but the gas mileage is terrible. I feel like I am putting gas in every few days which is annoying.

Analisa C.

It depends on the model purchased. I own a SRT, under $40,000. I paid it off in less than 2 years. Monthly payments were comfortable enough to live without stress.

John D.

I paid $33,000 and felt it was a very good deal at the time. It’s a good value compared to other muscle cars available. I also felt I got more creature comforts (leather seats, etc) for the money I... Read More

Sara P.

It cost me $22,000 I would say it’s ok value you can't get much anymore for the money but I would buy it again

Rosa V.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2016 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat wheel size?

Answer: The tire pressure for the 2016 Dodge Challenger iS32 psi while the tire size is P275/40R20 and the wheel size is 20 inches. If You need to reset the tpms on the car after buying new tires then it will not be...

What's the 2016 Dodge Challenger power steering reservoir location?

Answer: Most 2016 Dodge Challengers do not have a standard power steering system like older vehicles. The new system uses an electric motor mounted directly to the rack and pinion instead of the hydraulic pump system...

How do i reset the 2016 Dodge Challenger tire pressure sensor?

Answer: To reset the tire pressure sensor on the 2016 Dodge Challenger is simple and takes a few minutes. What You will do first is park Your vehicle and activate the parking brake. Then, add the necessary air to the...

2016 Dodge Challenger: What is the oil type and capacity?

Answer: The type of oil that is recommended for the 2016 Dodge Challenger depends on the size of the engine. In the 3.6 L V6 and 5.7 L V8 it is recommended to use 5W-20 Synthetic and in the 6.2 L V8 and 6.4 L V8 engine...

Does the 2016 Dodge Challenger have a GPS?

Answer: If You're wondering if the 2016 Dodge Challenger comes equipped with GPS, then I've got some good news for You. The Dodge Challenger does come equipped with GPS as part of its Infotainment system. The purpose...

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Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Rollover

Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

2016 Dodge Challenger Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

Positive Owner Reviews

Negative Owner Reviews

Dodge Challenger Models

2016 Dodge Challenger Owner Reviews

Pros from Owners

Cons from Owners

Ranks #8 Sports Cars by Owners

Ranks #3 Sports Cars by Fuel Economy

Is The 2016 Dodge Challenger A Good Car?

How Reliable Is The 2016 Dodge Challenger?

Is The 2016 Dodge Challenger A Good Value?

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